Beginners: (Those just getting started fly-fishing)

Beginers (Those Just Getting Started Fly-fishing): Those fishing Yellow National Park that are just getting started may be surprised to learn that much of the time, catching the wild trout is not all that difficult.

1. Hiding and sneaking up on trout the trout is a big part of it. Trout spook very easy.
2. Being able to get your fly to drift naturally or what anglers call a “drag free drift” in turbulent water with cross currents is another.
3. Casting in windy conditions is another.
4. Being able to cast a fly a long distance is usually not one of them. Short, pile, curve, roll and other types of “messed up” cast are necessary.
5. Having inside knowledge of secret fishing holes is not a part of it. Trout are abundant in all of the streams in Yellowstone.
6. Those new to fly-fishing for trout may also be surprised to learn that the trout they are trying to catch are either native or wild trout that were born in the streams. The trout are not stocked trout from a hatchery.
7. Fly-fishing the park is not difficult. Once you get the hang of a few basics techniques, you should be able to catch a few trout.
8. Never forget that the experience of fly-fishing should be fun, peaceful and relaxing. Being able to enjoy the day should be your first priority.

Copyright 2012 James Marsh

If you are new to fly-fishing and want to fish Yellowstone, here are the instructional DVD programs we suggest:

1. Knots and Rigging Techniques DVD
2. Getting Started DVD
3. Fly Fishing Yellowstone National Park DVD

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