Tag: freestone shuffle
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The Long Way to the River
A long-form journal entry on how fly fishing became a constant in my life This isn’t a guide, a gear list, or a how-to. It’s the story of how fly fishing became a constant when everything else felt temporary. If you’ve ever wondered why people stay obsessed with standing in cold water waving sticks, this…
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A New Year, A Cold River: Starting a Fly Fishing Tradition
Fly fishing is stitched together by traditions, some ancient, some borrowed, and some made up on the fly (usually with numb fingers and questionable judgment). We inherit many of them without realizing it. The flies we trust, the way we step into a river, the quiet moment before the first cast. But every now and…
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Cayo Cruz, Cuba – A Fly Fishing Adventure (with a side of absurdity)
The author shares an exhilarating fishing trip to Cayo Cruz, Cuba, highlighting impressive catches like bonefish and barracuda, along with cultural experiences. Despite some fishing challenges and humorous moments, the trip exceeded expectations, blending adventure, camaraderie, and memorable meals. The author vows to return, better prepared for future fishing endeavors.
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Fly Fishing for Redfish in Louisiana: The Ultimate Skiff Adventure
When it comes to fly fishing, few experiences compare to the thrill of sight-casting for redfish in the wild, mangrove, and grass flats of Louisiana. The state’s coastal marshes are renowned for their abundant and sizable redfish population, making it a prime destination for anglers chasing these feisty, copper-colored giants. Armed with a fly rod…
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A Guide to Fly Fishing Small Tailwaters in the Fall
In my home region of northern Colorado, the aspens are now mostly past their peak and the nighttime temperatures are in the 30s and 40s consistently at elevation. This is when I turn my attention to small tailwaters due to the consistency of dam releases and the super skinny water in many of the freestones…
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Trout on a Fly
Wulff, Lee (1986). Trout on a Fly. New York: Nick Lyons Books. 174pgs. ISBN 0-941130-17-7 Book Summary I’m starting with a classic that I hadn’t read until a friend recommended it several weeks ago. Trout on a Fly is a different kind of read compared to today’s publications. Lee Wulff takes a hunter’s perspective that…
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The Freestone Shuffle: The Healing Power of Fly Fishing
In a world that often feels intrusive, needlessly hurried, and full of distractions, there’s a quiet corner that remains untouched by the grind. Standing in a river with a fly rod in hand. For me, fly fishing is more than just a sport or hobby; it’s a way to find peace of mind in the…