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Mar 21

Massive fish kill: Nishnabotna River, Iowa fertilizer spill

UPDATE (03/27/2024) - An estimated 750,000 fish died in this fertilizer spill, according to an article from Iowa Capital Dispatch....

Feb 2

Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Fly Fishing

There is this weird activity that has overrun the outdoor recreation industry in the past decade. People perch upright on a stand-up...

Jan 20

Fly Fishing Offseason? Things To Do in the Cold Months

Some fly anglers are fortunate enough to have great winter fisheries to spend time on during the coldest months of the year. Others, like...

Dec 10, 2023

Looking for Last-Minute Gifts? Merry Christmas!

Looking for a great and creative gift for a friend or relative? Consider a Fly Fish Iowa Gift Certificate. If you know of someone who...

Nov 26, 2023

Gear Review: Simms G3 Guide Wading Boots (Pre-2024 Model)

Simms G3 Guide Boot (Vibram Soles) Retail Value: $299.95 SALE PRICE (varies by dealer): $179.95-$239.95 Initial Thoughts These boots have...

Nov 22, 2023

2023 Season Recap: Fly Fish Iowa

Into the cold season we go. Our 2023 season at Fly Fish Iowa is essentially complete. Midwestern fly fishing opportunities dwindle...

Oct 20, 2023

Fall Fly Fishing in Iowa

Fall is an incredible time to be outside. The cool, fresh air is welcomed after a hot, humid summer season. October is one of our...

Aug 31, 2023

Gear Review: Lamson Liquid Fly Reel (pre-2024 model)

*This is not a paid promotion of this product. Lamson Liquid, starting at $139 I purchased a Lamson-Waterworks Liquid 3.5 (-7+) in...

Jul 29, 2023

Fly Fishing Tactics in the Summer Heat

Chasing fish in the middle of the summer requires some different tactics than in the cooler months of the year. Many fish tend to become...

Jun 22, 2023

Flats fishing in Florida for…Catfish?!

We just took a quick vacation to Florida, and or course, had to bring along a fly rod. The initial goal was to fly fish in the surf and...

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