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So, You Think You Can Fish…

So, You Think You Can Fish… My dad came into my room at about 4 a.m. and told me it was time to go. I was 12 and my youth wanted me to stay in bed, but my future was calling. My dad and my uncle had rented a car to make the 4+ hour …

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Changing Waters

Changing Waters By Tyler Banker     Waders? Yes. Boots? Yes. Rods and reels? Yes. Pack? Yes. Net? Oops, no, where’s my net? You systematically place all your gear in your vehicle (Here are a couple great options for gear storage so you don’t leave anything behind: Yakoda Gear Transport and Cimarro Duffel Bag.) You’ve …

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The Golden (Trout) Rule: A Guide to Fly Fishing Etiquette for the New and Experienced Alike

The Golden (Trout) Rule: A Guide to Fly Fishing Etiquette for the New and Experienced Alike By Chris Opfer If you want to live in a civilized society, people must be civil to each other. “Thanks, Captain Obvious,” you say. We all know this. Yet every day, we see those drivers who cut others off …

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All You Need to Know About Choosing Quality Fly Fishing Wading Gear

All You Need to Know About Choosing Quality Fly Fishing Wading Gear  By Mark Sassi I have been standing in rivers fly fishing for 49 years and have been lucky to experience what a great set of waders has to offer. I also have been very let down by getting to wear waders that would …

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Becoming a Euro Dork

Becoming a Euro Dork When I first picked up a fly rod all those years ago, I could not have imagined there was more to it than plopping down an oversized dry fly and waiting for a fish to feed – or that I’d become a Euro dork, myself. Several years later, I was introduced …

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The Ultimate Guide to the Best Knots for Fly Fishing

The Ultimate Guide to the Best Knots for Fly Fishing By Mark Sassi   Many things need to happen before one can be successful on the river. Proper casting and presentation of your rig along with being able to read the water are a few parts of the equation. The third part is selecting the …

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Picking the Perfect Fly Line for All Types of Fishing

Picking the Perfect Fly Line for All Types of Fishing By Tyler Banker The spring is upon up, and although it doesn’t quite feel that way here in Colorado, soon enough, all of our rivers and reservoirs will be alive with bugs, fish, and of course, anglers. By now, I’m sure you’re planning your first …

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A Guide to Building the Best Fly Fishing Rigs

A Guide to Building the Best Fly Fishing Rigs By Mark Sassi Over recent years, education and technology have elevated productivity in the fly fishing arena. Anglers have more options now related to fly fishing rigs, upping the chances of hooking more fish. You can still keep your setup simple by fishing with just 1 …

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2023 Private Water Dates

2023 Private Water Dates The 2023 fishing season is getting underway after a long winter spell. We at Minturn Anglers are excited to see the cool temps and increased snowpack. The current conditions should make for a great year on the rivers all around Colorado. As for our Front Range private waters, this year should …

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How to Make the Most of Summer Fly Fishing

How to Make the Most of Summer Fly Fishing By Tyler Banker Summer fly fishing is one of our favorite seasons at Minturn Anglers and we wanted to put together a guide to help you make the most of your time on the water this year! The rivers are bigger, the bugs are bigger, the …

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