Trout Unlimited and Wisconsin DOT Team Up to Reconnect Sandy Run Creek
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Trout Unlimited and Wisconsin DOT Team Up to Reconnect Sandy Run Creek

Trout Unlimited (TU) has joined forces with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT) and several other agencies to enhance fish passage and flood resilience on Sandy Run Creek, a Class 1 trout stream in Douglas County, Wisconsin. Sandy Run Creek, which feeds into the well-known Bois Brule River, has been facing issues due to an old, perched culvert under Wisconsin Highway 27 that acts as a barrier to upstream fish movement.

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3 Tips for Tying Streamers: Expert Advice from Jordan of The Fly Dungeon
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3 Tips for Tying Streamers: Expert Advice from Jordan of The Fly Dungeon

Meet Jordan, a passionate fly fisherman and streamer tying expert from Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Growing up near legendary waters like the Letort and the Susquehanna River, Jordan’s journey into the world of fly fishing began at an early age. What started as a hobby evolved into a full-blown obsession with tying streamers, especially after a life-changing encounter with a professor who introduced him to the magic of streamer fishing.

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6 Steps to Master the Standard Nymph Rig: Fly Fishing for Beginners
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6 Steps to Master the Standard Nymph Rig: Fly Fishing for Beginners

If you're looking to boost your success on the water, understanding how to get your nymphs down and dirty is absolutely crucial. Did you know that about 90% of a trout's diet consists of underwater insects? That's why mastering nymphing techniques can significantly increase your daily catch rate and keep the stoke up high every time your on the water. The standard nymph rig is a fantastic way to achieve this, and today, I'll guide you through setting it up step by step.

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5 Tips for Catching Golden Trout | Proven Techniques for High Altitude Success
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5 Tips for Catching Golden Trout | Proven Techniques for High Altitude Success

This is a tricky one, because big Golden Trout are so hard to pattern correctly. What I mean when I say that is that they have patterns that are sometimes unpredictable compared to other trout. First of all, they typically live at a high altitude, so their food sources look different than many other trout. They also are heavily effected by the weather at these high altitude lakes, and so they might be in 4 feet of water one day, and 25 feet of water the next! At the end of the day, here are the 5 things that I think will best help anglers catch more Goldens. 

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Trojan Male Trout Introduced to Colorado Streams in Historic Effort to Save Cutthroat Trout
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Trojan Male Trout Introduced to Colorado Streams in Historic Effort to Save Cutthroat Trout

Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is taking a groundbreaking step to save the native cutthroat trout In a couple small streams in middle park Colorado . On September 17, CPW stocked 480 Trojan male brook trout (also known as YY brook trout) into Bobtail and Steelman creeks in Grand County. This innovative technique is designed to eradicate non-native brook trout that have been decimating the cutthroat population for years.

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The Art of Stealth: 5 Tips for Catching Redfish on a Paddleboard
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The Art of Stealth: 5 Tips for Catching Redfish on a Paddleboard

Jordan Blinn talks with us today about how to catch redfish from a stand-up paddleboard. In this interview, he shares five essential tips, from moving slowly on the water to using subtle techniques like pushing off the bottom instead of paddling. His advice is perfect for any anglers looking to up their game on the flats.

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High Sticking and Mending | Fly Fishing for Beginners
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High Sticking and Mending | Fly Fishing for Beginners

Fly fishing has its own lingo, and sometimes it can sound like a different language. Two of the most important terms you need to know are 'high sticking' and 'mending.' These techniques are super important to becoming a successful trout angler. Though they look different, they both serve the same purpose—achieving a drag-free drift, also known as a dead drift

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3 Tips on Rowing from Fly Fishing Guide McKenna Hulslander | Guide Talk
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3 Tips on Rowing from Fly Fishing Guide McKenna Hulslander | Guide Talk

McKenna Hulslander is a passionate fly fishing guide and business owner, combining her love for the backcountry with a strong sense of conservation. Through her work with @outcast_adventures_, McKenna is breaking boundaries in a male-dominated industry, inspiring others—especially women—to embrace the sport. In this interview, she shares her top tips for rowing, her journey as a guide, and the challenges she's faced along the way

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Streamer Rigs: Fly Fishing for Beginners
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Streamer Rigs: Fly Fishing for Beginners

Imagine this: you're at the river, staring at a deep, slow-moving hole that’s practically begging for a big fish. You think of that boy at your local fly shop who always brings up stories about catching trophy trout on streamers. Well, this could be your moment to put his tales to the test and land that big catch yourself! Let’s dive into setting up a simple streamer rig to help you reel in your own trophy trout and have a story of your own tell next time your at that fly shop.

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Fly Fishing & Photography | 3 Tips for Getting Better Shots on the Water with George Daniel
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Fly Fishing & Photography | 3 Tips for Getting Better Shots on the Water with George Daniel

In todays Interview, we chat with George, a fly fishing enthusiast and photographer from Potter County, PA. With a passion for capturing moments both on and off the water, George shares his tips for taking better photos in dynamic fly fishing environments and offers insights into balancing two passions that shape his outdoor experiences.

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Three Tips to Improve Your Fly Fishing Techniques Guide Talk: Hannah Julie Clement
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Three Tips to Improve Your Fly Fishing Techniques Guide Talk: Hannah Julie Clement

In this edition of Guide Talk, we sit down with Hannah Julie Clement, a passionate fly angler and guide based in New Zealand. Known for her expertise on remote rivers and her commitment to sharing the sport, @shes_on_the_fly, Hannah dives into her journey, her favorite fishing spots, and what it’s like to guide in some of the most stunning and untamed landscapes in the world.

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How to Set Up Your Fly Line, Leader, and Tippet: Fly Fishing For Beginners
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How to Set Up Your Fly Line, Leader, and Tippet: Fly Fishing For Beginners

If you’re new to fly fishing and want to rig up your rod quickly and easily, you’ve come to the right place. This guide will walk you through the process of setting up your fly line, leader, and tippet step by step. Understanding these components of rigging and how it all work together, like a piece in a puzzle  will help to make you more successful.

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Flats Conservation in Mexico: BTT Teams Up with Casa Blanca & Playa Blanca Lodges
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Flats Conservation in Mexico: BTT Teams Up with Casa Blanca & Playa Blanca Lodges

Bonefish & Tarpon Trust (BTT) is teaming up with Casa Blanca and Playa Blanca, two of Mexico’s top fly-fishing lodges, to push forward science-based conservation efforts that will benefit the region’s precious flats fishery. The plan? A mix of research projects that will guide future conservation decisions and educational programs to promote proper fish handling.

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Top 3 Most Effective Carp Flies | Fly Fishing for Carp – By Zack Harris
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Top 3 Most Effective Carp Flies | Fly Fishing for Carp – By Zack Harris

When it comes to fly fishing for carp, selecting the right fly is essential for success. Carp can be finicky, but with the right patterns, you’ll increase your chances of landing these powerful fish. Zack Harris, an experienced fly fisherman, has narrowed down his top three carp flies that have consistently proven effective. In this guide, Zack breaks down why these flies work so well and how they can help you up your carp fishing game.

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Against the Odds: The Historic Recovery of the Apache Trout
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Against the Odds: The Historic Recovery of the Apache Trout

More than a century ago, when Arizona marked the western edge of the American frontier, Apache trout and thrived in over 700 miles of rivers and streams. These waters, though vast, are an often-overlooked trout habitat, particularly in a state better known for its deserts than its cold-water fisheries.  Over the years, however, their numbers dwindled due to overfishing, habitat degradation, and the introduction of non-native species.

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