FlyGal April Vokey

April is a world renowned columnist, fly fishing guide and instructor who lives in Chilliwack, B.C., where she spends most of her days on the local rivers hunting wild steelhead with her Spey rod. When not guiding or chasing steel, April travels around the world to host schools and retreats. So, whether you're a complete beginner or seasoned veteran looking to learn new techniques or different viewpoints, April is your answer. Eat your heart out Allen Iverson; you're not the "Answer".

Feenstra's Guide Service

Headed to Michigan? Are you looking for that monster trout, steelhead, smallmouth bass, or salmon on the Muskegon? Kevin Feenstra and his talented crew of guides will navigate the Michigan streams and rivers, helping you land your own personal Moby Dick. Do you like to swing monster steamers with Spey rods (to steelhead)? Swing for "CHROME" with one of the Masters. Be sure to check out his great site it is full of useful information.

Michigan Fly Fishing Ventures

Are you after steelhead, trout, bass, or salmon? If it swims, Jeff pursues it. One of Masters on the waters of the Great Lakes, Jeff Bacon, is a long time fly angler, guide, and friend. I refer to him as the MacGyver of the river. He employs his resourcefulness and knowledge of angling, physics, technology and outdoorsmanship to resolve what are often angling crises'. In fact, he can spontaneously create a bend in the rod using simple items and making minor adjustments to your tackle. Check out his site. WOW!

Landon Mayer

Landon is a fly fishing guide in the Colorado Springs, Colorado area, calling the South Platte River his home water. He has been guiding on these waters with great success for many years. Passion and love for the sport of fly fishing is what motivates Landon. His success in catching trophy trout is fueled by an addiction of pursuing these monsters with small flies and lightweight fly equipment. Landon also displays enthusiasm for teaching and demonstrating his techniques and knowledge to fellow anglers.

Tommy Lynch

This website is hosted by fly fishing guide, guru, friend, and Pere Marquette enthusiast, Tommy Lynch (aka The Fish Whisperer). He provides fly fishing reports, fly-fishing photos and videos, and various articles written by him, both recent and old. Tommy lives and guides in the heart of the Century Circle of Michigan’s Trout and Steelhead filled corridor in Northwest Lower Michigan. Other notable streams in this area that he has a vast knowledge of are the Manistee, White, and Grand Rivers.

Hawkins Outfitters

Hawkins Outfitters is an Orvis Endorsed operation which specializes in the pursuit of trout, steelhead, salmon, smallmouth and carp on the fly. The extraordinary crew of guides (Chuck Hawkins, Jon Ray, Tommy Lynch, Ed McCoy, and Russ Maddin) practice strictly catch and release fishing on the Manistee, Pere Marquette, Muskegon and Ausable rivers in northern lower Michigan. In addition, they fish and guide some of the smaller, less frequented Great Lakes inshore fisheries (including Grand Traverse Bay).

Garlock Guide Service

Spend your day on the water with one of the best, Nick G.. Nick grew up as a neighbor to one of the most influential names in the history of American fly fishing, Carl Richards (if you're not sure who Carl is be sure to research the name). This apprenticeship molded Nick into a chiselled fly fishing specimen who won't stop until the fish is to the net. Sure he fishes for steelhead, salmon, and trout; but, don't let him fool you, he also fishes for gar, carp, smallmouth, and any other rough species ; )

Fly Cast Charters

Capt. David Edens is the Coast Guard licensed captain of Fly Cast Charters. Dave has been an avid fisherman of both coastal and inland waters for much of his life, casting his line in waters from the wilds of Alaska to the salt marshes of the Golden Isles. In addition to fishing the inland waters, grass flats, creeks and cuts of the Golden Isles, your charter includes the opportunity to improve your casting skills; he is a Federation of Fly Fisher’s Certified Instructor. Join Dave for a day on the water, if you're in the area.

