FATC "Fly Shop"
Like any good fly shop that is filled with fisherman and their stories, here you will find tidbits of information related to our wonderful sport of Fly Fishing. Come here to find information that you may not find elsewhere.
Although, unlike most fly shop “tales”, this is all true…
Fly Shop Tips: What Gear is a Must Have?
Now having taught some 33 fly fishing classes and graduated over 300 members, I am sitting here reflecting on what has turned out to be an unbelievable adventure for me and I hope for you too. I bought my first fly rod, a Fenwick fiberglass rod in 1971 when I … Read More…
Fly Shop Tips: Winter is Coming!
Grasshoppers:Unfortunately, I have never watched Game of Thrones but the line ‘Winter is Coming’ in the show fits well for these winter fly fishing tips. With the winter season approaching please don’t head out to the waters unprepared. Make sure you are ready for whatever the winter brings you when … Read More…
Fly Shop Blog: Montauk Hatchery – Where Biology meets Magic!
Montauk Hatchery: Where Biology meets Magic Being a dedicated outdoorsman who enjoys fishing, especially fly fishing for trout, one cannot help but feeling a bit amazed at the abundance of trout fishing opportunities available in Missouri. With four great trout parks, Lake Taneycomo, and 20 Trout management areas (plus numerous … Read More…
Fly Shop Tips – I am Going Skinny!
I am Going Skinny Yes, I have lost some weight lately – about 15 lbs. But hoping for more to go! But that is NOT what I mean when I say I am going skinny. What I mean is now that the Fall/Winter fly fishing season is approaching I am … Read More…
Fly Shop Tips: I Couldn’t Have Said It Better Myself!
I probably get over 15 emails a day from fly fishing companies, fly fishing newsletters, etc. and the majority I read. I do it for you – not really – I do it for me! I do it to become better in the sport that I love and then hopefully … Read More…