News On The Fly

Written by: Paul Fersen

Who needs a trout when a creek chub can elicit a smile like that?
Photo of Brennon Hill by Jon Hill

For those of us who love fishing, very few things engender more passion in our lives—with the exception of our children. Our children become the center of our universe the moment they. . .

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Written by: Paul Fersen

Who needs a trout when a creek chub can elicit a smile like that?
Photo of Brennon Hill by Jon Hill

For those of us who love fishing, very few things engender more passion in our lives—with the exception of our children. Our children become the center of our universe the moment they. . .

The post Tuesday Tip: How to Teach a Kid to Fish appeared first on Orvis News.

In this video, Tim Flagler explains how different shapes and proportions make specific hooks suitable for different kinds of patterns. By matching the right hook to the pattern, you'll get the optimal . . .

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The post Video: Understanding Hook Shapes & Proportions appeared first on Orvis News.

In this video, Tim Flagler explains how different shapes and proportions make specific hooks suitable for different kinds of patterns. By matching the right hook to the pattern, you'll get the optimal . . .

The post Video: Understanding Hook Shapes & Proportions appeared first on Orvis News.

In this video, Tim Flagler explains how different shapes and proportions make specific hooks suitable for different kinds of patterns. By matching the right hook to the pattern, you'll get the optimal . . .

The post Video: Understanding Hook Shapes & Proportions appeared first on Orvis News.

The Everglades Reservoir needs to be included in the Water Bill, and Florida can't afford to wait another two years! With toxic blue-green algae once again choking Florida’s waterways, the . . .

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The post Action Alert: Urge the Government to Get Moving in the Fight for South Florida appeared first on Orvis News.

The Everglades Reservoir needs to be included in the Water Bill, and Florida can't afford to wait another two years! With toxic blue-green algae once again choking Florida’s waterways, the . . .

The post Action Alert: Urge the Government to Get Moving in the Fight for South Florida appeared first on Orvis News.

The Everglades Reservoir needs to be included in the Water Bill, and Florida can't afford to wait another two years! With toxic blue-green algae once again choking Florida’s waterways, the . . .

The post Action Alert: Urge the Government to Get Moving in the Fight for South Florida appeared first on Orvis News.

Last week, we posted the trailer for “GT Hunt-Cosmoledo,” the latest project from Black Fly Eyes, and now the full 16-minute film is online. Shot on Cosmoledo Atoll, in the Outer Islands of the . . .

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Last week, we posted the trailer for “GT Hunt-Cosmoledo,” the latest project from Black Fly Eyes, and now the full 16-minute film is online. Shot on Cosmoledo Atoll, in the Outer Islands of the . . .

The post Video: “GT Hunt-Cosmoledo,” in the Outer Seychelles appeared first on Orvis News.

Last week, we posted the trailer for “GT Hunt-Cosmoledo,” the latest project from Black Fly Eyes, and now the full 16-minute film is online. Shot on Cosmoledo Atoll, in the Outer Islands of the . . .

The post Video: “GT Hunt-Cosmoledo,” in the Outer Seychelles appeared first on Orvis News.

Written by: Brian McGeehan, Montana Angler Fly Fishing

Caddisfly hatches can be thick, but some of the best fishing occurs when the bugs return to lay eggs.
Photos courtesy of Montana Angler Fly Fishing

When we are first learning to fly fish, the concept of the dead drift is constantly reinforced. Many beginners are taught that trout won’t eat a fly unless it has zero drag on it and is drifting along . . .

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This week for "Master Class Monday"—our new feature about taking your fly fishing skills to the next level—Pete Kutzer shows you a simple knot for attaching a bite tippet to a monofilament . . .

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The post Master Class Monday: How to Attach a Bite Tippet to Your Leader appeared first on Orvis News.

This week for "Master Class Monday"—our new feature about taking your fly fishing skills to the next level—Pete Kutzer shows you a simple knot for attaching a bite tippet to a monofilament . . .

The post Master Class Monday: How to Attach a Bite Tippet to Your Leader appeared first on Orvis News.

Written by: Brian McGeehan, Montana Angler Fly Fishing

Caddisfly hatches can be thick, but some of the best fishing occurs when the bugs return to lay eggs.
Photos courtesy of Montana Angler Fly Fishing

When we are first learning to fly fish, the concept of the dead drift is constantly reinforced. Many beginners are taught that trout won’t eat a fly unless it has zero drag on it and is drifting along . . .

The post Pro Tips: Skate Your Way to More Trout appeared first on Orvis News.

Written by: Brian McGeehan, Montana Angler Fly Fishing

Caddisfly hatches can be thick, but some of the best fishing occurs when the bugs return to lay eggs.
Photos courtesy of Montana Angler Fly Fishing

When we are first learning to fly fish, the concept of the dead drift is constantly reinforced. Many beginners are taught that trout won’t eat a fly unless it has zero drag on it and is drifting along . . .

The post Pro Tips: Skate Your Way to More Trout appeared first on Orvis News.

A three-week trip to study native brook trout has opened the author's eyes to the importance of protecting habitat.
Photos by Matteo Moretti

As a young fisherman, conservationist, and aspiring media content creator, I am constantly amazed and grateful for the wonderful opportunities that are available to kids like me who are . . .

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The post Photos and Story: Discovering Pennsylvania’s Native Brook Trout appeared first on Orvis News.

A three-week trip to study native brook trout has opened the author's eyes to the importance of protecting habitat.
Photos by Matteo Moretti

As a young fisherman, conservationist, and aspiring media content creator, I am constantly amazed and grateful for the wonderful opportunities that are available to kids like me who are . . .

The post Photos and Story: Discovering Pennsylvania’s Native Brook Trout appeared first on Orvis News.

A three-week trip to study native brook trout has opened the author's eyes to the importance of protecting habitat.
Photos by Matteo Moretti

As a young fisherman, conservationist, and aspiring media content creator, I am constantly amazed and grateful for the wonderful opportunities that are available to kids like me who are . . .

The post Photos and Story: Discovering Pennsylvania’s Native Brook Trout appeared first on Orvis News.

This short film features the story of Wes Hodges, a veteran who reinvented himself as a fly-fishing guide in Virginia.

This short film features the story of Wes Hodges, a veteran who reinvented himself as a fly-fishing guide in Virginia.

This short film features the story of Wes Hodges, a veteran who reinvented himself as a fly-fishing guide in Virginia.

Five Rivers Lodge has announced a program this summer to promote getting families out on the water together. With any full priced adult stay at the lodge, children and grandchildren stay and fish for half price with no age restriction.

Read more in the press release below.

Five Rivers Lodge has announced a program this summer to promote getting families out on the water together. With any full priced adult stay at the lodge, children and grandchildren stay and fish for half price with no age restriction.

Read more in the press release below.

Five Rivers Lodge has announced a program this summer to promote getting families out on the water together. With any full priced adult stay at the lodge, children and grandchildren stay and fish for half price with no age restriction.

Read more in the press release below.

Winston’s new PURE series of rods offer a slim profile with moderate action and quick recovery, perfect for delicate dry fly presentations.

Read more in the press release below.

Winston’s new PURE series of rods offer a slim profile with moderate action and quick recovery, perfect for delicate dry fly presentations.

Read more in the press release below.

Winston’s new PURE series of rods offer a slim profile with moderate action and quick recovery, perfect for delicate dry fly presentations.

Read more in the press release below.

Beautiful scenes from early summer fly fishing in Norway’s Banjo Valley in this film short from Jazz & Fly Fishing.

Beautiful scenes from early summer fly fishing in Norway’s Banjo Valley in this film short from Jazz & Fly Fishing.