stronger casting of heavier lines and flies, used when targeting much bigger fish. Tenkara rods are a special beast in the world of fly fishing, and an entire article should be focused on this ...

Fly fishing requires specialized tackle, namely fly rods and fly lines, to cast lightweight lures known as flies—which traditionally imitated insects but can now imitate a vast array of fish food. The ...

Don't let a lack of knowledge stop you. These flies consistently catch trout, no matter the hatch or your fly fishing skill level. Like gems in the water. / photo by Ken Baldwin If it played out ...

USA TODAY 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards expert and fly-fishing advocate Angelica Talan recommends these 10 essentials for your fly-fishing gear pack list. This article originally appeared on 10Best.co ...

If I’m fishing an emerger fly, it’s the trail fly on a dry dropper ... Slow-moving pools or current breaks are great places to fish these flies, and you’ll often want to be casting to ...

Water depth is especially important when fly fishing for bass, and a well-stocked bass box should include flies that fish well at various depths. As a starting point, I’ve picked out 12 of my favorite ...

One place to try alpine fly fishing is Lake Agnes in State Forest State Park, which sits at 10,666 feet above sea level and is stocked for fishing, including with cutthroat trout. Another spot: Dream ...

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 ...

Fly fishing, though, is somewhat gear-intensive: rod, flies, net, waders and boots (if the water’s too cold to get in) and more. But if packing your gear into a backcountry lake or stream is ...

With the 29th Annual Fly Tying and Fly Fishing Expo starting on Valentine’s Day, community members are invited to trade in the traditional gifts of roses and chocolates for some fishing flies ...