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Beginners: (Those just getting started fly-fishing)

There are a few knots you will
need to know how to tie.
Getting Started DVD: Fly fishing basics of choosing the right fly, fly line, fly rod, fly reel, leader, tippet, etc. for your particular needs and requirements is a step in the right direction towards success on any fly-fishing excursion. The purpose, function and features of each fly-fishing tool, fly rod, fly reel, fly line, flies, waders, etc. , including its construction and material, are thoroughly covered. This “encyclopedia of fly fishing gear” covers the complete spectrum of fly fishing rods, fly reels, backing, fly lines, leaders, tippets, waders, boots, accessories and much more.
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Park that are just getting started may be surprised to learn that catching wild trout in the small streams requires some skills they may have not associated with fly-fishing.

This is a huge brook trout.
Catch a large brook trout like this
and you have a real trophy even
though the fish is just over 11
inches long.
Catch a wild rainbow trout
like this one and you have one
that is slightly above the
average length.
Brook Trout Stream

  1. Hiding and sneaking up on trout the trout is a big part of it. Trout spook very easy.
  1. Being able to get your fly to drift naturally or what anglers call a “drag free drift” in turbulent water with cross currents is necessary.
  2. Casting in small streams that are totally enclosed with tree limbs is another.
  3. Being able to cast a fly a long distance is not one of them. Short, pile, curve, roll and other types of “messed up” cast are necessary.
  4. Having a huge amount of expensive fly gear is not a requirement.
  5. Having inside knowledge of secret fishing holes is not a part of it. Trout are abundant in all of the streams.
  6. Those new to fly-fishing for trout may also be surprised to learn that the trout they are trying to catch are relatively small but that they are either native or wild trout that were born in the streams. The trout are not stocked trout from a hatchery.
  7. Fly-fishing the park is not difficult. Once you get the hang of a few basics techniques, you should be able to catch a few trout.
  8. Never forget that the experience of fly-fishing should be fun, peaceful and relaxing. Being able to enjoy the day should be your first priority.

Fly Fishing Gear You Will Need

Fly Fishing Tips on Purchasing Gear

Copyright 2011 James Marsh

covers the techniques necessary to assemble everything. It begins with basics such as installing fly line backing and fly line on reels, knots connecting backing to the reel, the leader to the fly line, tippet to the leader and the tippet to various types of flies. It to insure viewers that you learn to tie all the knots they may need for almost any fly-fishing situation. The techniques for rigging multiple flies, strike indicators, shock and bite tippets, along with many other specialized rigs used in fly-fishing are also shown in a clear, easy to follow manner.
Installing the Backing
The Nail Knot
The Blood Knot
Improved Clinch Knot
The Loop Knot
Nail Loop Knot
Rapala Loop Knot
Surgeons End Loop
Loop Connection
Shock Leaders
Surgeons Knot
The Uni-Knot
Shocker Knot
Shock Tippets
Wire to Line
Coated Wire to Line
Spider Hitch
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