Fished the Swift on Christmas Day. This time of year tailwater trout is about the only fly fishing available without getting on an airplane, except maybe some unfrozen ponds here in eastern Mass and down on the Cape (something I’d really like to try one of these days!). My Christmas day tradition for the last
2016: a Year for Gratitude
I’m very grateful that I’m able to make the time, and have the health, to fly fish. That may sound premature, but I think it’s prescient. I see many older folks braving the rivers but smartly establish limits. They won’t venture forth when there’s ice on the trails. They won’t wade aggressively into a torrid
Reflections and Resolutions
With the new year approaching quickly and my fishing likely done for the year, I find it hard not to start thinking of some goals for next year, and reflect on this past season. Starting with the past, I had a decent season this year. Got on the water about 150 times and primarily fished
Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas, everyone! May this holiday season be filled with rest and rejuvenation. May we try to forgive those who have grieved us. May we choose to look at our glass as half-full. And, of course, best wishes for tight lines this season. Spring will be here before you know it! It has been fun