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Stillwater Secrets for Fly Fishing Success in Spring
Spring brings a unique opportunity for fly anglers who venture beyond the rushing rivers. Lakes and ponds offer a treasure trove of hidden moments, waiting to be exploited by those who understand the subtle movements happening beneath the surface. This …
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Finding Success In High Water During the Spring Rush
Spring runoff doesn’t have to mean the end of your fly fishing season. With a shift in perspective and some strategic techniques, you can turn high water into an opportunity. Dirty Water, Happy Trout Many anglers view muddy, high water …
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Why You Might Need a Wading Staff
A wading staff is a crucial piece of equipment for fly fishermen who wade in fast-moving streams with rocky or uneven bottoms. It provides much-needed balance and stability, especially in deep water or strong currents. Why use a wading staff? …
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44-year-old Carp Record Shattered in Chesapeake Bay
Last week a Maryland angler landed a 49-pound carp from Chesapeake Bay, breaking a record that previously stood since 1978. Logan Kurhmann was fishing in the Susquehanna Flats for bass when a huge carp hammered his plastic worm. Kurhmann told …
How to Fly Fish Through Heavy Glare
Fly angling in the spring and summer months can bring its own unique challenges one of which is the sun putting extra glare on the water. In the video below learn how to see through this glare and spot huge …
Angler Finds Strange Fish in the Deep Seas of Russia
Roman Fedortsav is known for finding bizarre looking creatures and sharing photos of them on social media. Recently he pulled a fish up from the depths of the Russian seas and it might just be his oddest find yet. According …
Great White Shark Spotted off New Jersey Coast
Recently a group of four anglers were fishing off the coast of Sea Isle City, New Jersey when they came across a huge great white shark. The short news story below features interviews with the anglers who had this close …
3 Things You Need to Know for Spring Fishing in Montana
Anglers know that fly fishing can be a fickle thing so it’s important to be dynamic. This holds very true for the angling scene in Montana in the spring. As you just saw there are many things to consider when …
How to NOT Ruin Good Bass Fishing Around Covers
Bass anglers know that there’s good fishing around covers like downed trees and half-submerged logs, but what many don’t know is they may be scaring off fish when they cast in these areas. Watch this video below and learn some …
Epic Fly Fishing Awaits in Northern Patagonia
While there are ample opportunities to rip lip in the United States, other places around the globe are held in high regard by fly anglers. South America and the Patagonia region is one such place as documented by the amazing …
Fly Fishing Sterotypes, Truth or Fiction?
Many anglers out there know that certain stereotypes exist, but is there truth to these tropes and cliches? Watch this video below and get the low down all the stereotypes that are part of the fly fishing world. As you …
Beach Fishing Mistakes that are Costing You Fish
Beach fishing is no walk in the park and there are many pitfalls to avoid when angling from the shore. Learn about three about three big mistakes many anglers make when beach fishing that can cost them fish. Far too …
Bass Fishing All-American Names Pittsford-Mendon Senior
Rein Golub, a Pittsford-Mendon High School senior, was named an All-American in Bass Fishing. He’s one of twelve anglers to receive the national attention. Golub started fishing at age 5 and still competes in tournaments with his dad, Ken. As …