Do Trout eat crayfish?
Trout–especially rainbows, browns, and bulls–relish eating crayfish (aka crawdads) in the rivers and lakes they inhabit. I’ll explain the common species in the U.S. and where to find them.
Do trout eat algae?
Trout are carnivores from the time they hatch through adulthood. While they do eat algae-eating prey animals, trout themselves never consume algae or plant material.
Best Fly Fishing Authors
I read a ton of books about fly fishing, almost always non-fiction. Here’s a list of the absolute top-of-the-line authors I’ve come across, from various generations. Don’t miss this!
Dragonfly Fly Angling
Dragonflies are huge (damselflies less so), and they’re expert aviators that don’t often end up on the water’s surface. But when they do, buckle up. Here’s how to fish dragonfly patterns effectively.
Best Fly Fishing Gloves
I fly fish year-round, even when it’s frigid. I’ve used plenty of different cold-weather fishing gloves, and most were pathetic. A few stood above the rest. Here are the gloves I use for winter weather conditions.
Do Trout Eat Minnows?
Trout eat minnows and other small fish, and in this article I’ll describe which species of trout favor eating fish, and which minnow species are most commonly found in North American rivers and streams.
Fly Fishing For Suckers
Yes, you read that correctly. Suckers are one of my favorite fish to chase with a fly rod. They can attain a big size, are super challenging to catch, and can go on long runs into the depths.
The Best Fly Fishing Vehicles
One of the things I love about fly fishing is the beautiful areas where trout live. Getting the right vehicle is will provide more opportunities to explore remote and rugged wilderness.
The Best Fly Fishing Forceps (and hemostats)
Forceps (and hemostats) are mandatory tools you need to have in your gear when you’re fly fishing. I’ll explain the best ones I’ve found, and the features you’ll want in a good pair.
The Best Flies for Catching Big Brown Trout
I’ll explain to you the most effective flies for catching big brown trout, including sections on dry flies, nymphs, streamers, and wet flies. These patterns are the best of the best.