HOW A FLY FISHING ROD WORKS
Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned fly fisherman, understanding how a fly fishing rod works is essential to being successful on the river. Fly fishing rods are comprised of many different pieces, which all work together to cast your line and land your catch. Let’s explore the components of a fly-fishing rod and…
$61,000 For Catching… – Down Fly Adventures
It was a lucrative summer for one fisher who made $61,000 from the Columbia and Snake rivers. Engaging in a program funded by the Bonneville Power Administration, they and hundreds of other anglers in Oregon and Washington earned a bounty on each northern pikeminnow they caught, which are native species that prey on salmon and…
TROUT FISHING AT NIGHT – Down Fly Adventures
Fishing at night can be a rewarding and exciting experience for anglers. Whether you are a seasoned pro or just starting out, the challenge of fishing in the dark brings with it its own unique set of rewards. But to be successful at night fishing, you need to understand how to catch trout under these…
HOW TO FISH WING DAMS DURING COLD WEATHER
On fall days on the upper Mississippi River, Minnesota pro Austin Felix is just winging it. The 2020 Bassmaster Elite Series Rookie of the Year is certainly an easygoing man, but don’t error this for complacency he’s a male with a plan that includes taking advantage of seasonal fish motion by targeting one of the…
WALLEYE PO’BOY WITH ‘FANCY SAUCE’
WALLEYE PO’BOY WITH ‘FANCY SAUCE’ I’ve always held firmly that a sandwich isn’t perfect unless you’re wiping sauce off your face. It should be messy and entertaining; an all-out experience between two pieces of bread. The time-honored Po’boy is the epitome of that sandwich and one of my favorites. 2 eater-sized walleyes filleted and…
When and Where to fish in AZ
Finding the best fishing in Arizona can be easy depending on the type of experience you’re looking for. Great fishing conditions are always prevalent in Arizona’s state parks, and the more you know, the better your chances are of success. Read on to learn what kind of fish you can expect to catch in the…
Different Types Of Fishing Rods
Fishing is a hobby that can be enjoyed by many, but there are a few factors that go into making it successful. One of the most important pieces of equipment is your fishing rod – it’s the tool that helps you cast your line and catch fish! But with so many different types of fishing…
$100,000 Big Bass Bash – Down Fly Adventures
Fishing is a timeless sport that has been around for centuries, and the Big Bass Bash Lake of the Ozark’s April 2023 will be sure to attract some of the best anglers from around the world. The tournament is set to take place in one of Missouri’s most popular destinations, and promises plenty of top-notch…
Cast Out Into the Deep – Sea Fishing Starter Guide
You’ve decided you want to start sea fishing – that’s great! There’s something truly magical about spending a day out on the water, surrounded by nothing but the sun, the sky, and the sea. But before you can cast your line and start reeling in fish, there are a few things you need to know.…
SMOKED TROUT FRITTERS – Down Fly Adventures
SMOKED TROUT FRITTERS Fishing opener and warm spring days always have me itching to fry stuff. Whether it be a great shore lunch after a successful day or digging through the freezer to use up last year’s catch, fried food speaks a universal language of indulgence. 12 ounces smoked trout flaked in small chunks1…
Visit Ketchikan Alaska – Sportfishing and Guiding
If you’re into sportfishing and love a good fight, we guarantee that our king salmon, silver salmon and halibut will duly oblige! Huge runs of salmon migrate from the open ocean into our protected waters. (The abundance of fish and the construction of major salmon canneries is why Ketchikan became known as the “Salmon Capital…
Witness an Underwater Spectacle at the Austin Aqua-Dome”
On Fort View Road, right beside the antique store Uncommon Objects, sits a truly uncommon structure known as Austin Aqua-Dome.The building, as the name implies, is dome-shaped thanks to trends of the 1980s when it was built. Lumps and the wear-and-tear of time dot the gray dome’s exterior, and several ponds and containers for koi…
Winter Flies and The best Ways To Use Them
By David HulseyFlies for effective cold weather fly fishing here in the mountains can differ in size and pattern significantly. Systematic approaches to various stream conditions can also help break the catching code. Frigid cold mornings aren’t usually a good time to be throwing dry flies, that’s for sure. Before my first cast on a…
Here’s why the waves in San Diego are pink, and what we can learn from it
There’s something different about the waves at Torrey Pines State Beach in California: they’re pink, temporarily, of course.The coloring comes from a pink dye that’s part of an experiment to research how small freshwater outflows interact with the surf zone where waves are breaking, said postdoctoral scholar Alex Simpson.Simpson is part of a team made up…