Louis Cahill Photo

Having a good waist pack with you as you wade the salt water flats can be a big key to a successful shallow water salt water trip.

All the fly fishing companies below offer great waist packs for your next trip

• Simms
• Patagonia
• William Joseph

You want to make sure you have enough room to store the following items in your pack.

• Water Bottle
• Small Camera
• Glasses wipes
• Pliers
• Hemostats
• A couple squares for any emergencies
• Tippit and leader material
• Fly box

If you can head to your nearest fly shop and try the bag on for size and comfort.  A water proof bag is always helpful but not always necessary.  Good luck wading!