In theory, fly-fishing is a simple sport: Pick a body of water, choose a fly-fishing rod, select your “fly” (or bait), tie a secure knot, cast your line and, hopefully, land a fish on the other end.

Fly fishing has consumed me and given me a life. Even as a hobby, it was something I could get lost in. It challenged me creatively, physically, skillfully, and mentally. It is art, athletics, sport, ...

There’s much more to fly fishing than tying on a fly and whipping your line around a pond. Casting, hook setting and reeling all demand a level of finesse that goes beyond what anglers experience when ...

If you're interested in taking your fishing game beyond just using any old rod with a worm, you need to look at specific ...

Successful nymphing starts with your setup. A two-fly nymph rig is often the way to go – it allows you to cover a wider range of the water column, and it adds variety to your patterns. I’ll typically ...

The first time I wandered into a fly shop on my own, I had no idea where to begin. I had been fly fishing before, but always on a boat and with the help of a partner or friends. Being alone—and ...

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Fly fishing is a specialized type of fishing that requires a little more skill and finesse. 8 On Your Side’s Amanda Holly spoke with a local fly fishing charter captain, who has ...

In the beginning of your fly fishing journey, the most common concept of fly fishing is floating a "bug"-like fly on the top of the water to induce a fish to strike. The fly is supposed to represent a ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is holding two different events in September about fly fishing. According to an MDC news release, the Missouri Trout Fishermen’s ...

While native to Western North America, rainbow trout have become one of the most popular freshwater gamefish around the globe through stocking programs. They are coveted by both conventional and fly ...

When starting out in the world of fishing, the need for a high-quality, budget-friendly rod applies to both conventional angling and fly fishing. While there will be plenty of other tackle and gear ...