by Big Sky Anglers | Jul 26, 2021 | 02. NEWS & EVENTS, 03. TECHNIQUES & STREAMCRAFT, Fly Casting
Among those familiar with the history and development of modern Spey casting, the name of Simon Gawesworth speaks for itself. Simon began to fish at the age of 6 and took up fly fishing when aged 8, being trained by his father – well known fly fishing...
by Big Sky Anglers | Jun 22, 2021 | 02. NEWS & EVENTS, 03. TECHNIQUES & STREAMCRAFT
Big Sky Anglers is excited to host this special Introduction to Euro Nymphing Clinic taught by acclaimed angler, author, instructor, and guide George Daniel. Hailing from the great state of Pennsylvania, George is a former competitive angler for Fly Fishing Team USA,...
by Matt Klara | Mar 4, 2021 | 03. TECHNIQUES & STREAMCRAFT, 04. GEAR REVIEWS
The world of Spey gear is confusing. It’s unfortunate, because I think that more people would be less intimidated, and be more excited to get into the 2-handed game if it wasn’t for all the odd lingo, seemingly mismatched tackle arrangements, line choices,...
by Matt Klara | Oct 14, 2020 | 03. TECHNIQUES & STREAMCRAFT, Fly Casting
A quick check of the West Yellowstone weather report is showing that we are in for some great fall conditions, but also a fair bit of wind over the next few days. Casting in the wind requires adjustments to technique, and Spey casting is no different. If...
by Matt Klara & Justin Spence | Oct 5, 2020 | 03. TECHNIQUES & STREAMCRAFT
Without a doubt, the weather this Autumn around here has been abnormally warm, sunny, and dry. According to Accuweather.com, 21 of 30 days in September had above average temperatures, and the first 4 days of October have all been well above average temps as...
by Matt Klara | Aug 18, 2020 | 02. NEWS & EVENTS, 03. TECHNIQUES & STREAMCRAFT, 04. GEAR REVIEWS, Flies and Fly Tying, Fly Casting
As we get later into the month of August here in the mountains, the days start getting shorter, the nights cooler, and the riverside vegetation begins to take on the colors of Autumn. Likewise, the first lake run fish begin stirring, the browns begin to take on...
