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A Fisherman’s Guide To Common Trout Species Found In North America

Here’s an overview of common trout species found in North America, including scientific names, characteristics, spawning season, diet, and geographic range. Rainbow Trout Scientific Name: Oncorhynchus mykiss Characteristics: Rainbow trout have a streamlined body with a silver coloration. Rainbow trout are agile swimmers and are known for their acrobatic jumps. They often exhibit pink stripe…
Catch More Trout By Learning About The Insects They Eat

Trout eat lots of insects. By learning about the different types of insects they eat and when they eat them you can catch more fish. Let’s start with some of the basics. The insects trout eat can be divided into two main groups called terrestrial insects and aquatic insects. As you probably guessed based on…
Fishing On The Kenai Peninsula In Alaska

In this post I’ll lay out some basics about fishing the Kenai Peninsula in Alaska and provide a simple DIY trip template. I’ve done variations of this trip a handful of times and I lived in Alaska for a couple years so I feel like I can offer some good advice on the topic. About…
Fishing The Yellowstone River In Montana

Fly fishing on the Yellowstone River in Montana is an unforgettable experience that offers some great angling opportunities and outstanding scenery. Here’s an overview to help you plan a successful fishing trip to this iconic river. Location and Access The Yellowstone River begins in Wyoming and flows across the state of Montana, offering abundant public…
How To Cast A Fly Rod

Casting like a pro can take years of practice but the basic steps needed to cast well enough to catch a fish can be mastered in an afternoon. The Basic Fly Cast Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you achieve a basic fly cast: 1. Position Yourself Find a comfortable spot along the water’s edge.…
How To Dress For Cold Weather Fly Fishing: The Layering System that Works For Me

Fishing in the summer is great. Often all you need to wear to be comfortable is a pair of shorts, sandals, and a lightweight shirt. Unfortunately, most places where trout live get quite cold in the winter. The good news is that if you dress appropriately you can stay toasty warm and catch fish in…
Madison River Map

This map shows the Madison River in southwestern Montana. Fishing access sites are represented with orange circles. Other public land (more potential fishing access) is shaded blue (for state managed parcels) and green (for US Forest Service managed land). Let me know in the comments if you want a georeferenced pdf version. I’ll post one…
Simms G3 Guide Waders Review

I have owned many different waders over the years but my current waders, the Simms G3 Stockingfoot chest waders, are by far the best. I’ve had the same pair since 2018 with no issues. They have been used all over Alaska, Montana, Idaho, and Michigan. They have taken a beating and continued to perform like…
Simms SolarFlex Hoody Is The Best Fishing Sun Shirt Ever

I love sun hoodies for warm weather fishing for a couple reasons. Reason one, I am prone to sunburn. I like to avoid that burning feeling, increased cancer risk, and peeling skin of a sunburn. Reason two, they are comfortable. It’s hard to beat the soft breezy feel of a nice sun shirt. I have…
The Best Fly Fishing Gift Ideas For The Angler In Your Life

Buying a gift for a fly angler? The good news is there is so much gear on the market that there is certainly something out there that would make a great gift (even for the person who “has everything”). The bad news is that it’s hard to sort out what’s good and useful from stuff…