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The beauty of fly fishing isn't always about the fish.

Fly Fishing for Mental Health: Finding Peace on the Water

Fly fishing isn't a cure-all for depression and mental health issues, but it can be a step in the right direction. The immersion into nature, and the pursuit of fish with an fly can lift heaviness off the psyche, even if it's just for a day.

Ken Baldwin
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The beauty of fly fishing isn't always about the fish.
Fly Fishing

Fly Fishing for Mental Health: Finding Peace on the Water

Fly fishing isn't a cure-all for depression and mental health issues, but it can be a step in the right direction. The immersion into nature, and the pursuit of fish with an fly can lift heaviness off the psyche, even if it's just for a day.

Ken Baldwin
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Recent Articles

Coaching him to a big fish.
Fly Fishing

Learn to Fly Fish: 5 Important Tips for the Beginner Angler

From years of experience teaching and observing new anglers, these 5 tips offer valuable insights and practical ideas for fly fishing beginners.

Ken Baldwin
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Drifting between the red salmon.
Fly Fishing

Understanding the Different Fly Rod Grips Can Improve Your Casting

Do fly rod grips make a BIG difference in your casting? No, but the little difference it does make can equal that extra few feet that puts you in the fishes strike zone.

Ken Baldwin
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A big Alaskan brown bear is part of the adventure on a fish and float trip in Alaska
Destinations

Experience an Epic Adventure of Fly Fishing, Bear Viewing, and Rafting in Alaska - Part 2

An Alaskan outfitter makes epic float trips down wild rivers doable and easy to plan. Experience world-class fly fishing, bear viewing, and the remote Alaskan wilderness – at an affordable price.

Ken Baldwin
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Fish and Float Alaska. One of the most amazing fly fishing trips you will ever experience.
Destinations

The Fly Fishing Trip of a Lifetime-An Ultimate Alaska Adventure

Experience the Alaskan wilderness like never before on a Fish and Float trip. This challenging but doable adventure is perfect for fly anglers seeking a truly wild experience.

Ken Baldwin
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Fly fishing the waters of Charleston, SC includes taking in the famous Lowcountry sunsets.
Destinations

Redfish and Oysters on the Half Shell: Fly Fishing and Feasting in Charleston, SC

Discover Charleston's hidden gems: exceptional fly fishing opportunities amidst a backdrop of rich history, vibrant culture, and world-class restaurants

Ken Baldwin
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Hooked
Fly Fishing

An Inexpensive 50mm Lens: A Fly Fishing Photographer's Best Friend

My workhorse lens is also my least expensive lens. It's been with me for 20 years and still producing. Learn why this lens is the one I use the most for fly fishing photography.

Ken Baldwin
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Hooked in the rain
Fly Fishing

Inexpensive Holiday Gifts for Fly Fishing That Give Big Returns

Looking for the perfect fly fishing stocking stuffers? Check out these affordable and useful gifts that any angler will love.

Ken Baldwin
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Like gems in the water.
Fly Fishing

Best Trout Flies When You Don’t Know What the Fish Are Feeding On

Don't let a lack of knowledge stop you. These flies consistently catch trout, no matter the hatch or your fly fishing skill level.

Ken Baldwin
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A 5/6 Weight Ross Evolution Fly Reel in Matte Olive
Gear Reviews

Ross Evolution FS Fly Reel | American Made Performance and Good Looks

Looking for a fly reel that blends performance, durability, and style? Ross Reels are made in America and their Evolution FS is especially adapted for fresh and saltwater.

Ken Baldwin
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A smallmouth bass caught with a popper on the Greenbrier River in WV.
Fly Fishing

The Top 6 Flies for Smallmouth Bass That Will Catch More Fish

You don't need a large collection of flies to catch fish. One medium-sized fly box full of flies is usually enough. Here is a list of what you should put in that box.

