For centuries fishing has always been a means of survival, but over the years it has become a hobby and a sport. One way to fish is called fly fishing, which is an angled way of casting a line into fresh or saltwater with the hope of catching trout, pike, bass, catfish, and other types of fish. However, there's more to fly fishing that just a good rod. Fishermen need waterproof and storage gear for those hours spent standing in the water.
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If you're going fly fishing there are a few essential pieces of equipment you shouldn't be without.
* '''Flies''': No, you won't have to hook those little bugs onto a fishing hook. Fishing flies are furs, feathers, and threads that are attached to hooks; they can either be intimidating or attractive. Fishing flies are sold in sets such as the Wooly Bugger Trout Fly Fishing Flies Collection. It features 18 trout flies and 6 different fly patterns. The Terrestrial Trout Fishing Flies Collection features various insects like lady bugs, ants, and crickets.
* '''Fly Boxes''': The main purpose of a fly box is to protect the contents within. A good box will keep water from getting in and prevent rusting. Fly fishing boxes are made from metal or plastic and stores your flies. The Orvis Carbon Fly Box has a carbon graphite exterior and an interior with tearactivated window compartments and fly clips in the lid.
* '''Chest Packs''': Strap a pack across your chest and you won't have to worry about lugging around fly fishing gear. This is an organized and portable way for you to take gear into the water without having to get it wet. Glacier's Outdoor Fly Fishing Universal Chest Pack can be worn on the shoulder or chest and has the ability to be clipped onto backpacks or waders.
* '''Nets''': Once the fish is hooked and you're about to reel it in, the best way to ensure the catch doesn't detach itself from the hook or flop out of the boat is with a fly fishing net. These nets are shaped like teardrops and assist fishermen. Fiskat Methow Net has a nylon and rubber net while Cabela's Folding Telescopic Net collapses for storage and has a long handle for large fish.
