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The Art of Flyfishing – Part 1: Introduction to Fly Tying

In this intimate class, Paul Aguilar, fly fishing guide with Silver Creek Outfitters and part of 5B Anglers, will answer a key question – which fly do I use? By analyzing an insect’s shape, participants will learn how to identify key parts and then practice tying flies for fishing. Hosted by Hailey Public Library on Thursday, February 27 from 5:30-7:30 PM at Town Center West, 116 S River. Free. Space limited and preregistration is required by emailing kristin.fletcher@haileypubliclibrary.org.

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ONE OCEAN FILM TOUR

The One Ocean Film Tour is a series of ocean-loving films focused on adventure, the aquatic environment and inspirational stories. The tour was created in 2020 with the vision to increase awareness about ocean protection and conservation by sharing films made by people who have dedicated their lives to the ocean and all her glory. The tour is available for ocean businesses, groups and others to book and conduct community screenings world wide.

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Fly Fishing, Summer

4 Ways to Best Experience Fly Fishing in Sun Valley

Sun Valley still supports the kind of fishery you might have imagined existed back when Lewis & Clark first made their trip through Idaho. Fly fishing on four extraordinarily diverse waterways sit anywhere from a stones throw to an hour drive away hold a diverse species of fish. Find monstrous brown trout in Silver Creek, healthy rainbows in the Big Wood River, vibrant cutthroats in the Lost River, and apex bull trout & salmonoids in the Salmon River. Combined, these famed Idaho rivers/creeks make the area a true nexus of freshwater fly fishing. The Sun Valley area offers an incredible diversity of fly fishing opportunities for everyone from the casual novice to the ambitious expert. Time to buy a stack of postcards for Mom, because you’ll have plenty of fish stories to tell after wading our local waters. Guides There are a ton of great fishing holes spread all across the Wood River Valley and even more on the neighboring drainages. With hundreds of miles of waterways and ever-changing meanders the best way to maximize your fly fishing experience is to hire a guide. Beyond just knowing all the honey holes, guides will set you up with the tastiest fly’s to get …