Ken Baldwin
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Blane Chocklett, the designer of the TFO BC Big Fly fly rod with one of his Game Changer streamers.
Gear Reviews

TFO BC Big Fly Rod Review: More Than Just a Musky Rod

This TFO BC Big Fly rod review reveals its surprising versatility. Casts big streamers AND smaller flies with ease. Great for fresh and saltwater.

Ken Baldwin
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Putting it right where they are.
Gear Reviews

St. Croix Fishing Rods Make for a Great Gift: One-Piece or Travel Rod - How To Decide

A St. Croix one-piece is a great fishing rod, a three piece travel rod can save the day. Which do you get?

Ken Baldwin
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The Benchmade ReDoubt is a working knife that makes for a great stocking stuffer.
Gear Reviews

Stocking Stuffers for Fly Anglers - Small Gifts with Big Impact

Stocking stuffers should not be a throw-away gift, but instead, well thought-out and useful to the fly angler in your life. Here are a few stocking stuffers that have proven their usefulness in real life.

Ken Baldwin
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Fly fishing Alaska in the Fall is about as good as it gets.
Gear Reviews

Quality and High Performance Fly Fishing Apparel Gift Ideas

A list of apparel gift ideas that has proven itself on the water, in challenging weather, and even good looking enough to wear into town.

Ken Baldwin
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Almost There
Gear Reviews

Help Hurricane Helene Victims by Shopping Black Friday for Quality Outdoor Gear

Shop Black Friday for outdoor gear until Dec. 6th and help support North Carolina communities that were devastated by Hurricane Helene.

Ken Baldwin
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The Trout Shop, Craig, MT
Gear Reviews

Top Fly Fishing Travel Gear: Simms Rod Vault & Backpack Review

Simms fly fishing luggage and backpack that made the difficulty of airlines travel not so difficult.

Ken Baldwin
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That wonderful feeling.
Fly Fishing

Best Fly Fishing Gifts for Beginners: Rod & Reel Combo + More

If you are looking for something to get the beginner fly angler, here's a gift that saves money and get them on the water right away.

Ken Baldwin
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Bad weather coming in.
Gear Reviews

Fishing Gear That Lasts: My 20-Year Journey to the Perfect Fishing Net

A good net can become a versatile and valued to

Ken Baldwin
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Crossing a creek in Alaska
Gear Reviews

How I Learned a Waterproof Backpack Is Essential for Fly Fishing

I once used my backpack as a flotation device while keeping all my gear and electronics dry. It's that kind of gear that I want on a fly fishing trip.

Ken Baldwin
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Make artistic prints of your trophy catch.
Fly Fishing

A Traditional Japanese Fish Printing Kit - A Unique Gift for Fishermen

Celebrate a trophy catch the way the Japanese fishermen did 200 years ago. A traditional Japanese art form that you can to do at home with a Gyotaku fish print kit.

Ken Baldwin
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Completely unbothered and unhurried by me and my camera.
Fly Fishing

The Day I Met the White Bear: A Grizzly Encounter in Alaska

An encounter with a white grizzly bear that changed my understanding of nature.

Ken Baldwin
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Letting it run.
Fly Fishing

A Simple, Outside the Box Gift Idea Your Fly Angler Will Really Want

Get to the heart of what angler's really want. Here's how you can make that happen.

Ken Baldwin
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Fly fishing embraces the classics
Gear Reviews

Inexpensive, Durable, and Arguably the Most Influential Reel in Fly Fishing History.

This legendary fly reel taught generations to fly fish. It's been re-released and it doesn't disappoint.

Ken Baldwin
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FORLOH is a maker of high quality outdoor clothing for men, women, and kids. The Reversible Hi-Loft Merino Wool Jacket has a reversible design that allows you to switch between a durable, weather-resistant nylon face or a stylish woven wool face.
Gear Reviews

Black Friday Early Savings on Quality Outdoor Clothing Made in the USA.

American made and sourced technical outdoor clothing for fly fishing and hunting. Reduced in price for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Get yourself some great deals on quality wear.

Ken Baldwin
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