Getting Started with Two-Handed Rods
While i was a freshman at Chico State in 1971, I saw a poster in the student union…
Tips & Techniques
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Scraping the Bottom of the Bowl
A while back, I was hauling a friend’s boat out of the water at a local impoundment when…
Gearhead: New Reels, Lines, Leaders, and Backing for 2014
It’s never been easier to find fly reels for any fly-fishing situation. And there are plenty of new…
In Praise of Classic Steelhead Flies: Two Favorites
I thought I might take up chukar hunting, so I called a buddy who is a chukar enthusiast…
The Warmwater Fly Fisher: Eyes
Eyes — no, I’m not going to talk about painting eyes on bass bugs or using jungle cock…
At the Vise: The Park’s Special
Steelhead season arrives slowly at The Roost. Nobody really needs any more steelhead flies — our boxes show…
Baja: Loreto
About 14 years ago, I was inspired by several fly fishers who told stories about fishing Baja California…
One Woman’s Treasures
There’s much to say about what makes fishing the perfect sport and pastime: connecting with nature’s mysteries, disconnecting…
Casting Tips for the Rusty Fly Fisher
As a seasoned fly-fishing guide, I’ve witnessed the entire spectrum of fly casting, from the triumphs to the…
Out of the Box Fly Patterns
California is known around the world as a place of great creativity and a high tolerance for weirdness.…