It’s a bummer, but Orvis is closing half of its stores, including their Wellesley location. I’ve always relished the opportunity to meet the store teams, as they know a ton about fly fishing and are always gracious. Plus, it’s always fun for me to hang out with like-minded people, who are attracted to the difficulties
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AI and Fly Fishing
I’ve invested in technology companies for a few decades. My take on AI: over-hyped, but it is definitely real. As the dry-fly fishing in Montana become more challenging, I decided to ask Perplexity about fly selection for the Upper Madison for mid-July. It recommended moving to attractor flies and mentioned the Purple Haze pattern. I’ve
Fly-Tying Clinics at UpCountry
The good folks are UpCountry are hosting fly-tying sessions with guides Zach St. Amand and Derrick Kirkpatrick. I’ve signed up for the 8:30 am session and hope to run into you there. Here is the description from UpCountry: Full-time Farmington River guides Derrick Kirkpatrick & Zach St. Amand will reveal their thought processes and open
A Farewell to Yarns
So saddened that Bill and Jan are leaving our area. Glad that he will be home and close to his grandchildren, though. Bill, we will miss you tons but look forward to fishing with you at your home waters in Georgia! On Thursday, June 2, 2023, a 40’ moving truck is going to weigh anchor,