Angling writer John Gierach talks of the differences between big and small waters in the opening chapter of his book, "Fly Fishing Small Streams" (1989, Stackpole Books, Mechanicsburg, Penn., $15 ...

Small Stream Fly Rod You don’t need expensive gear to enjoy small stream fishing. I like a short, slow-action rod between 6 and 7 feet—that length is easy to maneuver in dense underbrush.

Small streams require technical fishing, patience, and the willingness to get excited about a ten-inch fish. They’re not for everyone, but if you can put aside big-fish aspirations, there’s a ...

Alexandru Stoica is one such angler who loves lure fishing various rivers and streams throughout the UK in search of huge ...

Smallie-rich streams can be found all over the country, and with one rod, minimal tackle, and a pair of old sneakers, you’re in the game. The gear might be simple, but it’s critical to understand how ...

It's been said that small-stream fishing has a life and attitude of its own, an attitude that anglers either compliantly adopt or go home frustrated, vowing never to return.

Reading a Trout Stream: A Beginner’s Guide to Finding Fish All trout holding spots are not created equal. Here's how to find some of the good ones.

Small streams require technical fishing, patience, and the willingness to get excited about a ten-inch fish. They’re not for everyone, but if you can put aside big-fish aspirations, there’s a ...