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TROUT Tying Tip – Guide’s choice hare’s ear nymph
A go-to for spring fishing, the hare’s ear nymph resembles mayfly nymphs, so as the weather warms, this pattern is a must to have in fly boxes. Get to tying this pattern and you’ll be set for your next fishing adventure. See All Orvis Learning Center Fly Tying Videos
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TROUT Tying Tip – Prince nymph
Another nymph that can save a day of fishing is worth learning to tie; the prince nymph comes in a variety of styles. Dial in tying this pattern to fill your boxes with a few sizes to prepare for spring fishing. See All Orvis Learning Center Fly Tying Videos
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The True Cast – You have a friend in me…
What I value most from a lifetime association with fishing for trout aren’t the fish I’ve caught, nor even the beautiful spots I’ve experienced along the way (although it’s very true that trout seldom live in ugly places). It’s not the photographs nor paintings hanging on the wall nor the books on the shelf. It isn’t the heirloom bamboo rod or the other gear and gizmos. The ultra-chic and forever trendy wardrobe I’ve accumulated over the years—from the plaid…
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TROUT Tying Tip – simple golden stone
Stoneflies are a major food source for trout, especially come spring, and the golden stone is a classic. Use these tips from Orvis to tie some up to prepare. See All Orvis Learning Center Fly Tying Videos
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TROUT Tying Tip – woolly bugger
Another fly you shouldn’t leave home without is the woolly bugger. You can tie in a wide spectrum of colors and sizes, and is a good trout producing streamer in lakes or rivers. So, follow along with this week’s fly tying video from Orvis to master this pattern. See All Orvis Learning Center Fly Fishing Video Lessons
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TROUT Tying tip – pheasant tail
One of the most used fly patterns to mimic numerous variations of mayflies in their nymphal stage, the American Pheasant Tail is a go-to pattern for nearly every angler. Follow along on this fly tying video from Orvis and then get to tying these in various sizes to cover many situations. See All Orvis Learning…
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The True Cast – It’s book season
One of the things I like most about fly fishing is its strong literary tradition. I truly cannot think of another outdoor sport that’s had as many books and stories written about it. I covered many pursuits when I was at Field & Stream and elsewhere—from bass tournaments to hog hunting, goose calling and public…
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