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explore small water

Getting time out on the water amidst our bustling, busy lives can be somewhat of a struggle for some. Whether you’re a full time college student or working the 9-5 – we all have that fly fishing bug. A yearning to spend more time than we already do out on […]

Fly Fishing Tips Tips and Tricks

Explore the Small Water this Summer

by Vail Valley Anglers Admin
Published August 4, 2017
learning the approach

There’s probably no such thing as a truly ‘easy’ fish, but some fish make themselves easier to catch than others. Some fish hold in obvious spots, while others hold in water that the angler may not think to fish at first glance. Reading the Water Many years ago now, I […]

Fly Fishing Tips Tips and Tricks

Catch the Easy Fish | Approaching Fishing Holes with Purpose

by Vail Valley Anglers Admin
Published July 27, 2017
intro to euro nymphing

European or “Euro” Nymphing is a versatile and extremely effective style of fishing that allows you to fish efficiently. You can achieve the depth required at a faster rate and stay incredibly connected to your flies throughout a drift. Euro Nymphing may sound like a “mystery” because it wasn’t originated […]

Fly Fishing Tips Tips and Tricks

Introduction to Euro Nymphing

by Vail Valley Anglers Admin
Published July 18, 2017
Fly Rod Basics

Are you thinking about buying a new fly rod? Or perhaps just entering the world of fly fishing? Shopping around can lead to a huge variety of fly rods made in different sizes, lengths and rod materials. So why are there so many choices for a fly angler to decipher? […]

Gear Reviews

How to choose a Fly Rod Part 1 | The …

by Vail Valley Anglers Admin
Published July 7, 2017
high water

The major flex of run off has shown its strength and is now beginning to relinquish the high water patterns our rivers have been experiencing. As the volume in our rivers begins to diminish float fishing becomes a special way to fish. The water is at an enjoyable level to […]

Fly Fishing Tips Tips and Tricks

High Water Bugs | How big is too big?

by Vail Valley Anglers Admin
Published June 27, 2017
echo fly rod review

The ECHO rod company has surged ahead with an arsenal of fly rods to cover any fly fishing situation. From sweet little creek rods and heavy backboned beach rods to extended length two handed chuckers. ECHO has designed a fly rod for your casting style and preferred approach. Easy on […]

Gear Reviews

Product Review | Echo Fly Rods

by Vail Valley Anglers Admin
Published June 19, 2017
tailwaters for spring fishing

Break out the size 22’s and 6x, but be prepared for some serious studs. The Vail Valley area is in a perfect central location to get to some of the state’s best tailwaters. To the south/west you’ve got the Frying Pan and Taylor, and to the north/east you have your […]

Colorado Rivers

Tailwater Tour | How to Escape Runoff

by Vail Valley Anglers Admin
Published June 13, 2017
trout in tight quarters

I first came across the term “shoebox lie” in the weekly outdoors column of my hometown newspaper. The authors talked about picking trout out of small lies along the banks and behind small rocks. All anglers know that trout need a break from the current. But let’s think about that […]

Fly Fishing Tips Tips and Tricks

Trout in Tight Quarters | Finding Fish in New Places

by Vail Valley Anglers Admin
Published June 8, 2017

The pursuit of fish defines fishing. Planning a trip for over a year only to arrive and have the complete opposite of your expectation can be a difficult pill to swallow. Spending hundreds or thousands of dollars to earn the ability to chase fish, is what it is. Fishing is […]

Destination and Travel

Lessons from the Everglades

by Vail Valley Anglers Admin
Published May 30, 2017

  The Arkansas River is one of the most popular destination waters to fly fish in Colorado. With a Gold Medal designation there are a lot of reasons why this river receives the attention it does. The Arkansas is great for float fishing and wade fishing, so anglers can explore […]

Colorado Rivers

Arkansas River | May Caddis Hatch

by Vail Valley Anglers Admin
Published May 22, 2017

Meet Natalie: Natalie Bennion (@a_ladys_angle) is first a wife and mother of two – but what caught our attention about Natalie and her online presence was her fishy-ness, her photography and her positivity. In a recent interview she was kind enough to share with us a glimpse into her busy […]

Destination and Travel

Mothers on the Fly | Natalie Bennion

by Vail Valley Anglers Admin
Published May 12, 2017

Like most fly fishermen, most of my experience is in fishing rivers. However, all the FFTUSA events I have competed in have included at least one stillwater session. For this reason, I have had to put a lot of work in to improve my lake game. Here are my thoughts […]

Fly Fishing Tips Tips and Tricks

A Crash Course in Stillwater Tactics

by Vail Valley Anglers Admin
Published May 10, 2017

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