Sep
6
Fly Fishing Streamers for Everyone
September 6, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Fly fishing using streamers is a method often ignored or even overlooked by anglers and fishermen, especially those who fish for trout. What are streamers by the way? It is a loose definition for food other than the ordinary insects. Examples are crustaceans, leeches and crayfish. However, as the sport become more known as trout fly fishing, we always think first of using insects. Still it should be known that the large fish eat small fish as well.

In many rivers, it is always sure that there will always be fry to be eaten by the large fish. They are especially present during the spring up to the end of fall, however, they are present the whole year around.
Even if fry are absent, there are other streamers such as minnows and smelt. And if there are no minnow in the waters that you fish, do you know that trout are cannibal somewhat? Meaning where there is large trout, there must also be small trout.
Besides fly fishing streamers being possible the whole year around, another advantage of these fishing methods are that you tend to have a more bountiful catch. Understand the fish are good in conserving their energy. They will never attempt to catch food if the process will cost them more energy than the energy that they will get from consuming such food.
This is the reason why in the cold season, you have to literally dangle the food in front of them for the fish to take it. A big trout for instance will not try to work hard for food and rise up from its hole just to pursue, all because they are saving energy. However, when it comes to minnows, this is a streamer worth not turning down as it is considered a great deal of energy to be consumed for little work done.
Image credit: Merryjack
Jul
16
Do you like to fly fish surrounded by body of water? Then it is good if you can use small fishing boat for your next fishing session.
Nowadays, you can find small fishing boats of all types of variety, color, shape. These vessels can be used for fishing or angling on such bodies of water such as the lakes, rivers, seas among a few.
The light weight small fishing boat of today are not only efficient for fishing, but they are also utilized for other water recreational activities. What’s great about tiny fishing boats is its being perfect in shallow waters.
However, do not think that small fishing boats don’t need crew, in fact they do have a few – around two crew at the most. All fishing operations are done by this crew.
You can have you small fishing boat with or without the appropriate motor. The small boats are ideal for going to shallow streams and rivers that fisherman and angler cannot go to by foot.
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During the summer season, many fish migrate to mouths of stream, especially if the waters are shallow. This is because fish are trying to find way to enjoy the cool waters. You will certainly be surprised of the sheer number of fish that you can find – just waiting for you to catch.
Jul
7
Go for Wholesale Fly Fishing Equipment
July 7, 2008 | Leave a Comment
If you are in search of inexpensive but really A-1 quality wholesale fly fishing equipment, you can try the brick-and-mortar local fishing store. However, it will be much better if you go online for your fishing requirements.
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From fly fishing lure and weights, to rods and lines, to a variety of other fly fishing equipment, these are all offered in any brand that you might know and with all the discounts and low prices that can be offered to you – great purchases on wholesale fly fishing equipment and products can happen on the internet.
Indeed, as an enthusiast in the game of fishing, you certainly want an endless supply of fishing gears, equipment and other products – you just don’t have the time to go back and forth the local store and make purchases repeatedly.
Buying online and making a wholesale purchase can certainly save you lots of money. Unlike if you are going to buy on a local store, the fishing product that you would be able to buy there definitely has a higher price.
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Going online directly to the manufacturer and purchasing wholesale fly fishing equipment, not only saves you money but also your precious time and energy. You don’t even have to go out to make the purchase; instead place your order online enjoying the convenience of your room. Buying wholesale certainly saves you significant amount of money, as the discount that is given you is almost half of the price if you buy it on the local fishing equipment shop.
Jul
1
Getting Ready and Safe When Ice Fishing
July 1, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Summer is still here, but time quickly flies and before you know it, winter is already around. Indeed, the cold season can actually be conducive for ice fishing. However we must be careful when trying to enjoy the game as we are not 100 percent sure if the ice on the frozen lake is actually safe for ice fishing.
One important ice fishing tip always be careful when around a frozen body of water. Make sure that the ice is thick enough to support your body weight. Generally, if there is new and clear ice, the thickness of the ice must be from 4 to 8 inches in order to provide support to a few numbers of fishers.
