When Did Fly Fishing Become Popular?

Fly fishing is a sport that has been around for centuries. Its popularity has grown and waned throughout the years, but it has remained a beloved pastime of many anglers. But when did it become popular?

The history of fly fishing dates back to the 2nd century AD in Romania, where it was utilized as a means of catching fish in bodies of water. It wasn’t until the 15th century that fly fishing gained popularity in other regions of Europe.

In the 16th century, fly fishing became a popular pastime in England, leading to the English experimenting with various flies and methods to advance the sport.

By the 17th century, fly fishing had become popular in Scotland and was being practiced by some of the most famous anglers of that time including Izaak Walton and Charles Cotton. Fly fishing also began to spread to North America during this time, where its popularity continued to grow.

In the 19th century, fly fishing began to gain even more popularity. The invention of artificial flies revolutionized the sport and made it even more appealing to anglers. Fishing clubs were also created during this time which helped promote the sport.

In modern times, fly fishing continues to be a popular pastime among anglers around the world. There are many tournaments held each year dedicated solely to this sport and there are numerous books and magazines devoted exclusively to it.

Conclusion:

Fly fishing has been around for centuries but it wasn’t until the 16th century that it gained popularity in England. From there it spread throughout Europe and eventually North America where its popularity continued to grow over time due to advances in technology such as artificial flies. In modern times, fly fishing remains a popular pastime with tournaments being held each year dedicated solely to this sport.

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Daniel Bennet