My friend, Nancy Siegler alerted me to Andy’s photos. I’d seen a couple of them before, but not stopped to take the time and see more of his work. Well, his work is rather good, if you ask me. Go have a look at some of his great shots at http://andyguibord.zenfolio.com/. You won’t be disappointed. His […]
I just received sad news that my friend, Jack Charlton, died on June 9th. He was a reel designer and builder of unmatched ability. Another friend, Capt. Jake Jordan, wrote a great eulogy for Jack, and I share it here with you. The passing of my friend Jack Charlton: On Friday morning June 10, I […]
Jason and I have received the page proofs from our printers and are busy examining them. They will go back to the printers in a couple of days, and then the book will officially be “in the works.” We will, of course post the estimated release date and other pertinent information right here and on […]
I will appear on Roger Maves Show–www.AskAboutFlyFishing.com tonight, February 2, 2011, Ground Hog Day, at 7pm Mountain Time. We will be discussing Fishing the Film and other topics. Let’s hope I get it all right the first time so I don’t have to do it endlessly until I do. See you then.
For all of us interested in long flies, their history, tying tactics, and etc. this is the site where we can exchange ideas, read about the ins and out of long fly origins, and show our skills at dressing these important imitative flies: http://www.streamerlist.com/. Have a look.
My very good and long time friend, “Pete” Parker has died suddenly. His grand daughter Genna indicated that it was most likely a heart attack or stroke. Pete had been diagnosed with cancer in 2009 and had beaten it, being declared cancer-free in 2010. Pete will be remembered by many in the fly tying community. […]
I will be at the Denver Fly Fishing Show held at the Merchandise Mart this Friday through Sunday. Please come and say Hi if your in the area. I will be available each day at the author’s booth to sign books, and there will be copies of my new book “Fishing the Film” available at […]
Perhaps you don’t know him by name, but you know his face. Arnold Richardson was “Norman” at the end of “A River Runs Through It.” A dedicated fly fisher, and as much in love with the sport as Norman or Paul, his aged face was the perfect embodiment of Norman. You can read his full […]
In the olden days, one was sent to the woodshed to receive a good spanking for disobedience. Well, I’ve been to the woodshed, but not for punishment. Rather, for a work of love. Nancy is a creator of wood art on the lath, and needed a place to store her wood. She generously allowed me […]
Jason is having a Christmas special sale on his designer T-shirts. I love mine and will be ordering a few more myself. The info is below. Jason’s Designer T’s (from his FF&W Blog) Yes, I suppose that FF&W should jump on the “Black Friday” bandwagon and offer something (we don’t have much) for a special […]