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Fly Fishing for Beginners - Don't Forget Your Critical Fly Fishing Gear!

By Shane Dayton

For the beginning fly fisherman, it's very important to make sure you have all the gear that you'll need. Even though it may seem like pointless busy work, you should consider making a brief checklist of all the fly fishing accessories that you will want to help guarantee success on you fly fishing endeavors.

Even the most seasoned of fly fishermen have at one time or another gone out fishing, and then realized after all that effort of getting to that special spot that they forgot something they needed at home.

If old salts can do this, then what do you think the chances of a beginner fly angler are doing the same? That's right: very likely. If you are a fly-fishing beginner then a basic checklist is a good idea to make sure you don't lose good fishing time because you have to come back to the house for pliers, your special fly, or whatever else you managed to forget.

Most experienced fly fisherman will tell you: take a spare fly rod and fly reel, just in case. No one ever plans to break their equipment, but it happens. Best laid plans of man...especially when fly fishing!

Don't forget the necessary fly fishing apparel! It's amazing, but some beginning anglers seem to forget they'll be standing in the water. You don't want to forget your wading boots, wader belt, extra boot socks, sunglasses, and other items. If it's sunny, don't forget the sunscreen, either. If you carry flies in your fishing hat, you certainly won't want to forget that, and NEVER forget the mosquito spray if its a hot summer day. Nothing ruins a fly angler's day like those little bloodsuckers.

Many anglers also like a change of pants and long johns, which I also suggest, especially if it's going to be a cool or cold day.

There are many other optional items that are still a good idea, like fly fisherman vests, pliers, a Swiss Army Knife, and small scissors will make your life much much simpler.

And don't forget the net--whether you are a beginner fly fisherman or an expert fly fisherman, it's hard to bring in that trophy fish if you don't have a net!

So make sure you have the right fly fishing equipment, and go catch that lunker!
And if you would like more information, tips, and resources, including hook ups to how-to videos on making your own flies and how to practice casting, please feel free to visit at http://www.squidoo.com/make-your-own-fly-fishing-lures and say hello!

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About the Author:

Shane Dayton is a writer and freelancer who currently lives in Texas after spending three of the last four years in Alaska (and the other drifting across the Northeast). Aside from helping others learn to do the same, he also takes an avid interest in learning, reading, travel, and helping out his parents' antique store. His extensive writing skills have helped him to land jobs that allow him to move around and see the world.

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