Fishing the streams of Yellowstone National Park may require some skills you may not have thought about.
- Hiding and sneaking up on trout is a big part of it. Trout spook very easy.
- Being able to get your fly to drift naturally or what anglers call a “drag free drift” in turbulent water with cross currents is necessary.
- Being able to cast a fly a long distance is not one of them. Short, pile, curve, roll and other types of “messed up” cast are necessary.
- Having a huge amount of expensive fly gear is not a requirement. The most important thing is your fly. That is the only thing the trout should see.
- Having inside knowledge of secret fishing holes is not a part of it. Trout are very abundant in all of the streams.
- Those new to fly-fishing for trout may also be surprised to learn that the trout they are trying to catch are relatively small but that they are either native or wild trout that were born in the streams. The trout are not stocked trout from a hatchery.
- Fly-fishing the park is not difficult. Once you get the hang of a few basics techniques, you should be able to catch a few trout.
- Never forget that the experience of fly-fishing should be fun, peaceful and relaxing. Being able to enjoy the day should be your first priority.