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The leaves have all fallen, the water is low and clear, and most importantly, even the more popular rivers experience much less fly fishing pressure than during the busy summer season: ow.ly/sXCQ50wAOOt #ShopTalkBlog #VailValleyAnglers #FallFlyFishing

Floating and fly fishing the Colorado River between Two Bridges and Catamount is one of the best options for anglers looking for a long full day float trip: ow.ly/i8Dl50wAOTD #ShopTalkBlog #VailValleyAnglers #FlyFishing

We fly fish year-round at Vail Valley Anglers but when the snows starts flying some anglers wait for spring and there are some storage tips that will extend the life of your fly fishing gear: ow.ly/87Y750wCiSh #VailValleyAnglers #ShopTalkBlog #StorageTips

The float from State Bridge to Two Bridges is best as a half day trip, but can be turned into a full day for anglers who want to mix in a little wade fishing here and there: ow.ly/G5Bm50wCiUL #VailValleyAnglers #ShopTalkBlog #FlyFishing

Colorado is home to a unique salmon species called the Kokanee. For fly fishermen, these fish offer excellent and unique fall fishing opportunities: ow.ly/KBrF50wCj4N #VailValleyAnglers #ShopTalkBlog #KokaneeSalmon

While the major summer hatches have diminished, with blue-wing olive mayflies and midges now the main insect food sources, the trout will feed heavily under the right conditions: ow.ly/FziM50wCj7W #VailValleyAnglers #ShopTalkBlog #FallFlyFishing

In the fly fishing world, typically we classify fish holding rivers/streams in three different categories, tailwaters, freestones, and spring creeks. So how do they differ and why should we care? ow.ly/HSjv50wQE6n #VailValleyAnglers #ShopTalkBlog #FlyFishing

This is the perfect time of year to break the streamer rod out and throw meat. Here are a few tips and tricks to help you succeed next time you're out on the water: ow.ly/14r650wQEay #VailValleyAnglers #ShopTalkBlog #FlyFishing

NEW BLOG: "The river is a special place, indescribable for many. The spirit of the river will be felt through your soul every time you step foot into the canyon": ow.ly/fDau50x2GgK #VailValleyAnglers #ShopTalkBlog #DeschutesRiver

For us, there is no end to the fishing season here in Colorado. Others pack away their gear and pull out their skis or snowboards to enjoy the great snow on our local mountains. We believe you can do both: ow.ly/R9k250wQEgK #VailValleyAnglers #ShopTalkBlog #FlyFishing

” Mousing,”–the mere term in fly shops and guide circles brings smug grins to outdoor faces. It is not for the foolhardy, however: ow.ly/x5jM50wQEnb #VailValleyAnglers #ShopTalkBlog #Mousing

The upper Colorado River is a well-known fly fishing destination but another consideration is float fishing the Lower Colorado River below Glenwood Springs: ow.ly/lXfk50wQEqB #VailValleyAnglers #ShopTalkBlog #FlyFishing

In the last couple of years Eagle County, Colorado has acquired several open space properties that have added miles of fly fishing access on both the Eagle River and Colorado River: ow.ly/j1fT50wQECA #VailValleyAnglers #ShopTalkBlog #FlyFishing

November and 60-degree temperatures do not fare well for the ski runs. However, rivers flowing through Colorado ski country around Vail, Beaver Creek, and Aspen are in great shape: ow.ly/7u2h50xcR3R #VailValleyAnglers #ShopTalkBlog #FlyFishing

Fly fishermen across the west are used to hearing pretty much the same thing from fly shops and guides all winter long. Other than midges, what can you fish?! ow.ly/NdF450xjStg

Happy Thanksgiving! The shop is closed today but the river is always open...

Backcountry enthusiasts demand more from their electronics than ever before. There is an ever-increasing reliability on electronic gadgetry by modern day outdoorsmen. ow.ly/nvbI50xjSO3

Even a little research and preparation could have changed the outcome of that first salt water trip. These are a few things to put on your pre-trip checklist... ow.ly/aPzB50xjTXk

NEW BLOG: Wading Safety - 10 Tips and Techniques [Plus Wading Gear Guide]... The inevitable swim happens to everyone, but there are ways to make yourself avoid the cold swim. #VailValleyAnglers #ShopTalkBlog #FlyFishing ow.ly/GZJz50xwuuD

From mid-November until mid-March, fly fishing in the Vail area is fairly straight forward. As we have discussed earlier if you find deep, slower pools you have already found trout. These winter fish demand deep nymphing tactics ninety percent of the time. ow.ly/Vvau50xunRX