Fly Fishing For Beginners

Fly Fishing Guides

2007-10-19T05:52:00.000-07:00

If you really want to go from being a fly fishing beginner to a fly fishing pro here are several highly recommended books written by experts that will give you all the advice you need.

Name	Review
Fly Fishing Guide Book	Step by step guide to fly fishing. The Fly Fishing Guidebook is packed with the latest and most proven techniques available. More....
Beginners Guide To Saltwater Fishing	Anyone starting out with saltwater fishing should consider purchasing this complete ( and superb ) guide. More.....
Fly Fishing Secrets	Whether your a complete novice or a seasoned pro there are new tricks to be learned with Fly Fishing Secrets. More...
Fly Fishing For Beginners	Fly fishing For Beginners teaches everything including Equipment, Fly Tying, Casting, Fly fishing Tips and Tour Of Fly Fishing Destinations . More...
Long Lost Fly Fishing Secrets	Discover Tips and techniques used my the original fly fishing masters. More...

Fly Fishing For Bass

2007-10-17T05:35:00.001-07:00

Fly Fishing for Bass
When you mention fly fishing to people, many times they think you are fishing exclusively for trout. However, there are some amazing spots you can fly fish for trophy sized bass as well. Both largemouth and smallmouth bass abound in rivers and lakes, so why not try your hand fly fishing for bass?

Many experienced fly fishermen report that bass fly fishing can be extremely challenging as well as extremely satisfying. Bass have larger mouths than trout, so your choice of lures is much more diverse. They strike hard and fight strong, so when you are fly fishing for bass, expect to be exhilarated by the fight in these guys!

Experts suggest that you use a 6-7 weight rod, but if you are especially experienced, you can use a 4-5 weight rod. If you choose the smaller rod, you may have trouble casting the larger flies, so be aware of that. You can use a floating or a sinking line with a weight forward taper. You should have a 7 ½ to 9 foot leader tapered down to a 10 pound test.

Most bass are opportunistic feeders and will bite at anything. In general, however, flies for bass fishing are usually larger and influence a bigger bite. Try big muddler minnows, clousy minnows, wooly buggers, poppers, leech patterns, and crayfish patterns. Size 8 or 10 would be a little on the small side while size 2 or 1/0 would be a little too large, so opt for something in between.

Largemouth bass live in shallow water habitats among reeds, water lilies, and other vegetation naturally found in the water. They are adapted to warm waters in the 80 degree range and are seldom found deeper than twenty feet down. They prefer clear waters with little or no current. They stay fairly active year-round, but tend to stay near the bottom in the winter months.

Great bass fly fishing can be found in various locations throughout the United States. In the northeastern United States, try the rivers and streams in the Adirondack Mountains such as the Mohawk or Black Rivers. There are also some prized bass in the Great Lakes region. Southern Ontario in Canada can also provide some great opportunities to catch trophy sized bass.

Bass fly fishing can be a great experience for both the beginning fly fisherman as well as those with a little more experience. Fly fishing for bass requires a little bit of finesse and some tenacity when they bite. Stay with the fish and pull a whopper out of the water you can be proud of!

Fly Fishing Equipment

2007-10-17T05:32:00.001-07:00

Fly Fishing Equipment

Just as with any other sport, the equipment you use when fly fishing can be very important. There are various types of equipment that you need when you undertake fly fishing, and be prepared because some of it can get quite expensive!

Of course, you’ll need a rod and reel. What type of rod you choose depends on the type of fish you will be angling for. Fly rods are ranked according to their net weight capabilities (nwt). The nwt number will tell you what type of fish you will be able to catch. Fish that weigh 8 pounds will require at least an 8 nwt rod, etc.The larger the nwt number, the larger fish you can catch.Some rods are multi-rated (e.g. 7-9 nwt). These rods are good to use because they can accommodate a variety of fish, but multi-rated rods tend to be less flexible than single rated rods.

Rods are made of fiberglass, graphite, or bamboo. Fiberglass rods are durable and less expensive. Fiberglass rods are best for beginning fly fishermen because they can be used in a variety of situations. Graphite rods are lighter and will give you more fighting weight when it comes to landing a fish. Bamboo rods can be expensive, but they are extremely strong and are suited to a more laid-back casting style.

Your fly line will need to match the nwt of your rod. If you have an 8 nwt rod, you’ll need to use an 8 nwt line. It is acceptable to go one or two sizes above or below your rod weight (i.e. 9 nwt or 7 nwt). Buy line that is strong and durable. Some lines are specially designed for freshwater, saltwater, etc.

You will also need to have a durable net that you can carry with you. After the fish has lost its will to fight, a good net is used to scoop them out of the water. This can be a big part of your fly fishing equipment because without a good net, you won’t be able to get your fish out of the water!

Having the right fly fishing equipment is important for both the beginner as well as the experienced angler. As you get better and better at the sport, you will begin to see how important having good equipment can be. You can always upgrade, so it’s good to start out small and work your way up to the more expensive stuff. Your fly fishing equipment can make a world of difference between landing that big fish or catching an ordinary one.

