Today, I'll take you on a boozy journey down the river, pairing our favorite nymph patterns with the world’s most swaggering rum drinks. Why? Because just like rum, fly fishing requires a certain finesse, and nothing says "I know what I'm doing" like matching your fly to your flask! "Avast, ye matey," as we will soon have all the answers!

Whiskey connoisseurs! Strap in for a flavorful adventure where we pair robust streamer patterns with the rich profiles of various whiskeys. Because, let's face it, nothing caps off a day of casting like a good dram, especially when it complements your lure.

I've been fortunate enough to get involved in a number of projects in the fly fishing space.  Everything from helping design rods, reels, and lines to writing books, running education programs, and drinking with old friends
A while back I was put in contact with Andrew Boeddecker, a level-headed fly fishing angler who had experienced tough times as a beginner and had somewhat of an introverted approach.  Along his journey into fly fishing he found that it was tough meeting new people and adding to his skill set.  Although located in Minnesota, he had plenty of anglers around but didn't know how to connect.  He knew that was the answer because he observed that throughout the fly fishing community, those with the large networks of anglers they fished with, were often the best anglers.  A man on a mission he started leveraging his project management background for technology with a large medical company and devised a plan.

Gather round! Today I'll unlock the sacred mystery of how to effectively fish directly on brown trout redds. For the uninitiated, redds are those super attractive gravel pits in streams that trout fuss over by clearing them with their tails. Yes, those! They aren’t just doing aquatic gardening, they’re actually dropping their future generations right there. Yep...laying eggs and fighting for dominance.  The ideal hunting grounds for a confident angler ready to slay!

God beer is good. Craft beer can be great and it can be 3 steps below Milwaukee’s Best so let’s pair up a few others than the beast with foam flies in a fly fishing and craft beer pairing! Today, we’re exploring how to enhance your fishing experience with the perfect combination of foam fly patterns and craft beers. Whether you're streamside or in your backyard, here’s how you can match your fishing tactics with a refreshing beer, just like a pro. Pick your local craft beer draw the lines and whet your appetite. 

After the holiday's I thought...F'it.  Let's poke a little fun at organized religion. Inserting a little humor in the comparison could be fun.  Fly fishing, with its serene landscapes and reflective moments, might seem a world away from the ornate cathedrals and solemn liturgies of the Catholic Church. Yet, dive beneath the surface, and you'll find that both are structured with a complex hierarchy, rituals, and an undeniable pursuit of the miraculous. Let's explore how fly fishing elements align with the hierarchical structure of the Catholic Church, drawing a reverent parallel between the stream and the sanctuary.

Fly fishing rods and airplanes may seem worlds apart, but when you break down their characteristics—precision, design, and the thrill of the experience—they share more similarities than one might initially think. Both are built for specific types of performance and cater to a wide range of enthusiasts and professionals. Let's explore how some leading fly fishing rod manufacturers compare to iconic airplane models.

Greetings, river walkers and wine enthusiasts! Today, we’ll venture through a delightful pairing of dry fly patterns and exquisite wines from renowned regions. Why not blend the art of fly fishing ...

The Unseen Connection

This year I’ve been watching more football than in the past few.  I was born and raised in Pittsburgh and have seen the ups and downs of a team from the highest to the lowest so it’s hard not to be attached. Believe it or not, fly fishing and professional football have more in common than you might think. Sure, one typically involves wading through serene rivers while the other features men charging through defensive lines, but the similarities are as striking as a linebacker's tackle. I’ll break down why I think fly fishing is basically the pro football of the great outdoors.