Anglers Den Fly Shop — Local services in Town of Patterson

I’m searching for live bait, ice fishing. Anglers den popped up. Reminded me of my disappointing visit a couple of years ago. Searched web for live bait, anglers den pops up so I stopped in on my way to the reservoir. I asked the “ may I help you lady” about live bait. She said “I don’t know but he will be down in a minute “. After 10 minutes “he” came down to inform me that they don’t sell live bait and they are primarily a fly fishing shop. Kind of funny I had to browse for 10 minutes for a yes or no. So, contrary to other reviews that state they have all your fishing needs to get you into the water, your coming up a bit short. Oh yeah, $450 fly reel (line holder) $100+ nets... seems just a bit pricey, unless of course they are...

This is a great shop! I've been going there for a couple of years now. Always have a good selection and quality gear. It's centrally located so you could be fishing soon after a visit at Ten Mile, Croton.... or Connecticut rivers... Did a float with Tom last fall. First time floating the Delaware, Tom put us on fish and really gave us the lowdown on the river. Really nice to have a guide that knows his stuff and is more then happy to share some of that knowledge with us! It was a beautiful fall day and we had a visitor on our float! (see photo...

Love having a local fly shop. Tom is very knowledgeable and helpful. I really appreciated the Fly Fishing 101 and 201 classes that was done by Frank. Caught 8 fish using streamers, nymphs and dry flies during the 201 class. Tom also assisted me in getting setup to start fly tying and even caught some of those fish during the class on flies I tied myself. If you have been thinking about fly fishing or even an experienced fisher you...