Drift Boat Fishing 101

Drift Boat Fishing 101 - As fly anglers, most of us are always seeking to learn more about our sport. One of the areas in which many may be a little short on experience and knowledge is in fishing from and handling a drift boat. This includes dorys, rafts and even the new pontoon and other personal flotation devices. Dennis Breer...Seasoned veteran guide on the Green River with Trout Creek Flies and in Alaska, gained his skill and knowledge the old fashioned way: by working and guiding the river. Driftboat Fishing 101 is the culmination of over 15 years of observation and experience on how to handle and how to fish successfully from drift boats so that you get the most enjoyment from your experience. This is an introduction to those skills. Covers the equipment you need to be legally and properly outfitted, including:

• Rods
• Nymph fishing techniques
• Dry fly fishing techniques
• Where to cast
• How and where to position you boat