In the beginning of your fly fishing journey, the most common concept of fly fishing is floating a "bug"-like fly on the top of the water to induce a fish to strike. The fly is supposed to represent a ...

Tying flies has long been one of my favorite winter activities. I derive much pleasure from crafting a supply of the many fly patterns needed to restock my fly boxes for the upcoming trout season.

Mayflies thrive in the fertile waters around Vail. Mayflies are quiet, unobtrusive insects that hatch and sail away out of sight. Unlike the clownish bouncing of the caddis moths or the spectacular ...