Understanding the Anatomy of a Fly Rod and Reel Setup April 15, 2025Claire Petty 1. The Fly Rod Purpose: The fly rod is your casting tool. Unlike spin rods, fly rods are designed to cast the weight of the line, not the lure. Key...
Expert Fly Fishing Road Trip: California Edition April 13, 2025Claire Petty Expert Fly Fishing Road Trip: California Edition Duration: 6 DaysSeason: Best late May–October (dependent on snowpack)Focus: Wild trout, technical water, high elevation gems, and fish varietyStart: Redding or SacramentoEnd: Bishop...
10-Day Fly Fishing Road Trip: Colorado to Montana April 13, 2025Claire Petty Here's a 10-day fly fishing road trip itinerary starting in Colorado and ending in Montana. This route takes you through some of the most iconic trout waters in the Rockies,...
The Ultimate Guide to Fly Fishing in Florida March 06, 2025Claire Petty The Ultimate Guide to Fly Fishing in Florida Florida is a paradise for fly fishing enthusiasts, offering diverse environments ranging from freshwater lakes and rivers to saltwater flats and estuaries....
Which fly rod should I buy? February 26, 2025David MacKay There are so many brands lengths weights of fly rods and it can get very confusing which one to buy and which one to use. In an ideal world I...
How to Avoid Spooking Fish: Pro Tips for Fly Fishing January 02, 2025Claire Petty How to Avoid Spooking Fish: Pro Tips for Fly Fishing If there’s one thing every fly fisher knows, it’s that trout and other fly-fishing targets are easily spooked. These...
Setting the Hook in Fly Fishing December 27, 2024Claire Petty How to Set the Hook Like a Pro When it comes to fly fishing, there’s nothing quite like the thrill of feeling a fish nibble at your fly. For women...
The Best Flies for Cold Winter River Fly Fishing December 02, 2024Claire Petty Winter fly fishing can be a rewarding challenge, offering solitude on the water and the chance to target trout when they’re at their most selective. Cold water temperatures slow fish...
What is Tippet? October 27, 2024Claire Petty Tippet is the very end part of your fly-line set-up. It's the piece that hooks your fly to your leader. Tippet comes in various diameters (3x,4x,5x,6x...). The higher the number...
Fishing for Trout in Fall. September 16, 2024Claire Petty Ready for trout fishing in fall? Let's talk about their behavior and how that affects how you should fish. When fall arrives, trout behavior changes in response to the cooler water...
Fly Fishing in Freshwater Rivers: A Woman’s Guide to Finding Joy, Peace, and Maybe Even a Few Fish** August 27, 2024Claire Petty Fly Fishing in Freshwater Rivers: A Woman’s Guide to Finding Joy, Peace, and Maybe Even a Few FishLadies, let’s talk about fly fishing. Yes, you heard me right—fly fishing! Before...
10 Reasons Why Fly Fishing Helps Stress August 25, 2024Claire Petty Fly Fishing Helps Stress: A Path to Relaxation and Mental Health BenefitsIn today's fast-paced world, many people seek ways to manage stress and improve their mental health. Surprisingly, one of...