To the uninitiated, choosing the right type of fly fishing line can be rather daunting. Unlike conventional rods and reels, which rely on the weight of the lure or rig to cast effectively, a fly rod ...

In theory, fly-fishing is a simple sport: Pick a body of water, choose a fly-fishing rod, select your “fly” (or bait), tie a secure knot, cast your line and, hopefully, land a fish on the other end.

The trick to getting good at casting isn't a secret, high tech, or ground breaking. it's all about practice, practice, practice. Show up at the park, the pond, your backyard – doesn't matter. Rip a ...

Fly casting is both an art and a skill. Learning to use a fly rod to cast a fly directly to the mouth of a fish requires focus and timing. This is not something learned from reading books; only ...

I grew up on Riverbend Road, a mile and a half away from a trout hatchery that sits next to the Little Lehigh River in Allentown, Pa. As a kid, I enjoyed visiting the hatchery and peering into the ...