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Fly Fishing Tips – Denver Vail

Picking the Best Ffly Fishing Spots on the Dream Stream

The Dream Stream is the stretch of water on the South Platte River running between the Spinney Mountain Reservoir and Elevenmile Reservoir.  It is home to so many Gold Medal trout. Framed by rugged mountains in the background, this meandering 30 foot wide river is filled with monster trout. As a year-round tailwater fishery, it is …

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Fly Fishing Lightning Storm Precautions

My wife wastes no time hustling grandchildren into safe shelter at the first signs of any electrical storm activity in our area. Here in Denver, this is a well justified response. Last May a dangerous lightning storm accompanied with roaring thunder and heavy rain rolled through the city, forcing hundreds of concert goers at Red …

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Fly Fishing Private Colorado River Waters

Every few months I treat myself to a special fly fishing expedition. This time I am focusing on the refreshing solitude from spending time on private waters, away from the typical summer crowds of anglers on the Colorado. I am considering a trip to the Colorado River Ranch, one of the private water tour guide …

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Bonding with the Family While Fly Fishing

Looking for a bonding experience with the whole family? Consider a weekend fly fishing expedition. Everyone loves a road trip, so pack up and head out to a favorite fishing destination for a memorable time. What better way to entice your young ones away from electronic screens and games than to surround them with spectacular …

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High Water Tactics for Colorado Fly Fishing

This time of the year can present some of the best fly fishing of the season High, stained water can be your friend if you approach it properly.  Of course, safety is your first concern, but if you take the correct approach, you can remain safe and catch fish. When the water begins to rise, …

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Fly Fishing Practice Makes Perfect

Fly Fishing Instruction In Vail Driving down Cross Creek Road past the Minturn Middle School early last Saturday morning, I saw two teens in the parking lot, practicing fly fishing casts. I had to pull over and watch. This is exactly what I did to hone basic skills many (so many) years ago!   Learning to fly …

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Spend Less Time Getting to Your Fly Fishing Location and More Time Being There

To me, one of the main advantages of using a fly fishing guide service is the saving in time needed to actually get to productive fishing waters. When vacation time is limited, being able to spend as much time as possible actually on the water is a prime consideration. Attempting to identify which streams or …

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Pure Enjoyment – Fly Fishing with Children

Vacationing and Family Fly Fishing in Colorado I remember when I got started fishing.  Of course, I didn’t start fly fishing from the get-go.  Yes, I did use a Snoopy spin cast my father bought me.  I actually liked it and especially since I even caught some fish.  I almost wish I had a picture …

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Understanding the Hatch for Fly Fishing Success

Before I set out to fish the Colorado waters around Denver, whether it is on the South Platte, Clear Creek, Boulder Creek or further afield, I always check in with my favorite fly fishing shop, Minturn Anglers, to find out about current hatches and stream conditions. Over the years, I have found their information just …

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Give me Another Ball, Bob! | Challenge and Growth Fly Fishing in Your Own Backyard

The point of this short rant & blog is to say, “challenge yourself to  step outside the box of what’s comfortable & what feels safe.” The last time I competed in the GoPro Mountain games, I was coming off a win the year prior & can vividly remember asking one of our senior guides Bob Streb what I should …

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