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2024 Martha's Vineyard Fly Fishing Preview

2024 Martha's Vineyard Fly Fishing Preview
Part of Martha's Vineyard's allure lies in the differing fishing opportunities found throughout the late April to early November fishing season- From throwing squid patterns in the rips in May, sight fishing the skinny flats in June, to frantically casting Surf Candies to albies during the magical fall run. Follow along as we break down what the visiting fly angler can expect throughout the season. 

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Destination Fly Fishing Gear Guide: Part Two

Destination Fly Fishing Gear Guide: Part Two
It is freezing in New England, and striped bass are still months from returning. While this may be an awful time for saltwater fly fishing north of the Mason-Dixon line, it is not time to hibernate! After all, we are fly anglers, and the fishing is going off somewhere. Tropical flats fisheries in Belize, the Bahamas, and the Yucatan are perfect for escaping winters' doldrums. If you are searching for bonefish, permit, tarpon, and more this winter, we have compiled a definitive two-part gear guide to help make preparation easier. Click HERE for part one on fly rods, reels, and lines.

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Destination Fly Fishing Gear Guide: Part One

Destination Fly Fishing Gear Guide: Part One
Ideally, we would bring rods from six through eleven to cover every conceivable fishing situation encountered during saltwater trips. Unfortunately, like many reading this, we are bound to the gates of a reality constrained by monetary and spatial limits. We know it is not feasible for most to bring a quiver of rods down to Soul Fly or Ascension Bay, and most of us are lucky if we can pack a couple of rods. Let’s focus on nailing the right rod for our destination and intended species.

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Dog Days Fishing Report

Dog Days Fishing Report
 The rips have SO much bait it's crazy and a good sign for the August and fall run. We are seeing stripers and big blues in the rips, with the latter pushing 15 lbs from the boat and even the shore! The gator blues are eating larger profile yellow herring patterns, sand eels, and squid flies.  We have a lot of great flies in the shop and can happily put together a killer box for you. Due to the warmer temps, we have switched to sinking and intermediate lines. Leave the floating line on the spare spool until the water cools again. 

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