Orvis builds all of its rods from the Access line on up there in Manchester from start to finish. The price point rods (Clearwater & Streamline) are made overseas to the specifications of the rod shop here in the USA. Is Orvis going out of business? While all stores are closed, Orvis’ online business is … Read more
The Beadhead Prince Nymph most accurately imitates a stonefly or a mayfly nymph but can imitate a variety of other insects depending on the size, color and river that you are fishing. What are nymph flies good for? The flies imitate these underwater insects and can be fished either dry on top of the water … Read more
Like all insects, dragonflies are technically ectotherms (“cold-blooded”), but that doesn’t mean they’re at the mercy of Mother Nature to keep them warm or cool. Dragonflies that patrol (those that habitually fly back and forth) employ a rapid whirring movement of their wings to raise their body temperatures . How does a dragonfly fly? Dragonflies … Read more