Where do you shop for your fly fishing gear? Which brands do you consider? Today we have the modern convenience of buying not just rods and reels, but socks and undies, from fly fishing companies. For some that is a great option. For many, that might not be the best fit (size, preference, and/or budget). …
Roughly two years ago I received a package from Castaway Customs. Based out of coastal Florida, they specialize in SeaDek fabrication and installation for boats. Basically, they help protect your boat while keeping you safe and comfortable on the water. I don’t have a boat. But I did request the package. Inside was a handful …
The last neon lights for about thirty miles signal the last opportunity for a hot meal for at least a half hour. For years, that gas station was my first stop out of town and my last stop before getting on the water. Spring creek brown trout, big river small mouth, and mountain brookies; the …
If you’ve been fly fishing for any length of time, there is a good chance that major life events are bracketed by rivers and trout. I can certainly say that. And in this episode of the podcast, I do say that. Although Casting Across has a lot of me in it, I don’t usually get …
It is important to remember that companies creating gear and clothing for other outdoor activities have a lot to offer the fly fisher. Your interests, your particular needs, or your budget are all good reasons to shop around. Your local shop and your favorite fly fishing brands should still get the bulk of your business. …
For the devoted fly fisher, it is easy to be incredibly focused on and in fly fishing. Attention is given not only to the pursuit, but also the corresponding media and retail. It is easy to forget that fly fishing is a small part of the greater angling industry. Other segments, such as freshwater lures …
There are dozens upon dozens of things that would be a good idea to do before you being your fishing season in earnest. Even if you have been getting out on the water over the winter, now would be an opportune time to take inventory of some of what you have and what you’re doing. …
This trout came to hand as the result of a lot of choices. I chose to do some work to find this fish. There are plenty of times when I just want to catch something. Bass, sunfish, and even trout will fit the bill. And they can be found with relative ease in water bodies …
When it comes to fly fishing, I’m a disciple of the school that teaches that fly selection is less important than presentation. There is always a place for matching the hatch. More often than not? Size, silhouette, and drift win the day. Because of this, I’ve honed in my fishing and my fly box. It …
Most people in the world think that fishing results in harvesting. And, across a wide spectrum of concerns, non-catch-and-release anglers are the allies of fly fishers. We’re largely fighting for the same things. Definitely keep advocating for our fish, our waters, and our environmental concerns. But also keep in mind that we’re part of a …