Troutfishers Guide Service

Troutfishers Guide Service is a professional, licensed and insured fishing guide service based in Kingsport, Tennessee. They fish the rivers and streams of East Tennessee, Western North Carolina, and Southwestern Virginia. Eastern Tennessee is home to some of the finest trout rivers you will ever fly fish; the South Holston River, Watauga River, Holston River, Nolichucky River, you name it. Join Randy and the crew for a relaxing day of battle with the species of your choice- trout, smallmouth bass, or musky.

Mountain Sports, Ltd. Guide Service

Patrick Fulkrod of Mountain Sports, Ltd. offers guided fly fishing trips to popular regional fly fishing spots near the Tri-Cities, such as the South Holston and Watauga Rivers, and White Top Laurel, Tennessee Laurel and Beaver Dam Creeks. Patrick is an Orvis Endorsed fly fishing guide and manager of the fly fishing department at MSL. Join him for a quality day on the water. All guided fly fishing trips will be tailored to all levels of fly fishing experience.

Barrett's Guide Service

Barrett’s Guide Service offers the most exciting fly fishing adventures to fly anglers including international, domestic, remote, private and public waters. You can choose from a drift boat or wade trip on waters that offer some of the finest trout and salmon fishing around. They teach single hand fly casting, spey casting, rowing, fly tying and water presentation. Barrett's Guide Service is one of the options we use for float trips to the South Holston and Watauga rivers in Tennessee.

Outfitters North

So, do you want to experience the legendary Pere Marquette or Muskegon rivers in Michigan? You've heard the stories, you've seen the pictures and now you're ready. One last question, would you show up to a gun fight with a knife? I would hope not. You'll be needing a little assistance and Jeff Hubbard is your sharpshooter on the rivers of western Michigan. Swinging streamers and indicator nymphing are his techniques of choice.

Simon Wilkinson Guide Service - New Zealand

Does anyone like to sight fish to large browns and rainbows in gin clear water? We do. Simon specializes in sight fishing for trout utilizing 4wd vehicles and helicopters (and occasionally jet boats and rafts) to access some of New Zealand's most remote wilderness trout fishing rivers. The trout that are to be found in these pristine and amazingly scenic areas can be GIANT. Check out Simon's website and be sure to watch the video of the 29lb. rainbow he managed to bring to his feet. Simply AMAZING!

Alba Game Fishing - Scotland

Alba Game Fishing specializes in providing quality fly fishing vacations in Scotland. Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Guide, Stewart Collingswood, provides the largest luxury fly fishing guiding business in Scotland; specializing in fly fishing on magnificent remote and exclusive locations throughout Scotland. Fish the River Dee, River Spey, River Tay, River Teith and many others for trout, grayling, sea run brown trout, and atlantic salmon. Scotland is the home of fly fishing and is, therefore, steeped in tradition and heritage.

Mossy Creek Fly Fishing

Good friends of mine, Brian & Colby Trow operate Mossy Creek Fly Fishing in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Their full service fly fishing shop provides the fly fishing community with Orvis Endorsed fly fishing schools, fly tying clinics, a top-notch guide service, and an all around exciting fly fishing atmosphere. Stop by and check out one of the few Platinum Orvis Dealerships in the Southeast (along with Casters Fly Shop). Tell them Master Eggi Juan Kenobi sent you ; )

CarolinaBonefishing.com

Carolina Bonefishing, with Captain Paul Rose, is a professional (fly fishing only) guide service which started a few years ago as a way to introduce carpin' on the fly to eager fly anglers. What started as a small group of both fresh and salt water longrodders, has quickly grown to a large group of carp addicts. There are many exciting fly fishing opportunities that exist in close proximity to Charlotte, NC in the Catawba River chain lakes and surrounding waters. Join Paul for a day of sightfishing to the wariest of all.

