I'm not sure what to say. I started this blog mainly as a fishing journal that could incorporate photographs. Indeed, I often look back at old posts to remember when something happened, so it has served that purpose, but I also know that a few other people read my blog from time to time to … Continue reading The Pace of Things
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The Struggle Bus
Some days when I go fishing it feels like I have boarded the express bus to Carp Town. I hit the water and just get down to business hooking fish. Yesterday was not one of those days. I launched the skiff at a spot that has recently has been producing lots of days of double-digit … Continue reading The Struggle Bus
Realization
In the Pacific Northwest, this land of deep-V aluminum boats, my skiff draws attention. She's a fine little boat and gets quite a few complements, but only a handful of people have recognized her for what she is. One of those people was Trevor, who was doing some tree-work on our property last fall. He … Continue reading Realization
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
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
Temperature Obsessed
Disclaimer/Nerd-Alert: I am currently obsessed with water temperatures. I can't imagine that anyone else will be even remotely as interested in this as I am. You've been warned. Read on if you dare... In the classic book Carp on the Fly there is a temperature chart that lists some remarks about carp biology corresponding to … Continue reading Temperature Obsessed
How to Winter
Today was one of those deceptively nice days that make you think crazy thoughts like "gee, maybe winter isn't so bad, after all." The fog blew off and the sun came out before lunch so I grabbed a rod and drove to one of my little winter carp lakes. The lake has an outlet to … Continue reading How to Winter
Belize Navidad
We spent Christmas on Caye Caulker in Belize, visiting a friend from the Peace Corps. I spent Christmas Eve fishing, and a bit of Christmas morning. While I was ultimately successful in catching a few fish, I will say right at the start that I do not recommend Caye Caulker as a DIY fly fishing … Continue reading Belize Navidad
The End of the Season?
Most sources agree that the carp fishing season on the Columbia River wraps up in October. Most of the spots on the main river channel have slowed down, but I have found hungry fish in the small lakes and backwaters. On mild days, with a bit of sun, or after some rain, the carp, especially … Continue reading The End of the Season?
October Caddis
The Columbia remains weedy and the water levels are very low. Carp fishing from the shore is a tall order, and with more saber-rattling at China over trade, I'll be surprised if my boat arrives in time for Christmas. Luckily for me, there are other fishing opportunities around. This week I decided to visit the … Continue reading October Caddis
The Fishing Dojo 