How-To

Fly Fishing for Bluegill in Utah

Does it feel like the whole world is on fire? Too soon? Definitely not a joking matter, but we can't…

4 years ago

Seducer Popper Tying Tutorial

I recently purchased a pack of poppers and kink shank hooks to tie up some Flymen Fishing Co Surface Seducer…

4 years ago

Summer Alternatives For The Avid Angler

If you reside in the western United States, you already know. This summer is a HOT ONE! Many anglers know…

4 years ago

Preparing for an Alaskan Fly-Fishing Trip

A great short guide preparing for an Alaskan fly-fishing trip. A broad-shouldered rainbow trout tearing flesh off the back of…

4 years ago

How To Tie The Update Gotcha Fly

A note from the Author and Fishwest Ambassador Spencer: "I was not fortunate enough to have the disposable income OR free…

4 years ago

To Fish Or Not To Fish – A Summer Guide to Fly Fishing

If you’re a local, you’ve already experienced a hot summer day in Utah. We “humans” usually retreat to the mountains…

4 years ago

Guide’s Nymph Tying Tutorial

The Guide’s Nymph: a pattern that goes by many different names, can be tied in an infinite variation of colors…

4 years ago

Tips to Improve Your Saltwater Cast

If you’re reading this, you’re probably planning on or considering taking a saltwater trip somewhere, so congratulations! As with any…

4 years ago

Peacock Bass: The Powerful and Merciless Kings of the Amazon

Powerful, handsome, territorial, and ferocious; peacock bass have it all.  While payara became my true love during our fishing trip…

5 years ago

Travel During the Time of Covid

“So you’re like a human smallpox blanket then, huh?” I received all sorts of reactions when telling people about my…

5 years ago