I watch a lot of YouTube videos about fly fishing, and one of the best producers out there is Carpe Diem. Their films are beautiful both for the footage, but, also, for the tone they invoke. Here’s one called “Trout Heaven”:
Category: Videos
Loon UV Fly Finish
I’ve long believed that 10% of the flies catch 90% of the fish. One of those go-to flies is the Hare’s Ear nymph. Pair that with a Pheasant Tail or Zebra Midge, and you should be good to go in most situations on freestone rivers (I think tailwaters, like the Swift, are a different story).
Project Healing Waters
Your fly gear and flies can save lives. Let me explain. As I mentioned in my last post, I have quite a few flies that are sitting around and have never been used. I enthusiastically found some great flies at a good price, and so, bought them. Then, I started to tie my own flies.
Fishing Soft Hackles: An Intro
One of the things I’ve learned is that a little movement to a fly can go a long way. On some days, the trout want a pure dead drift. But, at other times, they want some twitches or an active retrieve. The other things I’ve learned is that a fly with a soft hackle can