Discover the hidden world of Alabama’s mountain bass with Dr. Matthew Lewis, author of Fly Fishing for Redeye Bass. From rocky Piedmont headwaters to the shoals of the Tallapoosa and Coosa, Lewis explains where to find redeye bass, what flies they’ll crush, and why protecting their wild creeks matters. Learn how to scout prime water, choose the right poppers and streamers, and experience fly fishing for bass at its purest—off the beaten path, where Alabama still runs clear and wild.

Discover the wild beauty of Georgia’s Flint River with veteran fly fishing guide Kent Edmonds, a pioneer in the fly fishing for bass world. particularly when it comes to shoal bass. From the river’s untouched shoals to Kent’s signature patterns—the Stealth Bomber, Rubber-Legged Dragon, and Tokyo Spider—learn how he built a lifelong connection to the South’s native “waterfall bass” and helped shape a thriving community of bass fly anglers across the Southeast.

Learn how to build fly fishing leaders that actually work for bass. In this deep dive with Alabama angler and industry rep Peter Jordan, we break down the best leader materials, formulas, and lengths for bass fly fishing—whether you’re tossing deer-hair poppers, heavy streamers, or fishing sink-tip lines. Peter explains why most store-bought trout leaders fall short, how to tie your own with common mono or fluoro, and the simple Loon UV Knot Sense trick that keeps your setup casting smooth and weed-free.

When fall hits Alabama, the Tallapoosa River comes alive with hungry redeye and spotted bass fattening up before winter. Guide Rowell Guevara of East Alabama Fly Fishing shares how low, clear water and cooling temps create perfect fly fishing conditions, plus his favorite flies, retrieves, and river stretches for consistent action. Learn how to match natural crawfish colors, size down your patterns, and make the most of one of the South’s most underrated fall bass fisheries.

Fall is prime time for fly fishing for bass on Alabama’s Cahaba River. Guide Stephen Rockarts of Fly Fishing Alabama shares his go-to patterns, fall scouting tips, and the small-fly tactics that make a big difference when the water runs low and clear. From matching shad and dragonfly nymphs to learning the river by heart, Rockarts explains how slowing down, watching the water, and trusting your instincts can turn a good day of fishing into a great one.

Fly fishing for bass isn’t glamorous. It doesn’t require a passport, a guide, or a $90,000 boat. It’s simple, raw, and accessible—the kind of fishing that reminds you what it feels like to be outside for the right reasons. In a world that’s made everything harder to reach and more expensive to enjoy, chasing bass on the fly is a small act of rebellion, and maybe the purest kind of freedom left.