I saw that photo and was bummed also. This was the first time I've seen anything like that from an outfit that has been a good resource, and to my knowledge, a good good river steward. I guess I was willing to cut 'em a break. However, I'm glad to hear you did the right thing by writing a letter and...

Only five?!! I'm assuming I can bring only five patterns - but can have multiple sizes for each pattern. The normal disclaimers about specific water, time of year, etc. aside, I guess I'd do something like this: 1. parachute adams or an h&L variant 2. parachute ant 3. stimulator or an elk hair c...

Very cool - congratulations on getting published. I enjoyed the story.

nice! something tells me you could have fun with a CNC.

sounds like a great escape to me... I know what it's like having a little one around these days - good for you for getting out!

Generally I am either fishing in walking distance to the truck or hiking-in for a long day trip or overnight. While much of the stuff I bring is the same, the vessels vary. always carry: 3 fly boxes (can't ever seem to cut it down to less), floatant, stats, nippers, split shot, indicators, tippet fr...

stanbery wrote:G&G is a very nice blog.
Jon

I agree - they always have some good tips, great photos and some pretty entertaining stories. I don't know if you caught their article about REM's Michael Stipe being an avid fly fisher... but it was a crack-up.

Found this blog post in my inbox this morning. It's a good (short) article on how to handle and release trout. Not sure about the Coke thing...
http://www.ginkandgasoline.com/fly-fish ... mortality/
Tom

Happy holidays everyone!

Tom

Bob - glad to hear you are feeling better and getting back out on the water.

Tom

never been - but am looking into it for a possible may trip. Just from internet searches and other fly fishing blogs, folks are in Andros Island. I think we're looking at going to Eleuthera - very narrow strip of land with Atlantic tides 2 hrs. before the Caribbean side :bananadance: Let me know if ...

umf...that is a good price. I bought one for my wife a year or so ago, also the 3 wt. and it is a fun rod.

Tom

Guy, welcome! I'm glad to hear you will be posting here. I'm looking forward to getting up to see you sometime this winter.

Best -

Tom Greek

Shane - thanks for posting. His response is encouraging. I'm glad to hear they intend to approach the problem from a few different angles. Fingers crossed and more letters!

Tom

No fight intended or desired Mike. I don't have much time for that either. Just a conversation. I respect your view point and can tell you are a thoughtful individual. The following is my opinion. Please do not take it as a counterpoint to what you have offered - simply another view point. I think e...