If you grew up reading outdoor magazines, you’re probably familiar with the kinds of articles featured on the last page. They were usually short pieces provided by recurring authors. With an economy of words imposed by the finality of the back cover it would cause laughter, introspection, or both. Steven Sautner’s Every Cast is an …
There is an interesting dichotomy among many fly fishers. When it comes to equipment like fly rods there is an inordinate amount of attention given to having the precise piece of gear required for a particular application. That approach often entails acquiring a few pieces of gear required for a handful of particular situations. At …
In fly fishing, “predators” is a bit of an arbitrary designation. Why? Well, bluegill are predators. Brook trout are predators. Tiger sharks are predators. What we often mean is the larger, piscivorous (fish eating) freshwater species in North America. Today I’m talking about some of the considerations one might make when thinking about gear for …
Most of the books I talk about come from major publishers or prominent fly fishing publishing houses. But just like the indie music scene or local artists galleries, there are other options for those looking for an interesting fly fishing read. Today I talk about three books that are worth reading, especially if the perspective …
Not every fly fisher smokes cigars. But for those who do, it makes a lot of sense. Enjoying a cigar is a methodical, deliberate activity. Not unlike fly fishing, it is most appreciated when there is some observation and reflection involved. It isn’t uncommon for fly shops to offer a small selection in a humidor, …
It is that time again. You ask, I answer. I like these episodes so much, that I do one every few months. Today I interact with questions regarding: Fly line choices Fly rod action Fly fishing footwear And I transcend my normal 3 topic boundary by addressing two logistical/technical items. As always, please don’t hesitate …
Some of my favorite fly fishing memories include far more than a fish and some water. Looking back over the years, the physical context of so many angling experiences added to or defined the pursuit of fish. Bob Mallard’s 25 Best Towns – Fly Fishing For Trout is guidebook which understands this principle. East coast …
Well, apparently I’m not the only one who wouldn’t get an “A+” in civics. When I typed “is” in Google this morning, it either read my mind or assumed I was looking for the same thing most people were searching. Yes. Presidents Day is a federal holiday. As I often do on such hallowed calendar …
This may very well be the longest episode of the podcast yet. And it could have been longer if I mentioned every interesting conversation, unique piece of gear, or novel observation from my four days at The Fly Fishing Show. In this quick look back at my weekends in Marlborough, MA, and Edison, NJ, I …
Most of the time, I’m spotlighting prominent fly fishing books on Casting Across. This works because very few of us have the bandwidth, resources, or shelf space to collect each and every good title released in the last 50 years. But every once in a while, I do think it is important to talk about …
