Jessica Strickland [38:07] is Trout Unlimited's California Inland Trout director and is an expert on the historical and curent range of this rare trout species. Where do they live today as compared to their original range? Can you still fish for them, and do you need to hike for many miles or are they more acessible close to a trailhead? You'll learn the answer to these questions and many more in this interview.
In the Fly Box this week we have some great questions, including:
For Colorado and Oklahoma trout fishing, should I get a 5-weight, 4-weight, or 3-weight rod?
Is there a rule for overlining a trout rod when it is longer than 9 feet?
Can I Spey cast with a single-handed rod?
The welded loop on my running line broke. What is the best way to make a new loop to attach it to my head?
Do you have any tips for catching stocked rainbow trout after they have been in the river for a while?
A great suggestion from a listener on how to educate other anglers from walking on trout redds.
My felt soles have not been working well. Are there different grades of felt on wading boots?
What are the guidelines for tipping a guide?
When bushwacking should you carry your rod with the tip pointed forward or back? Can I leave the legs off small nymphs? I have trouble tying them in.
Can I tie a small fly on a bigger hook?
What are your tips for winter fishing in the Northeast?
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