The sport of fly fishing grew immensely during the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2020 alone, participation increased by 11 percent, a giant leap over the prior 10 years. And the numbers keep rising. It makes ...

I’ve been reviewing fly rods, fly reels, and other gear for the better part of a decade. And fly rods at every price point have only become better. When it comes to the best fly fishing rods for ...

Over the last few years, I’ve noticed a big uptick in beginner fly anglers. My gauge for this is my inbox. Listeners of my podcasts know that I do my best to answer emailed questions, and a huge ...

Recently I heard someone describe airline travel as "death by a thousand cuts" and it got me to thinking about the travel I did this last year. The sardine-can seats, the airlines' nickel-and-diming ...

Fly fishing vests have been around since the beginning of the sport, and they’re still great for both beginners and experienced anglers. Designed to keep your flies and gear organized for when you ...

An expert guide breaks down the best fishing rod and reel setups for every environment, from mountain streams to the surf.

One thing I appreciate about the sport of fly fishing is its reverence for the past – for the anglers and gear that came before us. Fly anglers are big on quality and classics. If they find something ...

The river is flowing high right now with the peak of runoff nowhere in sight. Sequestered to float fishing or stillwaters, anglers may not feel as adept in their angling proficiency. Don’t let that ...

The Clear Fork River Chapter of Trout Unlimited is holding a Learn to Fly Fish Clinic to teach the basics of fly fishing, and to provide participants opportunities to test their tackle and fishing ...