Fly Fishing 20-Inch Trout on a Wild River | Camping & Big Browns
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Fly Fishing 20-Inch Trout on a Wild River | Camping & Big Browns

If you're dreaming of big trout, backcountry campsites, and the kind of river days that live in your soul for weeks, you're in the right place. In today’s Fly Life Media Video of the Day, we join Crazy About Fly Fishing on his all-time favorite river — a stretch of water teeming with wild 20+ inch browns and rainbows. With a tent pitched streamside and the coffee steaming, he shows us how it’s done with finesse, patience, and the right gear in hand. Whether you’re scouting your next trip or just soaking in the vibes, this video is pure trout hunter bliss.

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Chasing Giant Wild Brown Trout in New Zealand's Pristine Waters
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Chasing Giant Wild Brown Trout in New Zealand's Pristine Waters

Join NZ Adventurer on an unforgettable journey into the heart of New Zealand's pristine wilderness. This epic fly fishing adventure takes us deep into a beech-lined valley, surrounded by snow-capped mountains, where crystal-clear waters hide some of the largest wild brown trout you'll find. Watch as he embarks on a challenging yet rewarding quest to land these elusive fish. With breathtaking scenery and thrilling sight fishing moments, this is an adventure you won’t want to miss. Tune in to discover the true beauty and challenge of New Zealand fly fishing!

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Alberta’s Best: Catching a 2-Foot Brown Trout on Dry Fly
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Alberta’s Best: Catching a 2-Foot Brown Trout on Dry Fly

Today’s video takes us to the stunning waters of Alberta, Canada, where Amelia hooks into a truly remarkable catch—a two-foot brown trout on the dry fly! Captured by the talented team at Jensen Fly Fishing, this video showcases not only an impressive fish but also the incredible tactics and tips you’ll need for your own dry fly adventures. Get ready for an exhilarating moment as Amelia’s patience and precision pay off in this incredible fly fishing experience. Don’t forget to check out their Patreon for more in-depth fishing insights and exclusive content. Enjoy the catch of the day!

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Why the Green Baker River Is a Dream Destination for Big Brown Trout
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Why the Green Baker River Is a Dream Destination for Big Brown Trout

We caught up with Caz fresh off a trip to the legendary Green Baker River in Chile—a stretch of wild blue that’s as remote as it is rewarding. For those of us who live and breathe big water and bigger trout, this one’s been on the bucket list for a while. Caz made the trek, fished hard, and came back with stories of streamer eats, ant hatches gone nuclear, and brown trout built like linebackers. This isn’t your backyard creek—it’s full-send Patagonia, where glacial flows meet high stakes.

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Master the Patagonia Swing: 5 Tips for Fly Fishing Migratory Brown Trout
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Master the Patagonia Swing: 5 Tips for Fly Fishing Migratory Brown Trout

We caught up with Gastón somewhere between the tail end of one season and the scramble to prep for the next — the man barely slows down. Born with a rod in hand and raised on the waters of Córdoba before finding his true calling in Patagonia, Gastón’s story reads like every angler’s daydream. From chasing silversides as a kid to guiding on the legendary rivers of Tierra del Fuego, he’s built a life around big water, bigger trout, and the kind of sunsets that make you forget what day it is. We talked migratory browns, fly setups, and what it means to turn wild country into a classroom — and a career.

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Ice Off Fly Fishing: Catching Giant Cutthroat Trout
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Ice Off Fly Fishing: Catching Giant Cutthroat Trout

Today’s Fly Life Media Video of the Day takes us on an epic 27-hour adventure with Dr.FlyFilms, who’s chasing massive cutthroat trout during the peak ‘Ice Off’ season. It's one of the most exciting times of year for fly fishing, where leeches and chironomids come into play as Dr. Fly Films targets some of the largest fish in the lake. Whether you're a seasoned fly angler or new to the sport, this video is packed with tips and techniques to land trophy fish in the ice-off period.

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5 Fly Fishing Mistakes to Avoid for Catching More Trout
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5 Fly Fishing Mistakes to Avoid for Catching More Trout

Welcome back to Fly Life Media’s Video of the Day! 🎣
Today, we’re riding along with Hardman Fishing Adventures, who’s serving up some seriously valuable advice — the 5 things you should avoid while fly fishing for trout. Whether you’re just starting out or have been chasing fins for decades, this is the kind of wisdom that can save your day on the water. From smart spending habits to better hook sets and faster fish landings, Hardman breaks it all down with the kind of real-world tips every guide wishes clients knew. Let’s dive in, tighten those knots, and sharpen our approach!

