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Today’s adventure takes us into the backcountry of New Zealand’s North Island with Trout Hunting NZ. Dustin and the crew are out chasing brown trout on cicada flies, but the fish aren’t exactly biting at first. After some serious effort, though, they manage to hook into a couple of stunning browns.

Mar 3, 2025

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Mar 30, 2025

5 Must-Know Tips for Landing Trophy Brown Trout

Mar 30, 2025

If there’s one thing I love, it’s swapping fish stories with anglers who live and breathe the sport. This time, we caught up with Pakito, a seasoned fly fisher from northern Spain who’s spent decades chasing big, selective brown trout. From his early days learning the ropes with dry flies to mastering European nymphing, Pakito has dialed in a system that consistently puts trophy fish in the net. He shared his top tips, his go-to strategies, and a few hard-earned lessons for anyone looking to hook into the brown trout of a lifetime.

Mar 30, 2025

Mar 28, 2025

Streamer Fishing Simplified: Fly Fishing for Beginners

Mar 28, 2025

Streamer fishing can be as simple or as complicated as you want to make it. You can grab your 9-foot 6-weight and a trusty woolly bugger, stroll out to the river, and catch fish. That’s one way to do it. Or you could get all fancy with a sink-tip line, your 1,000 $ spey rod, and all the latest streamers. But here’s the deal: I going to simplify streamer fishing down to something that even a newbie can handle. No need to get overwhelmed—let’s just catch some fish.

Mar 28, 2025

Mar 27, 2025

Where to Find Trout in Cold Weather: A Winter Fly Fishing Guide

Mar 27, 2025

Winter fly fishing can be a grind, but it’s also an awesome time to land some trophy trout, and definitely wanna my favorite times a year to do some wade fishing. When the temperatures drop, you’ll need a bit more patience, but if you know where to look, you can find some great fish. Here’s my guide for finding trout in the winter months from my experience as a fly fishing guide here in Colorado for the last 20 years.

Mar 27, 2025

Mar 26, 2025

How to Tie Micro Dry Flies: Choosing the Right Materials for Strength & Durability

Mar 26, 2025

If you’ve ever tried tying micro dries, you know the struggle—keeping them lightweight without falling apart after a few casts. So, we caught up with Quinn, a master of the craft, to get the lowdown on the secret sauce for durability. Turns out, it’s all about the thread. Not just any thread, but the new wave of “super threads” that let you crank down materials without the bulk. Whether you're trying to whip up an invincible dry fly or just want your ties to last more than a fish or two, Quinn’s got the goods.

Mar 26, 2025

Mar 25, 2025

How Low-Tech Restoration is Reviving the Colorado River: A Nature-Based Solution

Mar 25, 2025

The National Forest Foundation (NFF) is leading the charge in restoring the vital Colorado River through innovative low-tech, nature-based restoration methods. Their efforts are headed by a team of passionate environmental stewards dedicated to improving forest and watershed health, with a special focus on reconnecting streams to their historical floodplains. Supported by the Walton Family Foundation, NFF is pushing forward with techniques like Zuni bowls, Zeedyk structures, and beaver dam analogs, all aimed at letting nature restore itself. These projects are crucial in ensuring the river’s health and sustaining the vital lifeline for millions across the West.

Mar 25, 2025

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Feb 17, 2025

Floating Crabs & Fired-Up Permit in Mexico

Feb 17, 2025

Today’s Fly Life Media Video of the Day comes from Phelps on the Fly, and it’s a wild ride into the world of permit fishing like you’ve never seen before. We follow deaf fly tyer and guide Tommy Haas as he puts his custom floating crab patterns to the test in Mexico’s waters. And let me tell you—these permit are fired up. Multiple topwater eats a day? That’s the dream, and it’s all captured in this high-energy film. If you’ve ever wanted to see permit crushing flies on the surface, this one’s for you.

Feb 17, 2025

Feb 15, 2025

Chasing Giant Trevally on Foot: A Honeymoon Fly Fishing Challenge

Feb 15, 2025

in the Pacific, armed with nothing but fly rods and determination. No boat, no guide—just pure passion and the thrill of chasing one of the ocean's most powerful predators. Get ready for an unforgettable journey as they take on the GT on foot, exploring the shallow marine flats in search of the catch of a lifetime.

Feb 15, 2025

Jan 15, 2025

Fly Fishing Belize: Guided and DIY Adventures on Ambergris Caye Flats

Jan 15, 2025

Today on Fly Life Media's Video of the Day, we're heading to Belize! Join Aldo and his long-time friends—Rob, David, and Mark—as they explore the stunning Ambergris Caye. The crew starts with a guided fly fishing adventure tackling the flats for some incredible permit and bonefish action. Then, they trade the guideboat for golf carts and DIY fish the northern flats at Tranquility Bay. It's a fun and action-packed trip you won’t want to miss!

Jan 15, 2025

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