Captain Scott Owens

St. Simons Island, Sea Island, Jekyll Island, and Cumberland Island make up what is known as "The Golden Isles". Fishing around St. Simons Island and the entire coast of Georgia is world class. Most people don’t think of Jekyll Island as a fishing destination but more of a beach and golf retreat. Well, Captain Owens is there to show you different. Cumberland Island fishing provides vast backwater bays and flats which are home to everything from large schools of redfish to tarpon.

Matt Zudweg's Carvedfish.com

Have you been searching for a hand crafted vintage sign or piece of furniture for that mountain fishing cottage? Or a handcrafted vintage sign to help promote your business? Look no further. Matt Zudweg is one of the few craftsman that specializes in hand crafted, hand lettered, one of a kind antiqued signs and furniture. Check out his bitchin' website and you'll also find that Matt is one of the warriors (or guides) on the Mighty Muskegon river. "Warriors! Come out to plaaaayyyyyyyyyyyy".

Riverbound X-Stream Fly Fishing

Jake and crew seek to promote their resources as quality fly fishing destinations for all those who would like to share the vision of unspoiled places, magnificent fish, and good company. All this without the burden of time, money and travel associated with exotic trips. All fishing is flyfishing only, and catch and release with barbless hooks. Book your excursion with Casters Fly Shop Orvis Endorsed Guide Service to experience the vision.

Rose River Farm

Visit Rose River Farm! Fly fishing for trout is great anywhere but when you can do it in the majesty of the Syria Valley you really have something special. Looking out at Old Rag Mountain, Double Top Mountain and the National Forest you will fish for trout as President Hoover did 75 years ago. Make sure you bring your watch-- it's easy to lose track of time. There will be a number of Orvis Endorsed fly fishing schools held at RRF in 2009.

River's Way

River's Way is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization dedicated to "providing opportunities for youth of all abilities to grow through outdoor adventure programming". They are located in northeast Tennessee between Bluff City and Bristol along the banks of the beautiful South Holston River. The River's Way facility includes 30 acres of riverfront property, challenge courses, and a wonderful lodge perfect for retreats and get togethers for family and friends.

WNC Fly Fishing Trail

The Western North Carolina Fly Fishing Trail, situated in Jackson County, features some of the best trout waters in the Great Smoky Mountains. The trail takes you to 15 excellent spots for catching brook, brown and rainbow trout. Whether you seek quantity or size, open waters or small streams, the WNC Fly Fishing Trail has it all. Complimentary maps and lodging details are available by contacting the Jackson County Tourism Authority. Fish the Map!

Bent Rod Media

Bent Rod Media is a group of anglers/buddies dedicated to the production of outdoor documentaries with an emphasis on Fly Fishing Entertainment. They have evolved from amateur film makers to the East Coasts answer to the explosion of fly fishing film makers which are primarily based in the West. It all began as a hobby, and now BRM is on their way to becoming a Professional Fly Fishing Film Company. Follow (and drink a few brews with) them as they journey across the world to satisfy the addiction.

Fly Fish Tennessee

The Fly Fish Tennessee site is a great resource for those of you who enjoy to travel to Tennessee to fly fish. Kris, Doug, Clay, and Brett reveal some of their favorite waters but also provide a blog, their favorite links, and a great selection of fish porn. The site is worth a visit (or 10) for the information in the Water section alone. You'll find info on TVA generation schedules, recommended gear, regulations, hatches, and access sites. Give 'em a shout if you have any questions.

She Loves Fly Fishing

Fly Fishing from a Woman's Perspective. She Loves Fly Fishing has a passionate goal; to get you on the water - with confidence! What do women bring to fly-fishing? Grace, style, finesse, fun, sexiness, skill, and that feminine touch that makes a once male dominated sport a new way to dance with nature. Now women everywhere are embracing one of the most beautiful pastimes on the planet. Visit the SLFF website.

