Like shooting free throws in basketball, casting a fly rod is a repetitive motion that requires diligent practice to maintain proficiency. Disappointed in my inconsistency at making long, accurate casts, I recently took a private two-hour casting lesson with Fly Fishers International Master Casting Instructor Sheila Hassan of Cast 90 to get expert assistance. I walked
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Consider Your Approach
We live in a hyper-sensitive world, or so it seems. And, so, a bit of careful thought about word choice can make all the difference between connecting in a meaningful way or shutting down conversation altogether. Furthermore, some time spent considering a different perspective or point of view is always beneficial for testing and evaluating
Urban Bonefishing: Fly Fishing Lowell for Carp
The conversation often begins with telling people to leave their waders and boots at home, but plan to sight-fish for carp in the 10 to 30 lb. range. You can imagine the reactions I get, but I assure you, just as I assure my clientele, there is no exaggeration here. When fishing the Lowell, MA,
Best Way to Start Fly Fishing
The best way to start fly fishing: keep things simple! I think learning how to indicator nymph is ideal and autumn is a great time to do so. In this post, I’ll share ideas for affordable gear, flies, easy knots, online and free resources, and some DIY spots on specific rivers. So, if you or