Fly Fishing Life

Guest blogger Joe Dellaria candidly reflects on the fly fishing lessons he keeps having to relearn—from tangled leaders to lost tools. In this humorous yet practical piece, Joe shares common mistakes anglers make, the problems they cause, and simple ways to avoid them. Whether you’re a seasoned fly fisher or just starting out, these insights can help you fish smarter and preserve both your gear and patience.

How to Teach Kids Fishing: 10 Tips from Expert Joe Jackson

Discover when and how to clean your fly lines, how to know when it’s time to replace them, and explore top-rated cleaners and dressings available from J. Stockard. Practical advice in the spirit of Tom Sutcliffe’s fly-fishing wisdom.

Explore our Father’s Day guide featuring top tools, vises, and fly-tying essentials from J. Stockard Fly Fishing – handpicked for every level of tyer.

From natural to synthetic materials, Mary Kuss delves into why breaking the rules can lead to better flies—and better fishing.

Announcing a new partnership between J. Stockard Fly Fishing and Upper Canyon Outfitters. Read on for all the details and what you need to tie for the Ruby.

Spring in the Rockies and beyond is a season of contradictions. One day, the rivers are low and clear, the n...

Because the Best Vise Is the One You Actually Like Using There’s a moment, somewhere between your hundredth ...

In any type of fishing, the connection between you and the fish is only as strong as the knots you tie. This...

By the time most fly fishers realize their fly line needs replacing, it’s usually because a trout or bonefis...

Rewind to 1987. The first episode of The Simpsons airs. Smallmouth bass are gaining in popularity among fly-...

There comes a time in every fly fisher’s life—when someone corners you in the carpark at the river, down at ...