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…
Tips & Techniques
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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.…
Gearhead: New Rods for 2014
Autumn brings with it some of the best fishing of the year, although this summer’s wildfires and low…
The Warmwater Fly Fisher: Stillwater Rules
As a group, fly fishers are reasonably polite when plying their sport on streams. Most, if not all,…
Both Sides Now
In “Looking Through the Other End of the Telescope” in the July/August 2013 issue of California Fly Fisher,…