Fishing Quotes

There’s no order to these quotes, they aren’t categorized by topic intentionally. And that’s the whole point of it, to read each one. This list will continually grow and evolve. Enjoy.

  1. The gods do not deduct from man’s allotted span the hours spent in fishing. - Herbert Hoover

  2. The fish is important, but how important? In reality, it was secondary to the people and experience. It was about community more than the fish. - Derek Olthius

  3. At some point in the fall, if we’re perceptive enough, we might realize we’ve reached a point in the year when nothing can be done with a fishing seasons to make anything other than what it already is. - Jim McLennan

  4. Patience isn’t  just a virtue - it’s a technique, a mindset, and a way of being. - April Vokey

  5. In fly fishing, waiting for fish isn’t just about sitting still; it’s a put trusting the rhythm of the water, respecting the river’s mood, and appreciating the quiet moments in between. - Kastine Coleman

  6. Over time, I learned that the real magic happens when you slowly down, breathe, and enjoy the dance of the gentle water flow, the glide of the fly, and the anticipation in your gut. - Kastine Coleman

  7. Some of the best things unfold when you’re not in a rush. - Kastine Coleman

  8. Catching fish is incredible, but it’s the quiet, shared moments, the laughs, the teasing, and the respect that make it all worthwhile. - Kastine Coleman

  9. I realized that fishing is a lot like life: Sometimes you must wait, be patient, and accept that things happen in their own time. - Kastine Coleman

  10. The journey shapes us. It’s the quiet foundation that lets us enjoy the experience, regardless of the outcome. - Kastine Coleman

  11. Young anglers bring energy and curiosity; seasoned anglers bring experience, good humor and a calm outlook. - Kastine Coleman

  12. Fly fishing is a journey that rewards those who trust the flow and share a good laugh. In that, we find the real reward: A joy that lingers long after the daylight fades. - Kastine Coleman

  13. I do think that the good fly anglers requires patience and observation. And a good fly angler is a good fly caster. And a good fly caster, without exception, must also be observant and patient. Impatience develops poor habits, and more specifically, lost fish and lost flies. Why? Because waiting is hard. - Jeff Wagner

  14. Fish all of the water in front of you, not just the water that is supposed to hold trout. - Unknown

  15. A good day of fishing is better than hearing about someone else’s great day of fishing. - Unknown