We have endured the mandatory shutdowns, self-quarantining and a slew of unanticipated challenges of a global pandemic for a few months now. Since it seems the likelihood of this thing disappearing any time soon is rather slim, I think I…
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Fishing the Busy Waters of the East
I love living in Pennsylvania and its access to year-round trout fishing, but there’s a catch that comes along with it…there are (almost) no secrets. All of Pennsylvania’s prominent waterways, seeming with trout, get hit hard day in and day…
4 Low-Key Bucket List Species
So you’re tired of chasing the same old fish in the local hole and you’re ready to up your fly fishing game? Perfect, we’ve got you covered. Knowing where to go, when to go, and how to fish a certain…
Confessions of a Quarantined Angler: Season Kick-Off
We are at the cusp of week three of stay-home orders and to say we’re struggling is an understatement. If you’re anything like me, time on the river is invaluable and the steps and prep leading up to a new…
Wading Tips for Beginners
If you want to fly fish throughout the year, wading for it isn’t a bad idea. It keeps you connected to the force that holds those finned creatures we love to chase and it keeps you in the outdoors outside…
Three Tips for Trip Planning
If your January was anything like mine, it was filled with equal parts landed vs. lost trout and it felt like an entire year over the course of thirty-one days. Ya, it took forever to get through and there were…
Knot Wisdom
Knots: you either love ‘em or you hate ‘em. If you’re a lover of knots, you must know how to tie them; if you’re the latter, maybe it’s time to sharpen up your skills. Personally, I tend to botch certain…
Mix it Up: 3 Fishing-Ready Cocktails
The fishing can get finicky this time of year. The air temperature is dropping, the fish are getting pickier when it comes to the food they’re willing to chase (or not chase), and the season can really start to slow…
Float Trip Dos and Donts
So you’ve been invited for a day on the water with your new boat buddies, but you’re a total float trip novice? We’ve got your back. If you’re a dedicated wading angler, jumping on a boat and taking on a…
6 Things You Should Check Before Every Cast
Some of the most common instances that something goes wrong while fishing is either right before, or right as you cast. So many wind knots, birds nest tangles, snapped rods and frustrated anglers can be prevented if you just check…