Fly Rod Weight Guide: Does Rod Weight Matter? Fly fishing gear is distinctly different than conventional tackle and many beginners who come into our Colorado fly shop commonly ask the question “Does line and rod weight matter?“. The short answer is “Yes!”. Picking the right line and rod for the type of fishing you plan…
Read MoreOvernight Float Fishing Trips Our overnight float fishing trips provide a unique opportunity to disconnect from the daily grind and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the river. This adventure allows you to catch wild brown and rainbow trout while enjoying the serene surroundings and camping under the stars. The upper Colorado River, set…
Read MoreFly Fishing the Rocky Mountains: Fly Fish Estes Park Year-Round There are many reasons to fly fish Estes Park year-round. But the different seasons bring different approaches and every angler seeks different things out of fly fishing in Colorado. From fly fishing tailwaters in the winter to Rocky Mountain National Park fly fishing in high…
Read MoreColorado Llama Hikes: Put It On Your Bucket List Our Colorado llama hike is a unique activity and should be a part of any trip to Rocky Mountain National Park. While hiking Rocky Mountain National Park is a wonderful activity in and of itself, the experience can be enhanced by booking a Colorado llama hike…
Read MoreImprove Your Technique: 5 Tips for Dry Fly Fishing When you tell someone that you are a fly fisherman the first image that comes to mind is that of dry fly fishing. Dry fly fishing in Colorado is the purest form of that image. That is not to say that it is always the best.…
Read MoreFor those just getting into Colorado fly fishing and understanding fly fishing flies, it may seem like a daunting task. One of the most common things that beginning anglers struggle with is deciding which type of fly to use to give you the best chance of catching a fish. In today’s post, we’ll introduce you…
Read MoreMany of us simply hang up the waders when the first snow starts to fly but for some of us, this is the time of year to bundle up and enjoy winter fly fishing in Estes Park. Not everyone is willing to wait until spring, including the guides at our Estes Park fly shop, and…
Read MoreDry Flies vs. Wet Flies: What’s the Difference? In the sport of fly fishing, there are about as many kinds of flies as there are fish and as a result, it can be tough to tell the difference between dry flies vs. wet flies. While we are the number #1 Estes Park fly shop and…
Read More4 Techniques for Responsible Fishing Here at Kirks Flyshop, we are proud to fish responsibly, and we’re here to help you do the same. As fly fishing fanatics ourselves, we recognize the massive role we play in ensuring our fish population, especially trout, stays healthy and abundant in Estes Park. Few things compare to the…
Read MoreSpring Fly Fishing in Estes Park: Unlocking the Secrets of the Big Thompson River Spring fly fishing in Estes Park heralds the awakening of our river systems after the winter chill. As the ice melts and the trout sense the warming waters, anglers are presented with a prime opportunity before the rush of spring runoff.…
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