Last year in this space — the exact space, my March 2025 column — I shared 10 items to begin a tacklebox. Most anglers start with a spinning rod and ...

The Gold Ribbed Hare’s Ear (GRHE) fly pattern is one of the most popular and versatile fishing flies ever produced ...

The weather may be raw, but that does not bother a seasoned group of fishermen known as steelheaders. Gathering on the Salmon River or other Lake Ontario tributaries, they eagerly ply their craft in ...

With high-paying guests, huge rainbows, and even bigger egos on the line, a feud between fishing guides gives way to some ...

Fishing line for bass is one of the most critical pieces of gear when it comes to catching lunkers—but it’s also one of the most overlooked. Many anglers will spend hours arguing over the best lures ...

Getting into fly fishing? Here’s a breakdown of my beginner gear setup, including the essentials that make learning easier and more enjoyable. Simple, practical, and perfect for anyone just starting ...

Over the last few years, I’ve noticed a big uptick in beginner fly anglers. My gauge for this is my inbox. Listeners of my podcasts know that I do my best to answer emailed questions, and a huge ...

My favorite spots to fly fish offer more than just abundant trout or salmon; I love being surrounded by the majesty of a place, be it the grandeur of the Rockies or the quiet beauty of a Midwestern ...

All busy lawyers need periodic escapes from their busy practices. The author describes how fly fishing can be that rewarding reset button. The attributes of being a successful lawyer and a fly ...

If there is a more iconic Adirondack experience for a fly fisherman than finding a blue line on the map, hiking in and seeing if it contains brook trout, I haven’t come across one. This spring was ...

Fly fishing is a popular technique—and pastime—for many anglers in the Badger State. Here are six of the best fly fishing spots in Wisconsin. According to DriftHook, Wisconsin’s trout streams have ...