This story, “The Fly Is Up,” appeared in the June 1973 issue of Outdoor Life. The Irish aren’t like other Northern Europeans. Their way of doing things is easy and indirect, and it takes a while to ...

When I first started trout fishing, I was given an invaluable piece of advice: start with dry flies. Talk to any trout angler, and they’ll tell you that fishing with subsurface flies simply catches ...

Fly fishing for trout can be one of the most rewarding and exciting outdoor pursuits there is. It can also be one of the most frustrating. I often hear people who don’t fly fish talk about how ...

If you’ve ever stood on the bank of a river with a fly rod, stared at the water, and wondered, ‘Where the hell do I start?’, you’re not alone. When you’re just getting started trout fishing, even ...

Ireland is one of the most popular sport fishing destinations in Europe and with good reason, too. The country’s massive variety and quality of fishing have given the country an enviable reputation.

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