Archive for July, 2005

A Classic MayFly Pattern

Sunday, July 24th, 2005

First tied in 1916, the Hendrickson Mayfly is one of the classics. While entomologists have identified several subspecies, fly fishermen have pretty much reduced them all to the Dark Hendrickson and the Light Hendrickson.
Trout usually rise well to the Hendrickson’s and if the Dark Hendrickson fails to lure them to the surface, all that […]

Cutthroat and Golden Trout

Saturday, July 23rd, 2005

I featured a good article from Brett Fogle about the Rainbow and Brown Trout last month.
Now here’s another that will help you understand the Golden Trout and CutThroat Trout species

When the Fish Won’t Rise

Wednesday, July 20th, 2005

When temperatures get cold and the fish won’t rise for any hatch, you need to get your fly deep - take it down to them.
Learn how to size your rig, cast for the right depth, and swing your fly across the current to give the fish a lifelike presentation. You’ll be able to fish […]

Special Challenges when Fishing the Small Stream

Sunday, July 17th, 2005

Fly Fishing a small quiet stream presents some unique challenges. In fact, this may be the most difficult fly fishing you ever do - unless you understand to take a few extra precautions.
This article on Small Stream Fly Fishing will give you a few pointers, but it’ll be up to you to put in […]

Reflections and Revelations while Fly Fishing

Saturday, July 16th, 2005

I figure every fly fisherman feels some inner peace and a closeness with the world around them when fishing a backwoods stream.
Getting out in nature by yourself or with a close friend creates many opportunities to reflect on what’s right with the world and with your life. It’s pretty easy to forget […]