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Murray's Strymph Flies Shown on a piece of driftwood.

Fly Tying Instructions for the Murray’s Strymph

Murray's Strymph Flies Shown on a piece of driftwood.

Murray’s Strymphs – The crossbreed of Nymph and Streamer | Murray’s Fly Shop

Two anglers fly fishing in a blue raft with green trees in the background and the Shenandoah River in the foreground

September Virginia Fly Fishing: Mountain Brook Trout & River Smallmouth Bass

Podcast with Virginia DWR Officer Jackson Dierberg

Murray’s Fly Shop Podcast with special guest Jackson Dierberg from Virginia DWR

bass nymph fly fishing

Fly Fishing with Bass Nymphs Part 3: Fishing the Olive Dragonfly Nymph for Smallmouth Bass

Two anglers fly fishing in a blue raft with green trees in the background and the Shenandoah River in the foreground
September Virginia Fly Fishing: Mountain Brook Trout & River Smallmouth Bass
Podcast with Virginia DWR Officer Jackson Dierberg
Murray’s Fly Shop Podcast with special guest Jackson Dierberg from Virginia DWR
Native Brook Trout Fly Fishing Guide Trips

Brook Trout Fishing…. Soon!

February 6, 2018 (Updated: April 18, 2018)Jeff
One of our favorite pastimes is quickly approaching! Enjoying the  outdoors on those beautiful Spring days, chasing Native Brook Trout in the Shenandoah [...]

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A hand gently releasing a trout into clear water, showcasing the fish's spotted back and dorsal fin.

Selecting a Fly Rod for Freshwater Fly Fishing

February 3, 2018Harry
Selecting a Fly Rod for Freshwater Fly Fishing Blog- Murray’s Fly Shop The easiest way for me to select a fly rod for [...]

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Tips on Fishing Spring Creeks

Selecting a Fly Rod Podcast

January 31, 2018 (Updated: October 9, 2020)Harry
Selecting a Fly Rod Podcast by Harry Murray February 2018 This month since the streams are still a little too cold I have [...]

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A trout swimming over pebbles in clear water with sunlight reflecting off the surface.

Mr. H.G. Tapply of Tap’s Tips

January 27, 2018 (Updated: December 1, 2022)Harry
Mr. H.G. Tapply of Tap’s Tips Blog- Murray’s Fly Shop Mr. H.G. Tapply of Tap’s Tips fame in Field and Stream Magazine was [...]

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A colorful fishing fly lure with various strands of synthetic materials in blue, yellow, and white.

Flies of Yesteryear Part Two

January 25, 2018Harry
Flies of Yesteryear Part Two Blog- Murray’s Fly Shop Standing in Dan Bailey’s Fly Shop in Livingston, Montana in the mid seventies , [...]

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Fly Fishing Tips on Fishing Midges

Fly Fishing Tips

January 25, 2018 (Updated: October 29, 2020)Harry
Fly Fishing Tips from Harry Murray January 2018 This months fly fishing tips podcast includes a variety of topics that I have discussed [...]

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Flies of Yesteryear Blog- Murray's Fly Shop- Edinburg, Virginia

Flies of Yesteryear

January 16, 2018Harry
Flies of Yesteryear Blog- Murray’s Fly Shop- Edinburg, Virginia Many of you have asked me for more information on some of the flies [...]

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A brown fishing fly lure with a bushy tail and a round body, designed for angling.

Murray’s Stonecat Streamer

January 11, 2018 (Updated: September 3, 2024)Harry
Murray’s Stonecat Streamer Blog- Murray’s Fly Shop In my country most anglers call these madtoms. Some anglers know them as stonecats. These are [...]

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Winter fly fishing

Wintertime Fish Consideration

January 8, 2018 (Updated: January 7, 2018)Jeff
Fishing and fish in cold weather: Do you fish all year in areas where the thermometer drops below freezing? If you answered yes, [...]

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Olive-colored fly fishing lure with feathers and a textured body attached to a hook.

Murray’s Sculpin Marauder

January 6, 2018 (Updated: March 9, 2023)Harry
Murray’s Sculpin Marauder Blog- Murray’s Fly Shop When I was a kid growing up on the North Fork, I seined spring minnows to [...]