Bent Rod Media Blog- Midgets and Monkeys are Welcome

Be prepared for some BRM. "Are you staring at my rad gear...I thought so., Bamboozelers and Fools, Books and Stuff, Day Off, Dehydration, Duke Power, Excel is a soul-crushing whore, Feesh Bait, Fishing Implements, Fly Fishing Bronze, Fly Fishing East Tennessee, Fly Fishing Film, Fly Fishing West Virginia, Fly Tying Fun With Bent Rod...Only Safety Scissors Allowed, Friends Who Owe Us Flies, Georgia Georgia Georgia, NC Freestoners, NC/TN Tailwaters..."

Lefty Kreh

An active outdoor writer for more than 45 years, Lefty has written for almost every major outdoor magazine in the country, and many abroad. He has been given the prestigious "Lifetime Achievement Award" by the American Sportfishing Association, has been honored with the "Lifetime Contribution Award" by the North American Fly Tackle Trade Association and is also in the Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame. In 1997 he was named "Angler of the Year" by Fly Rod and Reel Magazine.

The Orvis Company

Need we say more. The first and foremost in fly fishing. The Orvis Company has provided the sporting community, particularly fly fisherman, with all the necessary tools to be famous on the water (at least in their own minds) for over 150 years. Do you like great products, and the best customer service anywhere? Browse the Orvis website and let us know, at Casters Fly Shop, what you need us to order. At Casters, we offer free standard shipping on all Orvis orders in the lower 48 states.

Hardy, Alnwick

All over the globe, there are people who love to fish and in the universal language of the sport, one name reigns supreme - that of Hardy. For well over a century (since 1872), Hardy has been renowned as the manufacturer of the finest game fishing tackle in the world - the name is synonymous with quality and excellence. Such reputations are not acquired easily, but it has never faltered throughout the Company's long history. Check out their fine products, especially those still manufactured by English hands.

Streamers Fly Fishing Outfitters

The one and only Matt Erny has created this site for your fly and fly tying enjoyment. It is the site formally known as Day5flies.com. Matt provides the discriminating fly angler with many original fly patterns, like the Spidergrub and Bugeyed Frog. Be sure to check out his vast selection of streamers, some of which are tied on Jig Hooks. Matt is also one of the honorable tyers in Fly Tyers of the World section of the Casters Online Store.

HMH Fly Tying Vises

HMH vises have been satisfying the needs of professional, production, and amateur fly tyers for more than thirty years. Their vises are precision machined of stainless and tool steels with machined brass fittings. Each vise is hand fit and tuned for optimum performance. HMH doesn't go in for a lot of the frills that you see on many vises today. They prefer you to spend your money on a simple, solid, and fast tool with great jaws, that will last a lifetime. HMH vises are guaranteed for life.

Eumer Pro Fishing Accessories

At Eumer, it's all about the river. Nestled on the west coast of Finland, the Merikarvia river is a source of livelihood, research, electricity, and pleasure. Today, Eumer continues the traditions that fly fisherman have enjoyed for decades. Eumer is one of the largest tube fly companies in the world. Their bold innovations have brought forth a complete line of fly fishing components, and they are revolutionizing the fly fishing world as we know it.

Montana Fly Company

Montana Fly Company provides new and innovative flies to anglers on a continual basis. That being said, new, innovative flies are often only limited by new fly tying materials. Montana Fly Company is constantly searching the globe to find and develop new fly tying materials so the fly creation process can continue. You can also get the same MFC quality you have come to expect in their tools and accessories. They offer everything from forceps and tying tools, to strike indicators and tin split shot.

CS Gibbs FishwaterMaps

These maps of rivers and streams in the southeast measure 11 x 17 inches and are printed on waterproof, tear resistant synthetic paper. They are finely crafted, highly graphic and completely functional. Each map features a hatch chart and recommended fly selection as well as other important information about the river and area. They also feature photographs of the river, and information to help you local food and lodging.

Nets That Honor The Fish

Imagine a hook being set in your mouth, while a tremendous amount of tension is being applied at the other end. You attempt to escape, dodge to your favorite nook, only to be strong-armed back out into the open. You soon find yourself being pulled towards the surface, towards a place you don't want to go; finally your scooped up by a Tempurpedic envelope. You notice the magnificant wood, the lushness of the material surrounding your delicate slime. Wow you say to yourself, this ain't so bad.

