Destination & travel
The language of fly fishing travel: lodges, seasons, logistics and the terms that come up when you are planning a trip somewhere new.
7 terms in 4 groups
Boats & access (2)
- Drift boatalso driftboat, McKenzie boat, doryA drift boat is a shallow river boat built to float downstream while the rower controls speed and direction with oars. Anglers fish from the boat.
- Raftalso Fishing raft, Inflatable raft, Whitewater raftA raft is an inflatable boat used to float a river and fish from, either by rowing or by having a guide row while anglers cast.
Getting there (1)
Lodges & guides (3)
- Ghilliealso gillieA ghillie is a river attendant, common on UK and Irish salmon and trout beats, who helps anglers with access, local rules, and fishing logistics.
- Guidealso Fishing guide, Fly fishing guide, Professional guideA guide is a professional angler hired to lead a fishing day, manage logistics and safety, and help clients find and catch fish.
- Lodgealso fishing lodge, fly fishing lodgeA lodge is a hosted base for a fly-fishing trip, usually bundling lodging, meals, and daily guided fishing.