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Anatomy of a Fly Rod
Learn about key components of a fly rod and examine the three standard grips. Remember everyone has a different style of casting and like different rods.
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10 Saltwater Fly Fishing Bucket-List Destinations
Explore these 10 destinations—from the Florida Keys to New Orleans to Cuba—that are among the world’s best for saltwater fly fishing.
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Fly Reels
Learn about different fly reels, including arbor reels. Discover what a fly reel does and the importance of applying pressure with your fingers.
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3 Recipes for Frying Fish
Want to know how to fry fish? Try these recipes for Traditional Fried Fish, Reddened Blackfish, and Crispy Fish with Asian-Inspired Dipping Sauce.
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Freshwater Fishing: Trout
Learn about the popular varieties of freshwater trout, including Atlantic salmon and Pacific salmon, that are great sportfish and taste great.
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10 Tips for Successful Fishing
Fish with an experienced angler, and you can learn a lot about what to do and not do. Here are 10 lessons you can learn from another angler.
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10 Fun Ways to Get Kids Fishing
Here are some tips to help you make every fishing trip a winner for kids—from packing for success to fishing camping and night fishing.
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Freshwater Fishing: Catfish
Discover the four most popular species of catfish, which have grown in popularity as sportfish due to their large size, good taste, and sporting fight.
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Freshwater Fishing: Sunfish
Learn about the sunfish family, which includes the widespread and feisty bluegill, the sporty crappie, and the highly prized largemouth and smallmouth bass.
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Saltwater Fishing Sites
Approach saltwater fishing as you would freshwater — seek access and fish. Pay attention to surroundings and what’s happening beneath the surface.
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Fly Fishing For Dummies Cheat Sheet
Get some great advice for fly fishing: What water temperature is ideal? What's the right weighted fly line and rod for the fish you want?
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Fishing For Dummies Cheat Sheet
Learn about fish and their habitats to be a more successful angler. Prepare by using a chart to help you decide what to bring on your next fishing trip.
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Optimum Water Temperatures for Fly Fishing
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Fly Fishing World Records
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Matching Your Fishing Rod, Lure, and Line
Use this handy chart as a guide to match up the right fishing rod, lure weight, and line size for the right balance.
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The Anatomy of a Fishing Hook
Learn about J hooks and circle hooks—the anatomy of a typical hook, which includes the point, barb, bend, shank, eye, gauge, and finish.
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Tying the Fisherman's Knot
