| Fly-Fishing -- Basic Techniques and Stream Etiquette |
From "The Outdoor Zone"
episode TOZ-101 |
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Fly-Fishing Techniques In this segment, Outdoor Zone host Jeff Wilson gets a lesson in basic trout-fishing technique and etiquette from Joe Shedlock, instructor with the Orvis School of Fly-Fishing.
- Once you've gotten comfortable with basic fly-casting techniques on the stream, the next areas to concentrate upon are line control and presentation.
- A basic technique with respect to line control is known as mending. Once the line is cast onto the water, the current will begin to carry it downstream (figure A).
- Mending is a means of lifting and flipping the line upstream (figure B). Since the fly is attached to a practically invisible leader, the re-positioned line is less visible to the fish.
- When moving from place to place on the stream -- and particularly when wading (figure C) -- use some stream etiquette and walk slowly and quietly when other anglers are in the area. Moving slowly and quietly will help you avoid disturbing or frightening the fish from the area.
- Avoid crowding other anglers. Keep a good amount of distance between yourself and areas where others are fishing.
- Aside from the 5 basic items (fly, leader, line, reel and rod) following is a list of some other basic equipment you'll want to take with you on the stream:
- A good pair of fishing waders allows you to walk in the shallows of the stream without getting wet. In cold weather, use insulated waders. A safety belt should be worn with waders to help keep water from flooding the waders if you should fall in the stream.
- A fishing vest (figure D) provides you with ample space for storing and organizing the small items you'll need on the stream, including...
- A good selection of flies (figure E) so that you can try enticing the fish with an assortment of lures;
- Replacement leader (figure F);
- Line nippers for cutting leader when changing flies(figure G)
- Hook-removal tool (figure H).
- Dry-fly float and paste;
- Hat with brim for shade;
- Sunglasses;
- Sun-screen.
RESOURCES :
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Fly Fishing
ISBN: 0028629531
Author: Michael D. Shook
Fly Fishing & Fly Tying magazine
The online version of the fly-fishing magazine, Fly Fishing & Fly Tying .
Web site: www.flyfishing-and-flytying.co.uk
The American Museum of Fly Fishing
Web site: www.amff.com
The Complete Book of Fly Fishing
Author: Tom McNally and Tom Beecham
Catch and Release Association
The Catch & Release Association is an organization dedicated to promote the practice of Catch & Release fishing as a Sport, helping insure the future of the sport fishing industry.
Catch and Release Association
Website: www.thecatchandrelease.com/
Catch and Release Foundation
The Catch & Release Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion and preservation of sport fishing throughout North America. The Foundation serves to advise, educate and develop support for the research and management of programs designed to conserve and improve our aquatic resources.
Web site: www.catchandreleasefound.org
Catch and Release Foundation
Website: www.catchandreleasefound.org/
Smithgall Woods Conservation Area
Smithgall Woods Conservation Area
Web site:
www.smithgallwoods.com
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ngeorgia.com/parks/smithgall.html
GUESTS :
Joe Shedlock
Orvis Company
1711 Blue Hills Drive
Roanoke, VA 24012-8613
Tollfree Phone: 888-235-9763
Website: www.orvis.com
Joe Shedlock is an instructor with the Orvis School of Fly-Fishing.
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