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How to Cast a Fly Fishing Rod

When properly performed, casting a fly rod is a rhythmic motion that seems to place the fisherman in synchronization with his surroundings. Rather than a haphazard back and forth motion, the fly cast is a precision motion that involves timing, discipline and practice. With the proper understanding, knowledge and time, most anyone can learn to cast a fly rod… read more
How to Cast a Fly Fishing Line

Casting fly line is poetry in motion, or so some would say. Whether or not this is a shared sentiment, it is a method of fishing that involves nuances that must be practiced in order to be performed under fishing conditions. Casting fly line at first seems a daunting or challenging undertaking, however, with some knowledge and understanding, practice and pat… read more
Flyfishing Casting Basics

Fly casting can either be a thing of beauty or an exercise in frustration. By using these tips, you will make fly casting a pleasurable experience. read more
Salt Water Fishing Techniques

The popularity of saltwater fishing is partly because of its broad appeal. No matter your level of experience, there is a fishing method that is appropriate, and fishing gear that, with a little practice, is easy to use. read more
Brown Trout Fishing in Alpena, Michigan

Located on Lake Huron, Alpena offers numerous opportunities for brown trout fishing. The small community is surrounded by lakes and rivers, and the abundance of brown trout is celebrated in an annual festival. read more

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How to Use a Fly Fishing Rod

Fly fishing is an enjoyable and fascinating method of fishing for many species of fish, qhether you are fishing for trout in a cold mountain stream or on the flats of the Florida Keys casting for bonefish. The ability to understand and… read more
Salmon Fishing Rods

Whether you are on your way to a lake known to contain plentiful amounts of salmon or you are planning an Alaskan fishing trip that involves stream fishing and maybe even a hunt for salmon during their spawning runs, you know that find… read more
What Are the Different Parts of a Fishing Rod?

One walk down the fishing isle at your local sporting goods store, will show you there are a wealth of fishing rods to choose from. If you're a novice fisherman, all the choices can be rather confusing when deciding on what to buy. Reg… read more
Bass Fly Fishing Tips

While catching trout is a common goal of fly fishermen, many anglers have discovered the joys of fly casting for bass, both largemouth and smallmouth. Fly fishing for bass requires thinking, similar to that of a hunter stalking prey, t… read more
Alaska Fishing Vacation Review

The great Alaskan wild is the ideal place to do some fishing. Whether it be fly fishing or spin fishing or deep sea, it's an adventure that is intoxicating as it brings you to nature like no other sport. Alaska hosts a slew of drift bo… read more
Oregon Fly Fishing Guides

Fly fishing in Oregon is one of the most popular sports in the state. Many streams, rivers and lakes are located throughout this Pacific Northwest state, making it easy to try your hand at this popular pastime. The best advice you can… read more
Budget Hotels Near Melbourne Airport

The Melbourne Airport is located in Melbourne, Australia. It is the busiest airport in Victoria. The airport consists of both domestic and international terminals. More than 30 airlines fly in and out of Melbourne Airport, including Qa… read more
How to Fish for Striped Bass in the California Delta

Striped bass were introduced into San Francisco in 1879 and flourished in the delta formed where the Sacramento and San Joaquin Rivers enter San Francisco Bay. Stripers feed in the open Pacific Ocean during their adult lives only to re… read more
How to Saltwater Fly Fish

There were nearly 30 million recreational anglers in the United States in 2006, according to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. Game fish caught on flies experience minimal injury and have excellent survival rates when released. Whi… read more
Books About Fly Fishing for Smallmouth Bass

Fly fishing for smallmouth bass is gaining popularity with anglers, but it possesses inherent challenges because bass are known for aggressive strikes and acrobatic jumps. Smallmouth bass anglers will find several books available to he… read more
Fishing in Lake of the Woods, Oregon

Lake of the Woods, Oregon, is a small lake near Klamath Falls near the Deschutes National Forest. Anglers have a range of species to go for at the lake, including perch, crappie, bluegill, bass, catfish and German brown trout. There ar… read more
Things to Do in Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg

The beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains along with the variety of attractions and activities available lure millions of visitors to the Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg areas of Tennessee each year. Among these millions of visitors are many… read more
How to Fix an Abu Garcia Reel

Abu Garcia is a maker of fishing reels, rods, tackle and gear. Spinning, baitcasting, saltwater and fly casting reels are all made by Abu Garcia. Like any piece of mechanical gear, reels break down over time and need repair or basic ma… read more
How Do I Load a Fishing Line?

Your new fly rod and reel is rigged with line, leader and tippet. The next step is to learn to properly cast the line. The basics of fly casting is to realize that you are casting a line rather than a lure. Spinning gear uses a light l… read more
How to Set Up a Fly-Fishing Line

There is more to fly-fishing than learning how to tie flies. The fly-fishing line setup is a precise and effective means of landing fish via a wet or dry fly. Once the fly rod and reel have been chosen for the day's catch, the line nee… read more

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