Preparing for a fishing trip for a die-hard angler is like a kid writing out their Christmas list. Flipping through […]
The Thrill and Lessons of Casting a New Rod
The rhythm of casting soothes me. The different fly rods I own all have a slightly different rhythm as they […]
The Calm Before the Storm
A stillness emanates from the river that helps me calm my nerves and focus my excitement on fishing a new […]
Chocolate Milk Is Not an Anglers Favorite Drink
Sitting in front of my vise at my fly tying desk, I am distracted. The majority of my brain is […]
The Cardinal Sin of Fly Tying
Years ago, I waded into an advantaged position that afforded me accessible angles to a pod of rising fish. I […]
The Flexibility of the Dry-Dropper
The summer months bring sunshine, warmth, and relaxation to many of us. School is out and summer vacations take us […]
Size Doesn’t Matter
The past week I was in Maine celebrating the 51st anniversary of my in-laws’ marriage. They invited the 16 members […]
Do Trout Like Maple Syrup?
The morning sun created a glare on the water that my polarized sunglasses couldn’t dampen. Since it was a larger […]
Some Don’t Like It Hot!
Twenty-four years ago, I was beginning my career in environmental consulting in a role that was part restoration scientist and […]
Catching My Attention
Driving along Route 6 in Galeton, Pennsylvania, a movement on my left caught my attention. I quickly turned and saw […]