For those just getting into Colorado fly fishing and understanding fly fishing flies, it may seem like a daunting task. One of the most common things that beginning anglers struggle with is deciding which type of fly to use to give you the best chance of catching a fish. In today’s post, we’ll introduce you…
Read MoreThe options to fly fish Colorado are varied and offer opportunities for high-quality fishing statewide while still providing breathtaking Rocky Mountain scenery. Across the state, there are popular destinations to fly fish Colorado as well as off-the-beaten-path fisheries that can provide excellent fly fishing for Rainbow, Brown, Cutthroat, and Brook Trout. While it’s nearly impossible…
Read MoreMany of us simply hang up the waders when the first snow starts to fly but for some of us, this is the time of year to bundle up and enjoy winter fly fishing in Estes Park. Not everyone is willing to wait until spring, including the guides at our Estes Park fly shop, and…
Read MoreDry Flies vs. Wet Flies: What’s the Difference? In the sport of fly fishing, there are about as many kinds of flies as there are fish and as a result, it can be tough to tell the difference between dry flies vs. wet flies. While we are the number #1 Estes Park fly shop and…
Read More4 Techniques for Responsible Fishing Here at Kirks Flyshop, we are proud to fish responsibly, and we’re here to help you do the same. As fly fishing fanatics ourselves, we recognize the massive role we play in ensuring our fish population, especially trout, stays healthy and abundant in Estes Park. Few things compare to the…
Read MoreSpring Fly Fishing in Estes Park: Unlocking the Secrets of the Big Thompson River Spring fly fishing in Estes Park heralds the awakening of our river systems after the winter chill. As the ice melts and the trout sense the warming waters, anglers are presented with a prime opportunity before the rush of spring runoff.…
Read MoreFly Fish the Best Lakes in Rocky Mountain National Park The guides at our Colorado fly shop have been providing guided fly fishing in Rocky Mountain National Park for nearly 20 years, and while we’re not going to give away all of our hidden secrets, we can share with you some helpful tips and names…
Read MoreBeginning Fly Fishing: What To Buy Fly fishing is a fun and unique form of fishing that requires more beginner fly fishing gear than a typical fishing trip. If you are a first-time fly fisher or you have been doing it for a while and finally want to invest in your own fly fishing gear,…
Read MoreBefore school starts back up in a few weeks, take your kids out on the water a few more times. Since they’ll be spending so much time sitting at a desk, it’s important to get them outside and enjoying nature as much as possible in the remaining portion of summer vacation. While you could take…
Read More5 Tips for Fishing From a Float Tube In Estes Park, we fish for a lot of trout. Our rivers and lakes are stocked full of different species, and many fishermen appreciate the simple beauty of these fish. If you’re heading into the backcountry and want to try a new fly fishing method, rent one…
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