Look at this trout I caught. It’s okay to look at it, and like it even. Trust me: I did everything right. You know what I mean? Here’s what i did:
It’s Okay to Like this Fish Picture
Tag: Humor
I Can’t Take a Good Fly Fishing Picture
I obviously don’t know how to take a fly fishing photograph. As you can see in the example above, it is clear that I haven’t put in the time, energy, or effort required to do things the right way. The right way, of course, being what is prominently displayed on social media. Thousands of Insta-lebrities …
Secret Spots for Fly Fishing (Books)
Sorry for spot burning, folks. I know it is the biggest angling crime of the internet age. It is painful to divulge this secret because it means more crowds and more competition. All of that has a cost associated with it. But this is about the greater good. And that greater good is literacy. Fly …
Of Banjos & Buggers
I have some valuable fly fishing writing to share with you. But first, let me begin by blowing your mind: THERE IS NO ENTRY FOR THE BANJO MINNOW ON WIKIPEDIA!!! Shock, I know. Anyway, growing up I was a fan of the Banjo Minnow. Not only did I use them (and with great success, I …
Last Cast of the Week, 4/13/2018
Most Fridays on Casting Across are devoted to other people’s contributions in the fly fishing community. Articles, pictures, social media accounts, videos, podcasts, products, and more will be featured on The Last Cast of the Week. Today, I’m sharing items from Tenkara USA, Trident Fly Fishing, & RepYourWater/Hank Patterson. If you’d like to be featured …
Interest of Conflicts: Internet Fly Fishing Arguments
Let’s be clear: It is a proven fact that Al Gore created the internet so that all the smart people could tell all the stupid people how stupid they all are. And boy, is it working! Since 1998, each major election has been decided based on on shared Facebook posts. Every day, religious and non-religious …
Fly Patterns To Combat Fly Fishing Elitism
Although the culture has come a long way, fly fishing maintains the well-earned reputation for being a bit elitist. At times, it can seem as if the country club has nothing on the fly shop. There is gear that must be owned. There are labels that have to be worn. And, most importantly, there are …
My Open Letter to 2 Guys and a River
Dear Steve & Dave, I hope that this letter finds you well and enjoying your first days of the new year. Congratulations on some of the milestones that you hit with 2 Guys and a River last year! Publishing The Fly Fisher’s Book of Lists was quite the accomplishment. Your podcasts continue to be accessible, …
Last Cast of the Week, 12/22/2017
Most Fridays on Casting Across are devoted to other people’s contributions in the fly fishing community. Articles, pictures, social media accounts, videos, podcasts, products, and more will be featured on The Last Cast of the Week. Today, I’m sharing items from Risen Fly Fishing, The Fiberglass Manifesto, & 2 Guys and a River. If you’d …
The Eye of the Beholder: A Study on Flies for Fishing
Standing on the banks of that fabled river, I felt a deep connection to all the anglers who came before me. The rocks, the water, the trout themselves vibrated and flowed at a frequency that resonated across space and time. And I was amidst all of it, fingers trembling as I sought to attach the …