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New Fly Rod Owner Needs Advice
Eagleman:
I purchased a new fly rod and lures at LL Bean in Maine last fall. Sales guy was very helpful and I think I have a pretty good set up. I haven't used it yet and am looking forward to trying it out. I want to start practicing at home where I own a two acre lake which we have stocked with catfish, bluegill and some bass. Any pointers from experienced fly fisherman to get me started would be appreciated. My goal is to someday take my father in law fly fishing in Colorado using my Jayco Class C motorhome to get us there and camp by a nice river. I live in southern Illinois so the trout fishing is not an option in my area. I was thinking of catching bluegill out of our lake. Thanks in advance for the words of wisdom.
geodrake:
--- Quote from: Eagleman on March 27, 2012, 10:43:08 AM --- I live in southern Illinois so the trout fishing is not an option in my area.
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Don't be so sure of that. Montauk State Park in Missouri isn't all that far from you and has some pretty good trout fishing.
donn:
I would strongly suggest that you go get some lessons. Fly fishing is a lot of fun, but can be frustrating as heck until you get some knowledge.
Carl L:
Let me pass on one hint. When you are learning to cast, go to a store that sells cheap fishing tackle and buy some really cheap trout flies. Then cut off the barbed part of the hook so that all is left is dull, bent wire. Use those flies like casting plugs to learn with. They will turn the line over in learing back and roll casts without the nuisance and danger of getting a sharp barbed hook in various parts of the landscape or anatomy. (Been there, done that. :( )
Marsha/CA:
I also suggest taking fly fishing lessons. I also fly fish, as well as, tie some limited flies... ;) The best thing you can do is get some great basic training right off the bat. I've had to change some poor techniques because I thought I could teach myself.
BTW, I've caught lots of trout on a fly line; but have to admit, I've not caught bass, bluegill or catfish on one. I'd use my spinning rod for that.
Have fun. Fly fishing is an art and you need to practice...practice...practice.
Marsha~
Marsha~
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