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If you're looking for the perfect fishing trip for dad, well look no further! Any of these destinations below are considered hallowed saltwater fly fishing grounds. From the Caribbean to the Indian Ocean, there are numerous saltwater fly fishing trips that we're certain dad will love!    BelizeSmall, yet one of the most...

The Caribbean remains open for saltwater anglers throughout the Yucatan. Belize and the Bahamas are on the horizon with quickly approaching reopening dates. Rallying a large group of friends or family to travel is tricky at this time. Many single anglers are taking advantage of excellent fishing conditions and taking all the shots...

Streamer fishing isn’t about delicate casts or subtle presentations. It’s about moving water, moving line, and moving big fish. When you’re chucking articulated patterns, sinking lines, and lead-eyed baitfish imitations, your rod has to keep up. The best streamer fly rods combine backbone and feel—delivering power when you need it, but enough touch...

The world of fly fishing floatants has become a huge diluted pool of options. The vast selection will leave anglers with more questions than answers. Can this be used on CDC? Is this one solely a desiccant? What happens to this in the heat? Find answers to all of these and more, along...

Late October and November bring cold mornings and the very real possibility of snow to the Rocky Mountain West. But, that doesn't mean it is time, just yet, to hang up the fly rods. In fact, if you have the desire to get in one more western trout fly fishing trip this season,...

The East Gallatin River forms just to the east of downtown Bozeman and runs its course in a northerly direction to its confluence with the West Gallatin River near Manhattan, Montana. This relatively placid, small stream flows through the Gallatin Valley with limited public access. The East Gallatin is highly regarded throughout Montana's...