This year, I have made a point to try out a couple new things in the fly-fishing world: a couple new techniques, a couple new books, a couple new places, and most importantly, a bit of new kit. Hear are some items I’d recommend. RODS Unfortunately, part of my new kit was a direct
Salmon River Steelhead Trip
Steelhead fishing is everything they say it is. It is cold, mentally and physically challenging, and redolent with glimpses of bedlam when a fish is on. And, it is absolutely and downright addicting for the fishing demented. I took a few days off for my second-ever trip to the Salmon River in NY. I’ve seen
Best Fly Fishing Gifts (2019)
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Orvis Podcast: Winter Streamer Fishing
If you’re doing a lot of travel for Thanksgiving, might I suggest this Tom Rosenbauer podcast on streamer fishing? The title: “There’s No Such Thing as Streamer Season.” The episode focuses on winter streamer fishing and covers everything: water selection, techniques, flies, and gear. I’ve really enjoyed streamer fishing thus far. Some of my better