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Fly Fishing

Fly Fishing Basics

Fly Fishing Basics

The waterways you want to fish and the fish species you want to catch are important factors when fly fishing. This guide provides you with information on fly fishing essentials, gear, and the techniques you need to know for this type of fishing.

LEARN HOW TO FLY FISH
Where to Fly Fish: Top Spots
Where to Fly Fish
Get started with fly fishing tips for locating the best places to fly fish.
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Fly Fishing for Beginners
Fly Fishing for Beginners
Grab some gear, follow the fly fishing basics on the infographic and head out.
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Fly Fishing FAQ & Essential Info
Fly Fishing FAQ
Find the answers to some of the most common fly fishing questions, definitions, and more.
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Fly Fishing Tackle Assembly
Fly Fishing Tackle Assembly
Learn fly fishing basics for assembling and disassembling your fishing tackle.
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Fly Fishing Fly Tying Basics
Fly Tying Basics
Get fly fishing basics for tying flies specific to the type of fish you want to catch.
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Professional Fly Line Mending Tips
Fly Line Mending
This fly fishing technique allows you to drift your fly further upstream or downstream.
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Fly Fishing Knots
Fly Fishing Knots
Learn proper fly fishing techniques for creating the best fly knots possible.
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Fly fishing mending techniques
Fly Fishing Mending Techniques
Learn how to achieve a good upstream mend with these five different techniques.
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Woman Angler Holding a Salmon
King Salmon Fly Fishing
Start here to learn the best king salmon fishing flies, tips and techniques.
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