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Recreating the Royal Wulff Fly Out of Metal

Reel of the Week from Clinton Lesh (@leshclinton): https://www.instagram.com/p/DWb-wtoESuU/ "This fly is based of the Royal Wullf fly. Made from mild...

The Drift: The Drought Is Already Awful

You've heard about the drought in the West. You've probably learned the term "snow drought" this year, and you're keenly aware that while most...

NFWF Announces $3.4 Million Grant For Data Modernization

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), along with NOAA Fisheries, has announced a $3.4 million grant that will aid in the modernization of...

Clear Water Pike in South Dakota

South Dakota offers fly anglers a unique opportunity to target northern pike. Here's what you need to tackle this diverse fishery.

Fly Fishing the Black Hills

The Black Hills in South Dakota is a hidden gem in Midwest trout fishing. We cover everything you need to know to fish this region.

How A Wet Winter Still Leaves The West Vulnerable To Drought

The snow drought in the West is still advancing, even though some areas have received ample rainfall this winter.
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How to Tie: Hare’s Ear Nymph

In this week’s “How to Tie” feature, Davie McPhail ties a classic pattern that has brought more trout to hand than possibly any other,...

Conquering The Salty Pond: How to Catch More and Bigger Trout On Pyramid Lake

Pyramid Lake is home to the biggest cutthroat in the world. Learn how to catch more and bigger fish on this legendary fishery.

The Drift: The Forgotten Rod Weight

The 7-weight is overlooked by most anglers, but it might be the most versatile rod weight out there.

Lower Blue River Not Up For Permitting

The Lower Blue River won't face permitting and limited floats yet, although that option may still be on the table.

Steel on Wheels: What a Mobile Steelhead Camp Looks Like in 2026

We built the perfect mobile steelhead camp to follow the fish and stay on the bite. Here's what are setup looks like.