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Gear Up For Fall: Simms Rogue Fleece Hoody Review

The leaves have changed and the temps have dropped which means one thing is certain. Winter will be here in…

12 years ago

Iowa Walleye On The Fly

As summer putters out with the occasional warm day, thoughts of fall fishing is almost constantly on my mind.  In…

12 years ago

A Midday Break: Sage One Humidor Review

There's nothing much more enjoyable than taking a break midday from fishing and smoking decent cigar. All the craziness of…

12 years ago

Gear Review: Sage TXL-F Series Fly Rod

A near perfect lightweight fly rod for delicate presentations on small technical waters.   The Sage TXL-F  is a choice…

12 years ago

Charring The Bucket List

The outfitter told me there were lake trout, arctic grayling AND arctic char at one of his camps and that…

12 years ago

Not Just Any Old Fly Line: The Scientific Anglers Mastery Textured Trout

Anglers today have a multitude of choices when it comes to choosing a fly line these days.  They are bombarded…

12 years ago

There Are A Few Things That Really Rattle Me

There are few things that really rattle me.  I have found myself in a standoff against a Yellowstone Black Bear,…

12 years ago

Chasing Silver – Andy’s Return: Film Review

If you have read my previous two reviews, you have read the disclaimers, so I don't feel the need to…

12 years ago

My Fishing Roots

When I was about 9 years old, my family moved to the outer edge of Alexandria, Louisiana. The area was…

12 years ago

Yellowstone’s Little Sister

Much has been written - and deservedly so - about Yellowstone National Park and its fisheries.  (Take a look at…

12 years ago

Two For The Price Of One: Soulfish 1 & 2 Review

Authors Note*** I am in no way a trained, licensed, or certified entertainment critic so if there is such a…

12 years ago

Hydro Flask: Not Just Another Water Bottle

One of my favorite new pieces of equipment is my Hydro Flask. I, like most outdoors people, get thirsty on…

12 years ago