Approaching the stream, water levels appeared lower than my visit several weeks earlier. Flow through the riffles was shallow, narrowly […]
Controlling Our Emotions
In grade school, report card day was typically a day of excitement for me. My grades were usually solid, but […]
It’s Not Up to Me
I’ve made the cast a thousand times before. Ten to two, accelerate to a stop. Crisp line movement over my […]
Do We Need Confidence Flies?
Belief in my success has often meant the difference between achieving a goal and missing an opportunity. Those lessons have […]
Why You Should Re-think Winter Water Choices
The water deepened and the color transitioned from clear to dark green. A velocity moving faster than a brisk walk […]
Drag-Free Drifting
A large boulder interrupted the flow in a narrowing riffle, creating a transition to a run and pool by the […]
A Perfect Day of Fishing
An early start to the day provides hope of being the first on the water. Fishing as the mist begins […]
Rest
For the past few days, I have been sleeping or resting more than usual. On Thursday morning, I had a […]
Time Crunch
Looking at the clock, I had to make some decisions quickly. Two hours of free time opened up for me […]
Just Show Up
A strong, steep riffle crosses the stream, funneling the flow into a deep pool that is strewn with large boulders. […]
