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I recently viewed a post on Facebook regarding "pretty feathers" used as hair extenders. I went to a local craft fair this fall and every corner I turned, there were those "pretty feathers"! Needless...

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A resident of Massachusetts, my days off are spent fishing the Swift, Westfield and Deerfield rivers. Last summer, I spent a few days of vacation time at the Battenkill river in Vermont. I...

I like this month's picture 'The original way to fish. - Jim Turvold Image'. It reminds of a day on the river, fishing a C&R area, I witnessed a Blue Heron come in, take a nice Rainbow and suck it...

Deanna, Well put...I've tried to put in words why I love fly fishing..."not just a hobby, but as though it were a 'calling.'

Here's to another great year of fishing! It may be cold here in New England but as a fly fisher, there's going to be some down time from getting my feet wet, so I like to keep this quote at my...

Because of Mr. Sousa, I am the fly fisherman I am today! I met him at a local fishing derby in Amherst, MA in 2006. I tied my first ever fly, a woolly bugger, under his instruction! I caught a 15 1/2...

THE FLY FISHERMAN


"There he stands, draped in more equipment than a telephone lineman, trying to outwit an organism with a brain no bigger than a breadcrumb, and getting licked in the...

I'm planning a fishing trip to the Batten Kill River in Vermont for late August. I am looking for suggestions from fellow anglers who have experience this area. I thank you in advance!...

I appreciate all the advice about test driving the rod before purchasing. I actually started looking at Orvis rods in the spring after having toured the Manchester rod plant. I was very impressed...

I'm looking to buy a new fly rod this year and would like some input on the subject.
I've been looking at the LLBean Double L or a St. Croix Avid in a 4wt. Anyone with preference to one or the...

Thanks for all the responses! I enjoyed reading them all and will take a better look at what I'm catching! I had a feeling after posting the question that I would get both true and humorous answers....

Does anyone have a sure fine way of telling a male from a female trout? I don't take home that many fish, but when I do and find out that I've kept a female, a little bit of guilt hits me. Did I just...

I like to have a half dozen tied up of the same fly. If it is successful, I have a few to share with fellow fisherman. When I'm down to the last one, especially if it's worked well, I'll tie up...

If I were a trout, I'd go for it! Looks like a pattern to add to the recipe box!
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"Keep your fly in the water...there ain't no fish in the trees!"

"It's doesn't matter what the name on the rod is or how much you paid for it, the biggest key to catching the fish is presentation....

I usually just catch and release but every once in a while, my taste buds start talkin' and I take one home for the grill. With all these suggested recipes, I'll have to catch me one soon!
- Let...

Is there a possibility that someone could post a picture of their creation? It sounds like something fun to do, but how do you tie the fly on the safety pin? Do you tie the fly on the hook and then...

I have been fly fishing for only two years and most of the time practice C&R. Every now and then though, I do take a few home for a fresh meal. I get out to fish for the enjoyment of the great...

If one is able to carry their goodies in with them, I don't understand why it is so difficult to carry it out when they go home! I make a habit of packing a grocery bag in my vest and pick up some...

Leonard,
Looks like a great fly! Would you mind sharing the recipe?

Flyfishfairwx...
Most of us notice the inviting waters and surrounding scenery! For you, I give you thumbs upon making a humourous observance! It may be that the fisherman was going prepared to...

I try not to think about the cost per fly. There's nothing more satisfying than to catch a fish on a fly I personally tied. I don't need to have materials to tie every fly known to man, just enough...

Have you ever wondered what happens at your fly tying table at night? I just received an e-newsletter from Hatches magazine and found this video! Someone is very clever and talented with the...

Thanks to all for your tips on improvising a Woolly Bugger into a warm water fly! I've tied many buggers for trout fishing but would like to try fly fishing for bass. With a few additional details...

I'm right there with you! I went fly fishing on Tuesday and caught three rainbow trout. Though they were young ones, it felt great to be out there once again. Matter of fact, I caught the second...