Beating the Winter Fly Fishing Blues in Denver Colorado

Looking for a great way to break up the monotony of long winter months? Try your hand at some Denver winter fly fishing in one of the few states where you can fish every season of the year. In fact, Field & Stream magazine rates Colorado waters as the second best for cold weather fly […]

Gearing up for Winter Fly fishing in Colorado

Winter fly fishing on Colorado waters is an almost ethereal experience. The scenery is astounding. You have the water to yourself and the pace is relaxing.   All you need is the appropriate clothing to stay warm in winter temperatures, and some slight adjustments to your gear and technique. Drop in to your local Minturn Anglers […]

Environmentally Conscious Colorado Fly Fishing

To complete a school science project, my grandson Ben interviewed me about my attitude and the practices I follow to help keep our environment clean. His inquisitive mind quickly honed in on some of my extra-curricular activities, particularly fly fishing. What impact, he wanted to know, does my I involvement in the sport have upon […]

Treat Your Family to a Mile-High Fly Fishing Vacation

Colorado is a spectacular state to visit, unlike anywhere else. When you choose Colorado as a fly fishing destination, you will be treating your family to views of majestic mountains, sparkling streams and rivers, prairie grasslands and desert vistas. This is the highest state in the nation, and contains 58 mountains higher than 14,000 feet. […]

Attend Minturn Anglers Guide School to Become a Successful Fly Fishing Guide

I am a fly fishing enthusiast, and have spent hours browsing the Minturn Anglers fly shop in Denver and talking to staff and fly fishing guides who happen to be around. As well, my buddies and I have been out fishing with Minturn guides a number of times, and I am always somewhat envious of what […]

Revisiting the South Platte River in Hartsel, Colorado

One of my favorite Denver fly fishing destinations is the South Platte River, right at Harstel where Highways 9 and 24 intersect. Just a short drive from Denver and Colorado Springs, Hartsel offers over 25 miles of public access for fly fishing in an area designated as Gold Medal Trout Stream water. The area is […]

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