Don't Hang Up That Fly Rod Just Yet!

October 21, 2020 Panfish On The Fly

There are still fishing opportunities for the warm water fly fisher as we get closer to winter. You just need to adjust you tactics!

Many warm-water anglers stop spending time on the water when cooler weather arrives. For some, it is time to transition to the field, and time is spent hunting instead of on the water. Others prefer to fish when the weather is warmer. If you are still craving some quality fishing, don't put away that fly rod just yet. Bluegills and other panfish are always up for a game of tug of war, but you may need to change your tactics a bit to get them to play.

The Riversage Journal

October 1, 2020 Panfish On The Fly

There is a new online fly fishing/wing shooting magazine that has hit the digital news stands. The name of the e-zine is the Riversage Journal. The Riversage Journal is an online periodical dedicated to the Fly Fishing & Wingshooting enthusiast.

Terrestrial Patterns for Panfish

September 22, 2020 Panfish On The Fly

If you have never fished terrestrials for panfish you are missing out on some great topwater fly fishing!

The angler who chases panfish with a fly has a mind-numbing variety of flies to choose from. Traditional dry flies, hair bugs, foam bugs, and poppers will all work if the fish are looking up. As we move into the spring and summer, terrestrial insects become an essential food source on the ponds and small lakes that I fish near home. The shorelines of these bodies of water are buzzing with flying and crawling terrestrial insects and many of them find their way into the water.

Fly Tying Friday - The San Jac Squirrel

September 11, 2020 Panfish On The Fly

The Sam Jac Squirrel is a buggy looking baitfish pattern.

The Sam Jac Squirrel is a buggy little baitfish pattern that I feel could serve double duty as a large nymph as well. I love the fact that the originators of the fly used locally sourced materials for its creation. I have already tied up a few myself, and I can't wait to give them a try on my local waters!

Panfish On The Fly/ Kari Townsdin Print Giveaway

September 5, 2020 Panfish On The Fly

I have partnered with artist Kari Townsdin to bring a special giveaway to the Panfish On The Fly audience!. Kari will be giving away a signed 12"x12" watercolor paper print of “Sunniest” (Value of $60). This fantastic painting really captures the essence of one of my favorite sunfish species, the Pumpkinseed.