SilverDoctor

I found that by adding the wire and Kick style it seems enticing and I get more hookups. Sorry for the blurry pix

This is the Beetle that has been good to me. I really like the bit of bright foam that acts as an indicator. No longer use the ice dubb.

Happy tying in 2017

Love those old desks for tying on. Very well made and thoughtful as far as where the storage is. My old rolltop was my Dad's, he tied on it before me and I still find small things of his in it from time to time. Mind you half the time I can't see it for tying stuff.

Love those Skagit heads for the Bow. Have been looking at the FIST also looks nice but i usually just tune my own sinki tips..

Started with intermediate and classic lines but keep going back to Skaget heads with running line.

Sure beats tying by candlelight.

I have the Folding task lamp, it's about 15 years old now and still going strong, nice strong natural light for these old eyes. I can ajust it easily to hit the fly just right. Turns on when you unfold it, I take it when I do demos and shows. Nice and portable. But I like it because it takes up small space. Had a gooseneck style also but the wife made it hers for crafts. http://products.ottlite.com/p-342-13w-folding-task-lamp.aspx#ReviewHeader

that's right I forgot Costo carries them.

Check out the OttoLiht's, bought the 2 I have at Micheals. Have the folder that I use most of the time as it takes up no space and a neck style. Have worked out nice for me. They usually have a yearly sale on them.

Its a good time to dig around in that equipment to be sure its ready for the spring season. I know we live in a throw away society but I don’t subscribe to that. Here are some points. Check your wading boots, a good coat of Sno-Seal or NikWax or Mink Oil will help keep stitches from coming apart and leather parts from shrinking or cracking. Those boots aren’t cheap and a bit of care will extend their life Waders sound, do they need washing or repair/patching Flies – good time to remove all from your box, sort them out and wash or steam if needed and reorganize. Do you need a few new ones to replace those you sacrificed to the fish gods? Fly boxes, a good cleaning with a soapy sponge does wonders with a good rinse Check you leaders, are they sun damaged? Once when guiding I had a client pull in a trophy Rainbow, it broke the leader, I took the leader in my hands and it literally fell apart in my hands. Zingers, do you need a new one, is your old one frayed enough to loose a tool Is your knife sharp? Fly line, a good cleaning and application of a fly line dressing will make it zip through the guides and lengthen its life. Nippers still sharp or do you need new ones, be sure you have a nice hook hone Fly reel – a good time to crack it open and clean the gears plus apply a good grease. That fly rod could also use a bit of care, a good going over with a soapy sponge, then a coat of wax will make it shine again and protect it from UV. Check it for any damage. That cork grip can be leaned easily with soap water and a cotten cloth is really hady for your hands. How about that vest/pack/sling, a bit of cleaning, and empty her out (to be sure you didn’t leave last falls baloney sandwich inside)? It’s a nice time to include a first aid kit in there… just in case. Sunblock, mosquito dope and a clean cotton cloth is nice to include. Clean those sunglasses with some vinegar water and a few drops of dish wash liquid. With nets sometimes the wooden ones could use a bit of varnish where the rocks wear off the finish. Does your equipment need waterproofing? Like a hat, vest or jacket, also a good time to air everything out Pop the batteries out of those flashlights, GPS’s and SPOT units. Don’t want them to leak over the winter and ruin devices. Wash out those water bottles to have fresh tasting water next season Lastley did you remember to send your secret fishing spots to dear Ol’ Doc, huh, huh didja?.

Cahill tan is a good way to describe it. Yellow works but a tan is much better. red squirrel makes a nice belly color as does light hairs ear or peacock bidots. By the way, I have seen variation in color of these early nymphs.

Also used tehBoa system on a few different brands. Will go back to laces and a lighter boot. checking out different brands

A gift of Love is never bad. But it sounds like you have very specific items in mind. You could return everything and get what you want. Or use what you were given and think of her during every trip.

Link In January of 2001 Calgarians were introduced to the Western Canadian Fly Fishing Exposition. Over the last 14 years it has grown to represent all of western Canada and throughout that time so many great friendships have been formed. The show floor is always packed full of folks who have become part of our extended family. The exposition has become the annual "watering hole" for the western Canadian fly-fishing community, is well respected by industry and is a must attend event on the consumer show circuit. For the Bird family, this event has afforded the opportunity to remain close, which for us, is so much more valuable than any financial measurement. So many good things have come from the exposition, including Fly Fusion Magazine, the International Fly Fishing Film Festival, Fly Fusion Television and a new project in development. We can’t begin to express just how grateful we are to you, the exhibitors, for your loyal dedication. For the 2017 trade show season we have decided to not produce the exposition. Instead, weare going to take the opportunity to join the show circuit (The Fly Fishing Shows) and visit a number of different cities throughout North America with Fly Fusion - that is long overdue! We believe wholeheartedly in the value of connecting with the fly-fishing community face-to-face. We are not closing the doors on the exposition and hold the ongoing option, desire and capacity to produce the Western Canadian Fly Fishing Exposition at any time in partnership with the will and needs of the fly-fishing community. On behalf of the Bird family - thank you! "

News Flash: Fly fishermen robbing Kitty Litter Boxes.

This is excellent to see.

The Fishing Hole had spars in stock, give them a shout.

If I had money in these old jeans, I'd have a drift boat for moving waters and a small Aluminium v hull for small lakes. Drifters are really made for navigating rivers and row/handle easier on moving waters. Just a personal observation from using both.

I've taken a serious dunk in my younger days, once on the Skeena. This was pre-inflation vests and can attest to how to be dunked with waders and boots. Both times I was able to float on my back a few hundred yards till I hit shallows (they didn't pull me down but were negative buoyant and very clumsy to float in). One thing that was important was a belt on my waders. There was also another incident where my boat was hit by some drunks in a rented speedboat. I believe my inflatable saved my bacon that time. the longer you spend on the water the more are the chances that something beyond your control may happen.

Hi there, I have the auto inflatable that I use like Murray in boats, never know I have it on.

I can't help thinking that statements like this can be harmful. It implies that the disease will stop with a knee-jerk banning of felt. All equipment should be cleaned and dried. Fisherman aren't the only way it spreads. There is no talk of atvs, rafters and other users.

Update, I've rearranged things a bit. Added 2 Comb's at the front, and a clear container from Krazy Glue on the left, to hold extra tying stuff (feathers hurl etc) The combs are also great for holding those small bits of tying materials that I put down and often get lost on my desk like short feathers, tinsel etc.

At the spring roundtable that I attended the F/W cited approx 5,000