I returned the next morning, determined to land a grass carp. I had tied some simple dry flies to resemble the flowery stalks I had seen the fish eating. The weather was a bit overcast and it was sprinkling rain off and on, just enough to keep most people at home. I had the water to … Continue reading Amur-ous Diversion
Author: Adam
Adam has a master’s degree in mathematics, a black belt in aikido, and has worked enough jobs to fill a book—sushi chef, Peace Corps volunteer, and police detective among them. His writing and photos have shown up in The Drake, Tenkara USA, Hawaii Fishing News, and Sporting Classics Magazine. In 2023 he traded a badge in Honolulu for a skiff on the Columbia, where he now spends his days chasing carp with a fly rod and pretending it’s a retirement plan.
Catfish, Interrupted
Last weekend I heard that people had been catching buffalo on the Caney Fork river. I have not solved the puzzle that is catching buffalo on the fly but from what I understand the key is timing. In the spring, the buffalo stampede upriver to their spawning grounds. The strategy for catching them is the … Continue reading Catfish, Interrupted
Rare Treat
The new pump arrived for the boat! I usually prefer to avoid the Sunday crowds but today I decided to go out and look for some fish anyway.The conditions weren't great. The wind blew pretty hard and from time to time it would change directions. Nevertheless I found carp feeding along the shorelines who were … Continue reading Rare Treat
Spring Flowers
The pump for my inflatable boat broke beyond all repair. I ordered a new one, but it will take a week or so to arrive.In the meantime I've been wandering the shorelines of my favorite fishing spots on foot, enjoying the flowers, and catching some fish along the way!
See Ya Later Alligator
After our Caribbean cruise we returned to Miami and spent a few days in the Everglades. Every time we stopped at a fishy looking spot I took a few minutes to work the water with my spinning rod. In light of the fish kill I wasn't expecting much action so I was thrilled to hook … Continue reading See Ya Later Alligator
Men Who Fish With Goats
Upon arriving in Miami I was greeted with two pieces of unfortunate information: First, the weather was windy and rainy. Saltwater flats fishing was possible, but very likely it would be miserable and unproductive. Second, Florida had recently experienced a cold snap that resulted in a massive fish kill. My guide, Cordell Baum said he … Continue reading Men Who Fish With Goats
Low Sodium
I can hardly believe that in two days I will be on the flats of Biscayne Bay fishing for bonefish. I don't get to go bonefishing very often these days so to make the most of my trip I've been preparing myself. Randall Kaufmann's Bonefishing With a Fly (the newer edition is Bonefishing!) is one … Continue reading Low Sodium
Spring Mystery
The weather has begun to show signs of Spring. I took advantage of one sunny but chilly morning to go wading in a nearby stream.The baitfish were active but the bass and bluegills still looked sluggish in the cold water. I had a lightweight spinning rod and I drifted a kernel of corn into a … Continue reading Spring Mystery
big fish dreams
I'm getting excited for our upcoming trip to Florida and the Caribbean. Plans are being made and it looks like I'm going to get some good fishing time in.We have two days in Miami before our cruise leaves and I've made plans to go with Cordell Baum, a local bonefish guide. I've been fishing with … Continue reading big fish dreams
The Truth about Crayfish
My carp fishing lecture at Cumberland Transit last night was a success - meaning I actually had an audience! Apparently someone poached the announcement from the Cumberland Transit Website and put it in the Tennessean Newspaper's outdoor events calendar. So, thanks to whoever did that, thanks to CT for hosting me, and thanks to everyone … Continue reading The Truth about Crayfish
The Fishing Dojo 