SHAD / CARP

Fly fishing for shad isn't on the top of the list for a lot of fly fishers, but if you're on a river during a run it's definitely worth giving these often overlooked fish a shot.

Carp, once thought of as just a trash fish are quickly becoming a popular game fish. Fly fisherman around the world are realizing that carp are fun to catch. They are smart, picky, spooky, and put up an excellent fight when hooked. The best thing about them is that chances are a carp lives in your neighbourhood, no need to travel to some exotic destination.