A closer look. #1

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Fish, trout especially, are among the most beautiful creatures on earth. They are like swimming jewelry, and if you read that quote in John Gierach’s column, yes that was me. So from time to time I will offer you a closer look, and I can’t...



The Holy Moses

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That day on the White River in AR Kent and I saw the biggest trout either of us had ever seen. I’m no gonna say how big because you won’t believe me, but this is the fly Kent tied that night and that should give...



Work it Baby!

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Persistence pays off. I don’t know anyone willing to work a fish like Kent. We were getting no love on the South Platte when Kent spotted this brown. He made cast after cast. He changed flies and presentation again and again. I took a nap....



Epic Run Off Continues

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My last few posts have not dealt much with fishing.  Here’s the reason.  If you are planning a trip to the west, later is better.  This is pretty much the story everywhere. Fall fishing in Wyoming should be great this year.  Keep tying flies and...