This time of year I'm typically breaking down rods, cleaning and lubing reels, inspecting the condition of lines and generally getting ready for winter fly tying. I'll get out occasionally, and have been focusing on local small streams. For those … [Continue reading] about For the Bucket List
Waters With History: The Pomeraug River in South Britain, CT
While writing this post I thought about creating a series on the history of waters in CT where I fish. This is the first. Most rivers in CT, if not all, have an industrial past to them. Some parts, like the PCBs in the Housatonic or other … [Continue reading] about Waters With History: The Pomeraug River in South Britain, CT
Fish Local
Shop local. Buy local. Eat local. Fish local . . . . Most of us do it, but this time of year we all get the itch to explore other areas in search of new waters and adventures. Post-Covid has given us a feeling of liberation, yet I'm finding … [Continue reading] about Fish Local
First Signs Of Fall
For many of us in the northeast, the first sign of fall is cooling temps after a long hot summer. Others wait for the leaves to change from lush green to red and gold. And some may find pumpkins and flowers on their neighbors' porches. A few look for … [Continue reading] about First Signs Of Fall
The Tug Of Summer Smallies
Sometimes all you need is a fiberglass rod, handful of streamers and eager bass. The pulloff for this section of the Housatonic runs along a busy truck route in lower Connecticut. There's no offramp, so you quickly swerve over the shoulder of the … [Continue reading] about The Tug Of Summer Smallies