It’s probably no secret that hunting fish and game is a popular hobby in the U.S., often a fun way to refocus energies from the busyness of the work day while still feeling a sense of accomplishment. Fishing is especially well-known for being the more relaxing pastime of the two, a great excuse to sit out in the middle of a quiet lake and enjoy some much needed personal reflection. However, what the inexperienced may not realize is that styles of fishing can greatly differ from another, particularly when it comes to fly fishing. The following is a list of some fly fishing tips along with some reasons why you might find it to be the preferable method for yourself as a potential or experienced fisherman.
1) Fly Fishing is More Effective
At the end of a fly fishing rod is something that resembles an insect- or more specifically, a midge, instead of actual bait like a worm. Especially in the winter, midges take up as much as 50% of a fish’s diet, making flies the preferable form of bait. The flies can be made to either float or sink, the latter of which is preferable for tout that feed beneath the surface 90% of the time, and can vary in size from just a few millimeters to 30 centimeters (though most average between 1 and 5). Because of this, it’s not hard to see why fly fishing tools might yield a more abundant catch while you’re out hunting fish and game.
2) Fly Fishing Is Affordable
Considering the required elements and the effectiveness of the sport, fly fishing is actually a pretty cost-efficient method in terms of hunting fish and game. The market for fly fishing in America rounds out to roughly $750,000,00, proving its success, popularity and affordability for most people. With all fly fishing equipment included, this hobby likely costs about the same or less than $1,638, the average a hunter pays annually. For the effectiveness of yielding a good catch, this is more than ideal.
3) Flying Fishing is Popular
If any further evidence is needed to the success of this method, one need only look at the numbers and statistics. As much as 32% of fishermen use the fly fishing method exclusively, and that says nothing of the amount that incorporate it with other methods. In total, the number of people who practice fly fishing are at about 3, 830,000 according to data from U.S. Fish and Wildlife. Out of this, 35% of these fishermen are fisherwomen, proving that the method has universal gender appeal.
Whether you’ve fished before and are looking for some new tricks, or have never held a fishing rod before in your life, fly fishing is a good option for both the seasoned veteran and inexperienced beginner.
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