Nathan Charlan Campus Press Staff Writer Graham McClave, a freshman open option major, enjoys spending his leisure time outdoors. After years of fly fishing, wading in cold waters has become his favorite pasttime. Many CU students like McClave are finding that although fly fishing requires commitment, the sport is worthy of mastering. Being one with nature makes you realize that the world and nature are much bigger than your life.
Some people get confused on the differences between fly fishing and regular spin reel fishing.
Fly fishing requires more commitment, concentration and patience in order to master the sport. Cast technique also separates the two styles of fishing. In spin reel fishing, a simple one-cast stroke is used to get the line out. However, with fly fishing, the casting can be a difficult procedure. Wrist motion is utilized while waving the fly rod from the 10 o'clock to 2 o'clock position.