Western Green Drake Hatch 2026: Madison, Henry's Fork, and Yampa Trip-Planning Guide
A river-by-river plan for the 2026 Western Green Drake hatch on the Madison, Henry's Fork, and Yampa. Timing windows, the three fly stages that matter, and the weather pattern that ruins most drake days.
Middle Provo River Wade Fishing: Access, Parking, and Hatches Mile by Mile
Middle Provo River wade fishing rewards anglers who know which access point fits the day. Here's the mile-by-mile breakdown of all seven public access points, parking, and the hatches that turn fish on at each one — Jordanelle Dam down to Deer Creek.
Fly Fishing Utah for Beginners: 5 Forgiving Rivers
Fly fishing Utah for beginners doesn't mean starting on technical 6X tippet water. Five Utah rivers, ranked from most forgiving to most rewarding, where new anglers actually hook fish, plus where to park, when to go, and one fly each.
Weber River Brown Trout: Where to Find Trophy Browns Below Rockport
The tailwater below Rockport Reservoir grows some of the heaviest Weber River brown trout in northern Utah. Here's where to walk in, what flows to fish, and the seams big browns actually hold in between Wanship and Coalville.
2026 Fishing Regulation Changes Every Angler Should Know
Fishing regulations across the country shifted meaningfully for 2026 — from year-round catch-and-release bass seasons and new hook rules in Minnesota to barbless hook mandates on Wyoming's famous North Platte trout stretches. This guide breaks down why rules change, what categories of changes are sweeping the country this season, and exactly how to find your state's current rules before you hit the water.
Logan River Bear River Cutthroat: A Walk-and-Wade Guide to Logan Canyon
Logan River Bear River cutthroat live in pocket water you can reach from a Highway 89 pullout. Where to park, what to tie on, and which sections actually fish — Card Canyon up to Red Banks.
Terrestrial Fly Fishing for Beginners: How to Fish Hoppers, Ants, and Beetles All Summer
Terrestrial fly fishing is the most approachable dry fly season there is — no hatch timing required. Learn how to fish hoppers, ants, and beetles from July through September and why summer bank fishing produces some of the most aggressive trout strikes of the year.
Summer Trout Fishing: How to Find Fish When the Water Warms Up
Summer heat doesn't have to end your trout season. Here's how to read the water, find cold-water refuges, time your trips right, and land more fish — without killing them — when temperatures climb.
Best Wet Wading Shoes for 2026: 3 Picks I'd Actually Wear
Three verified picks for 2026 wet wading shoes — the Astral Brewer 3.0 for slick mountain cobble, the KEEN Newport H2 for all-day durability, and the Chaco Classic for warm calm water. Plus when to actually retire the waders.