Fly-Fishing Techniques Wet Fly Swung, Near Surface or Deep
Wet Fly, Swung Near Surface
Cast your wet fly across the river and slightly downstream,
then let the current “swing” the fly until hanging directly
downstream. Take a couple of steps downstream between each
swing, thereby covering all of the water where fish could be
Wet Fly, Swung Deep
Using the same “swinging” technique described above, add
heavier flies and/or sinking lines to get your fly as
deep as is necessary to find fish.
Credit: Our thanks to Frank Amato Publications for
the use of this material from Oregon River Maps &
Fishing Guide.
Stop by the Chat Room and meet some fellow anglers. It is a nice
bunch of people - always willing to help beginners! Or just share your
fishing adventures. Fair skys and tight lines, ~ DB
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Originally published c. 2000 on Fly Anglers Online by Deanna Lee Birkholm.