The amount of new fly anglers entering the river in the past year has been astounding. Urbanites across Colorado are heading to the mountains for a much needed COVID-19 escape. Even locals who have ...

With its many streams traversing the woodlands and hills of Central Pennsylvania, the region offers countless opportunities ...

You are new to fly fishing, you don't have much experience fighting fish, and now you have the biggest fish you've ever hooked on the line. Here's a tip that will increase your chances of landing your ...

Men’s Journal aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. The nail knot has never been accused of being an easy knot to ...

To the uninitiated, choosing the right type of fly fishing line can be rather daunting. Unlike conventional rods and reels, which rely on the weight of the lure or rig to cast effectively, a fly rod ...

You will begin to depend more on yourself and less on gadgets and gear. More on "a feeling" and less on what the textbooks say. • "He who would learn to fly one day must first learn to stand and walk ...

The river is flowing high right now with the peak of runoff nowhere in sight. Sequestered to float fishing or stillwaters, anglers may not feel as adept in their angling proficiency. Don’t let that ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › What do you picture when you think of fly fishing for trout? If your answer is casting ...

The secret to great fly fishing? According to Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard and Blue Ribbon Flies owner and founder Craig Mathews, it all comes down to simplicity. Speaking at Montana State ...

The first time I went fly fishing, my buddy summed up the sport in five words: “hurling money into the river.” That definitely felt like the case as I proceeded to lose $10 worth of store-bought flies ...

and reel, fresh line, and a premium, quality hook, but in most fishing scenarios, none of that matters if you can’t tie a good knot. So many things can go wrong during a fish fight, but quite often, ...