Nuclear Options

The wind through the Gorge last week was, to quote a local boardsports forecaster, "nuking!" While carp fishing from the boat wasn't an option, I wasn't about to stay home. I had to find some other ways to occupy my time. Here are a few of the things I got up to: Number 1: Satisfying … Continue reading Nuclear Options →

Wild Cards

During the summer months the prevailing winds blow through the Columbia Gorge from west to east, against the river current, which creates the exciting conditions that draw wind-powered water-sport enthusiasts from around the world. Once in a while we get an east wind. These don't last very long and are rarely very strong. I had … Continue reading Wild Cards →

And so it Begins

What a difference a month makes! We took a trip over spring break and came home to some warm sunny days. It's not summer yet, but it's a far cry from frigid winds and cold empty flats. As I predicted, the carp have shown up in bunches. Today I visited the same flat I pictured … Continue reading And so it Begins →