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Night Fishing for Giant Rainbows: Pro Tips from NZ
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Night Fishing for Giant Rainbows: Pro Tips from NZ

We caught up with Ben, one of those rare anglers who walks the line between laid-back Kiwi humility and razor-sharp competitive drive. He’s not your typical full-time guide—he’s a mechanical engineer by trade—but when word gets out, folks know who to call. Between chasing monster rainbows under moonlight and gearing up for the World Fly Fishing Championships in the Czech Republic, Ben sat down with us to talk passion, patience, and what it really takes to fish at the top level.

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5 Days Alone: Hiking, Packrafting & Fly Fishing New Zealand Wilderness
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5 Days Alone: Hiking, Packrafting & Fly Fishing New Zealand Wilderness

Today’s Fly Life Media Video of the Day takes you deep into the heart of the New Zealand backcountry with creator Scotty’s Gone Walkabout. In this stunning solo adventure, Scotty hikes, packrafts, and fly fishes his way through untouched wilderness over five unforgettable days. Self-filmed, self-funded, and packed with jaw-dropping scenery and wild fish, this film captures the true spirit of exploration and fly fishing. Grab your gear, tighten those boots — this is the kind of journey that reminds us why we chase wild waters in the first place.

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5 Essential Tips for Catching Lake-Run Trout with Payton Hanssen
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5 Essential Tips for Catching Lake-Run Trout with Payton Hanssen

We caught up with Payton on a slow morning while the river was still waking up—steam rising, birds tuning up, and coffee in hand. She’s the kind of angler who doesn’t just fish—she feels the water, sees the bigger picture, and brings a conservationist’s heart to everything she does. From her first shaky casts in a backyard pond to landing partnerships with Redington and RIO, Payton’s journey is all about grit, growth, and genuine love for the outdoors. Pull up a chair and settle in—this one’s got heart, hustle, and a few hard-earned lessons from the water.

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Fly Fishing The Trout Capital of the USA – The White River
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Fly Fishing The Trout Capital of the USA – The White River

Today, we’re hopping down to the legendary waters of Cotter, Arkansas with the crew from Travel.Fish.Film. In this adventure, they dive into the heart of the Casting 4 A Cure Trout Rodeo — a one-of-a-kind tournament that's all about good fish, good people, and a great cause.
Set on the famed White River — often called the trout capital of America — anglers gathered not just to chase big browns and rainbows, but to support vital research for Rett Syndrome and the kids at LeBonheur Children’s Hospital

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Fly Fishing New Zealand: A Young Guide’s Epic Backcountry Adventure
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Fly Fishing New Zealand: A Young Guide’s Epic Backcountry Adventure

We caught up with Brady, a young guide with an old soul and a 5-weight in hand, who’s traded comfort for the chase—living out of a car in the New Zealand backcountry, stalking brown trout that spook at their own shadow. From his humble roots wrangling critters in Arkansas ponds to guiding high-country waters in Breckenridge, this fella's journey reminds us why we fish: not just for the tug, but for the stories that ripple out long after the cast. Here’s what he had to say about chasing fish, finding friends across the globe, and living a life tied to the current.

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Fly Fishing Tips: Reading Rivers and Streams for Trout
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Fly Fishing Tips: Reading Rivers and Streams for Trout

In today's video, Tom Rosenbauer of The New Fly Fisher shares expert advice on how to understand and read rivers and streams to locate trout. Whether you're fishing in a small mountain stream or a large river, Tom walks us through how to spot prime fishing spots, understand current patterns, and predict where trout will be hiding.

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Mastering the Art of Patience | How One Guide Landed a 23-Inch Brook Trout
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Mastering the Art of Patience | How One Guide Landed a 23-Inch Brook Trout

Sometimes, the key to success on the water isn't the fanciest gear or the perfect cast; it’s patience. I recently caught up with a guide who shared a story that proves just that. Between testing different fly patterns and watching a lake’s big fish refuse to bite, he showed that being patient—and paying attention to the little details—can pay off in a big way. Here’s how he landed a 23-inch, 5.4-pound brook trout after an afternoon of careful sight fishing

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