The aroma of fresh coffee pierces the tranquility in the room. You’ve slept but anticipation loomed. It’s early as the sun cracks the hillside; its rays burn the fog off the river. Guides prep the boats and fire up the engines as you eat breakfast and eagerly await the day […]
Your family has skied for three days straight. Muscles are sore and backs are tired. The kids and you need a break from the slopes. Now is the perfect time to call Vail Valley Anglers and take the family on an ice fishing adventure. There can be a lot of […]
In the pitch black of the bedroom, I hesitated to look at my phone. I knew that once I did, it would be even harder to fall back asleep. But at this point, it didn’t matter. My eyes were wide open and my mind was already running at full bore. […]
The iconic San Miguel Reel has made a triumphant return to the Ross Reels lineup! One of the most sought after trout reels for decades the San Miguel defines the ultimate class and finesse in a fly reel. About 20 years ago Ross Reels stopped producing the San Miguel, but […]
For many, fly fishing isn’t necessarily considered a dangerous hobby, there are typically no giant cliff drops, avalanches, motorized racing vehicles, or flesh-eating bacterias. But there is one uncontrolled variable that can lead to risky situations out there…water current. Every time you step foot into the river, you should take […]
Two fisherman walk into a bar. They are engulfed in a heated conversation about, you guessed it, fly fishing. With only a brief pause to order a couple beers, they sit down and continue their discussion. Fisherman #1: “I saw you playing that brown like a god dang newbie! Either […]
The mighty Deschutes River is a must fish for every angler, located in the Eastern Cascades of Central Oregon. The “lower” river flows south to north from Pelton Dam near the town of Madras, Oregon. Where it passes through the arid and rugged high desert continuing through steep canyon walls […]
Last week the IFTD (International Fly Tackle Dealer Show) show wrapped up in Denver, Colorado. The show is a business to business show where fly shops, manufacturers, reps, new companies, etc. all have the chance to meet, showcase new products, and talk business. The show had a great turnout with […]
Belize is located on the Eastern Coast of Central America nestled between Mexico and Guatemala, the country is no bigger than the state of Massachusetts. It boasts the largest living barrier reef that spans the whole coastline and to the west are swathes of rainforest that make up most of […]
As stated in Part 1 of Rowing for Fly Fishing, “Basics for Safely Running Drift Boats or Rafts,” a poorly skilled oarsman will result in a not so productive fishing experience. The oarsman is the captain of the boat that helps anglers get into fish, a highly skilled captain can […]
Ah, the open road. From interstates and highways to rugged forestry roads, there is a prevailing freedom in driving to our destinations. Unlike mass transit, we get to choose when and where we stop, how fast or slow we go and what random side excursions we may want to explore. […]
In today’s fast paced world, it’s easy to overlook the small things in life. We want things that are bigger, faster and readily available. It’s easy to forget to take the time to smell the roses, kick your feet up, breath and enjoy the process. The same thing can be […]