Are you ready for yet another destination fly fishing trip story from our Fishwest Ambassador Chad Agy? Because we are! Chad actually took over our Instagram while he was on this trip and gave a live feed of his adventures. If you followed that than this is definitely worth a […]
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The team at Fishwest is excited to share this video in a series that spotlights one of our favorite places. Over the years, Smithers BC has served as a starting point for many adventures to the heart of Steelhead Mecca. For those who haven’t caught the steelhead bug, or had […]
Article written by Fishwest Ambassador, Jeff Faulkner. Kids. Kids. Kids. What to do with kids? The majority of us have them in our lives whether they are our own children, siblings, nieces, grandkids, friends, etc. There are kids everywhere. Nowadays it seems most of them are glued to screens […]
Have you met our Fishwest / Jans Fly Fishing Guides? If yes, you already know the pleasure of having a trip with one of the fantastic humans listed below. If you’re looking to create some fun memories by booking a guided fly fishing trip below is a brief biography and […]
Fishwest Ambassador Chad Any does it again! Another amazing entry from his time spent in the jungles. Enjoy this write up on Chad Ady Presents: To Catch A Payara. A three hour flight to Dallas. A four hour layover delay. Another five hours on a plane to Bogota. It’s 2 […]
Welcome to the only “summer school” you actually want to be apart of! Imagine you and your family driving into the emerald mountains in Kamas, UT. Fresh, clean and warm air great you as you step out of your vehicle and make your way into the Fishwest Fly Shop to start […]
In the service industry it is standard to give a tip (a.k.a, gratuity, douceur, perquisite, cumshaw, etc.). We at Fishwest want to ensure we properly educate on this somewhat confusing topic. The confusion lies with anglers that are unsure if they’re supposed to tip or how much. The confusion grows […]
Are you looking for something new to try this summer while in Utah? Whether you are a local or just visiting, Fishwest has something for you! Fly fishing is a rapidly growing hobby and we at Fishwest want to arm you with all the knowledge possible for success in this […]
We all have that one friend in our lives that takes a hobby to the next level. This week we have another destination fly fishing experience from our Fishwest Ambassador, Chad Agy. He traveled to Columbia in search of Pacu! Enjoy his story of “Lord of The Worms.” We […]
This blog of What to Wear: Women’s Spring Edition will introduce some new (and old) clothing options hand picked and used by our staff so that you can be fully prepared for Spring fly fishing anywhere, anytime! For those in some of the more northern states that tend to have […]
In our last few blogs we went over the oddly spooked and invisible Bonefish and the fever inducing Permit. Today, Tarpon! Unlike other saltwater species, Tarpon (a.k.a., the “silver king.”) are voracious and acrobatic. Each jump they make in an attempt to throw your hook sends a shock to your […]
If you’re like me, fly fishing has become a constant search for new areas to fish. Insert Google maps, zooming into the high mountain areas of Utah, Idaho, Colorado and Montana until a body of water or river catches your eye. You begin to look at terrains, elevations, possible trails, […]