Inevitably, you’ve heard about the “four stages of the angler.”

I don’t know who first came up with this timeline, but I do think it holds true. That being said, I don’t necessarily agree that it is as linear as is often implied. Often times progress means building upon the foundations you have already laid down. As you grow in your fly fishing experience, this is certainly the case.

This week I share why I think the first three stages of angling are each essential parts of the fourth.

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