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Design a Fly

Designing Flies Podcast

January 3, 2018 (Updated: January 28, 2018)Harry
Designing Flies Podcast by Harry Murray January 2018 Happy New Year! Since the weather is so cold at this time of the year, [...]

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Montana Sunset

Happy New Year!

December 31, 2017 (Updated: November 28, 2017)Jeff
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Two fishing flies on hooks, one brown and one green, displayed side by side.

NEW Murray’s Bass Dragonfly Dry (Brown & Olive)

December 30, 2017Harry
NEW Murray’s Bass Dragonfly Dry (Brown & Olive) Blog-Murray’s Fly Shop From June until September most smallmouth bass rivers produce great numbers of [...]

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Close-up view of a trout fish with distinctive markings and bubbles on its surface underwater.

Thankful for the opportunity

December 28, 2017 (Updated: November 28, 2017)Jeff
Thankful and grateful for the opportunity. [...]

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South Fork Shenandoah River

Merry Christmas

December 24, 2017 (Updated: November 28, 2017)Jeff
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Tranquil spot on the Shenandoah River near Edinburg, Virginia

Tranquil Montana Sunset

December 22, 2017 (Updated: November 28, 2017)Jeff
A tranquil Rocky Mountain river during the last minutes of daylight. [...]

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A blue damselfly dry fly with synthetic materials and a hook for fishing.

New Murray’s Bass Blue Damselfly Dry Fly

December 21, 2017Harry
New Murray’s Bass Blue Damselfly Dry Fly Blog- Murray’s Fly Shop Last summer many of you asked me to develop a very durable [...]

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Blue Ridge Mountains

Shenandoah Valley Blue Ridge Mountains

December 18, 2017 (Updated: November 28, 2017)Jeff
The last rays of sunshine on the oak trees of a non descript Shenandoah Valley ridge. [...]

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Calm water surface displaying circular ripples and reflections.

Rise Form

December 14, 2017Harry
Rise Form Blog- Murray’s Fly Shop- Edinburg, Virginia Vince Marinaro taught me a great deal about the trout’s rise form. Suppose you are [...]

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Shenandoah National Park Tranquility

Tranquility in the Shenandoah National Park

December 13, 2017 (Updated: November 28, 2017)Jeff
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Aerial view of the heart of Bristol Bay, AK

Tranquil Kenai River

December 8, 2017 (Updated: November 28, 2017)Jeff
Tranquil view of the Kenai Mountains and the Kenai River near Sterling, Alaska [...]

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Springtime in the Blue Ridge Mountains

Tranquil Spring in the Blue Ridge Mountains

December 5, 2017 (Updated: November 27, 2017)Jeff
Tranquility – Take a break from the hustle of the holidays and enjoy. [...]

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What the Trout Sees Blog- Murray's Fly Shop- Edinburg, Virginia

What the Trout Sees

December 4, 2017Harry
What the Trout Sees Blog- Murray’s Fly Shop- Edinburg, Virginia Vince Marinaro developed flies which looks as much as possible like the real [...]

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River bank in Alaska's Bristol bay

September Sunset – Bristol Bay Alaska

December 1, 2017 (Updated: November 27, 2017)Jeff
Tranquil September Sunset – Bristol Bay Alaska [...]

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Trout Fly Fishing Podcast

Fly Fishing Podcast-December 2017

November 30, 2017 (Updated: September 29, 2024)Harry
Fly Fishing Podcast for December 2017 by Harry Murray Trout Fishing This months fly fishing podcast includes a detailed discussion on the trout [...]

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Close-up of R.L. Winston Rod Co. fishing rod handle with cork grip and black reel seat.

Winston Kairos Fly Rod

November 27, 2017 (Updated: February 10, 2021)Harry
Winston Kairos Fly Rod- Murray’s Fly Shop- Edinburg, Virginia The NEW Winston Kairos Fly Rods are in and I have tested them extensively. [...]

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Summertime in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia

Tranquil Summer Morning on the Shenandoah River

November 27, 2017 (Updated: November 27, 2017)Jeff
The holidays are upon us.  Enjoy our series of “Tranquil” scenes over the next few weeks.  Here, a beautiful Summer morning on the [...]

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A person's hand holding a trout partially submerged in clear water.

