Matching the Line to the Mission: A Guide’s Take on Streamer Setups
Streamer success depends on more than the fly. James Garrettson shares how three Cortland lines help anglers match depth, water type, and fishing style on the San Juan.
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Northeast Striped Bass Report - July 4th Weekend
Regional striped bass reports from Long Island Sound, New Jersey, and Massachusetts with seasonal bait notes, fly suggestions, and local fishing conditions.
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When The Wind Blows - Trouble In Paradise
Ellie Reeves shares a stormy Costa Rican jungle fishing story, trading rough tarpon conditions for backwater guapote, snook, and surprise action far from the river mouth.
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Top 10 Fly Fishing Destinations
A curated list of standout fly fishing destinations around the world, from Seychelles GT flats and Baja roosterfish to jungle tarpon, billfish lodges, permit flats, and wild salmon...
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Mako Madness
Nick Curcione breaks down the thrill of targeting mako sharks on fly gear, from chumming and hooksets to the Cortland lines and backing used offshore.
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Arapaima: The Fish of 5000 Casts or More
Armando Giraldo recounts a demanding arapaima trip filled with long casts, tough conditions, and hard-earned success with one of South America’s most powerful jungle fish.
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Virginia Summers: Endless Fishing Opportunities
Remick Smothers explores the summer fly fishing opportunities around Virginia’s Middle Peninsula, from redfish and speckled trout on the flats to freshwater oddballs close to home.
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Calico Bass on the Fly
Nick Curcione breaks down fly fishing for calico bass, covering habitat, current, fly selection, sinking lines, leader setup, and Southern California saltwater tactics.
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Stillwater: Fly Fishing’s Hidden Gem
Stillwater fly fishing opens up overlooked opportunities for trout anglers, with practical insight on fish behavior, gear, fly lines, rigging, and terminal tackle.
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Fishing your Musky Fly
Mark Burns of Urban Fly Co. shares practical retrieve and stripping techniques for fishing predator flies with more intent, control, and conviction.
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Crowley Lake: The Crown Jewel of the Eastern Sierra
Ernie Gulley shares Crowley Lake chironomid fishing tactics, covering seasonal trout movement, depth changes, midge patterns, and stillwater presentation adjustments.
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Navigating the Everglades: Essential Tips for Safety and Communication
Gavin Griffin shares practical Everglades backcountry safety tips, covering communication, navigation, emergency gear, boat prep, and responsible planning.
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