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For many anglers, it’s an addiction chasing tarpon on the flats and channels of Belize. Given that the fish can grow to over 200 pounds make it one of the most sought-after game fish on the planet. Tarpon will inhale the fly and won’t actually eat it. Sign Up For Our Newsletter Sign...

The Yellow Dog team knows that airline fees can be pricey. None seem to add up as quickly as the overweight baggage fee. It’s especially easy to exceed weight limits with international fishing trips as you pack gear, rods, clothes, and anything else to enjoy for an adventure abroad. Sign Up For Our...

“It’s one of the best small pieces of water in the world for high densities of giant fish. Very little compares to it.” My eyes were probably the size of dinner plates when John Hudgens, longtime fly fishing guide and Yellow Dog’s in-house expert on Argentina, said that to me. Sign Up For...

As a rule, the trout of New Zealand are usually more concerned about how you present the fly rather than what you present, so it is imperative that you practice for accuracy and delicacy before you embark on your journey to NZ. As such, there is no reason to bring every trout fly...

Yellow Dog’s New Zealand program has experienced considerable growth and expansion over the past two years, going from one lodge and one independent guide to eight lodges and three independent guides. We also partner with dozens of resorts and providers of tourism products (from wine tours to boat cruises), which allows us to...

Have you ever dreamed of getting your own Grand Slam? In the second installment of our Grand Slam opportunities in the Caribbean, we continue our conversation with Yellow Dog’s Cameron Davenport, Program Director for Belize and Guatemala to find out the best ways to make this coveted accomplishment a reality for your next...