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My boys have inherited my fishing ineptitude
I’m a horrible fisherman, at least when it comes to fishing in Wyoming. When I fish in other states, I do fine. But I can’t catch a fish to save my life in my native […]
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Why can I catch fish everywhere but in Wyoming?
I’m a terrible fisherman in my home state, but when I venture outside of Wyoming, for some reason, I tend to be much better with a rod and reel. Some of that is, of course, […]
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If you catch and release, release ’em right
Each year, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department sends out a reminder of the right way to release fish when you turn them back into the water. Al Langston of the Game and Fish recently […]
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A miracle cure for leaky waders … and more
I stepped up to a demo table at the outdoor writers conference I went to a while back, and the guys there were showing off a product that fixes both neoprene and breathable waders. Better […]
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It’s just too nice outside to be inside
I don’t know how often I look out the window in the spring and wish I was out there, instead of being stuck inside, chained to a computer. That question actually came up in my […]
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Summer’s already booked
How do I do this every year? Before the summer even starts, I’ve already committed myself for every minute of vacation time I have available. I guess I ought to point out that not every […]
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Detour: Fishing ahead
Are you driving right now? Pull off the highway and do a little fishing. I never go anywhere without fishing gear. I’ve always got a fly rod and a spinning rod in the vehicle, complete […]
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Find an excuse to go fishing
Now that spring has sprung, it’s time to go fishing. I’m starting a new routine this year with my kids, and I think it’s something every parent ought to do. I’ve promised my boys that […]
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Weekend weather has been less than stellar
Depending on where in Wyoming you live, you’re probably catching the same lousy weather we’re having down here in the southeast corner. On the other hand, the weekdays have been staggeringly beautiful. A couple of […]
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Take Mom fishing for Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is Sunday, so don’t forget to say thanks to your mom. But I’m going to go a step further and thank all the moms out there. Especially those mothers who help foster a […]