Evan and Maddox Muncy Fly Fishing (swittersb)

In the simplest terms, a child watching mom or dad fish often peeks their curiosity to learn more. They want to be near the parent (or uncle or aunt, or significant other) and they want to know what is so much fun to take you away from them. I have fond memories of introducing three sons to fly fishing. I tried with the daughter, but you can’t win them all.

I believe before the introduction of a float tube, much can be taught shore side with first a spinning reel, casting bubble and a fly. Pick an optimum time for the hatch and at first cast for them, let them slowly reel in and hopefully enjoy the hookup. I used this technique a lot when backpacking, using a collapsible rod and small reel. The kids came to appreciate the worth of a fly and the enjoyment of releasing most of the fish. All my sons were accomplished drift gear fishermen for steelhead, salmon and trout. Yet, all now primarily enjoy fly fishing and are adept with single handed and two handed rods. Patience is ALWAYS a virtue.