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TROUT Tip – reach cast
We’ve talked about mending and how that can improve your presentation. That happens once your line is already on the water. This week’s video talks about the reach cast, which is essentially a mend in the air. Check it out and give it a try next time you’re out fishing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7YSh-_uKiU&list=PLEXZljM8NmhtGMQuVaaJ9TZq3SZY74R_5&index=78
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Spring is a great time to fish the “bunny hatch”
It's Easter season, so I thought it would be appropriate to mention the “bunny hatch.” No, this isn’t about the eggs that the Easter Bunny leaves. This is about flies that use rabbit or squirrel Zonker strips. Bennett's Lunch Now that I’ve done my best attempt at a pun, let’s talk about patterns. Leeches, Slump…
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Photo of the Week – spring has sprung
Spring has sprung by Justin Carfagnini
Whether it's apparent out your window right now or not, its official, spring is here....and that means fishing season is here. Enjoy this beautiful photo from TU friend, Justin Carfagnini, from the Midwest while you contemplate your next fishing outing.
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TROUT Tip – ready to fish
While not a casting tip, this tip from TU’s Kirk Deeter can help you move from spot to spot with ease and be ready to fish quickly once you arrive. Give it a try next time you’re on the river. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gdi7q77NP3c&list=PLEXZljM8NmhtGMQuVaaJ9TZq3SZY74R_5&index=76
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Photo of the week – taking flight
Photo by FlyLords for Trout Unlimited Our field work season is just about to take off just like this drone that's headed up over rivers in the Great Lakes region to monitor coldwater refugia for trout. Using a drone outfitted with thermal imaging technology allows TU to look for groundwater influences. Knowing where cold…
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TROUT Tips – wind
Casting in the wind is many anglers’ nemesis, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Practice in the wind with these video tips, and you’re sure to have a better day on the water next time it’s windy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_So17hCF5lg&list=PLEXZljM8NmhtGMQuVaaJ9TZq3SZY74R_5&index=79
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TROUT Tip – stop it
Since this is such a common mistake, let’s talk through how to properly finish your cast. It will help ensure the right distance and better accuracy, we promise. Give it a try! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LpVk9csnpms&list=PLEXZljM8NmhtGMQuVaaJ9TZq3SZY74R_5&index=78
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