Save That Trout

November 21, 2017Harry
Save That Trout Blog- Murray’s Fly Shop- Edinburg, Virginia I had three friends who had great intentions of returning their very large trout [...]

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Stop Twisted Smallmouth Bass Leaders While Fly Fishing

Stop Twisted Smallmouth Bass Leaders While Fly Fishing

November 14, 2017 (Updated: September 10, 2023)Harry
Stop Twisted Smallmouth Bass Leaders While Fly Fishing When the tippet of your smallmouth bass leader gets twisted, it can easily form small [...]

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Thank you Veterans God Bless

Thank you to each and every Veteran!

November 11, 2017 (Updated: November 27, 2017)Jeff
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Fly Fishing Podcast for November

Fly Fishing Podcast–November 2017

November 1, 2017 (Updated: October 26, 2017)Harry
Fly Fishing Podcast for November 2017 by Harry Murray In my fly fishing podcast for November I discuss the trout fishing you can [...]

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Out With The Old Tippet Material Blog- Murray's Fly Shop

Out With the Old Tippet Material

October 31, 2017 (Updated: September 10, 2023)Harry
Out With The Old Tippet Material Blog- Murray’s Fly Shop Each year I like to replace all of my tippet material. This includes [...]

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Late Season Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing Blog- Murray's Fly Shop

Late Season Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing

October 23, 2017Harry
Late Season Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing Blog- Murray’s Fly Shop The back eddies that form below the riffles on the side of the [...]

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Set The Hook With A Slip Strike Blog- Murray's Fly Shop

Set The Hook With A Slip Strike

October 16, 2017Harry
Set The Hook With A Slip Strike Blog- Murray’s Fly Shop When I am fishing trout streams such as Nelson’s in Montana where [...]

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Barbless Hooks Blog- Murray's Fly Shop- Edinburg, Virginia

Barbless Hooks

October 9, 2017 (Updated: September 29, 2024)Harry
Barbless Hooks Blog- Murray’s Fly Shop- Edinburg, Virginia Thirty years ago Virginia Game & Inland Fisheries closed the South Fork of the Shenandoah [...]

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The Best Five Flies for Late Season Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing

The Best Five Flies for Late Season Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing

October 2, 2017 (Updated: September 3, 2024)Harry
The Best Five Flies for Late Season Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing- Murray’s Fly Shop- Edinburg, Virginia. Fly Fishing Virginia. Each year we find [...]

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Harry Murray's Podcast on Fly Fishing in October

Fly Fishing in October Podcast

October 1, 2017 (Updated: October 29, 2020)Harry
Fly Fishing in October Podcast by Harry Murray Fly Fishing in October for trout Since the brook trout are spawning in October, November, [...]

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Enjoy The Challenge of Fly Fishing for Smallmouth Bass at Night

Enjoy The Challenge of Fly Fishing for Smallmouth Bass at Night

September 25, 2017Harry
I enjoy the challenge of fly fishing for smallmouth bass at night because I often catch some large bass. Choosing sections of the [...]

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Fly Fishing Tips for September

Fly Fishing Tips

September 20, 2017 (Updated: April 22, 2018)Harry
Fly Fishing Tips (Questions & Answers) Podcast by Harry Murray September 2017 This months fly fishing tips podcast includes tips on keeping your [...]

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The Best Time for Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing on the North or South Fork

The Best Time for Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing on the North or South Fork

September 18, 2017 (Updated: May 24, 2024)Harry
The Best Time for Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing on the North or South Fork Smallmouth bass feed the heaviest in low light levels. [...]

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Close-up of a fish with a blue lure in its mouth, partially submerged in water.

How To Fish The Famous Shenandoah Blue Popper

September 12, 2017 (Updated: May 24, 2024)Harry
How To Fish The Famous Shenandoah Blue Popper For the last several weeks I have been catching many smallmouth bass along the shaded [...]

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Fly fishing rod with a cork handle resting on a bed of autumn leaves in shallow water.

Fly Rod and Reel Resting Against a Tree

September 5, 2017Harry
If you see a nice fly rod and reel resting against a tree at a popular access point and there is no other [...]

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Podcast on Fly Fishing in September

Fly Fishing in September

August 31, 2017 (Updated: April 22, 2018)Harry
Harry Murray’s Fly Fishing in September Podcast Trout Fly Fishing Fly fishing in September can be tricky due to the low and clear [...]

