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Working with the CPW Fly Fishing Regulation Maze

The Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CWP) Commission manages all 42 parks in the State of Colorado and more than 300 state wildlife areas. It is also the agency handling all fishing licences and regulations for the state. Its mission is to protect wildlife and improve wildlife habitats in the state. The Commission is the steward …

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Encouraging Young Fly Fishing Anglers

With all the competition from the myriad of electronic devices, games and apps available, it is hard to get the attention of our kids and grand-kids long enough to interest them in the joys of fly fishing. But there are some simple tips to move them away from the internet and videos to sampling the …

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Tips for Choosing the Right Fly Fishing Line

I remember when I was choosing my first fly fishing equipment, and the advice I was given by the knowledgeable staff at Minturn Anglers in Denver. Particularly I remember the recommendations about how to choose the right fly fishing line. Rod manufacturers design their rods to be used by the average person under average conditions, …

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Preparing for Your Colorado Fly Fishing Day Trip

Residents of Colorado, especially Denver anglers, have easy access to some of the best fly fishing trout waters in the world, much of it only minutes away from Denver and the Vail Valley. Plan a day testing your skills against some of the wiliest fish around, and at the same time relaxing in and enjoying …

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Practicing the Roll Cast for the Best Colorado Fly Fishing Experience

The waters around Denver and the Vail Valley offer the best fly fishing in Colorado. However, every mountain stream presents its own fly fishing challenges. Working in tight quarters or hampered by overhanging bushes and trees requires carefully thought out approaches. Often the roll cast will be the most appropriate. Being skilled in performing the …

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When the Fishing Itch is Too Strong and the Winter Weather is Too Cold

Sometimes it feels like the winter months are interminably long and cold. I’ve gone through all the latest fly fishing magazines, and watching fishing videos on the internet is simply whetting my appetite to be casting on open water again. I think it’s time for me to have a serious talk with the staff at …

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My Dream Stream Fly Box

I am on the Dream Stream so often that I have a large fly box with flies specifically selected for fly fishing these Gold Medal waters. Obviously I stock up on patterns that have worked well for me in the past. I also include flies recommended to me by other anglers, especially those I have …

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Winter Fly Fishing is One of Colorado’s Best Kept Secrets

Did you know that fishermen and women in Colorado can enjoy fly fishing all four seasons of the year in either Denver area or Vail Valley? They are starting to share the secret. More and more anglers are learning about the joys and challenges of plying their sport right through the winter. Even a heavy …

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Double up Your Vail Winter Vacation

The kids are already getting giddy in anticipation of hitting the slopes at Vail Colorado next month. We have a week booked in Vail Village, and I have planned activities for all of us. Benjamin and Alex are enrolled in one of the area’s excellent novice ski schools, my wife is pleased to have a …

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Experience the Serenity of Colorado Winter Float Fishing

This winter, my wife and I are going to treat ourselves to a float fly fishing trip on the Roaring Fork or the Colorado River. We always enjoy a boating experience, but this Minturn Anglers excursion ties it in with superb fly fishing opportunities. We are both looking forward to catching the big fish and …

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