The Complete Guide to Blue Wing Olives
Blue Wing Olives (BWOs) are arguably the most important mayfly hatch in North America. They emerge in cold, overcast conditions when other insects stay tucked away — which means they bring fish to the surface when nothing else will. The hatch typically begins in early spring as water temperatures climb into the mid-40s. Look for […]
5 Nymph Rigs Every Angler Should Know
Nymphing accounts for the vast majority of a trout’s diet, and learning to fish subsurface is the single biggest leap most anglers can make. Here are five rigs that will cover nearly every situation you’ll face.
Streamer Fishing in High Water
High water scares most anglers off the river. That’s a mistake. Rising, off-color water is when the biggest trout in the system come out to hunt — and a well-fished streamer is the way to find them. Use heavy sink-tip lines and large, articulated patterns in black, olive, or white. Visibility is low, so silhouette […]