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January 10, 2024

Hooked on Nature: A 16 Year Old’s Fly Fishing Journey

Today, we are delighted to share a unique perspective straight from the heart of a 16-year-old adventurer and fly-fishing enthusiast. Meet Jonathan Willis, a teenager whose passion for fly fishing has become a personal journey of discovery and inspired an appreciation of nature and a passion for the great outdoors. In this guest blog post written by Jonathan himself, he invites us into his world, sharing the story of how he got started on his…

Fly Fishing 101: Fly Fishing Basics for Kids

In ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, FAVORITE GEAR, FISH, WATER

Fly fishing is a fun and enjoyable outdoor activity for the entire family. Today, nurse, veteran, and New Mexico mom of two, Lea Reynolds is here with an overview all about the basics on fly fishing with kids. She’s sharing great advice for how to plan a fly fishing outing with kids, how to choose the right fly, favorite kid-friendly fly fishing gear, the basics of casting and landing a fish, plus, a great video…

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December 3, 2019

Teaching Kids to Fly Fish & Best Fly Fishing Gear for Kids

In FAVORITE GEAR, FISH, INFORMATION, MCFAMILY, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Fly fishing is a beautiful, peaceful, yet very intimidating sport. Fly fishing requires abundant patience, intense focus and lots of determination. Those aren’t usually qualities possessed by small children. However, teaching kids to fly fish doesn’t have to be overwhelming or daunting. We’re here to give you some fun and easy ways to introduce kids to fly fishing and help you share the love of fishing with your kids. We’ve got great advice for getting…

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October 4, 2017

Fly Fishing with Kids at Dry Run Creek, Arkansas

In FAMILY TRAVEL, FISH, LOCAL GEMS, MCFAMILY, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Dry Run Creek near Mountain Home, Arkansas has been called “the best quarter mile of trout fishing in the world.” However, you won’t find the world’s best fishermen here – you’ll only find kids! A true gem of a fishing location, it only takes one walk along the banks of Dry Run Creek for every fly fishing adult to wish they were a kid again, if only for a day. Fly fishing with kids at…