Fly fishing myths are steeped in tradition and secrecy stirred together in a small pot of self-righteousness. Between the superstitions and misinformation, lies the bare essence of the sport that has befuddled so many anglers since Izaac picked up his … Read More
Mel had a fake hip. Steve had a fake knee. Sandy was cold. Adventure fishing for giant Rainbow trout had lured this somewhat typical group of fly fishermen to Katmai. They were huffing and puffing as their felt bottomed wading … Read More
Fly guides and fishermen are the strangest of beasts. In the soul of most hunters of fish, there is a torment that rages in the sublime space that separates ego and humility. This battle will make the best of men … Read More
Fly fishing guides work with hundreds, if not thousands of clients over their time on the water. Faces and names can melt together into a mix of different recollections that end up as one of several catch-all personas. Memories of … Read More
Fly fishing guides can get somewhat surly after an endless summer or fall of wading or rowing. Long days being battered by the elements, tough fishing or even tougher clients can literally suck the life-force from a guide’s body. What … Read More