We had a nice evening around the lodge last night here at St Brandon’s Atoll. There are four other anglers all from South Africa. We had a yummy dinner and a few Phoenix Beers with them before retiring to bed. This morning Ben, Scott and I got up before sunrise for coffee. Then before … Read more
This saltwater fly fishing adventure began today. To remind everyone, I’m with friends from back home, Scott Smith and Ben Smith, on a fishing trip to St Brandon’s Atoll in the southern Indian Ocean. St Brandon’s belongs to the country of Mauritius which is a small island nation east of Madagascar. St Brandon’s is quickly … Read more
Scott, Ben and I spent yesterday and today touring around the small island nation of Mauritius here in the boonies of the Indian Ocean. We’re killing time before we head fishing to St. Brandon’s Atoll. It’s been a fun two days meeting the welcoming people of Mauritius, checking out markets, beaches, beer drinking and good … Read more
It was all smooth sailing from Victor, Idaho to Port Louis, Mauritius. Our last flight was Paris to Port Louis and took 11 hours 40 minutes. The journey from my door to door took 39 hours. We arrived at the Address Boutique Hotel in Port Chambly at around 1 PM. It’s a beautiful … Read more
I may not have fished the last ten days since the Wisconsin Driftless but I was home, happy and packing for what should be a top adventure. Tomorrow I’ll be headed to St Brandon’s Atoll which belongs to the country of Mauritius. I’ll be fishing with a few buddies from the states, Scott Smith and … Read more
We took it a heck of a lot easier last night here in the Wisconsin Driftless Area. I recon we were all asleep at 11 PM. Sunday night took its toll on this group of 50+ dudes. After yet another giganticus meal of a breakfast we all drove an hour to new waters. The main … Read more
Morning came early today in the Wisconsin Driftless Area with my college friends. Most of us haven’t seen each other since my 50th on the Henry’s Fork back in 2015 so we got a little excited last night. So excited we stayed up until 4 AM playing cards and catching up. It was a heck … Read more
Yesterday the Great Waters Fly Fishing Expo in St Paul, Minnesota wrapped up the winter show season for me. 2017 will go down as one of the busiest. I had a terrific time entertaining and visiting with the folks that come to the shows to learn but also all the amazing fellow speakers I had … Read more
This weekend I speak at my last Fly Fishing Show of the season. Really? Winter zipped by that fast? Indeed it did and I’m ending with a bang with my first ever appearance at the Great Waters Fly Fishing Expo in St. Paul, Minnesota March 17-19. I’ve known of this show for many years … Read more
When I go quiet I’m either on a foreign country expedition or focused on a writing or art project while home for the first time in a while. Well, this time it’s the latter which meant a pleasurable week at home with the Sharpies and pastels and some amusing pet deer! I drew on … Read more
I’m deep into the California speaking tour. I spoke to Tracy Fly Fishers last week then at the Pleasanton Fly Fishing Show over the weekend. Both were excellent with high attendance for the show and all my presentations. Here’s a shot of me teaching the Double Haul on the outside casting pond. On top … Read more
No rest for the wicked. I barely get in the door at home on Mondays before leaving again on Wednesdays. I like it though because I love my job. While tomorrow night some of my California friends will catch my “Warmwater Fly Fishing” presentation at Tracy Fly Fishers here in California, those who don’t can … Read more