Brittain's Wildlife Studio

Mike Brittain has been performing taxidermy for local customers in the Hickory, NC area since the age of 18 and has developed a reputation for performing some of the best taxidermy available. Mike has been a member of the NC Taxidermy Association for many years, having attended and successfully competed in various taxidermy competitions. He won his first award in 1992. Mike knows what your trophy means to you and he wants to ensure your trophy is there for you to enjoy for years to come.

BoogleBug

The mission at Booglebug® is twofold. 1. To provide you with the finest popping bugs on the market to maximize your warmwater fishing experience and 2. to enable skilled but disadvantaged craftspeople to profitably produce high quality products utilizing their traditional handcrafting expertise. BoogleBug® \büg´-?l -b?g\ n 1: a very attractive, most durable bass bug or panfish bug used by knowledgeable warmwater fly fishing anglers to provoke aggressive topwater feeding by their finned adversaries.

WestWater Products

WestWater Products was spawned from time spent on the water and in the field. Reaching far beyond the end product of catching fish or bagging birds, there is something about the surroundings, the memories, and even the smells of these experiences that make them extraordinary. Those at WestWater Products are passionate about the outdoors and are committed to making unique, and inspiring products that reflect the beauty of nature and the sports we love.

BUFF®

Buff® is the brand of innovative, and multi-functional garments that will keep off the sun, wind or cold, and even insects. The brand’s success consists of having created a product that didn’t exist before 1992, which meets a significant need among outdoor activity practitioners who are seeking functionality, quality, and design. Our best known piece is the original, multi-functional, seamless, tubular headgear that, because of its high quality, means you can perform any activity in total freedom and comfort.

Canvasfish.com

As a professional artist, Derek DeYoung spends a considerable amount of his time in his studio, paint brush in hand, or else he is on the water, researching the primary subject of his paintings - fish. His paintings are contemporary, placing more emphasis on using a unique style and palette rather than painting a fish to look photo realistic. Visit Derek's website to view his gallery, and entertain the thought of adorning one of your walls with his rad paintings- Tell 'em Dave sent ya'.

Angler Sport Group

Angler Sport Group is a leading seller of quality fly fishing tackle. Their name brands are instantly recognized by SERIOUS ANGLERS everywhere. When you browse their web site, you will find products you want, need or are already using. ASG's specialty is terminal tackle and accessories; Daiichi® fly hooks, fly boxes and utility boxes (including the famous Richard Wheatley brand), Dinsmores split-shot, Serious Angler strike indicators, and many other accessory items.

Hatches Magazine

Hatches Magazine is a brand new publication with a strong devotion to professional writing, beautiful photography and informative articles pertaining to both the artistic and practical aspects of fly tying. When I first saw one of these I thought, "oh great, another one of those fancy $15.00 magazines". I sure was wrong. It is an awesomely fancy magazine at $7.00. Be sure to check one out, the premier issue was "off the hook" (no pun intended).

Float Master Strike Indicators

Some call them "bobbers", some call them "indicators", some call them other things. Regardless of what you call or think of this tool, it is functional when fished properly. Steven developed Float Master Strike Indicators due to the frustration that many of todays indicators presented. As he proclaims, "necessity is the mother of invention". Now, anglers have durable, reusable strike indicators that stay on the line and can be easily adjusted to different depths. Made in the USA. Check them out at Casters Fly Shop.

TroutBeads.com

Eggs are one of the most nutrient rich food sources available to freshwater fish; they are packed full of protein and carbohydrates. Therefore, it is very important to "match the hatch" when you are fishing areas where eggs are evident, just as you would "match the hatch" when the PMD's are popping off like popcorn. The TroutBeads selection of fishing beads accurately matches the numerous colors of fish eggs found in the wild. Made in the USA. We proudly sell TroutBeads at Casters.

