Posts by Pat Dorsey
Patagonia: A Photo Essay
Rio Manso Lodge is located in northern Patagonia near the border of Chile. It is nestled in Argentina’s Nahuel Huapi National Park along the banks of Lake Hess and the Rio Manso.Fly fishing in the heart of Patagonia, is a unique experience, one you’ll never forget! When you visit Patagonia, you have the opportunity to…
Read MoreTips to Catch Winter Trout
Strange as it might sound—winter is one of my favorite times of the year to fish. Anglers willing to battle the elements can usually find a little solitude and a few feeding fish on almost any winter outing. Winter fishing is oftentimes the most technical fishing of the year. Fly-fishers need to bring their A…
Read MorePat Dorsey’s Fly Club–The Perfect Gift for Any Angler!
Pat Dorsey’s Fly CLUB™ is dedicated to bringing members a great selection of seasonably proven trout flies each month for a year. As a member you have the opportunity to reduce the cost on some of today’s “cutting edge” fly patterns, while at the same time receiving home or office delivery with the finest product…
Read MoreFishpond’s Gunnison Guide Pack
After 25 years of guiding in one of the most rugged canyons in the west, I appreciate quality products that make my job easier. Comfort, durability, and performance are of the utmost importance when amassing fly fishing gear to battle the elements. I hate to admit it—but I’m a gear-junkie! I’m always looking for new…
Read MoreGo-To Midge Larva for the Winter Season
With the winter-season quickly approaching, fly-fishers need to break out their arsenal of tiny flies. For the next several months, midges make up thebulk of a trout’s diet. I strongly recommend that you familiarize yourself with a midges’ lifecycle (larva, pupa, and adult) and carry patterns to imitate the various stages of their development. Midge…
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