I recently went wade fishing with my friend, Steve Ramirez, on the Guadalupe River Tailwater. It looked like the San Juan in July out there that day with most of the usual “spots” already playing…
I recently had someone reach out to say they were looking to get a new reel for their spouse’s beginner combo. While the specific reel question was more unique, I’m asked all of the time…
First let me say that ANY option would be a good start. It really depends on your budget and how much help you think you might need. Private Beginner Fly Fishing Bootcamp -Premium: This is…
What started as the answer to a specific student challenge because of its simplicity has now become a rod/line setup I reach for myself because of its performance.
Done hate me for saying so, but it depends… That’s all too true, but let me see if I can give you a little guidance. I’ll start by offering a few parameters so we know…
Good question. The short answer is that one follows a set curriculum and the other is customized to meet the specific needs of the fly angler. Additional detail follows: BEGINNER PACKAGE: My beginner packages have…
That famous guy over at Orvis, Tom Rosenbauer, has compiled a list of what he considers 12 essential trout flies and I certainly am in no position to disagree with him, nor do I. That…
LINE GEEKERY. PROCEED WITH CAUTION. In preparation for guiding in SW Colorado this summer, I’ve really been putting some lines through their paces. Without belaboring the details, In doing so, I have a new favorite line that I think just might be one of the best all-around lines for the type of fishing we do in TX…and lots of other places, for that matter.
©2022 Cari Ray, The Fisher of Zen I firmly believe that fly fishing within a context of mindfulness practice is immeasurably beneficial for mind, body, & spirit. Sometimes by offering low-hanging fruit like fly casting…
©2022 Cari Ray, The Fisher of Zen I firmly believe that fly fishing within a context of mindfulness practice is immeasurably beneficial for mind, body, & spirit. Sometimes by offering low-hanging fruit like fly casting…
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