Hareline Dubbin, Inc.

Hareline Dubbin was founded in 1981 by Bob and Nelda Borden. It has grown from the kitchen stove top with 12 colors of dubbing to a 15,000 square foot facility, with thousands of fly tying products ready to deliver. The staff of Hareline Dubbin does thier best to provide their dealers the best quality fly tying products and quickest delivery in the fly fishing industry. Casters Fly Shop in North Carolina is a full line Hareline dealer. We will order it if we don't have it! No standard shipping charge.

Wapsi Fly

Established in 1945, Wapsi is the world's largest wholesale distributor of fly tying materials and fly fishing products (like Angler's Image). It is a good bet that every fly made in production today has at least one material that originated at Wapsi. Wapsi products are sold exclusively through retail fly shops, distributed by a worldwide network of wholesale distributors, and used for production fly tying in every major fly factory throughout the world; Kenya, Sri Lanka, Thialand. Casters Fly Shop is a full line Wapsi dealer.

Spirit River, Inc.

Since their birth in 1990, Spirit River, Inc. has been striving to fulfill the needs of fly anglers and fly tiers alike. The Spirit River staff works diligently to provide high quality, exciting and innovative materials and products. They want to make a difference at the fly tying bench. The Spirit River website was created as a window into the fly tying world so we can see the latest (and greatest) fly tying and fly fishing items! Please note that Spirit River is a wholesale company who sells only through authorized dealers.

UNI Products

In 1989, Mr. Jean-Guy Côté founded UNI Products J.G. Côté Inc. out of the need for better products to tie his flies. The line has grown each year since and UNI now offers over 27 different products (UNI-Thread, UNI-Floss, UNI-Stretch, UNI-Mylar, etc.), all of which are wonderful to tie with. They have developed a unique waxing method which eliminates excessive residue that clogs bobbins, leaving the thread with a surface texture that grabs and holds tying materials. Get your UNI Products at Casters.

Siman, Limited- Czech Fly Tying and Fishing Equipment

We are proud to announce the arrival of Siman, Limited fly tying products. These are quality Czech fly tying products made and assembled by the "Golden Czech Hands" of Czech fly-fishermen. Their product range also includes special fly tying tools, weighted hooks, Czech competition flies, Czech landing nets and many other interesting toys for the big boys. Ever hear of the Czech nymph? Check out their cool site.

Mayfly, Innovative Stream Accessories

Mayfly product designs are based on the timeless concept of form and function, and the simplest design is often the best solution. Most of their products are simple and functional, but.... behind them lies years of research and revisions on and off the water. At MayFly they are obsessed with two things: Fly Fishing & Design! Do you find that you are having trouble organizing your pack or vest? Mayfly accessories are the solution to your problems.

Brodin Landing Nets

Brodin is a small family run business that manufactures landing nets. All of their nets are manufactured in a small shop in Coronado, Costa Rica and their distribution facility is in Charlotte, North Carolina. Brodin prides itself on doing quality work and being the production landing net manufacturer that many others mimic. Check out their new series of nets, the Ghost Series; one of a kind clear, PVC netting. They offer a full range of sizes for all types of water and fish.

Dr. Slick Instruments for Anglers

The DR.SLICK Company is the leading supplier of high quality stainless steel tools (scissors, clamps and pliers) and accessories (nippers, retractors, files and fly tying tools ) to the fly fishing and fly tying community. If you want the highest quality fishing tools, you'll want DR.SLICK. Check out their micro-tip and tungsten carbide scissors, and their new line of psychedelic prism fishing and tying tools. There is a full line of Dr. Slick tools and accessories at Casters Fly Fishing Shop.

Paul Whillock Realistic Fly Tying Products

Paul Whillock is a brilliant realistic fly tyer. In fact, his "Realistic Art Flies" are so unbelievably real that US Customs confiscated them, at one point. Some of the materials he utilized to produce these flies are now available to US consumers; Japanese Nymph Legs, Realistic Antennae, Realistic Insect Tails, etc.. These materials are primarily used for "Realistic Flies" but can spice up the fly tyers "Practical Fish Flies", as well.