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Trout Fishing walk in

Fishing To Get Away From Crowds of Fly Fishing Anglers

August 29, 2017Harry
Fishing To Get Away From Crowds of Fly Fishing Anglers Blog- Murray’s Fly Shop There are several tactics I use when fishing to [...]

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Nymphing for large trout - learning from the originator

Two or Three Nymph Rig Systems

August 22, 2017 (Updated: August 27, 2017)Harry
Two or Three Nymph Rig Systems Blog- Murray’s Fly Shop Charlie Brooks of West Yellowstone got me into fishing two or three nymph [...]

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Fly Fishing Tips on Trout Fishing

Fly Fishing Tips August 2017

August 17, 2017 (Updated: December 1, 2022)Harry
Fly Fishing Tips from Harry Murray Listen to Harry Murray’s Fly Fishing Tips where he will be discussing various trout and bass tips. [...]

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Smallmouth Bass Flies for late Summer in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia

My Three Favorite Smallmouth Bass Flies

August 15, 2017 (Updated: October 29, 2020)Harry
My Three Favorite Smallmouth Bass Flies Blog- Murray’s Fly Shop In order to get good smallmouth bass fishing with underwater flies I like [...]

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Good Nymph Fisherman Blog- Murray's Fly Shop- Edinburg, Virginia

Good Nymph Fisherman

August 7, 2017 (Updated: August 27, 2017)Harry
Good Nymph Fly Fisherman Blog- Murray’s Fly Shop- Edinburg, Virginia I have a friend who is an especially good nymph fisherman. Whether we [...]

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Fly Fishing in August

Fly Fishing in August

August 3, 2017 (Updated: October 13, 2025)Harry
Fly Fishing in August Podcast by Harry Murray This podcast, Harry discusses the fly fishing in August for both bass and trout, techniques, [...]

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Three Ways to Fish Streamers on Large Rivers Blog- Murray's Fly Shop

Three Ways to Fish Streamers on Large Rivers

August 1, 2017 (Updated: August 27, 2017)Harry
Three Ways to Fish Streamers on Large Rivers Blog- Murray’s Fly Shop When Ray Hurley, my Yellowstone River Guide of 17 years, and [...]

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We are a family-owned Fly Fishing Shop located in Edinburg, Virginia since 1962. Guided fly fishing trips, schools, workshops.

