The trout rivers of Southern Vermont, particularly the Battenkill River, are some of the most cherished waters for fly fishing in New England. However, early-season fly fishing on these rivers presents a unique set of challenges. Success often depends on the delicate alignment of natural conditions—where snowmelt, spring rains, cold water temperatures, and the timing of the first insect hatches all come together to create or hinder angling ...Read More »

While catch-and-release, and leave-no-trace are well known ethical practices within the fly-fishing community, I thought preseason would be a good time to remind us of our own personal angling ethics—how we interact with others on the water. As in any sport, fly fishing has its own set of rules, regulations and unwritten ethics. Each state posts its own fishing regulations, but as an Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing guide, I'm often asked, "What is ...Read More »