This afternoon I found myself in an unlikely place: the local library. Libraries aren't totally foreign to me, having spent a good portion of my college years holed up in the corner of the reference section, prepping for the next exam. But in the … [Continue reading] about Book Review: Crazy for Rivers
How Not To Fish A Trout Park
Day 1 Take kayak and 4wt fly rod to local lake designated as trout park. Fish the entire perimeter of the lake. Catch plenty of bream but do not hook or spot any trout. Return to boat launch. Begin speaking with local spin fishermen who … [Continue reading] about How Not To Fish A Trout Park
Mill Pond Morning
Sometimes the best fishing can be found in your own back yard. No extra packing, planning or plane trips. Just pure and simple fun. This morning I got up early and secured the kayak on the rack using 2 bungees. The one-mile trip on backroads to … [Continue reading] about Mill Pond Morning
Fall Kayak Fishing
Fall in Connecticut is one of my favorite times to fish. Daily highs drop into the 70's. The air is crisp with light winds. Fishing pressure drops as some anglers turn their sights (pun intended) to hunting. Today was one of those perfect days. … [Continue reading] about Fall Kayak Fishing
Product Review: Bending the Butter Stick
Had a chance to review one of Redington's latest offerings, the Butter Stick fiberglass fly rod. I enjoy making and fishing fiberglass rods, so when I saw the press release a couple of months ago I immediately put my name in the hat to test it. To … [Continue reading] about Product Review: Bending the Butter Stick