Natural Resource Recreation & Tourism

Fly fishing on Spinney Mountain Res from the Pontoon boat

2019 South Park: Season Premiere

Posted on May 1, 2019May 1, 2019 by so-fly adventures

No, I am not talking about the cartoon! I am talking about the best place to fish for trophy trout (arguably) in Colorado. It was only a couple of days ago, on the 27th of April we saw the opening day at Spinney Mountain Reservoir for the 2019 season, and today May 1st, the south boat ramp at Antero Reservoir opens up; with the north boat ramp following suite a couple weeks later on May 25th. Last but not least, we saw Eleven Mile Reservoir open up for boating on the 29th of April. So officially, the 2019 South Park season is well underway!

A Gulf Coast Adventure

Posted on April 20, 2019April 22, 2019 by so-fly adventures

a twin pair of MH-65 Dolphin US Coast Guard Rescue helicopters lifted off out of Coast Guard Air Station Corpus Christi heading south. They buzzed low over the treacherous sea, their AGL only a couple feet above the rolling waves, their search lights glaring. Their target: an overturned fishing boat somewhere within Laguna Madre, marooned smack in-between Corpus Christi and Port Mansfield.

Game On

Posted on March 30, 2019April 1, 2019 by so-fly adventures

At first, there was just one. Gracefully and silently ascending through the water column. It was shadowing a school of bait-fish that had wandered too far from shore. Soon, it was joined by more hunters of the marauding party. They were on the move. Game on.

Who’s Excited for Carp?

Posted on March 10, 2019March 19, 2019 by so-fly adventures

Fly fishing for Carp is a blast! Whether you're targeting Common Carp, Grass Carp, or Mirror Carp - these fish are sure to test your fly fishing skills. Once hooked-up, these powerful fish will certainly test your equipment, knot tying skills, and arm strength as well.

Tending to the fly box & inventory of flies

Ode to the Bunny Leech

Posted on March 8, 2019March 12, 2019 by so-fly adventures

If you are looking for a last minute addition to your fly box, simply looking to try something new or if you are a “fly-prepper” (like myself) and wanting to ty up several dozen flies for your next trip – look no further then the Bunny Leech.

Fly Fishing for Carp in downtown Denver, Colorado

Fishing: Plain & Simple

Posted on February 17, 2019March 12, 2019 by so-fly adventures

So, try enjoying the hell out of your next cast; your next missed strike; your next 2-hour drive to your favorite fishing hole; hell, even your next bird’s nest because it all means that you are still here. You are still in the game, you are still in the fight we call life.

A Wildlife Nomad

Posted on February 16, 2019February 16, 2019 by so-fly adventures

We work in remote areas, usually far away from big cities and in small groups. It is really fun to meet new people and live off the grid while perfecting our passion. One thing that immediately bonds us all is our love for the outdoors and for conservation

Ways of the Anglers

Posted on February 9, 2019February 17, 2019 by so-fly adventures

Fly Fishing on the North Fork Cache la Poudre River

Fish On

Posted on January 28, 2018March 15, 2019 by so-fly adventures

As I stood silently behind that tree, preparing to make that fateful cast on that cold and crisp fall day in the Colorado mountains, I couldn’t help but realize that this is what life was all about.

Public Land Conundrum: Part II

Posted on October 15, 2017February 16, 2019 by so-fly adventures

All in all, understanding the experiences being offered on public lands; the motivations behind outdoor recreation and leisure tourism; and the desired benefits tourists' and recreationists' are seeking is vital for public land managers and tourism managers alike.