Oy. 34 °F water, shelf ice, and not a fish to be found. Saturday was one of those marathon days. I had been fishing for seven hours straight, with no break and no lunch. No fish, not even a single take. I was thinking of throwing in the towel. With the incipient snow storm,
Category: Farmington River
A Cold One
Alex and I eschewed today’s weather forecast and fished the Farmington. The rain was steady and cold and became heavier by the hour, but we kept at it. Alex is determined, and I knew I was in good company. We had a great time. Alex ties some sweet flies, and it is no wonder that
Overlining My Euro Rod for Indicator Nymphing
The best way to end the year: fly fishing. Maybe it is because the crowds have thinned or due to my very low expectations, but I really enjoy going out around January 1. There’s limited competition, and I put little pressure on myself. So, yesterday, I arrived at the Farmington at civil twilight with a
Winter Fly Fishing Is the Best
Winter fly fishing is hit-or-miss in terms of numbers, but offers tremendous and unique rewards. Most rivers are largely devoid of anglers, the landscape is stark, and the elements can be challenging. Whether it be precipitation, wind or cold, there’s always something tempting you to stay at home or reel up for a warm car