Farm Pond Fly Fishing

Although, I didn't use my kayak (the pond was really too small to justify using the 'yak) this illustrates what's available here in our area by just asking around. Many ponds are plenty large for kayaks. This was also my first attempt at fly fishing.

Back down this little jeep trail, behind the trees is a nice little farm pond.

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Won't do any good to give the location on this one. It was an invite to a private pond. But again, by asking around it shouldn't be difficult to find one. Man-made and stocked, this one is unusual in that it's pretty clear. Many of these little ponds are not but that doesn't stop the fish from biting.

Another point. I've seen some ponds located at low areas in pastures where livestock graze. I'm not sure I'd want to eat fish from a pond that collects drainage from cattle, etc. Sure could enjoy some "catch and release", though.

Here's my first fish caught with a fly rod. I was using a little yellow popper. A humble beginning but fun. Small enough to fry whole and eat like a tator chip!














And a couple of others.






























Fun? Oh, yeah!

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LINKS
Current Georgia river levels: Real Time Georgia Streamflow
Solunar Tables for your zip code: HERE
Rigging your kayak: Captain Dick
Interactive map by Angling Technologies: HERE

FORUMS
Georgia Kayak Fishing
Georgia River Fishing
Jax Kayak Fishing
Gulf Coast Kayak Fishing (you might need to be registered to view this one)

FLY FISHING RESOURCES
Fly Fishing West Georgia
Books and DVD by George Roberts:
Master the Cast
Fly Fisherman's Guide to Saltwater Naturals and Their Imitation
Saltwater Casting - 10 Steps to Distance and Power (DVD)

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If you are a resident of Georgia and like to fish from a kayak I recommend becoming a supporting member of the Georgia Kayak Fishing Association located at GeorgiaKayakFishing.com.