When starting out in the world of fishing, the need for a high-quality, budget-friendly rod applies to both conventional angling and fly fishing. While there will be plenty of other tackle and gear ...

Finding the best beginner fishing rod to meet your angling needs can be challenging. If you don’t know different techniques or understand their demands, and don’t understand your personal preferences ...

The sport of fly fishing grew immensely during the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2020 alone, participation increased by 11 percent, a giant leap over the prior 10 years. And the numbers keep rising. It makes ...

Over the last few years, I’ve noticed a big uptick in beginner fly anglers. My gauge for this is my inbox. Listeners of my podcasts know that I do my best to answer emailed questions, and a huge ...

In theory, fly-fishing is a simple sport: Pick a body of water, choose a fly-fishing rod, select your “fly” (or bait), tie a secure knot, cast your line and, hopefully, land a fish on the other end.

HAMLIN TOWNSHIP, MI – A popular state park with a one-mile stretch of river will host a beginner fishing event this month. Get in on the action from 12:30-3:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 24, at Ludington ...

An all-around trout setup that fishes like a top-of-the-line rod at a friendly price. The lineup offers rods up to an 8 wt for larger fish and even comes in a 10 ft 3 wt for euro nymphing. A ...