Fly Fishing In Canada

2007-10-17T05:29:00.001-07:00

Fly Fishing in Canada

Canada is a beautiful place to visit. When you are planning a fly fishing trip, you’ll find an amazing adventure in Canada! Many of the rivers and lakes where fly fishing is the best are in remote areas, so when you choose fly fishing in Canada, you’ll have privacy with the added perk of some great fishing!

Some of the best fly fishing in Canada is found in the province of Ontario. There are many lodges you can choose from to stay at when you are there, but be warned that most of them are in very remote places where you are likely to be left alone with your party and can only get in and out by plane or train.

The Brown Bear lake system in Ontario is considered one of the best fly-in trophy smallmouth bass lakes in the area. The fish here average between two and three pounds, but four pound fish are common every season with some trophy wall hangers of 5-6 pounds being caught each year.

Norse Lake is a prime example of a remote Canadian fly-in wilderness lake. The lake is protected by a high, picturesque landscape that stays relatively calm even in windy weather. Here, you can catch beautiful walleye, Northern Pike, and smallmouth bass. Trophy sized fish are found every year, so fish this lake for some great opportunities.

Populus Lake offers twelve miles of beautiful water and land for you to explore when fly fishing in Canada. There are numerous channels and bays dotting this lake with all sort of landscape features like rock outcrops and weed beds which are prime breeding ground and hiding places for fish. This lake is situated in a very remote area with walleyes, trout, and Northern Pike in abundance.

Picture a cool, clear Canadian lake with lots of trophy sized smallmouth bass and Northern Pike and you’ll have Treelined Lake. This lake is so clear, you will be able to see the fish clearly near the shoreline. Wildlife is abundant here and it’s not uncommon to see a moose feeding on the shoreline in the twilight. You’ll find some real trophy sized fish on Treelined Lake with Northern Pike averaging over 5 pounds and smallmouth bass at 4-5 pounds.

Because so many fly fishing spots in Canada are located in remote locations, you’ll find peace and serenity during your fly fishing trip there. Enjoy the beauty of the Canadian wilderness while you catch the fish of your dreams. There are so many choices available to you that when you choose Canada for your next fly fishing trip, you’re sure to come away a winner either way!

Saltwater Fly Fishing

2007-10-16T06:52:00.000-07:00

When you begin to venture into saltwater fly fishing, you are opening yourself up to a whole new fly fishing experience beyond any other.

Obviously, saltwater fly fishing is done on the coastlines of the United States and internationally where the oceans are. Great saltwater fly fishing can also be found in the Gulf of Mexico off the coast of Texas and Florida.

When you are fly fishing in saltwater, you will be doing most of it from the comfort of a boat. The fish you will be catching are going to be larger than freshwater fish, and you will find many different species that can't be found in rivers and streams.

When saltwater fly fishing, you will be able to catch record size tuna, tarpon, seatrout, and mackerel, among other species.

The best fly rods to use would be those in the 8 ½ - 9 foot range meant to cast a 7 - 10 nwt line.

Some fly fishers use shorter rods for tighter work, and longer rods when casting distance is important. When considering reels, the drag system becomes prime in importance because the size of the fish will require you to gain as much control over the reel as you possibly can.

When choosing your line, it is certainly a matter of preference. Some people like to have brighter colored lines for easier visibility while others think it's important to go for blending when it comes to the line so the fish won't shy away from it. Choose an appropriate weight for your fly rod and one that can handle the types of fish you are angling for.

When you are saltwater fly fishing, the tidal action is the engine that drives the atmosphere of the fish available. The tidal movements carry in different types of marine life that live in the channels as the tides roll in and out. Knowledge of the timing and strength of tides is essential to making a saltwater fly fishing outing both productive and safe.

Water temperature is another huge factor in saltwater fly fishing. When it is too cold, the fish are sluggish, when it is too warm, the fish are going to the cool spots. Look for waters that are tepid and you will find some huge fish that are trophy-sized and can provide an amazing experience.

Saltwater fly fishing isn't for everyone, but it can be a great way to expose yourself to a new aspect of the sport. If you're looking for a challenge, fly fishing on saltwater could be a great eye-opener for you. You'll find prized game fish and be able to test your fly fishing skills in ways you can't even imagine.

Beginner Fly Fishing Tips

2007-10-15T07:39:00.001-07:00

Beginner Fly Fishing
Beginners to Fly Fishing will quickly realize that you need all the help you can get when you get started so I decided to start this blog entirely for the purposes of helping the beginner to fly fishing.

Here then in my first post is my first beginner fly fishing tip.

1. Casting

One of the most important things involved in fly fishing is to get your technique for casting to a good standard. The best way, as with anything in life, is to practice - afterall as my mum always told me "practice makes perfect".

The importance of having a good reliable cast can be the difference between being a useless, annoyed fly fisher and a very successful one.

A good place to practice is outside against the wall of your house. There are several ways this can help but the method I found worked best was to pretend there was a clock on the wall in front of you and level with your shoulder. Now practice casting at the 11 o' clock and 1 o' clock positions, to make this easier mark the positions with some chalk or tape.

If you do this each day for a couple of minutes you will soon start to see an improvement in both your accuracy and style.

Hopefully this first tip is easy for you to understand and it does work if you stick to it.

There you have my first beginner fly fishing tip but hopefully the first of many which can help make you a successful fly fisher.