Tackle, including fly rods, reels, lines and leaders, are not covered in this course.  There is a separate course for each of these topics.

Wading staff

The wading staff is a safety device that becomes a wise option for fly fishers when they wade in deep or strong stream/river current conditions.

Like a "walking stick", a wading staff can be any long (at least to your shoulder height) sturdy material that will help steady and support your weight when wading in a stream or river.  Commercially available wood, aluminum or graphite staffs are all good, some are telescoping.

Your experience will tell you pretty quickly when you see or enter a river whether or not a wading staff is needed.  You should not need this tool until you have learned how and where to wade safely and successfully.

Normally, the wading staff is attached to a lanyard or retractable device that is hooked to the "D-ring" on the back of the vest.  When wading in deep water, the staff will float and hopefully remain out of your way until you need it to steady yourself astream

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