Fathers are easy to buy for. Think function not symbolism. Forget about the ties, cologne, or socks (unless they are wool socks for the outdoors), Find out what his hobby is and get him something he ...

One of the most important parts of fly fishing is acquiring more fly fishing stuff than you’ll ever need. Flies, fly boxes, packs, vests, rods, reels, boots, jackets, waders… even if you try to keep ...

In theory, fly-fishing is a simple sport: Pick a body of water, choose a fly-fishing rod, select your “fly” (or bait), tie a secure knot, cast your line and, hopefully, land a fish on the other end.

One of the best ways to spend an evening at a lakeside campsite is with a rod in hand, tossing a couple flies toward the ripples bubbling up on the water’s surface. It’s a quiet way to pass the time, ...

The Pros of Fly Fishing in Felt Boots For decades, felt-soled wading boots were considered the best—and usually the only—choice for fishermen. Comfortable enough to wear all day, felt soles can grip ...

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 ...

Sage is mostly known for their fly rods, deservedly so, but they have a history of building and collaborating with some great reel makers and turn out some exceptional reels. If you are in the market ...

Fishing season is just around the corner, and Orvis has all the goodies one could hope for to spend a day (or a few) on the water, including a new Helios fly rod and a new line of sun-protective ...

Anglers without an affection for winter fly fishing are storing their gear away until spring. Other anglers filled with the obsession for angling all year keep frozen boots and ice-crusted waders on ...