During the Fly Fishing Show season and our travels, we frequently hear from anglers that Martha's Vineyard has been on their radar but are unsure of the cost involved. Like all destination fisheries, prices vary based on lodging, transportation, food, and whether you fish with a guide. We strongly believe that Martha's Vineyard is a world-class vacation destination and a fishery that rivals anywhere else in the world.
New England might currently be buried under snow and sight fishing on Martha's Vineyard's beautiful flats, and throwing big flies to voracious stripers in our raucous rips might seem like a pipe dream. However, before we know it, birds will be diving, stripers will be in hot pursuit of squid and sand eels, and the 2025 spring fly fishing season will be in full swing on Martha's Vineyard! If you're planning to fish the Vineyard this year, here are some tricks, tips, and advice to help ensure your trip is successful.
We've spent many winters chasing bonefish, permit, and tarpon in Belize, the Bahamas, and the Yucatan, and we've learned a thing or two along the way. If you are considering ditching the down jacket for a solar hoodie for a week of unforgettable fly fishing, there are some tips and tricks to know before you go. We've learned and watched others learn the hard way, so you don't have to! Read along as I break down destination travel do's and don'ts.
We've had the privilege of fly fishing and hosting trips globally, but Soul Fly Lodge stands out for the fishing, excellent accommodations, and world-class hospitality. We look forward to sharing our favorite place in the world with you! Our trip is fast approaching, and to help prepare, I've decided to put together a breakdown of must-have fishing items.
The Vineyard's waters are chalked full of bait amid the best Bonito run in years, Albies are here, and the MV Derby kicks off soon. The dog days of Summer are finally in the rearview mirror, and we're eagerly anticipating the fall fishing season.
If you have yet to experience the magic of a Vineyard fall, stop what you're doing and start making preparations! We've had the privilege of fishing some pretty spectacular places, but we wouldn't trade September and October on the Yard for anywhere! You'll feel the same way once you experience an Albies-on-peanut bunker-feeding frenzy. We've compiled an all-encompassing cheat sheet to make your fall Martha's Vineyard fly fishing trip successful.
