I had no business being out there. The sun, despite its spring like warmth, had yet to begin melting away winter snow, but enticed me out of my winter slumber in search of open water fishing. More specifically in search of steelhead; steelhead that had been cooped up in small river holes for as long … Continue reading Loss (Of Rods and Trophies)
Month: May 2016
While I Was Wading
It was numbingly cold. For the moment I didn’t notice. I sat on the bank, wet and out of breath. My arm hurt. What just happened? The last few minutes ran through my head. I began to shiver. I don’t remember a time when I was ever this cold. By this time of year I’m … Continue reading While I Was Wading
Steelhead 101: Getting Started
I know from experience that getting started in steelheading can be an intimidating thing. A quick walk down any popular steelhead river will yield ideas of having to spend hundreds if not thousands of dollars to get in the game. Believe me, that time will come, but it’s not necessary right off the bat. Ease … Continue reading Steelhead 101: Getting Started