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al ritt trout

Throw a Curve

We have the right imitation and are using a textbook presentation, but the trout don’t care. What to do? Colorado...

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The Southwest Spring Challenge

From the Pacific Coast to alpine lakes, the Southwest offers a wide variety of springtime fishing opportunities.

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bedraggled emerger fly

Bedraggled Emerger

by Barry Clarke A cracking fishing fly with an interesting hackling technique, both parachute and collar hackle in one. This...

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How to Extend a Hatch

Spotting mature insects on the surface of the water is easy, but you’ll catch more fish if you match the...

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surefire midge

Surefire Midge

One of those simple patterns that never seems to fail. This little black midge with a trailing UV shuck is,...

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The Value of Simplicity

North America is dotted with secluded little streams teeming with trout, make sure to take these overlooked fly-fishing gems.

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