In addition to tools, fly-tying kits include the materials needed to tie the most basic fly patterns. Like any hobby kit, the more you spend, the more material you get.

There you have it three useful, easy-to-tie fly patterns to help you get started. But once you begin tying flies and actually catch a few fish on your own patterns someth ...

A close second would be, “What (or how many) fly patterns do I need to have to be successful most of the time? Those are both valid queries, and ones which reflect the quintessence of fly ...

Talk to local experts, in a fly shop or on the water, and ask them to help you pick a few basic patterns, including some of the hot ones all the locals know will catch fish.” ...

Fly-fishing doesn't have to be expensive. You do not need a lot of gadgets and gear to successfully pursue trout with a fly. Lighten the load and find fun in the simplistic ways of a minimalist ...

Everything you need to know about fly fishing nymphs, including five must-have patterns and the easiest way to catch trout with them.

From setting up a vise to gathering materials, here's everything you need to tie a basic fly ...

Ten eager and energetic individuals joined us this year to experience the allure of fly fishing, fly casting techniques, selection of basic fly patterns, and the proper presentation to entice a ...

Continuing an On The Fly tradition, this month's column is dedicated to holiday gift ideas for the angler(s) in your life. Do you know fly-fishermen who aspire to learn how to tie flies so that ...