Category: River Fishing

I’m always disappointed when a fly fisher turns their nose up at bass fishing. Usually the disdain is accompanied by some poetic sermon about watching trout sip dries, followed by...
There are a number of casting faults that most new Spey casters tend to make, but today I'm going to focus on the two I see most often: The Bloody...
While most people hang up their waders when the interior rivers turn to ice, the fishing season is just beginning for many of us in the Pacific Northwest....
I'm excited to announce that I've teamed up with Haul Fly Fishing to start guiding again! While it's a part-time gig, it's been a great way to scratch the recent...
If you've been following our waterborne escapades, you know we recently took the plunge and upgraded to the phenomenal WaterMaster Bruin! After almost two decades of faithful WaterMaster Raft usage,...
Join me in the opening chapter of my Mini-Spey Course on Anchored Outdoors. Whether you're an expert angler or a beginner, there are tips here for everyone....
Once upon a time, I guided on the Fraser river for sturgeon (note, I wasn’t a great sturgeon guide). Considering the river gets pink salmon every second year, I figured...
Sometimes I think blind fishing is a blessing. I’m not sure about you, but sight-fishing to spooky trout still has a tendency to make me fall apart (before even making...
Dec discusses fishing in the PNW in the 80’s and 90’s, the introduction of Spey rods and lines to America, the toll certain career paths take, and more....
I am often asked about my favourite fly-fishing destination. Without hesitation my answer is always the same:  Bolivia. Nestled in one of the Americas' most secluded corners, Bolivia boasts unique...