The supply of fly-tying hook styles can be overwhelming for the beginning fly tier. Many fly-tying experts rely on a single brand of hook and supplement their supply with specialty hooks from other brands. The best hooks are a matter of opinion. Several brands consistently produce quality hooks. read more
Tying flies and streamers requires practice and discipline. Numerous books, websites and instructional videos are available to assist with fly-tying techniques. Instructional courses through fly shops are also an excellent way to learn… read more
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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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