Klamath Intruder
The warmth of the coffee, black and steaming, feels good in my hands on this icy-cold winter morning.…
Tips & Techniques
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At the Vise: Claret and Hope
It’s hard to know what to say about steelhead flies anymore. With a number of runs this year…
At the Vise: The Alder Fly
When my fishing buddy Joe Kelly shot a turkey last spring, I felt complicit enough to lay claim…
For the Love of Wind
Have you ever stepped out of the car, been hit by a powerful gust of wind, and thought,…
Advice on Dubbing
When I started to learn how to tie flies, I just used different chenilles and yarns for body…
Jay Fair’s Wiggle Tail Fly
Not long after rediscovering fly fishing six years ago, I decided that my favorite places to fish are…
Al Q’s Pinche Claw System
My Pinche Crab pattern was originally based on a modified Will Bauer crab pattern that still remains the…
Steelhead Nymphing Under an Indicator
Although there are opportunities to fish with topwater flies for steelhead throughout the winter season, to hook these…
CDC Emerger
I sit at the tying station on the kitchen table in my small apartment, where I’m surrounded by…
At the Vise: Balanced Peacock Bugger
As you settle into your winter tying season, you might want to consider doing yourself the favor of…