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Fly Fishing Ethics
The way you are perceived and accepted by fellow anglers may not be high on your list of priorities when learning how to fly fish. However, there are some common courtesy points that all fishermen should abide by to make the experience as pleasant as possible for everyone.
While the rules of politeness may not always be accented in our society as much as it once was, we should have respect for our fellow sportsmen just as they should have the same respect for you.
This also extends beyond treating others with respect, it also entails respecting the resources you are fishing on. The water, the banks, the woods, and all of outdoors should be treated with common courtesy so it is not damaged for future generations. To leave no mark where you have passed in your fishing adventure is showing the ultimate respect.
People fish to relieve stress, not create it. When you have someone trying to intrude on your peacefulness, it’s best just to walk away rather than exacerbate it. Remember that a little common sense goes a very long way when it comes to basic etiquette.