Do trout bite at night? I can tell you definitively that yes, trout do feed in the dark. Not only can trout be caught at night, but it tends to be big trout that feed more heavily in the dark. Let’s talk a bit about nighttime trout feeding habits and go over some techniques for … Read more
With the increasing popularity of fly fishing, a larger variety of fish species are being targeted on the fly now. Many of them live in weed-heavy environments and require weed-resistant or weed-proof flies. The techniques for tying weedless flies are surprisingly varied, and I covered quite a few below. The bass and pike anglers reading … Read more
“Where can I go trout fishing in Ottawa?”, It’s a common question I hear from anglers new to the area. Unfortunately, most of the waterways in the Ottawa valley are better suited to warmer water species. One can actually find a few trout in Ottawa, although the waterways that hold them are far from prime. … Read more
Fly anglers live for hatches, and cicada hatches are no different. When we get on the river and a large mayfly, caddisfly, or stonefly hatch is going on, we know we’re in for a good day of fishing. There’s some great cicada fly patterns listed further down and I touch on how to tie cicada … Read more
Choosing the right fly line can be a daunting task. Floating/sinking and weight are often the primary considerations in fly line selection and tend to get the most attention. Just as important, is using a fly line designed for the climate you’re fishing. So what is the difference between cold fly lines and tropical fly … Read more
Fly fishing for walleye. It’s not something you hear about that often, but it can be done! There are select few anglers that purposely target walleye while fly fishing (and even fewer that wade for walleye). This is a shame, as these fish (also known as pickerel in some areas) will readily take many fly … Read more
Mooneye are a blast to target on the fly, and it’s a shame they don’t get more attention from fly and spin anglers alike. They’re a hyperactive fish, and are strong fighters. The fight is comparable to a similar-sized smallmouth bass. The fact that Mooneye are hyperactive means that they’re relatively easy to catch, you … Read more
Mice may seem too large a meal for trout, indeed many anglers think of them more as bass prey than trout food. Many trout populations do indeed feed heavily on mice and other small rodents though. Despite trout’s reputation for being picket eaters, they are often quite opportunistic. Large trout occupy a spot relatively high … Read more
Fly fishing for pike and musky is a thrilling experience. The strikes can be savage, the fights explosive, and it can be all over in a matter of seconds. Fly fishing musky also differs greatly from most fly fishing, let me teach you how to target pike by fly fishing Hooking into big esox (genus … Read more
Pike and musky flies are unique in the world of fly fishing. These flies are larger and flashier than many fly anglers are used to. Often, these flies require specialized fly fishing rigs to cast properly. I have personally found the flies below to be very effective while fly fishing pike and musky. The pictures … Read more