Winter is upon us here and, thus, our options for outside are limited when it comes to fishing. There are some places in New England where the temperatures have been cold enough for long enough for some hard-water adventures, but not everywhere. That means not all of us are willing to brave conditions that lend
Fly Fishing Is Good for Your Brain, Part 1: Dopamine
We live in a golden era for neuroscience. And, now, there are data that explain why we love fly fishing so much. Let me explain. As brain scanning technology has become cheaper and more ubiquitous, studies of the brain have increased. These scans show if and where areas of the brain are activated. If so,
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