Fly Fishing the Wilds
I guided the Wilds yesterday. The weather was fantastic although perhaps not ideal for fishing. We got into some great largemouth with the fly rod. To the right, John Jr. holds a nice fish landed on a large swimming frog fly that is one of my favorites for bringing up big fish. John Sr. was also in the boat and they both landed more fish that we wished to count. It was a pleasure to have a father-son team on the water for a day.
The swimming frog fly (pictured) is available from Mad River Outfitters online or at the store in Columbus, Ohio along with a full selection of flies and equipment for bass fishing on the fly rod.
The Wilds is one of the largest and most innovative wildlife conservation centers in the world. Located on nearly 10,000 acres in southeast Ohio, it is home to more than 25 species of non-native wildlife from Africa, Asia and North America and hundreds of indigenous species. In addition to innovative, in-depth science and education programs, the Wilds offers guided experiences to the public on selected days May through October. With over 100 lakes and ponds, the Wilds also offers unparalleled opportunities for freshwater fishing. Through an exclusive arrangement with Mad River Outfitters in Columbus, Ohio, the Wilds offers guided fly-fishing excursions on some of their finest lakes.
I’ve been working on putting together the ultimate fly box for Lake Erie Steelhead. The fly to the right is a “Jelly Stone,” originated and tied by Mike Laskowski, the owner of 