February 20 2017

My First Bonefish Ever

8  comments

Ryan Collins

Throughout our trip in Belize I have probably seen more than 100 bonefish, but they have been challenging to hook.

Bonefish spook easily and can be very finicky. Plus the wind has been blowing 20 mph, which makes it difficult to cast accurately with the fly rod.

I am still new to fly fishing, so catching a bonefish on the fly has been a huge challenge for me! Of course it has also been a lot of fun.

More...

Yesterday Lauren and I walked south along the coastline to a lagoon that was somewhat protected from the wind. 

Schools of bonefish were swimming in the shallows, and I am happy to report I was finally able to hook one! Please click play below to watch.

Our Belize honeymoon/fishing trip is now coming to an end. However, we still have some time left to catch another bonefish and hook a tarpon.

Later this week I will return to the states to begin the "show & seminar season." My first seminar will be at RISAA on January 27th, followed by the Bluewater Bash March 3-4.

Please check my calendar for upcoming talks, seminars and shows. It would be great to meet you in-person!

Tight lines,​

Member Downloads

Exact location of where we are staying and fishing in Belize

  • Congrats on your first ever Bone fish , and on a flyrod also, that’s one for my bucket list (flyrod).
    Those small Barracuda are Great tasting fish, caught many in Florida !!!
    I hope Lauren cooked up some fish for you two !!!

    • Thanks Stephen! I had a lot of time chasing bonefish along some spectacular beaches, but man are they spooky!

      We enjoyed many lionfish tacos and lots of conch ceviche, but I didn’t try any barracuda. I will put cuda on the list for next time.

  • Hey Ryan, The little woman and I are going to Rotan in April. I’m all set for flyfishing for the “Big 3”. Post your tips! I’ll be waiting.

    • That’s awesome!

      Try to do some research beforehand and learn the specific flies they use in that area.

      I had a good shrimp imitation but I did not have a good crab imitation and I think that hindered my success.

  • {"email":"Email address invalid","url":"Website address invalid","required":"Required field missing"}

    You may also like

    All my life my mom, dad and I would enjoy lobster bisque together every Christmas Eve. So with Christmas on the horizon,

    Read More

    Today is the first official start of winter in the northern hemisphere, and while most people in our neck of the woods

    Read More
    >