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If at the shoreline of the lake or pond, there are cracks that can be seen on the ice, then it is only wise for you to stay away and just postpone your ice fishing session. Other types of ice to avoid are the dark ice, dark snow and honeycomb type of ice. You must be able to identify the ice that is thinner; you know the ice lack thickness if underneath it is running water. Other hazardous places to go ice fishing are bridge abutments and ice areas with protrusions.
Always bring complete ice fishing equipment. Do not forget the augers, the scissors, extra ropes, reliable source of lighting, and of course, your quality ice fishing hook, lines and rods. Quality ice fishing equipment means a much more durable one as fishing in a harsher climate can take extra toll on the equipment.
Jun
26
Smallmouth Bass Fly fishing in St. Louis
June 26, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Fly fishing smallmouth bass (also known by the names Smallmouth, Brownie, and Smallie) is one of the favorite activities regularly done at the St. Louis River. Here is a short (little under 8 minutes) clip of some bass fly fishing activities being done at the river. The Smallmouth bass is a freshwater species belonging to the family of sunfish. This species is definitely one of the most popular game fish sought by most fishermen and anglers in the Americas. Aside from St. Louis River, bass fly fishing can be enjoyed in the most of the Mississippi River basin, Great Lakes and Hudson Bay Basin.
Jun
13
One of the most visited fishing lakes in Northeast Michigan is the Lake Hubbard, recognized as one of the largest inland lakes in this state.
Lake Hubbard is one of the most popular angling and fishing lakes in the US, and vacation paradise for both novice and veteran fisherman. Many resorts are found on the lake area, and one of the more well known is the Lake Hubbard Fishing Resort which offers complete recreational amenities, not just for fishing but other games and sports as well such as golf.
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Lake Hubbard Fishing Resort is proud of the waters it maintains for its angler-visitors. Its part of the lake, just like the whole span of the waters, is full of many different species such as pike, trout, and bass. Surely, game fishers will enjoy long hours of exciting fly fishing here at the fishing resort, ending the angling session with large trophy catch of fish.
As a vacationer, you will certainly find whatever you are looking for in a fishing vacation. Aside from bass or trout fly fishing, you can also enjoy golf or simply ride along the roads that are adjacent to the lake.
During the cold season, the waters at the lake usually get frozen. For those who enjoy winter ice fishing and other sports, going to the Lake Hubbard Fishing Resort during winter time will definitely get the time of the lives.
Jun
9
Spring White Bass Fishing: Such Sheer Enjoyment
June 9, 2008 | Leave a Comment
White bass fishing one of the more popular fishing game, especially among starting anglers. This is because the species is quite easy to catch, more so if you happen to chance upon the right water location, at the right time. Compared to the largemouth bass, the white bass are much smaller and usually weighs at the average of four pounds.
One of the more reliable white bass fishing tips is to do it in the spring season. During this time of the year, the species swim in schools over the tributaries of rivers and other waters meant for spawn runs. Other places where the fish gather are in creeks, small rivers and dam tail water places.
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Other white bass fishing tips is to fish on clear water, and just stay on the same spot even for hours. Clear waters attract white bass and so it is easier for you to spot them. And even if you fish for a long time at the same place, you are surely to have continuous catch of white bass.
Fishing for bass is not only a fun, outdoor water activity; it also serves to train and provide experience to novice fly fishers and anglers as well. White bass are such easy catch – you can either have it for a nice meal, or you can “catch and release of you are only after the sheer enjoyment of the game.
Jun
7
Build Up Your Child’s Interest in Fly Fishing (Without Much of a Try)
June 7, 2008 | Leave a Comment
My friend wants his kid to be an avid fly fisher like him, the boy doesn’t – what is he to do? Basically, don’t force the child to do anything he doesn’t want to – even in your favorite sport of fly fishing. The more you force him, the more that he becomes resistant.
But you believe (who doesn’t) that fly fishing is such a nice, clean recreation to be engaged in, that you feel it’s a must that your child becomes hook on it. Besides, fishing is an art right?
