From North and South America to Europe and Asia, fly fishing is a popular sport, with 7.5 million people flyfishing in the U.S. alone (8,9). Since the creation of fly fishing, it has been a changing and growing sport. In recent years, it has seen a big boom in popularity due to the pandemic. Fly fishing is a sport that has a long history, involves different tools and flies, and can negatively impact ecosystems if not done properly. Since it was invented so long ago, it is not surprising that fly fishing has had many improvements. It is believed that fly fishing started in Rome around 200 AD. In the 16th century in England, more advanced rods and lines were developed. Additionally, the art of casting was improved. The Europeans brought the sport to the …show more content…
The boots also help with comfort as you walk over rocks and spend hours standing and walking in the water. The total cost of the equipment can range significantly. The rod can range between $50 and more than $1000 (4). Additionally, the rod and reel weights need to match to work properly. There are three main types of flies. All of these might have barbs, or they might not. The types are dry, nymphs, and streamers. Dry flies are the most common, they mimic insects, and stay on top of the water. Nymphs resemble aquatic creatures and float on or just below the water surface. Streamers imitate aquatic life and are larger than nymphs. With all of this tackle, fly fishing can become very expensive. There can be many negative impacts on the ecosystem if fly fishing is not done properly. When out fishing and when heading to the water, make sure to have a purpose. Aimlessly wading around can cause damage to the riverbed. Also, cutting paths or leaving trash in the forests can hurt the ecosystem on land. When fishing, make sure to follow the regulations. Some standard regulations include how many fish you can keep, when you can fish, and the equipment you can