Alarm. Damn. Two snoozes too many. Out of bed, throw on clothes, grab the bags, slam some coffee. In the car, run a yellow, dodge the slow ones, find the gaps. Park the car, bags again, drop them off, through security. Moving walkway, at the gate, on the plane, find a seat, buckle up, earbuds…
The White River in Northern Arkansas is firmly rooted in the upper echelon of famous trout rivers in the United States, and for good reason. The average brown trout from the White measures anywhere from 18-24 inches, with trophies over 25” caught every day. Anglers from all over the world make the pilgrimage to the…
There are places in the fly-fishing world that get under your skin in a way that defies logic. They’re not just destinations; they’re experiences that reset your sense of what trout water can be. Patagonia’s spring creeks — quiet ribbons of gin-clear flow winding through the wilds of Chubut Province — are precisely that kind…
The Silver Creek is world-renowned for the clockwork dependability of its hatches and its booming population of hungry but selective brown trout. When visiting there, Brett Zundel of Loon Outdoors found out, however, that the fishing was only a minor part of the river’s story. Its serenity and beauty – its very livelihood - seems…
I didn’t grow up fly fishing. By the time I was twenty-nine, fishing had almost disappeared from my life. As a kid, I spent countless hours with my father along canals and still waters. Later, studies, work, and routines took over, and rods slowly disappeared from our weekends. Years passed without much thought of rivers,…
The salmon season has just kicked off here in Norway. Historically, June 1st is a time of excitement, celebration, and incredible catches. Today, with the onslaught of the salmon farming industry, the depletion of preyfish in the ocean, and the looming threats of global warming salmon fishing has never been a more dire game to…
From the bustling streets of Venice to Rome’s breathtaking architecture and its mouthwatering cuisine, Italy is a country that never ceases to amaze. With nearly 65 million tourists annually and a permanent rank in the top 5 most visited countries in the world, Italy’s cultural lore spans across the planet.
By Marina Gibson (Fly Fishing…
It’s always great to have a fishing trip to look forward to. But it can also be a constant distraction—and occasionally a source of acute stress. Next week we’re off to Gabon to fly fish for tarpon, jack crevalle, longfin trevally, African threadfin, and more. At the same time, we’ve had a magazine to finish.…
So, we’ve just returned from Cosmoledo and are now back behind our desks. It’s winter outside - freezing cold and dark. But the memories from our recent adventure - catching some epic fish and sharing countless laughs with new and old friends - will stay with us for a long time and, hopefully, carry us…
Everyone knows the grass is always greener on the other side. Not least Adam Westerman. As a relentless fly fisherman and an unapologetic fish-finder to the very tips of his fingers, he couldn’t resist inventing a tool that quickly, firmly, and easily took him exactly where he wanted to be. This is the story of…
In early March I flew into Chile from my summer in New Zealand. I had to check out a new lodge, “Where Wise Men Fish.” It was built by a fellow named Adam Henderson, who I taught to tie flies when he was about 10 years old. His parents were good friends of mine here…
Everyone knows Swedish Lapland is famous for its Baltic salmon and pike fishing, but were you aware that it also offers outstanding grayling and trout fishing? With the entire area being covered with lakes, streams, rivers, and marshes, it only makes sense that there are lots of other fishing opportunities at your fingertips.
By: Laurel…