Ulf Hagstrom

The words of one of the Masters, a true friend; "The rewards I get from tying my flies are so much greater than just the joy of creating, I have made friends from all over the world and have been given the opportunity to show my flies in many places and I feel truely blessed to have come this far. Give me a spot in the midnight sun, a rushing river, and a rising fish - and I will be as close to heaven as any man can be". Be sure to check out Ulf's work. It is magnificent.

Steve Thornton Virtual Nymph Products

Steve Thornton, another brilliant fly tyer from the United Kingdom, provides the fly tying community with unbelievable fly tying materials. Virtual Nymph manufactures these fly tying products and distributes them worldwide. The unique range of flytying products includes; Nymph Skin, Flexi-body, Stoneclinger Head and Wing Plates, Synthetic Quills, Realistic Caddis Wings, etc.. Be sure to check some of these materials out at Casters Fly Shop; they are RIDONCULOUS.

Andres Touceda Realistics

Andres Toucedas realistics are incredible. With his two hands, he creates some of the most realistic creatures you will ever see. Andres has recently released a hand-made line of products to make things a bit easier for those of us who play with realistic fly tying. These products include Realistic Legs, Arrowheads, Hopper and Cricket Legs, and Elitra. Check out his site but be sure to have your English/Spanish dictionary handy.

Graham Owen Gallery

Graham is a Los Angeles based artist, photographer and prop designer who works consistently with some of the industries top film and television studios, corporations, and ad agencies. In fact, he is an indispensable part of realistic-insect-prop-design for many film studios including Disney, Universal Studios, Paramount Pictures, Warner Brothers, HBO,... Needless to say, his "Realistic Art Flies" are absolutely brilliant. Check out some of his fine work and give your thoughts on his forum.

Al Ritt Flies

Al is a long time fly tyer and fisher with fly patterns available through Montana Fly Company and Brookside Flies. Al's flies have been included in several popular books and he has also had several of his own articles published in major periodicals. He is also a demonstration tyer in the Rocky Mountain area, annually appearing in venues such as the Fly Fishing Show, ISE, Western Colorado Fly Fishing Exposition, East Idaho Fly Tying Expo. One of his many famous patterns is the Ritt's Fighting Crawfish.

Hook TV

Hook.tv is your Digital Water. Join the web's most vibrant community on fly fishing that combines videos from pros, guides and enthusiasts with forums, groups, channels and more. Create and maintain a profile, check out Hook's forums, get insightful tips, and find awesome deals on new gear. Hook is consistently being upgraded so be sure to visit frequently and see what's new each week. It's the MySpace and YouTube for the Fly Fishing Community.

Warm Fly

The source of information on anything and everything warmwater. Warm Fly is a Warmwater Fly Fishing Blog and Forum for the warmwater enthusiast. Join the over 3200 members on the forum for up-to-date discussion and information on fly fishing in ponds, lakes, bayous, lagoons, and rivers for such species as musky, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, crappie, carp, bluegill, pike, snook, redfish, sea trout, you name it.

Fly Tying Forum.com

This is a extremely popular community which features a pattern database, photo gallery, entomology discussions, tips, virtual fly tying classes, and fly swaps. The FTF network includes flytyingforum.com, rodbuildingforum.com, talkflyfishing.com, and classicflytying.com. It is your one stop forum for all of your fly fishing and fly tying needs. Not to mention, it is one of the host sites for Hatches magazine; the new practical and artistic fly tying magazine. Join in on the discussions for FREE.

flyfishmap.com

Discover the world of fly fishing with this ingenious map system. Click on a continent, then click on marker groupings to find markers in your area of interest. Use the filter function to see exactly what you want or search to find specific markers. Create FREE personal markers or promote your business by adding photos and YouTube videos. Flyfishmap.com is an excellent resource at all levels. My favorite part are the topographical maps for the entire world.

