The dust has settled, and I am reflecting on our recent hosted trip to Andros South Lodge in Kemps Bay, Bahamas. The trip ran from February 22nd to March 1st, 2025, with six days of guided fishing. We included extra travel days on the front and back to accommodate flights […]
Destination Travel
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Everyone has their own idea what to pack for a destination fly-fishing adventure. Whether you are going after freshwater or saltwater species, there are a lot of factors to consider. However, if you want to take the guesswork out of your next adventure, please check out the list below that […]
I have to start this blog off with a disclaimer, Fishwest does not currently sell the Women’s Sea Knit Boat Shoe that is apart of this review. BUT that doesn’t mean we can’t get you them. If you are ready for a pair give us a call and we can […]
Fly fishing is as much about the adventure as it is about the tools you bring along. Whether you’re chasing tailing reds in the flats or battling golden dorado in remote waters, the Sage Maverick is a versatile rod that delivers power, precision, and performance across environments. Designed for Versatility […]
Fly fishing is as much about the adventure as it is about the catch. The rush of standing on the bow of a skiff in the heart of the tropical marshes, casting to golden dorado lurking beneath the surface, is something every angler should experience. But with adventure comes challenge, […]
Ever dreamed of casting your line for the powerful Golden Dorado? Let me introduce our latest adventure in partnership with Set Fly Fishing: Golden Dorado Fly Fishing in Corrientes, Argentina. Introduction We’re thrilled to offer you the chance to explore one of the world’s premier fishing destinations: Argentina’s Corrientes region, […]
The hype and anticipation for this adventure to the Bulkley Valley was unlike anything I have ever felt before. Unlike previous adventures, this year’s trip had an aura of electricity surrounding it. This was mainly because the early returns catalogued by the DFO Canada in the Skeena Region showed numbers […]
I am just starting to recover (and dry out) from our most recent hosted trip to the Mexican Yucatan. Despite the weather, I find myself in awe of how great the fishing really was. Last week, I had the opportunity to visit the new, and vastly improved, Tarpon Cay Lodge, […]
Hello, fellow anglers! Brooke Bailey here, Fishwest Fly Shop Manager, with another exciting rod review. This time, I had the pleasure of testing the Winston Air 2 Max Fly Rod, and let me tell you, this rod is hands down amazing. First Impressions The moment I got my hands on […]
Hello, fellow anglers! Brooke Bailey here, Fishwest Fly Shop Manager. I recently had the privilege of testing the brand-new ORVIS Helios D Series Fly Rod, and let me tell you, it’s an experience worth sharing. First Impressions When our Orvis rep, handed me the Helios D Series, I was immediately […]
The team at Fishwest is proud to announce the latest addition to our team of industry partners, we are excited to now offer products from Skwala Fishing, both online and in our flagship retail store, located at the gateway to Utah’s Uinta Mountains in Kamas, Utah. Skwala is proud to […]
Buenos Aires, The Best Mandatory Pit Stop in All of Fly Fishing – Chad Agy An opportunity to explore Buenos Aires is perhaps the most underrated feature of a trip to Argentine Patagonia. In fact, the realities of the travel agenda almost require a sojourn to the big city. All […]