Title: A Fly Fishing Trip – A Perfect Getaway Word Count: 442 Summary: Any fly fisherman will tell you of the enormous peace that comes from a fly fishing experience. Suddenly, you are embraced in the arms of nature where beautiful scenery surrounds you and all that’s left of the modern world are remnants of your fleeting stress. Gone are the cell phones, pagers, and computers – replaced with birds, sunshine, and the sounds of water. It is no wonder that so many fishermen plan a fly fishing trip as often as they can. Fly fishing differs from ... Keywords: Fly Fishing Trip Article Body: Any fly fisherman will tell you of the enormous peace that comes from a fly fishing experience. Suddenly, you are embraced in the arms of nature where beautiful scenery surrounds you and all that’s left of the modern world are remnants of your fleeting stress. Gone are the cell phones, pagers, and computers – replaced with birds, sunshine, and the sounds of water. It is no wonder that so many fishermen plan a fly fishing trip as often as they can. Fly fishing differs from traditional fishing in a number of ways. Not only are the supplies and tools used for fly fishing different from traditional fishing, but the manner in which the fisherman participates differs as well. It is for this reason that so many fishermen are drawn to fly fishing. Its name derived from the bait that it uses – artificial flies that are made from synthetic materials and constructed to replicate insects of all varieties – fly fishing often requires that the fly fisherman – or angler – actually be in the water. This is a much more participatory experience and a fly fishing trip is built around this connection with nature. First and foremost, it is necessary to choose the type of fly fishing that appeals most to you, as well as the type of fish that you are most interested in attracting. Once you have a destination in mind, you should refer to the multitude of fly fishing guides that will tell you what particular time of year would be most suited for fly fishing. The types of fish available in these locations will alert you to the type of flies that you should stock for your fly fishing trip. Many fishermen parlay a fly fishing trip into a vacation on a grander scale. For instance, fly fishing in Alaska can complement a sightseeing adventure before or after; heading to Canada for a fly fishing trip can be tagged on to a leisurely drive up the east coast. Fly fishing lends itself to a great many adventures and because it requires a natural setting, a fly fishing trip almost always promises to be beautiful and relaxing. Look first to fly fishing guides that will alert you to any resorts that offer fly fishing trip packages. This can be a wonderful way to save money and organize your vacation in a way that takes the most advantage of the time that you have. Of course, the Internet offers a spectacular amount of information on planning a fly fishing trip. With a little bit of research and an adventurous spirit you will be well on your way to a journey of a lifetime.