Fly Fishing Trip Checklist

If you plan to go on a Fly Fishing Trip, here is some valuable travel information that will make your fishing vacation so much more enjoyable. Always try to make use of a travel service that specializes in fishing and that they provide fishing guides. A fishing guide is essential, especially if you did not fish your destination waters before and therefore want to arrange for guided fishing. Check with your travel service what the fishing lodge will provide for the duration of your fishing trip. Does it include a fly fishing guide? Will it also include fly fishing equipment? I suggest that you buy some books with specific information concerning the fishing destination you intend to visit and familiarize yourself.

Here is a checklist that you can use when preparing for your fishing trip.

Fly Fishing Equipment

Essential Fishing gear

• Fly rod plus a spare rod in the same weight for the intended fishing destination.

• Fly reels plus the correct lines plus spare reels and lines in the covers for safe storage.

• Fishing flies in Fly Boxes, Fly floatant plus a hook sharpener.

• Leaders, tippets and super glue (make sure that you acquire fresh spools)

• Well worn wading boots (remember to take spare laces)

• Polaroid glasses to protect your eyes against glare.

• Wide-brimmed hat ( long-billed cap comes highly recommended)

• Landing net, stripping basket and wading staff.

• Fly vest or fanny pack depending on the waters you intend to fish.

• Clippers and a Fishing knife (I use a old Leatherman PST II)

Additional Fishing gear

Winter or Cold fishing:
• Breathable waders.
• Fleece, layered and quick drying clothing.
• Waterproof or breathable jackets with hood and Velcro wrist locks.

Summer or Tropical fishing:
• Wading shoes and sunglasses
• Light, quick drying uv protected clothing.
• Water bottle plus sachets of sportsman drink.