Why leave the river feeling stumped when you could have pumped? Using a stomach pump is a very controversial subject among fly fisherman/women. Walking up to the register of a fly shop with a stomach pump in hand will likely land you more dirty looks than a whore in church. They are usually located near …
Don’t Be Stumped, Try Your Pump | A Guide to Pumping Fish Safely Read More »
One of the harder things to teach beginner fly fishers is not only how to play a fish, but how to hold a fish for a picture after it’s been netted. And, of course, when taking fishing pictures, the presentation of the fish is the most important thing. People’s tendency is to feel how slimy a …
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Fly fishing is considered one of the safest sports around, yet I was recently reminded that it too is not without hazards. On my last trip out, this time on the Blue River tailwater down from Dillon Dam, I threw a cast that got caught by a sudden gust of wind, and very effectively hooked …
Editor’s Note: Though I posted this entry, it was Duane’s writing. He is a fishy guide who pays careful attention to detail. 7-11-2014–This is the first year for me on the Eagle River with Minturn Anglers. I had never even stepped a wading boot in that river prior to re-compassing my guide career this year. …
Building A Case | Journal the River to Build a “Playbook” by Duane Redford Read More »
I’m not a purist, or elitist, nor traditionalist. I just like to see a bunch of fish hit the bottom of the bag. That brings me to my point regarding stripping versus spooling. I’m talking about using the fly reel for you crooked folks out there! Lately, I’ve guided a few folks that prefer to …
Why I Use the Worm Throughout the years, I’ve always wondered how many fish are eating my flies and spitting them out before I ever get any indication of a strike from my Thingamabobber. I have always found it useful to throw a worm when the water is up and off-color, but I have always …
Fly Fishing Tips | Fishing the “Worm Hatch” All the Time Read More »
Vail Fly Fishing School In the past few weeks, we have seen several posts and comments from guides taking out students for our Vail Fly Fishing School’s second day: the on-the-water test. It’s a little like taking that driver’s test and, generally, like heading out in that sports car with the top down after you …
Dress for Success | What to wear for Fly Fishing Folks who come into the shop or call to book their first fly fishing trip often ask questions they describe as “stupid”. Let me tell you that there IS a such thing as a stupid question (such as, “Do you think the moose will mind if …
De-barbing hooks has always been a debate in the Fly Fishing industry. To de-barb, to leave the barb, to fish barbless flies, everyone has their opinion. I have always de-barbed my clients’ hooks. This is done for the safety of both anglers and fish. I have recently gained a better appreciation for the de-barbed hook. …
Imagine your name is Jack, and you had just climbed this giant vine up into the clouds; only to find a pissed off giant looking to hold you in his tight little fish, I mean fist. Imagine for a minute that you are just 1/30th the size of your captor, and completely helpless when in …
How to Handle a Fish | Fly Fishing Guide Advice from Minturn Anglers, Vail, Colorado Read More »
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