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Colorado; last year flooding and this year a drought. You may recall last year folks were unable to fish many of the Colorado streams due to too much snow and late season snow melt. This years mild winter has done just the opposite.
Tenkara Outlaws; believe it or not. It seems the state of New York has declared Tenkara fishing on "fly only" waters illegal. Jason Klass at Tenkara Talk has a few words to say about How to be a Tenkara Outlaw.
Make your own unique fishing video doing time lapse photography.
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0Ian Andersonhttp://www.flymasters.com<![CDATA[Wordsmithing Everyday]]>http://www.flymasters.com/thedrift/?p=12652012-05-16T16:22:17Z2012-05-16T16:11:43ZFor anyone following The Drift you know I often post new and information I find on MidCurrent. It is a great resource for all things fly fishing and like you, my time is limited, so I head to MidCurrent to see what the latest is in my little world. Recently they mentioned a story that was written about a letter from Norman Maclean to Knopf publishing concerning his rejection from them in publishing A River Runs Through It and Other Stories. I am writing about the letter for two reasons. One, it is an interesting foot note to the story of the publishing of this classic tale. The second reason is that the writing of this letter in and of itself is a thing of beauty. It is beautiful not only in the overall message that Maclean conveys in this letter but the way he does it.
Wordsmithing is an art form that does not get as much recognition these days. It is so easy to publish anything in the world of the Internet, blogs and txting (yes that was intentional) that anyone can write down their passing thoughts for all to read. Much of it is not worth reading due to the fact that the contents of most peoples heads are pretty light and as soon as I run across more than six spelling or grammatical errors I am on my way to something more substantial.
I do not fancy myself a accomplished write by any stretch however I do attempt to pass along my thoughts and observations in some sort of meaningful as well as entertaining fashion so that anyone stopping to read my words may be slightly better off for it. At least a smile and a stirring of a thought are my hopes. After reading this letter I realize I my never be an artist with words as Maclean is but it certainly does inspire me to try harder. We could all use a little more artistic expression in our words everyday. – Enjoy.
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0Ian Andersonhttp://www.flymasters.com<![CDATA[Teach The Children Well]]>http://www.flymasters.com/thedrift/?p=12612012-05-12T02:45:42Z2012-05-12T02:45:42ZOur good friend Sheri Harris (a.k.a. Ms. Harris to her third graders) invited me up to East Elementary where she teaches for a day of introducing fly fishing to young minds. Along with Bob and Mary Smith we introduced 22 third graders to fly casting and fly tying. All of the children were very well behaved and very eager to cast the rods and learn about the various materials used in fly tying. Most had gone fishing before but it was a first for everyone casting a fly rod. We placed a number of hoop targets out for the kids to try to cast too and two in my group actually landed in the target more then ten times. Hopefully, the experience will stick for some of them and grow into a life long passion. Sometimes it all starts with getting a rod in their hands.
The Pebble Mine in Alaska sometimes seems to be on the back burner or even out of the picture all together. This is a fight still going on and everyone (on either side of the fence) needs to stay up to date as to what is happening.
Who would have thought something as simple as a rod tube would cause so much trouble.
"Lights Out" wins People's Choice award at 2012 Simms Shootout Film Competition.
]]>0Ian Andersonhttp://www.flymasters.com<![CDATA[Indiana Spey Casting]]>http://www.flymasters.com/thedrift/?p=12482012-05-08T14:58:43Z2012-05-08T14:49:39ZWe had a great two handed (spey) casting clinic this past weekend with Steve Martinez of Indigo Guide Service. The turn out was good, you never want too many at these sorts of things. We even had two gentleman all the way from Ohio who had been on the water with Steve in Michigan.
As usual, the rods were not the only things being slung around. We had the cameras out as well as the video cameras. Dave Hosler from Pile Cast was on hand and took some excellent stills. Head over to Pile Cast to take a look at his great photos. I focused mostly on the video end trying to sharpen those skills.
Steve Burkhalter was on hand from Hardy USA with a number of great Hardy rods for everyone to try. The water was up from some recent rain but did not really interfere with the clinic. We got some strange looks from people passing by on the bridge as well as across the river. You just don't see these things slung around Indiana that often.
All in all, a fantastic clinic and everyone left with smiles on their faces.
]]>0Ian Andersonhttp://www.flymasters.com<![CDATA[Get Fired Up For Beaver]]>http://www.flymasters.com/thedrift/?p=12432012-05-04T17:21:29Z2012-05-04T17:11:55ZKevin Morlock of Indigo Guide Service filmed an episode for In-Fisherman with Steve Hoffman on Beaver Island last year. We have been singing the praises of Beaver Island for some time now and this video shows you just why. The broad flats are beautiful, the water is clear and the fish are big. Make this year the one you treat yourself to a truly unique fishing experience. Contact Kevin at indigo and book a trip today!.
From May 15 to June 1, the public will be able to use a convenient online form to contribute ideas and suggestions as well as provide input on issues the DNR has identified for consideration.
“This is an opportunity for people to let us know what changes they would like us to consider,” said Gregg McCollam, assistant director of the Division of Fish & Wildlife. “This process also allows us to get much needed feedback on issues that the division is in interested in moving forward.”
To find the online form, go to wildlife.IN.gov and click on the “Got Input?” box near the middle of the page. The form will be available for use beginning May 15.
More and more anglers practice Catch and Release these days. It has had a definite positive impact on most fisheries around the country. However, there are some simple practices you can do to increase the odds that the fish you release will live through the experience.
Bob's Banger was originally designed for saltwater application but works just as well in freshwater.
]]>0Ian Andersonhttp://www.flymasters.com<![CDATA[Canvasfish]]>http://www.flymasters.com/thedrift/?p=12352012-04-27T17:09:45Z2012-04-27T17:09:45ZJust a simple fly fishing video today. You deserve a nice 15 minute break from the hustle and bustle of the day. – Enjoy and have a great weekned.
Are you an educator or youth leader wanting to bring fishing into your classroom or community? Attend a free Crew Captain workshop at Fort Harrison State Park and learn how. Plus you'll get access to equipment and materials to help.
]]>0Ian Andersonhttp://www.flymasters.com<![CDATA[Fly Fishing Memories]]>http://www.flymasters.com/thedrift/?p=12262012-04-23T18:16:51Z2012-04-23T18:13:17ZThe advent of Catch & Release in the past 50 years has had a huge impact on the fisheries across the country. However, the one downside is that most of us don't keep those "trophy" fish to hang on the wall anymore. Sure you can get a replica made but for the most part the attitude has just plan changed in terms of having some sort of memento to remember our fish by.
The good news is that in the past 10 years digital cameras have really come into their own and it is now easier than ever to get a good quality photo to place in an album or even have blown up and hung on the wall to help refresh the grey cells on our adventures. Literally, hundreds of photos can be taken in minutes when that fish of a life time decides to take your fly.
However, just like in days gone past, there were good and bad taxidermists… A quality photo to do honor to that great catch needs to go beyond the typical "grip and grin" shot. I have found over the past coupe of years the best way for me to learn about the composition of a great fish shot is to look at what other people are doing. Basically, take a look at what another photographer has done and try to copy it. There are a bunch of great resources across the Internet that have great photos for you to look at and learn from. Take a look at these sites to get started.
