2019 brought a change to my fly gear lineup. I was asked to become a Galvan Reel pro staffer and decided to make the switch. I spent the year fishing the new reels and have to say, I was impressed. I can truly say I enjoyed working them. Whether it was for Maine brookies or […]
As many of you know I started www.maineflyfish.com 20 years ago. I started it because there were little to no resources out there for fly fishermen. Over the years it has become the go to place for fly fishing information around the state. I’ve met people and had opportunities I wouldn’t have had if not […]
I can’t believe we only have 15 days left in September! What does that mean? It means a majority of the places in Maine will be closed to fishing but the good news is there are places left open to fishing by extended season or open year round to fly fisherman! Let’s talk September, most […]
I have noticed over the years that people can cast and catch fish fairly easily but it’s all the little things that can be overwhelming. I think if this sport is to grow, people need to realize that its just as simple as spin fishing. Maybe even easier, well maybe not but it isn’t hard […]
In my series of blogs I want to help give you the basics of fly fishing and make it a little less overwhelming. This blog will be about simplifying leaders for you. Many of my clients are new to fly fishing and find this very confusing. Often times they will fish for different species when […]
We all have seen the pictures on the internet of people with hooks in all parts of their body. In 20 years, I have only had a few clients hook themselves to a point I had to remove it for them. I’ve been lucky and never had to go to the hospital. This year I […]
Today the temperature is supposed to reach almost 100 degrees. Great for those beach goers but not so much for us fishermen. When the days are really hot and the nights are really warm, the water temperatures starts to climb and when the water temperatures start getting closer to 70 degrees it stresses the fish. […]
I want to apologize for the lack of stories and reports , I have been on a 7 day a week guiding run for 7 weeks straight. I want to a quick report. The state is on fire, with all this water fishing is good. Lets start down south. My buddy James who guides has […]
This is the event for me to end the show season and kick off the fishing season! Ill be working the Scott booth, come say Hi and try out some amazing rods! We cordially invite you all to our 15th Annual Fly Fishing Expo on Saturday, March 30th, 2019, 9:00am till 4:00pm here at Eldredge […]
I know myself am going through cabin fever. I am wanting to get out and fish. Lucky we have many shows through out New England that can keep us busy.Here is a small list of my favorites! I will have a booth at Cabela’s on 19th, I’ll be at HMH vises booth at Marlborough on […]
