Large crayfish in brown trout river

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.

Answering the question: do trout eat algae?

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.

lee wulff author casting dry flies for trout and salmon

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 patterns displayed on fly gear

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.

review of the best fly fishing gloves for winter and cold weather conditions

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.

answering the question: do trout eat minnows?

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.

Fishing for suckers with a fly rod

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.

Article about the best vehicles for fly fishing adventures

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.

fishing forceps and hemostats explained

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.

effective flies for catching big brown trout

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.

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