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Chapter Eleven: Fly Fishing Saltwater Inshore Flats

Fishing in shallow water

Fly Fishing How To Videos From Orvis - Fishing Saltwater Inshore Flats Chapter 11

From striped bass in New England to bonefish in the tropics, inshore sight-fishing for saltwater fish is an addicting pastime. Learn how to find saltwater fish in shallow water, how to stalk them, what flies to choose, and how to play these big, strong fish.

You will also learn the basics of the double haul, a casting technique that is essential for saltwater fly fishing, and you'll also learn a special loop knot for attaching big flies to your leader.

Watch the entire chapter, or select segments below:

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  1. Fly Fishing Saltwater Flats Intro

    00:35

  2. Fly Vs. Spin

    01:16

  3. Find The Habitat First

    02:33

  4. How To Locate Feeding Fish

    00:25

  5. Understanding Tides

    01:23

  6. Make The First Cast Count

    00:37

  7. Rods And Other Equipment For Salt Water

    01:43

  8. Strategies For Spotting And Approaching Fish

    02:37

  9. Approaching Fish

    01:15

  10. Communicating With Your Guide

    01:26

  11. Choosing Flies

    01:48

  12. How To Present The Fly

    01:16

  13. How To Retrieve The Fly

    00:35

  14. Basics Of The Double Haul

    03:28

  15. Fine Tuning The Double Haul

    01:04

  16. Casting To Fast-Moving Fish

    00:51

  17. Striking Saltwater Fish

    02:12

  18. Fly Fishing Saltwater Flats Conclusion

    01:00

  19. Bonefish Catch & Release: Best Handling Practices

    5:02

  20. Bonefish & Tarpon Trust: Bonefish Habitat

    2:24

  21. Bonefish Catch & Release: What Not To Do

    0:46
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