05/28/2026
https://flylifecanada.ca/blogs/news/the-learning-curve-do-you-have-a-plan-novice-to-advanced
The Learning Curve – Do you have a Plan? Novice to Advanced.
What are the milestones for fly anglers as they develop their skill levels from novice to intermediate and advanced in lake fishing? The timeline to progress through these stages varies based on how often you fish, but most anglers reach efficiency within two to five years. Here is the typical timel...
05/21/2026
https://flylifecanada.ca/blogs/news/best-approach-to-learning-a-new-fly-fishing-tactic
Best Approach to Learning a New Fly-Fishing Tactic - Beginners Advice
Learning new, specialized stillwater tactics like the washing line (using a buoyant point fly to suspend nymphs) or descent line (a slowly sinking, unweighted team of flies) requires a systematic approach focusing on rig/leader construction, finding the right water conditions, and mastering the retr...
04/09/2026
A collection of books isn't quite complete without this wonderful book by Hans van Klinken.
Book - The Klink
The Klinkhåmer Special is probably the most popular fishing fly in the world today. It floats on the end of fly lines on salmon, trout or grayling rivers, from Britain to USA, and Scandinavia to Mongolia. This year marks the fly's 40th anniversary and to celebrate the occasion, its creator Hans van...