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Fly Fishing for Trout

admin — Sat, 03 Apr 2010 21:29:59 +0000

Fly fishing is just another form of fishing, that really is not to hard to do. It’s important to know that different tackle and flies are used for different species of fish. Fly fishers mostly focus on fishing for trout. There are several different types of trout; these include rainbow, brown, brook, golden, steelhead, and lake trout. Fly fishing can be awfully expensive, but do not go out and blow a bunch of money on a nice fly rod if you are a beginner. When fly fishing for trout, be sure that you use a light tippet. Trout are a smart species of fish and will be able so see your tippet or hook if they are too heavy or big. As for what flies to use when trout fishing depends on what kind of water you are fishing in. Dry flies are very popular, but stay on top of the water. Other flies are meant to go underwater, which can be a very good place to fly fish for trout. This is because trout mostly feed at the bottom of rivers and creeks. Only when there is a large insect at the surface do trout come up to feed there. An important thing to keep in mind when fly fishing for trout, is to always be aware of what the environment is around you. What I mean by that is if there aren’t many surface insects around, then you’re going to want to change to something that can dive under the water. Trout love to sit right where the fast water meets the slow water. This is the first place I would look for when trying to hook a trout. Some good fly patterns to try are woolly bugger, red fox squirrel tail, or parachute adams.

Basic Equipment for Fly Fishing

admin — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 21:33:40 +0000

1.Fly – It is the one tied to the hook and used as a bait. It weighs very little. Some fly fishers also use live bait like crayfish, minnow, bloodworms and leeches. But most of fly fishers use artificial fly that is constructed from various furs, feathers, threads and hooks. Artificial fly is used as imitation of insects on which the fish is feed and because artificial fly is so colorful, it attracts the attention of the fish.

2.Fly rod – It is a device used in sport fishing that made of a long pole with a line held in place alongside it with the use of guides. Fishing rod has many sizes and the longer the rod the greater advantage in casting. There are different types of rod such as carbon fiber rod, fly rod, tenkara rod, IM/Modulus, Spin and bait casting rods, Spinning rods, Ultra-light rods, Ice rods, Sea rods, Surf rod, trolling rod, tand elescopic rod. Modern rods are made of fiberglass and grphite composite. But originally fly rods were made from split Tonkin bamboo, Calcutta reed, or ash wood. Today split Tonkin bamboo rods are still popular in fly fishing.

3.Fly reel – It is used to store fishing lines that help the fisher retrieve and land a hooked fish. This is a solution that is created by the fishers because the fishers wanted to have a more fly line available to cast.

4.Fly line – Fly line is a weighted line that is thrown out into the water at various length and distance. This also comes in densities and tapers. This is the most important part in the delivery system that sends the fly to the fish.

5.Fly hook – Fly hook is where in which the fly is placed on. There are different hooks like dry fly hooks, lure hooks or double hooks.

6.Fly boxes – This is a box where the fisher place the flies. Having a good quality box saves the fishers some money for buying new flying boxes again.

7.Fly fishing clothes – Fly fishing clothes like fishing hat, fishing waistcoat and polaroid sunglasses are very important too because eye protection is needed to protect the eyes from the sun or flying objects that blown by the wind.

The History of Fly Fishing

admin — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 21:28:46 +0000

The earliest accounts of fly fishing come from the ancient Romans who mention it in texts as early as the 2nd century when Claudius Aelianus wrote about Macedonians who made fake flies from red wool and feathers. However, modern fly fishing probably developed in England and Scotland using techniques similar to modern techniques in the 15th century. England and Scotland contained a large amount of shallow, weedy rivers making the sport popular and rewarding.
Technical innovations pushed the sport further in the 1800s such as the introduction of bamboo rods and silk lines. Bamboo rods were further refined as American rod builders developed advanced rod building techniques that involved cutting the bamboo into strips before gluing the bamboo back together around a solid core. After World War II fiberglass became a popular material for fly rod construction and today they are made from graphite compounds.
Innovation has driven the sport from its humble roots. The fly reel was invented by Lee Wulf who also invented the fishing vest, something a good fly fisherman can’t live without. Another necessity is the artificial fly which has evolved dramatically and many books have been written describing the best ways to make realistic and tempting flies.
Fly fishing in 19th century England was looked at as an elitist sport, but changes in technology have made the sport enjoyable and affordable for a large group of people in search of the perfect fly, the perfect cast, and the perfect stream.

The 8 Best Places to Fly Fish

admin — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 21:34:13 +0000

Whether an amateur or aficionado, the beauty and tranquility of fly fishing is hard to resist. There is something calming about the snap of the wrist and graceful uncoiling of the tip line. Come alone or drag the whole family to these 8 amazing spots across the United States:

East Coast

1.Martha’s Vineyard, MA
Find beautiful striped bass along the island’s 125 miles of shore. Saltwater fly fishers swear by this destination and the local ambience is not too hard to take either.

2. Delaware River, NY
Rainbow trout abound in the section that runs through the famed Catskills. Bring your biggest net for the catch of a lifetime.

Out West

3. Henry’s Fork, ID
Referred to as America’s greatest trout stream, the scenery is as beautiful as the fish. You will need to wait until opening day in June to enjoy.

4.North Umpqua River, OR
If it’s steelhead you want, Oregon is where you need to be. Not for the faint of heart, you will need stamina to hook one of these feisty fish.

The Heartland

5.Muskegon River, MI
Die hards will tell you that this is a 4 season river, with an abundance of steelhead, trout and salmon. The Great Lakes and surrounding rivers never disappoint.

6.White River, AR
Arguably the most popular trout river in the Midwest. Cast for smallmouth and trout (brown, cutthroat, rainbow, and brook).

The South

7. Keys, FL
Clear, blue waters provide for a unique fly fishing experience in this southern destination. With amazing bonefish and tarpon plentiful, you are sure to come away with a story or two to tell at the local watering hole.

8. Shenandoah River, VA
Just a stone’s throw from the White House, you can find smallmouth and trout here in a variety of sizes. The fall provides for a beautiful backdrop for your trip.

The Most Popular Sporting fish!

admin — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 21:35:22 +0000

Smallmouth bass flying fish or Micropterus dolomieui is found throughout North America and originated from upper and middle Mississippi River basin, and Hudson River basin. This is also popular sporting fish because of its jumping ability. Other names for Smallmouth bass are Smallie, Brownie, Bronzeback, Bronze bass and Brown bass.

Smallmouth prefers cooler temperature and usually found in rivers, streams, rocky areas and stumps and also in sandy bottoms of lake and reservoir. Smallmouth is function well in warm, shallow, weedy water when other predator not there. This fish is feed on smaller fish,crayfish and insects that trapped in water surface. Females Smallmouth bass are bigger than the males. Their life span is up to 13 years. The shape of the lakeside smallmouth bass that live in sandy areas has oval shaped. While the river water smallmouth bass that live in the dark water has torpedo shaped. River water smallmouth among the dark water has very dark brown color while those in lakeside smallmouth bass has light yellow brown. Their upper jaw does not extend beyond rear margin of the eye. The color of their eye is red.

Smallies are sight feeders and usually they are inactive at night when they can be easily approached by SCUBA divers. Lower light periods such as dusk and dawn are their peak feeding periods. Smallmouth will use depth for hiding. They will move in shoals that are based on size. And they are built to swim in the swift current of the river.