Nymphs, Streamers, or Dry Flies — You Don't Need to Master All Three | Ep. 188

Nymphs, Streamers, or Dry Flies — You Don't Need to Master All Three | Ep. 188

Starting out in fly fishing is overwhelming. You're told you've got to master all sorts of techniques and tactics, and the second you open Instagram, or read any online content, you're bombarded with new things to try! It feels like, if you're not at least dipping your toe in everything, you're quickly falling behind as an angler. Nothing could be further from the truth. In fact, that mindset is damaging for new anglers. So in today's episode of Untangled, you're going to learn why this isn't the best way to approach things, and some tips for actually leveling up that don't require new gear, or trips to exotic locations. You'll also learn about: * Tips for fishing for grass carp, and carp behavior in general * Fly selection for carp * Tips on casting with indicators, split shot, or other heavy rigs * Tips on tying flies and fishing for stocked trout vs wild trout LINKS FROM THE SHOW Join the VFC Online Community - CHECK IT OUT [https://vfc.media/UT-Audio-Community] QUESTIONS FOR THE SHOW - SUBMIT HERE [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSecOcVnq1CUl5NXdmptPu7QuUR0tsYNrbrD69EURHysnD08kA/viewform?usp=sf_link] #LIVEREELLIFE MOMENT - SUBMIT HERE [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc9baF7fN6eTd9YRKWaRIjRsOnkcL1Ii8i8wtTSV9MxdbH6dw/viewform?usp=sf_link] Get the FREE Field Guide - CHECK IT OUT [https://vfc.media/fieldguide]

The World's Biggest Cutthroat Trout | Fly Fishing Stories #8

The largest cutthroat trout ever officially caught was a 41-pounder back in 1925. Rumors persisted of fish in excess of 60 pounds, but like any good fish, those ones got away before they could be weighed... These giant cutthroat were once thought to be lost forever. By the 1940s, they were gone from the landscape, and our chance to fish for giant, prehistoric fish was basically gone. But that's where this story really starts, and gets all sorts of interesting. In this episode of Untangled's Fly Fishing Stories, you'll learn all about the world's largest cutthroat trout -- how they evolved, how they vanished, and how they made one of the world's most shocking comebacks. LINKS FROM THE SHOW Join the VFC Online Community - CHECK IT OUT [https://vfc.media/UT-Audio-Community] QUESTIONS FOR THE SHOW - SUBMIT HERE [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSecOcVnq1CUl5NXdmptPu7QuUR0tsYNrbrD69EURHysnD08kA/viewform?usp=sf_link] #LIVEREELLIFE MOMENT - SUBMIT HERE [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc9baF7fN6eTd9YRKWaRIjRsOnkcL1Ii8i8wtTSV9MxdbH6dw/viewform?usp=sf_link] Get the FREE Field Guide - CHECK IT OUT [https://vfc.media/fieldguide]

The Summer Dry Flies Trout Love — But Most Anglers Overlook | Ep. 187

Summer is the time for throwing big foam bugs and large droppers, right? Well, yes - but there are a couple of dry flies that get chronically overlooked by anglers - myself included. So today on Untangled, you're going to learn what these flies are, why you should add them to your box, and tips for getting the most out of them when you tie one on. You'll also learn about: * How to adjust your rigs for fishing in lower water * Tips for getting back into the game with fishing dry flies * Why some rods roll cast better with heavier lines LINKS FROM THE SHOW Join the VFC Online Community - CHECK IT OUT [https://vfc.media/UT-Audio-Community] QUESTIONS FOR THE SHOW - SUBMIT HERE [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSecOcVnq1CUl5NXdmptPu7QuUR0tsYNrbrD69EURHysnD08kA/viewform?usp=sf_link] #LIVEREELLIFE MOMENT - SUBMIT HERE [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc9baF7fN6eTd9YRKWaRIjRsOnkcL1Ii8i8wtTSV9MxdbH6dw/viewform?usp=sf_link] Get the FREE Field Guide - CHECK IT OUT [https://vfc.media/fieldguide] ARTICLE - Fishing Ants - CHECK IT OUT [https://www.flyfisherman.com/editorial/ernest-schwiebert-ants/479563] Browse 3-Packs and Tying Kits - CHECK THEM OUT [https://venturesflyco.com/]

4 Quick Tips for Fly Fishing Lakes in Summer | Tip of the Week #13

Lake fishing can be intimidating. Where do you cast? What are you looking for that tells you fish will be in one spot versus another? And do you use the same flies you use on rivers and streams? Well, fishing lakes is A LOT simpler than it appears, and this is actually the best time of year to give it a shot. So today on Untangled, you'll learn four quick tips for getting the most out of your time on stillwater this summer! LINKS FROM THE SHOW Join the VFC Online Community - CHECK IT OUT [https://vfc.media/UT-Audio-Community] QUESTIONS FOR THE SHOW - SUBMIT HERE [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSecOcVnq1CUl5NXdmptPu7QuUR0tsYNrbrD69EURHysnD08kA/viewform?usp=sf_link] #LIVEREELLIFE MOMENT - SUBMIT HERE [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc9baF7fN6eTd9YRKWaRIjRsOnkcL1Ii8i8wtTSV9MxdbH6dw/viewform?usp=sf_link]

Fly Fishing Small Streams In The Heat Of Summer | Ep. 186

It's hard to not fall in love with small streams. They're gorgeous, the fish are generally fairly willing to eat, and they're a GREAT place to escape the crowds for a bit. As summer drags on, though, small streams don't always continue to be this fairytale place to fish. The water levels drop, fish get spooky, and you feel like you're back at square one, looking for a solution to this problem. It boils down to understanding where fish move during the summer, what they're looking to eat, and the best times to be out on the water. Today on Untangled, we'll dive into all of that and more, so you can have success on small streams this summer. You'll also learn about: * The differences in fly rod weights and what they mean for the flies you can throw * How a heavier fly rod can be more effective in fighting fish * Some tips for properly fighting trout to the net * The things to watch out for that you might be doing to inadvertantly spook fish * Why you should try different styles of fishing - ONLY if you want to LINKS FROM THE SHOW Join the VFC Online Community - CHECK IT OUT [https://vfc.media/UT-Audio-Community] QUESTIONS FOR THE SHOW - SUBMIT HERE [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSecOcVnq1CUl5NXdmptPu7QuUR0tsYNrbrD69EURHysnD08kA/viewform?usp=sf_link] #LIVEREELLIFE MOMENT - SUBMIT HERE [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc9baF7fN6eTd9YRKWaRIjRsOnkcL1Ii8i8wtTSV9MxdbH6dw/viewform?usp=sf_link] Get the FREE Field Guide - CHECK IT OUT [https://vfc.media/fieldguide]