In many areas across the US, channel catfish are held in high esteem among anglers.  Some would even claim that catfish rank a close second in popularity behind bass and I believe it.   Few fish have garnered the attention like big channel cats.  Deliciously mild meat coupled with their […]

Fly fishing gets a bad reputation for being complicated, hard to learn and expensive.  I beg to differ.  However, there are some key concepts you must master in order to have the best chance at success.   One of those difficult things to learn is what lines go on a […]

If you’re from a family that loves to fish, I’m willing to bet there is at least one spool of fishing line in your house that is more than a few years old.  My dad is still using a 3,200 yard spool of 4 pound test bought over 20 years […]

There is no denying that the moon has a powerful pull on our earth.  It stabilizes the earth’s wobble as it spins and is the primary source of tidal movements that affect global weather and the lives of most ocean dwellers.   Well, that got me thinking.  If the moon […]

So many people miss out on the thrill of catching kokanee because they hear that you need to troll with downriggers.  Downriggers certainly make the job easier but they are not required for success.   If you want to consistently fill your stringer with kokanee, then I suggest you read […]

There is nothing more satisfying than watching a big rainbow rise to a dry fly tied by your own hands.  Whether you are new to the sport of fly fishing or a seasoned pro, you have probably thought about learning to tie flies.   Before I jumped down the rabbit […]