There’s an old adage that the higher you climb in elevation, the darker your fly should be. Why would this be? Is there any credibility...

The short version is that the Paxis Shuttle Pod system works really well. It is easy to swing around and access and then snap back into...

Everyone loves fishing hopper flies. And by now, fly tiers have come up with almost every conceivable combination of colors for imitating...

Introduction to Paxis and Initial Purchase Pat K, a dedicated photographer and outdoor enthusiast, has been a loyal customer and avid...

Swinging soft hackles is a time-honored technique in trout fishing, proven to catch fish for centuries. While not as popular today, it...

If you’re just starting out in fly fishing, you might run across articles suggesting the laziness of trout. "Look for the slowest water,"...

The Due West Angler crew’s arrival at Wyoming’s North Platte River coincided with an upcoming forecast for blistering wind, and my...

In the trout world, anglers probably all agree that a basic understanding of insects, fish behavior, and hydrology all help you catch...

When I was just starting out fly fishing, I was content to just put any indicator on my fly line. The task of nymphing was too daunting...

In March 2020, as the world shifted, I found my fishing year taking on a new form. I decided to delve deeply into European-style fishing...

I'm by no means a completely savvy stillwater angler, but it's something I've found myself daydreaming about more and more. I know it can...

An overview of fly fishing in Montana from Trout on the Fly. Our friends at Trout on the Fly have all the details about where to fly fish...

Fly Fusion Magazine recently named the Twin Lakes Backpack as Best Innovation for Fly Fishing. Here at Paxis we love solving problems and...

By Darin Koob | Outer Escapes Being located on the East Coast is about the only thing these two fishing destinations have in common. Read...

This Alaskan island is home to a variety of fish, making it the perfect place for steelhead and chasing salmon. Located in SE Alaska,...

Fly fishing guide J Michelle Swope talks conservation, strides made for women in fly fishing, and Women on the Fly. Growing up on the...

If you are an avid fishing person, you can probably name off 25 fishing destinations without blinking an eye. However, sometimes it’s fun...

In the Pacific Northwest, it doesn’t get any better than the Olympic National Park. It is widely known as one of the most scenic places...

Casting for Recovery is a remarkable program that goes beyond the realms of traditional rehabilitation Founded in 1996, Casting for...

Birdwatching, a delightful hobby for nature enthusiasts, offers a unique opportunity to connect with the beauty of the avian world. As a...