Those who are dedicated fly fishermen know that fly fishing is a totally different sport than ordinary fishing. In fact, it can be argued that it is the only true fishing sport because the casting requires constant motion. In contrast, the ordinary type of fishing simply requires one cast to be made and then the pole can either be put down or the line can be slowly reeled back in. But this is only one reason that fly fishing is great.

Originally fly fishing was only used to catch salmon and trout. However, over the past several years many different types of fish-to name a few: bass, pike, and carp-have been fished for and caught with fly fishing. In fact, there have also been many different types of marine species caught using this method of fishing.

There are people out there who try to catch as many different species of fish as possible with fly fishing. It is quite a challenge trying to get the right fly, fly line, and fly rod so that a certain type of fish can be caught. This exciting challenge, along with all the different types of fish and marine species that can be caught, is another reason why this method of fishing is great.

Many fisherman will tell you that fly fishing is often a spirtual experience. This is celebrated in the haunting story by Norman MacLean, A River Runs Through It. The story was later made into a move that was directed by Robert Redford and starred Brad Pitt. Both works show just how powerful an experience fly fishing can be.

It is difficult to begin fly fishing and it is even more difficult to get good at it. But this is yet another fact that makes it great. It takes work and dedication and when it is mastered, it provides an incredible sense of accomplishment.

Even when mastered it still provides a challenge every time out. This is because the fish may be in different areas or may be reacting a certain way to the artificial fly - the variables of what it takes to catch a fish are numerous. So, every time out a fly fisherman has to figure out what is working best that day.

If you are looking for a hobby that will challenge you while also reducing your overall stress level, fly fishing may very well be for you. There are many reasons why it is great. Every person has a slightly different reason why they fall in love with it. But the constants are that fly fishing is relaxing and also a great challenge. So try fly fishing and you will soon discover just how great it is.