Saltwater fly fishing is a world unto itself. Flies are often large and cumbersome, but if you want to land a big saltwater fish on the fly, you better have some big flies to throw at them. Don't worry if you're not Lefty Kreh, shooting out 150-foot casts. In many situations only a short cast is required to get to the fish. read more
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. While fly fishing is often thought to require a great degree of skill, most saltwater fish are forgiving when it comes to castin… read more
Take one part saltwater, one part game fish and add a lightweight fly fishing outfit and you have the recipe for a potentially memorable fishing experience. Saltwater fly rods are typically heavier than those used for stream fishing. However, fly rods overall are still considered lightweight tackle compared to many stiff-action spinning or casting rods. Sett… read more
Saltwater kayak fly fishing is a popular method of fishing low water and areas that are difficult to access with a full-size boat. Kayak fishing also allows the angler to make a quiet approach and reduce the risk of spooking weary fish. Several books are available about kayak fishing in general, with sections included about fly fishing in saltwater. read more
Quality saltwater fly lines are available in abundance, but the best lines will be durable, slick and have a supple casting ability. The majority of saltwater lines are built to make long, shooting casts and lines come in a variety of sizes, styles and colors. The best lines will have neutral colors and have the ability to handle multiple fishing situations.… read more
For fly-fishing novices, the verbiage so frequently used in fly-fishing terminology may be confusing and at times even somewhat forbidding. This is especially true when attempting to discern some fishing advice that is received at the… read more
Fly fishing flies are designed to imitate a food source such as bugs and fish eggs or they can be bright, gaudy patterns intended to draw an instinctive strike from large predatory fish. We will take a look at five types of flies that… read more
Juneau, Alaska, is the capital of the state and is situated in southeast Alaska, otherwise known as the panhandle. Juneau is surrounded by the Tongass National Forest, the largest national forest in the country. The Tongass has many st… read more
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, is a resort beach community along the Atlantic Coast. Myrtle has access to miles of sugar-sand beach, salt flats and wetlands. There are many opportunities for angling of all sorts. Fly-fishing the saltwat… read more
St. Croix manufactures rods for fly fishing, saltwater fishing, spin casting and bait casting. The rods are American made at the factory in Wisconsin and are represented by numerous professional anglers and guides. The Legend Elite and… read more
In many ways, a fly-fishing reel is similar to a bicycle. A fly-fishing reel, regardless of type, size or construction, contains an arbor, which works similarly to a tire hub; a spool, which works similarly to a bike wheel; and a drag… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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