by Vickie Loftus | Feb 27, 2022 | Blog
Vickies’ Dark Olive Grizzly Bug Grizzly Bug Under UV Light The Grizzly Bug is a scaled down cousin of my Predator Bugger. The Grizzly Bug has a smaller profile and silhouette. It is a perfect choice when sight casting, fishing in shallow water, or along shallow...
by Vickie Loftus | Feb 27, 2022 | Blog
Caught on Vickie’s Grizzly Bug Water temperature is a critical factor in dictating feeding behavior. Understanding how water temperature affects trout feeding behavior provides valuable insight into your presentation strategy. Since water temperatures vary by...
by Vickie Loftus | Nov 29, 2021 | Blog, Presentation
Trout caught in March using Vickie’s UV Crystal Pupa When fishing during winter months, consider how cold-water conditions affect trout feeding behavior. Water temperatures of 38-45 degrees F slow trout metabolism. The cold water reduces their need to aggressively...
by Vickie Loftus | Nov 12, 2021 | Destinations, Fishing Reports
Fall is a perfect time to use my Predator Minnow pattern at first light or during low light conditions Wildhorse Reservoir Wildhorse Reservoir in Nevada is a favorite fall location filled with the promise of big, feisty trout with attitude. The first day of fishing...
by Vickie Loftus | Oct 29, 2021 | Blog
I’m excited to announce the launch of Your Fly Box! Fish with confidence knowing you have the right fly when you need it! Your Fly Box contains: Premium flies hand-selected by season – choose a season or collect all four! Cool, exclusive, custom sticker and...
by Vickie Loftus | Oct 16, 2021 | Blog, Fishing Reports, Flies
Crittenden Reservoir, Nevada, Part 1 Crittenden is fed by springs and one of the few lakes I found in relatively good shape. Many lakes and reservoirs have been significantly impacted by a severe western drought. Although lake levels were 8-10 feet lower at Crittenden...
by Vickie Loftus | Sep 28, 2021 | Blog, Destinations, Fishing Reports
This year I explored new locations during my fall fishing travels across the Northwest. My first stop was in Hagerman, Idaho at the Billingsley Creek Lodge. Located on Idaho’s Thousand Springs Scenic Byway on U.S. Highway 30, the lodge is nestled in the trees next to...
by Vickie Loftus | Sep 24, 2021 | Blog, Flies
A well-stocked fly box for the fall should include an assortment of bugger patterns. Bugger patterns are a mainstay of anglers especially in the late fall and early spring when aquatic insects are no longer hatching due to cool water conditions. Bugger patterns are...
by Vickie Loftus | Sep 18, 2021 | Blog, Presentation, Presentation Tactics
Want to increase your catch rate while trolling? As cooler temperatures beckon us back to our favorite fall fishing waters, try adding the following trolling tactics to your presentation strategies. These tactics have significantly improved my catch rate over the...
by Vickie Loftus | Sep 2, 2021 | Blog, Destinations
Crittenden Reservoir I continue to travel as well as host and guide anglers at many of my favorite fisheries. I am delighted to introduce anglers to the lakes where I guide whether they are just starting out or been fishing for years. If you seek the challenge of...
