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It's FISH HANDLING FRIDAY and we're kicking off th

It's FISH HANDLING FRIDAY and we're kicking off the new year with photos and videos from our community that are easy to take solo or with a friend and follow proper fish handling practices if you choose to release your fish. #fishhandlingfriday

This week we're sharing a tip to lean over a boat when taking a photo of your catch. Hold your fish over the water and not in a boat, over rocks or on land per the @keep.fish.wet tip.

Use a long selfie stick or have your friend take a photo. Try using a wide angle option to get a different view. 📸 = @lindsaykocka (she/her) UWOTF Facebook Moderator

#unitedwomenonthefly #uwotfeducation #westernnativetrout #WesternNativeTroutChallenge #keepfishwet #keepemwet #fish #fishing #bestpractices #sciencebased #catchandrelease #bethechange #fishhandlingfriday #flyfishingeducation #womenonthefly #flyfishing #sportfishing #letthefishbethehero #anglingforall #yellowstonecutthroat #uwotfleadershipteam @keep.fish.wet

FEATURED FRIDAY — Meet one of our newest UWOTF te

FEATURED FRIDAY -- Meet one of our newest UWOTF team members Kelley Kirsch @kelleykirsch
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Our team is so excited to have Kelley's help as Regional Ambassador Co-Coordinator and Facebook Moderator!
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#unitedwomenonthefly #uwotfteam #uwotfteammember #featuredfriday #uwotffeaturedflygirl #uwotffeaturedfriday #lancasterflygirls #shareyourknowledge #flyfishing #womenwhoflyfish #womenwhoeuronymph #fishitwell #featuredflygirl #makeadifference #teamworkmakesthedreamwork

Fly Tying Thursday – "Hook Anatomy and Determining

Fly Tying Thursday - "Hook Anatomy and Determining Hook Size" by @northwestflygirl. #uwotfeducation

The size of the hook is based on the distance of the gap/gape between the shank of the hook and the hook point. The greater the distance, the larger the size of the hook.

Hooks have different lengths, curves, weights, etc. The length has nothing to do with its size. Size is determined entirely by the width of the gap/gape.

A hook’s measurement is defined by Sizes and Aughts. “Sizes” are smaller while “Aughts” are larger. As size # gets larger, hooks get smaller. As aught get larger, hooks get bigger.

For example, hooks sizes from smallest to largest would be #10, #8, #6, #4, #2, #1, 1/0, 3/0, 5/0, 6/0 etc.

Hook Anatomy Terms -
Barb - Just back of the hook point. Designed to prevent hook from coming out of fish's mouth.

Bend - Where the hook curves back on itself.

Eye - The ring that attaches the hook to the leader.

Gap/Gape - The distance between the shank and the point. This determines the hook size.

Point - The sharp bit that pierces the fish's mouth.

Shank - The section of the hook running horizontal from the eye to the bend.

#unitedwomenonthefly #flytying #flyfishingeducation #flyfishinstruct #uwotf #themoreyouknow #shareyourknowledge #flyfishing #hackleandhops #womenwhotieflies #flyfishingwomen #flytyingtips #uwotftuesdaytip #uwotfflytying

We're beyond excited to have @kayanko be a co-hos

We're beyond excited to have @kayanko be a co-host for the February @unitedwomenonthefly Virtual Monthly EDUCATION Meeting on 2/7/22 from 5pm - 6:30pm PST. This meeting is FREE and EVERYONE is welcomed. #uwotfeducation

Kathleen is an adventure seeker, food lover, aquarium aficionado, fly fishing noob and patch collector. Be sure to check out her outdoor inspired stickers and products at @str8arrowtightlines.

Read her full blog at https://www.straightarrowtightlines.com/journal/entry-4-a-belize-to-remember.

Kat is going to share preparation and planning tips specific to new saltwater anglers. Other co-hosts are @amyhazelflyfish, owner of @deschutesangler, talking about salt water equipment and @northwestflygirl discussing clothing for your next salt water adventure. Don't miss out on this incredible night of jammed packed information!

Zoom Meeting ID - 848 1969 9971
Zoom Meeting Password - 718947

#unitedwomenonthefly #uwotfvirtualmeeting #flyfishing #anglinforall #everyoneoutside #outdooristoath #flyfishinginclusion #learntoflyfish #flyfishing101
#saltwaterfishing #saltwaterflyfishing #saltwater101

TUESDAY TIP – "Winter Nymph Fishing Tips" by @cptn

TUESDAY TIP - "Winter Nymph Fishing Tips" by @cptn_plnt. #uwotfeducation

Read Full Blog [LINK IN BIO]. https://uwotf.com/blog/winter-nymph-fishing-tips/

Learning some basic leader set-up terminology will help when you are fishing with a subsurface (nymph) rig.

* Lead Fly - When you attach a fly to end of your tippet, that fly becomes what is called the point or lead fly. When winter nymphing, Lisa likes to use either a mini leech or flashy attractor pattern like a rainbow warrior as her lead fly to get the fish’s attention.

* Dropper Fly - When you add a second, or maybe even third, fly to your line, those additional flies attached are called droppers. Below Lisa's lead fly, she tends to use more earth tone flies. Black is definitely her favorite. Go small! During this time, she's using size #20 and smaller.

Bring 2 Rods - If you are privileged to have two rods, Lisa suggests bringing a dry rod as you never know if you'll run into a hatch.

Apply Floatant the Night Before - To save time, Lisa sets up her rods and pre-dress's her dry flies with liquid floatant and dry shake the night before. They tend to float better for Lisa when the coating has been given time to do its magic. This tip helps her fingers keep warm on the water.

#unitedwomenonthefly #winterflyfishing #flyfishingeducation #flyfishinstruct #uwotfeducation #uwotf #themoreyouknow #shareyourknowledge #flyfishing #winterflyfishing #nymphfishing #uwotftuesdaytip

Connection Grows Communities. 🌱Coming together

Connection Grows Communities. 🌱Coming together and sharing the love for fly fishing we all learn from each other by sharing tips, tricks, stories and adventures.

UWOTF's East Coast Team, along with a few friends, kicked off the Fly Fishing Festival Season at the 21st Annual @VAFlyFishingFestival.

Attending this show we all departed with new friendships and more knowledge to pass along to others in efforts to provide opportunities and inclusion within the fly fishing community.

@angelicatalan @kelleykirsch @elkimsey @_dani_lol_ @gaby_ohh @jen_ripple

#unitedwomenonthefly #flyfishing #communityovercompetition #anglingforall #OutdooristOath #uwotfleadershipteam #flyfishinginclusion #everyoneoutside

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