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Whether you are an experienced fisherman, or are just starting to get your feet wet, this guide will serve you. Inform yourself on essentials like obtaining your fishing or boating license, predicting weather patterns, identifying fish, and efficiently acquiring the necessary tools and equipment.

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General Fishing Information

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Angling

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Fly Fishing

Although fly fishing is a form of angler fishing, the practice has distinct needs. This section can help fly fishermen find tools, tactics, and specific groups and events tailored especially for them.

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To be in touch with other fly fishermen, have a look at the blogs and forums provided on many of these sites. Fishing events are announced on these forums, and you can often find helpful tips and advice from fellow fishermen on the posted discussions.

If you want to be regularly updated by the fly fishing community, consider the benefits of a membership to a fly fishing organization. Many of the Web sites listed offer membership packages, which generally include a regular newsletter.

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FlyFish.com is a river of information. Visit the "Reports" link to find fishing accounts from all over the world. The "Newsroom" keeps you current on the latest fly fishing events and upcoming expos. The Web site also educates you on bait: go to the "Flybin" link and browse flies by target species or type of fly. You can also connect to retailers and compare prices with the "Shopping" link.

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FlyFisherman.com is the online home of Fly Fisherman magazine. Visit the "Fishing Reports" link for reports on regions all across the United States and Canada. Local fishermen detail conditions in many bodies of water; click your region and scroll down to see if reports have been posted on your favorite fishing spot. You can also use the "Travel Center" link to find new favorite fishing destinations: select a location and choose fresh or saltwater options (you can select both at once). Other helpful links include "Fly-Fishing Tactics" and "Gear Reviews" (scroll down the left side of the page to find them under "Subjects").

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The Fly Fishing Network is dedicated to helping fly fishermen find gear, articles, and equipment, and to plan trips. It also has plenty of advice: visit the "Knots" section for directions and illustrations of knot tying techniques and the "Casting" section for illustrated instructions on casting. Be wary of some ads by Google at the top of each page.

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Fly Anglers OnLine does not look especially professional but the site is loaded with helpful information for the beginner and the experienced angler. If you're just starting out, try the "Flyfishing Basics" link for information on fly tying, knots, float tubing, rod building, and a beginner's journal. The more experienced will enjoy the "Features" section which is loaded with articles on typing tips, great rivers, tide charts, and lots of angling lore.

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Expert Village offers a number of instructional videos geared toward both beginners and advanced fishermen.

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