The Drift - Fly Fishing, Fly Casting and Fly Rod Building

On the Other Hand - A new way to look at feeding behavior

There is no question that a number of factors weigh on a fish’s decision to feed. And the demands of his environment—spring creek vs. freestone river—probably override many other variables; however...

The Best Leader to Fly Knot for Fly Fishing - "The Fisherman's Knot"

The Pitzen Knot is referred to under a number of different names including the Eugene Bend, Pitzen, and the 16-20 knot and the Fishermans Knot. Lefty Kreh was very familiar with this particular kno...

Fjället - Fly Fishing In Swedish Lapland

We all have been there, looking out the window at the shitty weather outside. Dreaming away for a little bit, thinking. I want to be out there again, peacefulness and with nothing to worry about. L...

Fly Fishing Knots - How To Tie the Nail Knot

How to Tie the Nail Knot The nail knot is the time-honored method for attaching fly line to leader. While it does require retying when changing leaders, this connection is a good choice for gentle ...

Tomorrow's Fish

Anglers Must Lead On Climate Change ~ Gregory Fitz In the face of unprecedented threats to our fisheries from climate change and the loss of critical habitat to the systemic underfunding of fisher...