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There's a good reason why Alaska is on most peoples' bucket lists: the rainbow trout fishing is some of the best found on earth. On top of that, the breathtaking landscapes offer respite from the hustle and bustle of busy lives. Sign Up For Our Newsletter Sign up for the Angler's Passport to...

The nation of New Zealand is recognized globally for its jaw-dropping landscapes, making it one of the most beautiful places in the world to fly fish. Sweeping meadows, towering peaks, rolling hills of emerald grass and wildflowers, all surrounding the isolated, gin-clear streams of our dreams; the waters of New Zealand are truly...

Golden Dorado are often viewed as the apex predator fish in South America and despite their ferociousness, strength, and brute power, they are exceptionally beautiful creatures to target on the fly. Fly fishing for golden dorado has grabbed the imagination of many anglers over the past decade and for good reason; they provide...

While traveling down to Patagonia on your fly fishing adventure or returning home, you may end up having a layover day in Buenos Aires, Argentina. With a full day to explore the city, figuring out how to make the most of it may be challenging. Buenos Aires has fine dining, art, dancing, everything...

While Guatemala may be known for its volcanoes, thick jungles, and a variety of wildlife, it is also known as one of the best bill fisheries in the world, and rightfully so. The blue water fishery in Guatemala is healthy due to the Equatorial Counter Current that creates a “billfish highway.” This current...

The Kamchatka peninsula in Russia hosts some of the best rivers in the world. The rivers are defined by their crystal-clear waters, spectacular hatches, and big healthy rainbow trout. A handful of rivers found in this wild and rugged place are truly world-class; collectively in a league of their own. Sedanka River The...