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An Introduction to 3 Commons Types of Fly Fishing Flies

February 16, 2023

For 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…

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4 Ways to Fish Responsibly

August 27, 2020

4 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…

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Take the Kids to Dream Lake

July 28, 2016

Before school starts back up in a few weeks, take your kids out on the water a few more times. Since they’ll be spending so much time sitting at a desk, it’s important to get them outside and enjoying nature as much as possible in the remaining portion of summer vacation. While you could take…

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Three Reasons to Work with a Fly Fishing Instructor

June 6, 2016

If you’re just getting started out in fly fishing, you may ask yourself some key questions like “am I casting right?” or “which knot do I use for this application?” or maybe even “what are the fishing eating right now and how do I catch them?”. With time, many questions like this will be answered…

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Felt vs. Rubber Wading Boots

October 16, 2015

Those that take up Colorado fly fishing know what a challenge it can be to find the right pair of footwear, whether it’s felt or rubber wading boots. Over the years, the technology has improved, and felt and rubber wading boots have transformed. Aside from style, anglers have the most difficult time deciding whether to…

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