🎣 End of Summer Sale at Murray's Fly Shop! 🎣 We’r 🎣 End of Summer Sale at Murray's Fly Shop! 🎣We’re stocking up the closeout list and just marked down even more of our fly selection to great sale prices. Don't head out on the water without topping off your fly box first!🛒 Stop by the shop or check out the closeout section online before they’re gone.
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Fall Classes, Closeout Deals & Spring 2027 Schools Fall Classes, Closeout Deals & Spring 2027 Schools Are Here!Looking to sharpen your fly fishing skills or snag some great gear discounts? Here’s what’s happening at Murray’s Fly Shop:🛒 Closeout & Discontinued Sale: New items are added regularly!
🎓 Upcoming Fall Workshops:
• Fly Casting & Rigging 101 (Nov 14 & Dec 12)
• Fly Tying Classes
• SNP Native Brook Trout Fishing 101 with Jeff Murray (Nov 21 & Jan 16)
🏔️ Spring 2027 Fly Fishing Schools
More info available at www.murraysflyshop.com
Whether you're picking up a fly rod for the first Whether you're picking up a fly rod for the first time or looking to sharpen your technique, our Fly Casting Class 101 at Murray's Fly Shop in Edinburg, VA is designed to build your skills and confidence on the water!In this hands-on, 2-hour session, our experienced instructors will guide you through:Basic casting mechanics, roll casts, curve casts, and shooting lineProper fly rod & reel rigging, line selection, and essential knot tyingSmall group instruction on our casting lawn + shop demonstration📍 Location: Murray's Fly Shop – Edinburg, VA⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM  on November 14 & December 12, 2026🎟️ Cost: $35 per person🎒 Equipment: All gear provided (or feel free to bring your own setup!)Spaces are limited to keep class sizes small for personalized instruction. Reserve your spot today!
https://www.murraysflyshop.com/products/fly-casting-class-101
The Edinburg Ole Time Festival is this weekend Sep The Edinburg Ole Time Festival is this weekend September 18-20.  While in town for the festival, stop by and see us at the fly shop.  We are open on Saturday 9-3. Parking on main street is limited during the parade hours.
Our favorite hat is back in stock! Our favorite hat is back in stock!
The #shenandoahriver is low but the #smallmouthbas The #shenandoahriver is low but the #smallmouthbass are starting to kick into their fall feeding frenzy! Wade carefully and make some longer casts. #flyfishva #shenandoahvalley
The water levels remain low on the Shenandoah Rive The water levels remain low on the Shenandoah River but we are landing some nice smallmouth bass.  See the latest stream report with recommended flies for this week.
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Trout Streams Fly Fishing Report for this week. S Trout Streams Fly Fishing Report for this week.  See what flies are recommended before heading to the streams.
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Selective native brook trout can be tough to targe Selective native brook trout can be tough to target! Our September Trout Fly Special includes 12 dry flies and nymphs paired with a Murray’s Classic Leader to help you low water and challenging trout.
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Our fly shop will be closed September 5-14, 2026 a Our fly shop will be closed September 5-14, 2026 as we enjoy some vacation time with family. Online orders will be processed but there might be a delay in processing during this time.
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September Smallmouth Bass Fly Special includes str September Smallmouth Bass Fly Special includes streamers, nymphs and poppers for low water conditions. 8 flies for $38
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Smallmouth Bass Streams Fly Fishing Report for Sep Smallmouth Bass Streams Fly Fishing Report for September 2, 2026 is live.  See the latest report, recommended flies, and fly shop news. Click on the link in the bio
Fly Fishing Report for the native brook trout stre Fly Fishing Report for the native brook trout streams in the Shenandoah National Park for September 2, 2026. See the latest report, recommended flies and fly shop news. Click the link in the bio
Great levels but the North Fork of the #shenandoah Great levels but the North Fork of the #shenandoahriver is muddy with less than 18” of visibility in Edinburg this morning. Head to the South Fork of the Shenandoah today. #flyfishva #shenandoahvalley #flyfishing #dirtywater
Don't hit the river or trail without a reliable ma Don't hit the river or trail without a reliable map! 🗺️ We stock National Geographic Trails Illustrated Maps covering top spots across Virginia and West Virginia—from Shenandoah National Park to the New River Valley. Detailed, durable, and 100% waterproof.Browse available maps, click on link in bio
Our latest podcast includes information from our g Our latest podcast includes information from our guest Jackson Dierberg who is a Conservation Officer for Virginia's Department of Wildlife Resources.
Click link in bio to listen and read more on our blog page.
Whether you're brand new to fly fishing or looking Whether you're brand new to fly fishing or looking to sharpen your technique, join us for our Fly Casting 101 Class!In this hands-on, 2-hour session, you’ll learn:
Fundamental casting techniques (standard, roll, curve & shooting line casts)
How to properly rig your rod, reel, backing, fly line & leader
Essential fly-fishing knots to keep you locked in
All gear is provided, though you're welcome to bring your own setup!📍 Location: Murray’s Fly Shop – Edinburg, VA💵 Time: 10am on scheduled dates--$35pp⚠️ Note: Class size is limited and pre-registration is required.👉 Click on the link in bio#FlyFishing #FlyCasting #MurraysFlyShop #VirginiaFlyFishing #LearnToFlyFish
Poppers are working on the North Fork of the Shena Poppers are working on the North Fork of the Shenandoah River!
#topwater #smallmouthbass #flyfishing #flyfishingforbass #MurraysFlyShop
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The cooler temperatures are giving us some nice br The cooler temperatures are giving us some nice brook trout fishing. See our latest stream report for native brook trout fishing in the Shenandoah National Park along with recommended flies.  See the August 26, 2026 Report at
https://www.murraysflyshop.com/blogs/fishing-report/trout-streams-fly-fishing-report-august-26-2026
Enjoy the beautiful weather. Smallmouth Bass Fly F Enjoy the beautiful weather. Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing Report is on our website with updated  recommended flies for August 26, 2026.
See the latest report by clicking link in bio
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