Planning Your Next Fishing Vacation

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Planning your next fishing vacation to a new or unfamiliar destination can be a disaster if not planned properly. There is a lot that can go wrong if you don’t do your homework including lousy fishing, accommodations not being what you expected, or the cost being greater than anticipated. As you plan your fishing trip, here are some decisions you should make upfront:

Where would you like to go, what part of the country, drive or fly, etc.
Who is going with you, family, fishing buddies, etc.
Will you use a travel agent or make the arrangements on your own

There are several retailers that are now providing travel services that you may want to consider. They include Orvis, Cabela’s, and Gander Mountain. A good resource for fly fishing is Yellow Dog Fly Fishing Adventures. Before you begin you should at least check these out to get some ideas. Trips like this certainly make it easy for you. The only downside is that they generally cost a little more (though not always) and they may not offer the flexibility you would like.

Another excellent tool is a vacation planning web site called “I’m In”. “I’m In” is a helpful site if you are planning a trip with friends. I have included a link at the bottom of this post.

The best piece of advice I can give you is - if you are going to a new fishing location, solicit unsolicited references. Do some internet research and find a couple of nearby bait and tackle shops. Give them a call and ask about the fishing, the accommodations you are considering, and ask about guides if you will use a fishing guide.

A little bit of homework can make a big difference in the quality and cost of your next fishing vacation.

Orvis Fishing Vacations