Fly fishing duo Aimee and Chase (Tight Loops) travel around North America in their VW Campervan, exploring the wilderness in search of rare species of fish. Their recent adventure took them into Montana’s Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness in search of the elusive California Golden Trout—a fish with a history. An
I avoid the temptation to predict where I will end up on a journey in life. It seems the path forward is very much dependent on what I discover and learn along the way and, most importantly, who I meet. There is force and momentum more powerful than my own
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Situated just a few hours north of New York City, the Adirondack Mountains offer the angler an outdoor paradise. Representing the largest protected area in the continuous US, the Adirondacks offer more than 2,000 miles of hiking trails, over 3,000 lakes and ponds, and 1,200 miles of
For years anglers have flocked to Labrador to target large brook trout. Now, this rustic fishery is also a destination for those who love toothy critters. Giant pike, eager to crush a fly, lurk in shallow waters. While many areas are accessible only by float plane, the accommodations are comfortable
The traditions of New Brunswick’s Atlantic salmon rivers run as deep as the pools on the Restigouche River. The pristine water and vast, expansive wilderness draw you in the moment you arrive. You can rest assured a trip to New Brunswick will forever alter the way you look at
7 nights/6 days guided fishing By Copal Tree Lodge package price - 9,275.00 photo courtesy of - Copal Tree Lodge Copal Tree Lodge is our favorite place to stay in Belize. The lodge is committed to conservation, local economic development, and actively engages in practices to minimize
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Have you ever thought “I saw my fish swim away so it must be fine”? Unfortunately some of the catch-and-release science is showing that this isn’t always the case. Tropical flats are my happy place. I love nothing more than wading and looking for bonefish, or any other flats
That’s what I said to Rachel Finn, a notorious Adirondack fly fishing guide, fine artist, and my friend, as we stood in the middle of the Ausable River throwing dry flies in pocket water, or maybe passing nymphs along boulders, outside of Lake Placid, New York in 1998. I