USAOnTheFly.com

USAOnTheFly.com is the most complete directory for regional fly fishing information available on the internet. It is their mission to provide you with a source of fly fishing information which is a step beyond what you would find on any search engine, website or print publication. USAOnTheFly.com is a proud supporter of organizations and programs dedicated to improving our fisheries, and wildlife resources. Check it out!

FlyFishNC.com

For the past six years, FlyFishNC.com has been providing fly fishermen with North Carolina fly patterns, NC stream lists, NC fishing regulations and licensing requirements, and other useful information; making it one of North Carolina's premier fly fishing websites. It also offers NC fishing reports, a monthly hatch chart, expanded skills clinic, and a photos section. Take a look around; it is an extremely informative site with regards to fly fishing in North Carolina.

FlyFISHINGNC.com

This site is a guide to Fly Fishing North Carolina Mountain Trout Streams. You'll find photos of fly fishing trips in North Carolina, fly patterns used to catch these trout, entomology and hatch charts, interactive maps to help find these fly fishing streams in NC, and trout stocking schedules to all North Carolina trout streams. There are links to instructional subjects on fly fishing and local links to all North Carolina's fly fishing shops and guide services in NC. It is a very informative site.

MidCurrent

MidCurrent provides fly fishing tips, fly fishing gear advice, videos, interviews, and the best in fly fishing writing. The MidCurrent staff are experienced anglers, guides and authors who enjoy sharing the excitement of fly fishing. Within this site and in the weekly newsletter, fishing flies, fly fishing rods, fly fishing reels, fly lines, trips, books, videos, techniques, and strategies are all featured topics. They also provide daily fly fishing news that is updated 365 days a year.

Fly Fishing Community

Kynd Fly Fishing is an online community for fly anglers. Create/edit your own personal profile, upload your fishing photos, and browse guide profiles. You can also check out the latest fly fishing reports, chat on the fly fishing forums, browse and post classifieds, and more; the fly fishing and stream reports are filled with a plethura of valuable information. Give some props to Andy, he did a great job on this site. Best of all, it is FREE!

Total Fly Fishing

TotalFlyFishing.com is dedicated to helping fly fisherman find fly fishing information on the world wide web. This site catalogs good fly fishing sites in an effort to bring anglers the best fly fishing information available on the internet. The Casters Fly Shop website is even listed on the TFF site. Not to mention, many other valuable resources and links available to the fly fishing community. Check it out and you'll see the benefits.

Northwestern Trout Unlimited Chapter

The mission of Trout Unlimited is to conserve, protect and restore North America's coldwater fisheries and their watersheds. Through over 400 chapters nationwide, TU organizes grassroots stream restoration projects, conservation programs and youth education events. Join Trout Unlimited and the NWTU Chapter as we strive to achieve these goals through monthly meetings and various projects throughout the year.

Federation of Fly Fishers

The Federation of Fly Fishers is a 43 year old international, non-profit organization dedicated to the betterment of the sport of fly fishing through Conservation, Restoration and Education. The Federation of Fly Fishers and its Councils are the only organized advocate for fly fishers on a national and regional level. Their goal is to support fisheries conservation and educational programs for all fish and all waters. Anywhere fly fishers have an interest, the FFF plays a role.

North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission

NCWRC promotes conservation and wise use of North Carolina's abundant wildlife resources. By far, the best resource for hunting, fishing, and boating information, educational programs, and other wildlife services; including fishing and hunting license, and fish stocking information. Dont get caught in the oudoors doing something you shouldn't be doing. Be sure to read the regulations for the activities you are involved in.

United States Geological Survey

The USGS provides a Federal source for science about the Earth, its natural and living resources, natural hazards, and the environment. Utilize this source for stream and river flow data; as well as, the current state of the drought. This is a great resource to add to your fishing arsenal.