These flies work, and these rivers produce. Links are below. Note that these are all amply-stocked waters that many already visit and about which much information already has been published. I’ve found that many rivers are sub-par. I track in my fishing journal what fly patterns work on which waters. So, the links below are
Arctic Char Adventures
“Do you want to stop for lunch?” TJ asked. “No thanks,” I replied. It’s typical that I would not stop for lunch if I am fishing and haven’t caught a fish. I’m not sure if that habit is based out of stubbornness or a calculation that when the fishing is slow I will need every
From Trout to Striped Bass
It pays to be lucky than to be skillful. Armed with amazing information from Orvis Wellesley’s 301 Saltwater session, I was re-inspired to give it a go. With the Mrs. out of town to visit family, I decided to book an Airbnb at the Cape in Brewster and give it a shot. I figured that location
Saltwater 301 and AMA with Orvis Wellesley
Last week, I attended a free session at Orvis Wellesley: how to quickly and effectively start fly fishing the salt. It was quite helpful. Fishing Manager Peyton Horst led the session, and Store Manager Will Oliver contributed, too. I was surprised at the size of the crowd and how many people had driven long distances.
The McKenzie River Lodge: A Review and My Two Cents
What a trip to the McKenzie River Lodge (“MRL”)! It was a long time coming. A few days ago, I posted a day-by-day account of it, including both the ups and downs. In this post, I will share “what I wish I had known” before going out there. These are personal earned secrets. YMMV, but