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I agree with trying new species, etc... my main point was I'm not going to try new fisheries that require me to fish in ways I don't enjoy. For instance I'm not going to fish bobbers or troll. My preference is to streamer fish and I'd rather get skunked fishing in ways that bring me joy than...

I've taken long breaks from fly fishing and it was great. Sometimes you need a break from something to appreciate it even more. As for people saying "change it up" I'm not sure I agree. As I've gotten older I've become more rigid in how I want to catch fish and I'm not going to fish...

Decided to brave the cold, drizzly weather to get after some spring smallmouth as they move into the creeks and rivers from the lakes. Not really the temperature you’re looking for on May 1st. Hiked down into the creeks and cast a bright clouser variation into the first deep run. Right in...

for water filtration I prefer a Katadyn BeFree filter that screws into almost any sized soft flask. Scoop and drink and packs small when not in use. Also fits perfectly in the water bottle pocket on most backpacks.

Kudos, one of those fisheries I always wanted to try since reading Shewey's book but never got around to.

When you do it just remember you are going to suffer and that suffering is the point. You might also look into a timed ultra (usually a loop course) where you go until the time is up. A six or twelve hour event would be perfect for whichever distance you're going for.

I've been a bit nuts the running side of things the past couple years. Ran three 100 milers and did a ton of long efforts in the mountains. Highlight was pacing Tara Dower on her Appalachian Trail FKT for two days in Maine. Last November took some time off for a minor hip issue and just...

A cheaper but not as eco-friendly option if cold fishing is a rare occurrence are the adhesive Hot Hands style toe warmers. They've worked well for me winter steelhead fishing in the past.

You will hear less of it if you switch from paved/gravel bike trails to single track... and it basically vanishes 3-4 miles from a trailhead. I'm super friendly on the trail when I see others but I won't even say a hello to the speaker mafia. I've been looking at boats and I'm amazed at the...

I’ve become a bit of a cold weather fishing wimp as I’ve aged and winter in Western NY has been especially cold. Booked a couple days fishing the local big water well in advance not knowing that the cold would persist a bit longer than whatever normal is now. I was excited to not only fish but...

First attempt at a flat wing clouser. Neah Bay / Coho Banger

with the snow all gone, the garbage bloom is beautiful.

Back at the vise after a long absence. Got a trip in a couple weeks throwing baitfish patterns locally so of course I’m gonna be tying Clousers and variations. And just to make sure I could tie more than Clousers, here’s an Albie Escort.

True, but should be two easy wins for the Bills and Pats.

Saw bees for the first time today along with the Erie Canal being ice free. Windy as hell but in the 60's is so nice.

That area has a long history of the super wealthy doing things the locals don't approve of, like buying and preserving the land that is now Grand Teton National Park. Unfortunately I don't think this newer class of super wealthy is as into metaphorically "planting trees for future generations."

Looks like Neah Bay should be on fire for coho. Another spot I enjoyed fishing further down the Strait will probably be meh with lower local runs.... but one never knows.

Thank god the Swell Scupper 14 and 16 exist. If I was to get back into offshore kayak fishing I would order one of these in a heartbeat. The best kayak fishing in WA I ever experienced was off limits to peddle boats. Thick kelp beds loaded with firecracker herring. Pulled up the rudder and...

At least you have open water and open fisheries for musky in February.

Fingers crossed for Anna and Cam to medal in the skimo mixed relay.