Fridays On The Fly: Fly Fishing Saves Lives
"Those first few months after the accident, I was losing the battle. And then I tied my first fly."
It's no secret that fly fishing not only changes lives but s...
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Every Friday we’re bringing you the latest news, reviews, gear, and how-tos from the world of fly fishing.
Fridays on the Fly: Fishing the Rap
“Unbelievable,” I murmured at Charlie as we watched my fly drift lazily through the water, undisturbed.
After several more casts, I stepped aside and gave hi...
Trout Towns: 8 Fly Favorites
What makes a trout town? Does it hinge solely on an area’s proximity to coveted rivers, lakes, and streams? Or is it the confluence of top-notch anglers and a v...
The Brookies Are Back
Thanks to scientists and anglers, brook trout are returning to native streams.
When Cormac McCarthy wrote these words in 2006, he offered a beautiful, powerful...
Fridays on the Fly | 3 Tips for Trout Fishing in High Water
While some anglers may be cursing the high flows at the moment, all of this water is going to make for some excellent spring and early summer trout fishing in our freestone rivers. ...
Fridays on the Fly: Standing In A River Thinking
You turn a corner and you see it: the perfect 100-yard rippling trout run. It flows from a barrel-rolling ripple into a maze of boulders misted with the bouncin...
Fridays on the Fly: A Private River Runs Through It
Resorts and landowners are blocking river access to anglers
Solitude is a good thing when it’s just you, a fly rod, and an Appalachian stream—which may explain...
Fridays on the Fly: Wes Hodges’ Proper Etiquette For Fishing With Guides
Intro by Justin Forrest, words by Wes Hodges
Fishing with a guide in new waters is one of the best ways to learn about an area, catch some fish, and make new f...
Fridays on the Fly: How Two High School Friends Are Changing Fishing
Originally from Charlottesville, Va., Edward Hill and Luke Campbell are changing the way the world books fishing trips.
After miserable experiences trying to b...
Fridays on the Fly: Not Your Average ’92 Ford
Like it or not, if you live an outdoor lifestyle, you have a certain appreciation for a well designed offroad vehicle.
When I first saw this 1992 Ford F150, de...
Fridays on the Fly: The Three River Fly Fishing Festival
If you want to win a fly fishing tournament, don't go with me. Not only was this my first fly fishing tournament, this was my first time ever fly fishing. Hi...
Fridays on the Fly: Explore the Western North Carolina Fly Fishing Trail
Follow the Western North Carolina Fly Fishing Trail for some of the best fly fishing east of the Mississippi River. ...
Fridays on the Fly: 4 Reasons Not to Miss the Orvis Down the Hatch Festival in Asheville, NC
Later this week, Asheville NC will again become the host of one of the largest gatherings of professional fly fishing guides in the nation. The 32nd annual Orvi...
Brews, Bugs, And The Big Screen | F3T Returns To Asheville
In their 12th annual tour, F3T will be stopping in Asheville, NC this year for another epic night of fly fishing, beer and food. Brought to you by Hunter Banks,...
Fridays on the Fly: 5 Guides Share Their Spring Fly Fishing Secrets
We reached out to a few of our favorite local guides to for some tips, tricks and go-to rivers for early Spring fly fishing....