The first time I wandered into a fly shop on my own, I had no idea where to begin. I had been fly fishing before, but always on a boat and with the help of a partner or friends. Being alone—and ...

One of the most important parts of fly fishing is acquiring more fly fishing stuff than you’ll ever need. Flies, fly boxes, packs, vests, rods, reels, boots, jackets, waders… even if you try to keep ...

My favorite spots to fly fish offer more than just abundant trout or salmon; I love being surrounded by the majesty of a place, be it the grandeur of the Rockies or the quiet beauty of a Midwestern ...

A busy river access point provides an excellent vantage to survey the vast variety of ways fly fishers manage their gear while wading. There’s old-school vests with wear points on the creases and mini ...

Fly-fishing is as much about preparation as it is patience. The right gear doesn’t just make your time on the water more enjoyable. It also gives you an edge when it counts. From waders that keep you ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Editor’s note: This is part of The Know’s series, Staff Favorites. Each week, we give our opinions on the best that Colorado has to offer for dining, ...

Fly tying and fly fishing master and longtime Boulder resident Archie Kenneth “A.K.” Best died on Aug. 20 in Boulder at 92 years old. The cause of his death was an aortic aneurysm, according to ...

Spring Creek supports dense trout populations and offers year-round fly fishing. Penns Creek features cold water sections and varied terrain for expert anglers. Little Juniata River provides wild ...