Change of Pace Flies
Large trout in heavily fished streams become very tough to catch this time of year. I believe part of the reason for this
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Easy Trout
Now that the Trico hatch is in full swing on our trout streams you can rest assured that these trout probably have examined
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Stream Approach
The most valuable angling skill you can master is learning how to approach the specific piece of water you plan to fish. Sounds
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Keep Healthy
When we are floating the smallmouth bass river or climbing the mountain trout stream we usually carry a lunch and drinking water in
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Streamer Success
Here are two simple steps that can easily double the number of successfully hooked fish on your streamer fishing. (1) Always follow the
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The Best Action with Surface Bugs
In order to catch large bass consistently on hard surface bugs it is very important to be able to adjust the bug action
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Reading a Smallmouth River
The most valuable skill a smallmouth angler can develop is learning to read the water accurately. The few minutes spent analyzing a section
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New Angler, part D
“I am new to fly fishing and need advice on rods for freshwater fishing”. This question came in as email and I believe
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My Helpful Angler’s Calendar
My angler’s calendar is very large, having about two inch square spaces for each date. This allows plenty of space for me to
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An Expert Anglers Insight
For many years a Cricket Dry Fly has been one of my most dependable flies all across the country in all types of
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New Angler, Part B
“I am new to fly fishing and need advice on rods for freshwater fishing”. This question came in as email and I believe
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Switch-Hand Casting
I have a good friend who injured his right shoulder badly. Since he cast with his right hand he was very disappointed that
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Refine Your Smallmouth Fishing
When I wrote my first book Fly Fishing Techniques for Smallmouth Bass an editor with Field and Stream Magazine was very impressed with
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Hiking Comfort
When I hike into the remote hollows to fish mountain trout streams I wear my felt sole boot foot hippers if I am
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Caddisflies Tandem Rig
At this time of the year caddisflies are very active. Frequently each evening there are adults returning to the streams to deposit eggs
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Find Good Trout Fishing
I have a good angling friend who consistently gets very good trout fishing. In
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Dry Fly Refusal
Many trout refusals of dry flies result from one of two problems which can be easily corrected. First the fly may be too
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Mastering Trout Nymph Fishing
Here is how you can easily solve the dilemma of trout nymph fishing. On a day when you have caught several dozen trout
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Short Casts
When the mountain trout streams are carrying a high water level I always catch more fish by using short casts to precise feeding
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Fly Fishing Tip: Buck the Wind
Casting directly into a strong wind or with a strong wind coming in on your casting arm can present problems. One way I
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Fix Those Line Wraps on a Fly Rod
Frequently the wind or an underpowered casts causes the line to form a knot around the upper part of the fly rod. When
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Large Bass Go Deep in Cold Water
As the rivers temperatures drop the bass undergo a mini migration to deeper water which can range from five to eight feet deep.
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MFS Hoodie Sweatshirts
Temperatures in the 30’s this morning. Need a new hoodie sweatshirt to keep you warm.
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10% off Fly Fishing Outfits with Student ID
Looking for a new fly fishing outfit (includes fly rod, fly reel, fly line, and backing) and have a student ID? Stop by
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Stop and Impart Action
When you are fishing streamers across stream for trout or bass as you wade downstream stop and stand still before stripping your fly
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Never Too Young!
Those trout don’t have a chance!
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Murray’s Fly Shop T-Shirts
Our new Murray’s Fly Shop T-Shirts just arrived. $15.50 for size S-XL and $17.50 for XX-Large
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Rewarding Angling
A beginning angler’s goal is to catch lots of fish. Later he developes to where he wants big fish. After years, the serious
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On-The-Stream Brook Trout Fly Fishing Schools
We are currently filling our Mountain Trout On-The-Stream Schools which take place in the Shenandoah National Park. These schools focus on the tactics
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Predictions for Trout Fishing in VA in 2011
Considering the number of trout in our streams in the Appalachian and Blue Ridge Mountains, the quality of the streams, and the density
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Late Season Trout
How late in the season can you fish for trout? The way I love trout fishing I go all the way through the
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Safe Wading
Folstaff Wading Staff $132.00 A good wading stick is a great aid when wading fast streams and I don’t mean just large rivers.
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Switch Rod Fly Fishing for Smallmouth Bass
Listen to Harry Murray discuss the techniques and tactics which make the utilization of a Switch Rod beneficial for the Smallmouth Bass Fly
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Cleaning and Dressing your Fly Line
This photo essay will cover the steps to clean and dress your fly line to ensure optimum performance. Step 1 I apply a
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Fly Rod Tip: Ferrule Care
Ferrules on graphite and glass fly rods can slip and break and you can even cast the tip section off your rod if
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Fishing Tip: Damp Bootfoot Waders
I use boot foot waders because of a foot problem I have. However, when I’m on a trip in which I fish all
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Reading a Smallmouth Bass River
Listen to Harry Murray discuss the details of reading the water to improve your Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing success. https://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles/readingariver.mp3Podcast: Play in new
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Upstream Dead Drift Nymphing
Harry Murray discusses Upstream Dead Drift Nymphing Tactics for both Smallmouth Bass and Trout. https://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles/upstrdeaddrift.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe:
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Dangerous Trick
When your fly becomes hooked on a tree limb several feet beyond your reach, there is a great temptation to stick your rod
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Reading A Smallmouth River
Reading the water correctly enabled Harry Murray to catch this nice smallmouth. https://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles///readingariver.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: RSS
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Fly Parts.. 1000 Dumbbell Eyes!
These eyes will soon find a home on one of the thousands of Murray’s Hellgrammites or Marauders that our USA based fly tiers
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Happy New Year
Thank you to our valued customers and friends for allowing us to share the joy of fly fishing with them. Â We have
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Scott T2H Two Handed Fly Rods
Yesterday afternoon we headed to the river with the Hyde Skiff in tow to try out Scott’s “Switch Rod” the T2H 10′ 8
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Another trip for our new Hyde Skiff
With snow in the forecast and tomorrow’s high of 35 degrees, our smallmouth bass fly fishing might be coming to an end. It
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Getting Ready For 2010
Our fly tyers are already requesting a bulk supply of ostrich for the thousands of Murray’s Hellgrammites that will be tied and sold
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New Products for 2010
Harry reviews several new products for 2010.
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Strikes 2009…
Filmed throughout the 2009 fly fishing season from Virginia to Alaska and many parts in between. We were fortunate enough to find a
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