Fly fishing is one of the most popular forms of angling on the planet. It is far superior in the way of skills that are required and that means that you will be having a grand time no matter what. A fly fishing vacation is not for everyone. There is something special about this type of thing that not everyone will enjoy. Fly fishing requires so much more that many people do not find it enjoyable to say the least.
That is why there are not a lot of top locations that are specific to fly fishing but there are some and that means a lot of action for the few that will make the trip. Madison Valley River provides a great place for a fly fishing vacation. There are several cabins that are allocated only for the fly fishing parties that come in. The fishing is well above the bar. The trout come running down the river at certain times of the year and you can catch your limit within a few hours’ time.
Yellowstone River makes the best of a fly fishing vacation. This area is one of the best when it comes to fly fishing and people from all over the world fly in for that reason. There is only walking or boating access to the fly fishing vacation areas so that means that you can have a quiet and exciting vacation without all the hassles of the more crowded areas.
South Fork Snake River is a wonderful spot for the fly fishing vacation that you are planning. The main problem is the fact that so many know about it and it can be hard for you to get a spot. The reservations are taken a year ahead of time and they are limited to one week of fishing. This is not a problem because there is some serious action in this area and catching your limit is more than easy. Henry's Lake provides all the best in fly fishing action.
The fish are large in this area so prepare for a fight when one is hooked. There is more than enough room to stay and you can have a cabin for up to one month. Be careful though as the license costs are on the rise in this state. Big Hole lake is probably one of the largest areas to take a fly fishing vacation. There is enough room for a large amount of people and that means that it can get a bit crowded if you go at the wrong time of the year. Early spring is best and offers some great action.
Understanding fly fishing targets on flowing water
When it comes to fly fishing, the jargon can get a bit overwhelming if you let it. Here’s the plain English scoop on some common terms used. Fly fishing is many things to many people. For some, it is a zen like way to interact with nature. For others, it is test of skill in the act of competing with tricky little fish. For yet others, it is a ballet of artistic movements and techniques to obtain the perfect cast for the perfect fly placement that produces the perfect catch. For most, it is just good, clean fun.
Whatever your preference, fly fishing has a definite language you will need to learn. Traditionally, fly fishing takes place on flowing water such as a river or stream. There are variations for lake or ocean destinations, but they represent a minority. Given this fact, following is an explanation of some of the terms associated with traditional fly fishing. A “riffle” is an area with fast moving water broken up over some solid structure, most often rocks.
A rifle can be an excellent location to cast for a number of reasons. The riffle tends to be an area where insects congregate. Where there are insects, there are fish. In particular, try to cast to areas just downstream of blockages as your catch should be residing in such locations. A “pool” is an area where fast flowing water enters a deeper pool of water.
Often found just after riffles, a pool offers little in the way of prospecting in the interior. It does, however, offer excellent prospects in the areas where water flows in. More than a few species of fish feed at such locations as the water flowing into the pool brings food and nutrients with it. “Dead water” refers to an area where there is little or no current.
This tends to occur in odd geographic areas, large rivers or areas with flow problems. Dead water is rarely a good place to fish, so avoid it like the plague. Although not a term per se, vegetation that grows out into the water and shady shoreline locations is often excellent places to fish. These locations offer the combination of shade and nutrients, which are popular with fish.
When referring to shade, it is important to understand that fish are not generally worried about sunburns. Instead, they are worried about dive bombing birds such as Osprey. A fish that cruises along the top of a pool of water in direct sunlight tends to have a very short life span. Obviously, the above represents a small sampling of terminology related to rivers and moving areas. Nonetheless, you will at least know why so many anglers talk about riffles.
Types of fly fishing
There are two types of fly fishing - dry and wet. Wet flies are fished beneath the water surface and are divided into several types, including live wet flies, lures and nymphs. Dry flies float on the water surface and are coated with a substance called, 'floatant' to make this possible. If you are interested in fly fishing and can't decide which equipment you need to have a positive fishing experience, ask an experienced angler for help.
This can be a family member, friend, someone from the local angler's club or a staff member of the local fly fishing shop. Fly fishing is not as hard to learn as it appears to be. Have fun and enjoy that big catch. The best way to enjoy your catch is to take the time to enjoy the many wonders that the fishing experience offers. No matter what that first adventure turns out to be, you can make it amazing by spending some time learning the skills from an experienced fisherman.
Excerpted from the book How To Become A Fly Fishing Pro! by Wings Of Success.
This excerpt has been edited and condensed for clarity.
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