New Waters, New Adventures

New waters don't care about your personal best or your favorite lucky fly. They present a fresh challenge, a chance to prove yourself against unfamiliar currents and wary fish who haven't seen your tricks. It's not always pretty—you'll fumble, you'll fail, you'll probably cuss a little… or maybe a lot. But in these new-to-you waters, you're rediscovering that thrill of the unknown one cast at a time. Embrace the learning curve, check your ego at the waterline, and get ready for some humbling but exhilarating adventures.

In this week’s edition:

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IN THE RIFFLES

Image by Lasse Elmgren

The reel screamed, and my thumb took a painful crack from the handle. The roosterfish went out with a receding wave, then came back again with the next, fighting the whole way. He nearly beached himself, then turned and headed out to sea. The line looped behind my back, and I had one terrifying moment when I thought I would do the same. But I stepped out and the fish shot into deep water.


Now the real fight was on…

 

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