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Casting Light On Substance and Style
As we learn fly casting, or any other discipline we learn that there are things we can manipulate and get the same result and things we cannot. In fly casting this is substance and style, or science and art as defined in fly casting, and may seem relative but will make sense as we practically apply them.
April Vokey’s on the Hunt for Secluded Waters
Check out April Vokey in “Discovering New Water”, the latest photo essay in the winter edition of Fly Fusion. Vokey choppers into one of central British Columbia’s most remote and pristine streams in search of bull trout. To see the full photo essay subscribe here or go out and buy a copy on newsstands.
Photographer: Jeremy Koreski
The New Gear is Here
From bags, to tippet holders, to fly rods and reels, 2018 has a ton of new gear for the fly angler. Wondering what to ask for Christmas this year? Put together a list using the latest gear review in Fly Fusion. Subscribe here or find the latest issue on newsstands.
Petitioning for the Thompson River Steelhead
One of Fly Fusion’s regular contributing steelhead authors, Dana Sturn, reached out and asked if we could show some love to the struggling Thompson River steelhead population. Click here to read through the call to action and sign the petition if you’re wanting to help out the dwindling Thompson River steelhead return.
New Film “We Have To Go”
Join Katy Watson and April Vokey as they chase bull trout on a Northern BC fishery with little to no foot access in its upper stretches. Great vid and worth the watch!
The Newest Edition of the Fly Fusion Family
The winter edition of Fly Fusion is set to hit newsstands this week. This issue is chock full of useful tips and techniques. For the gear junkie, the editors tested out nine new fly rods and they provide you with all the information you need in order to make an informed decision on the best new rod for your angling situation. The editors also tested out 2018s newest and hottest gear and have selected their favourites.
For the fly tier, renown fly-fishing author and speaker, Landon Mayer, makes his first appearance in Fly Fusion, discussing quick and effective fly patterns. And for the stillwater angler, expert Brian Chan simplifies the stillwater equation. You’ll find this and far more in the winter issue, so make sure you go out and grab a copy.
Friday Fly By…Richard Pulaski
One of the deepest philosophical questions in fly fishing: Can a fly-angler’s box contain too many Chernobyl patterns. Just in case you fall on the “it’s not possible” side of the debate, here’s the recipe for the juicy looking Beavertail Chernobyl.
Beavertail Chernobyl Recipe:
Hook:Dai-Riki 730, #8
Thread: Uni-Thread, 6/0 yellow
Adhesive: Liquid Krazy Glue, applied to thread base
Underbody: Beavertail Chernobyl tan (River Road Creations cutter)
Underbody: Large black Krystal flash chenille tied only under the middle body segment
Overbody: Beavertail Chernobyl tan (River Road Creations cutter)
Legs: Montana Fly Company Centipede Legs, orange/black
Posts: White polypropylene
A New Steelhead Film with a Challenging Message
Swing Season–The Slowdown is a captivating look at the state of Olympic Peninsula steelhead. The film not only discusses the declining populations, it also encourages fly anglers to be part of a solution. Check it out and see what you can do to become a more responsible steelhead angler.
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