Sunday’s Classic / DIY Bug Sampling Net for 2 Bucks

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Man, I love my $2 paint strainer from Home Depot. I'm a big believer in aquatic bug sampling on the water. It has saved the day for me guiding numerous times. Eighteen years ago, Angling Designs won a tackle dealer show award for its "Quick...



Sunday’s Classic / 3 C’s of Trout Fishing

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Here’s the Million Dollar Trout Fishing Question…. Are you putting enough emphasis on the 3 C’s in your trout fishing? The availability of Current, Cover and Cuisine most often dictate where trout decide to set up shop. Being able to consistently pick them out will ultimately...



Fly Fishing: Don’t Overlook The Trout Water Close To You

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When you fish your home waters day after day you get pretty good at knowing where the trout like to hang out. But if you let your big ego convince you into thinking you know it all, that's when the fish will put you in...



Relax, Read the Water and Believe

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Sometimes, wanting too much can get you in trouble on the water. If you set your goals too high and lose sight of the real reason you're out there in the first place (to be blessed with catching a few fish and relaxing), before...



Sunday Classic / The Streamer Game

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Streamer fishing is addictive. It's almost become a cliche, but it's true. Guys get into it and hardly want to do anything else. I'm kinda one of those guys. I do lots of kinds of fishing, but if I'm out for trout and there's nothing...