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Casting to schools of bonefish and permit is a bucket list activity for almost every fly fishing angler who dreams of fishing saltwater. Bonefish, ghosts of the flats, are known for being spooky and hard to fool with flies, but once these torpedoes take your fly they give you deep runs. Permit are...

Fly fishing is an exhilarating way to catch this hard-pulling and acrobatic anadromous fish. Salmon are especially feisty when they are fresh from the ocean and can put up an incredible fight on a fly rod. Salmon comes in various species, so fly selection can vary based on location and if you are...

Deep in the jungles of the Amazon headwaters or hidden in the complex maze of Argentina’s Paraná Delta, lurk the Golden Dorado. This colorful fish is an apex predator—it is in its nature to attack the right fly at the right time. These fish are an exceptionally unique species that are not only...

Article by Yellow Dog's Jack Porter - Director of South America Programs 1. Felt sole wading boots make a difference. One of the questions I get a lot is whether people really need to buy a pair of felt wading boots. The answer is yes. The river structures vary in every water section,...

Quick Answer Hear from full-time saltwater fly fishing guide, Wil Flack: More in-depth information on how to tip your guide Guides are a valuable asset when exploring new locales, they give you the extra edge that can turn an average day on the water into a phenomenal fishing trip, as well as creating...

Here at Yellow Dog, we have had our fair share of luggage nightmares. It is not a regular occurrence, but when it does happen, we have learned you can still make the best of the situation with some preemptive planning. How you pack your carry-on bag can make or break your trip if...