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What’s the least that you can do, without stirring up your kid’s sentiments against learning the game? One thing, whenever you come home from an afternoon fishing session in a nearby local river, make him see your catches, especially if you have some trophy fish to brag about. More often than not, this will tickle his interest, and you will notice his eyes glisten in awe at your marvelous catch.
The river isn’t there solely for fishing. There are lots of other activities that a child can do while on the site. If he is into other interesting stuff, try to ask him if he wants to come along and accompany him while you fish. He can do whatever activity he wants. More often than not, once on the site, he will give some time to observing how you fly fish. He might even be willing to assist you if you need help.
Does your buddy’s kid love to fish like his father? It might help if your friend’s boy is able to persuade your kid to try the game. Your child might be more receptive what people his age has to say. Remember, young kids are generally half-serious, half-play in most of what they do. Words about fly fishing coming from another child can open up your child and trigger his interest on the game.
May
24
You grew up fly fishing and enjoying your childhood experience mainly because of the fun and joy of the game. Now that you have children, you thought it is also right that you get them to have the same fun and excitement that you had in your early years.

Indeed, fly fishing is a fun family recreational activity that a lot of kids love. However, even during their tender age, you must try to help them imbibe the right characters and traits for them to grow up becoming able and competent fishers.
What does a fisherman need to be? One must be patient enough to yield success, and of course he must possess the ability for full concentration. Young as they are, children do not still possess such characteristic. It is imperative that you help them develop these traits if you want your kids not only to excel at this game later on, but find true enjoyment in doing them at the same time.
You yourself know the importance of safety when fishing, and all the more it is a must that safety is observed when children are fishing. Be reminded that above all, safety comes first. It is definitely needed the most in more dangerous waters such as the open seas. In the first place, you should not be bringing them to such vast expanse of the waters. Ponds and streams are the best places to go fishing with your children. The more overwhelming waters such as the wide oceans and swift waters of the rivers are reserved for them once they mature.

It is a must the fly fishing equipment that you provide your kids are excellent products. And likewise, make sure only the safe and quality-tested fishing gears and equipments are used all the time. The proper fishing attire such as waders and boots should be worn. And life vests are certainly a must to assure safety, especially if the kids are out away from the shore. Life vests should be worn at all times during the fishing session.
When bringing along your kids to fish, you try to lead by example. I am sure that during your first fishing trip together, you were so excited to show them how to set the fishing hooks, or set and cast the fly lines. Be a serious teacher and at the same time have some light moments with them. This will help your kids absorb all the things that you are trying to teach them.
May
17
Go for Some Easy Sunfish Fly Fishing
May 17, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Sunfish is one species you should try to catch by fly fishing. Indeed, the fish is quite easy to catch that you need not be an expert fly fisherman. Even the basic fly fishing techniques may be used and you are surely to end an angling afternoon with a great fish catch.
Not Picky on Baits
I suggest sunfish for the beginners than the more popular trout because fishing for the latter is somewhat difficult. The trout species has a very picky attitude when it comes to baits, so you will have to spend some time to learn the different types of insects on the waters that are recommended for successful trout fly fishing.
Luckily, sunfish have simpler taste and not very particular when it comes to food. They will literally eat anything thrown onto the waters. So you practically do not have to exert much effort in perfecting your bait presentation when trying to catch sunfish.
Use Floating Fly for Better Catch

The easiest way to catch sunfish is by using a floating fly (also known as the dry fly). Let if float around the waters and shortly you will see the sunfish sucking it in. This is because of the fish’s habit of catching insects that float on the water surface. They just love doing this.
This Fish Loves Company
Sunfish also enjoy going and swimming in schools and the good new is that they are not easily spooked even when disturbed – the somehow say together no matter what. Therefore, it is great strategy to go after sunfish schools – you may catch one after another and they seem not to notice and still stay together.
Like I said, simple fly fishing techniques are needed to catch a sunfish. So this means those fancy expensive fly fishing equipments are not required. Simple ones will do. Although of course, if you want to be a serious fly fisher, you would want to invest on the expensive, high quality fishing equipments that will last for years and years.