06-04-2010, 04:26 AM
Sounds like you are on the right track. Start by putting your flies in general classifications. For example dry flies, nymphs, streamers. Then learn what works best for each place you intend to fish. Remember the depth where the fish are holding is often as important as the fly you are using.
For example...some people do catch fish stripping leech patterns on a dry line at Henrys Lake. This is especially true early in the year when the fish are near the shore line. However later in the year it is almost impossible to catch the bigger ones without going down where the water temps are a little cooler and the food source is prevelant. Then you will need a full sinking type II, III or intermediate line. I happen to prefer the type II for most situations.
We will do everything we can to help you learn this great sport. However, I would recommend getting to know Jimmy at Jimmey's All Season Anglers in IF. He has relatively cheap fly tying classes, casting classes etc...
It really pays off to go buy a few of your supplies at a shop like his because his knowledge and expertice can't be replicated at your local wally world.
Windriver
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For example...some people do catch fish stripping leech patterns on a dry line at Henrys Lake. This is especially true early in the year when the fish are near the shore line. However later in the year it is almost impossible to catch the bigger ones without going down where the water temps are a little cooler and the food source is prevelant. Then you will need a full sinking type II, III or intermediate line. I happen to prefer the type II for most situations.
We will do everything we can to help you learn this great sport. However, I would recommend getting to know Jimmy at Jimmey's All Season Anglers in IF. He has relatively cheap fly tying classes, casting classes etc...
It really pays off to go buy a few of your supplies at a shop like his because his knowledge and expertice can't be replicated at your local wally world.
Windriver
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