New fly-fishing books for 2017
In the digital age, the written word still matters. As a big fan of print, I was happy to see several new books on varying subjects hit the shelves in 2017. Here are a few new titles worth a read.
A goodbye to my favourite waders
I've been realizing that a long-time part of my steelhead fishing life is about to be retired. My favourite waders have finally passed their best before date.
Beyond the rod and reel: New 2017 fly gear
While attending The Fly Fishing Show in Somerset, NJ recently, I had more fun probing the aisles for the overlooked items worth the find...it’s the largest all fly-fishing retail show in the world. Here are my top picks:
The Skagit casting revolution
Ray Blades talks Tom Larimer demystifing Skagit casting in his video Skagit Revolution...
WOW, what a weekend!
I just had the pleasure of spending two and a half days with nearly 100 women at the OFAH annual Women's Outdoor Weekend
The fundamentals of safe wading
I always try to exercise caution and good judgment when I’m wading. Here are a few tips I’ve picked up along the way.
Tying with deer hair
Since bass season is nearly upon us... Here are a few expert tips and a video that will help you, and me, tie better deer-hair flies.
My problem with boobies
I’ve never fished the booby fly, but I have read a lot about them. They say these flies can be deadly...
Fly fishing in Kyuquot Sound ‘a life-altering experience’
Cohos, bears, and natural beauty on the wild west coast