They're not the biggest or most technically-challenging fish, but there is something special about a wild trout caught high up in the mountains.
And while those who spend a lot of time walking trails with fly rod in hand know that it is possible to catch dozens of feisty trout in these secluded creeks, this kind of fishing can be intimidating. It can be intimidating to a new angler. It can also be a bit perplexing to the experienced fly fisher who has only every cast into expansive runs and wide pools.
Today I'm scratching the surface of this topic by walking through what my first steps are when approaching mountain trout.
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