The book (and movie) A River Runs Through It has inspired many fly fishing fans, especially fathers and sons—like Travis Semler from Spokane, who started fly fishing at the age of ten with his dad. “I like to be in the outdoors and to enjoy the scenery on the river,” says Travis. “It’s fun to […]
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The mystery has long been heralded as the pathway to literary escapism for many American readers. Over the years, as more have flocked to its passionate shores, mysteries have grown in popularity and become a genre in which some remarkably good writers flourish. While the bread and butter of the genre is popularized by those
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By Sam Lavigne Cover photo courtesy Sam Lavigne People ask me why I like to fly fish. What is it about fly fishing that draws me to cold rivers at times of the day when most folks are still sleeping? I have a hard time putting it into words, but what I do know is
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By Sam Lavigne When most of us think of fishing, we think of warm summer evenings with low wind and the promise of a beer next to a campfire after the sun sinks below the peaks. Once the snow begins to fall, most folks put away the rod and reel, but, with the right amount
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An epic, multi-sport Montana road trip. Browne Bridge to Glen on the Big Hole Last July, some friends and I made the five-hour drive to Montana’s Big Hole River for a 10-day adventure filled with fishing, kayaking, and climbing. After a quick camp, we woke up from a fun-filled night of battling mosquitos and were
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Spin (bait) fishing is simple and inexpensive recreation, making it a high-reward, low-barrier family activity for all ages and abilities.
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Pack your rod and ride! Destinations for fishing and camping to create your own bikepacking route to one or more small lakes.
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Be sure you know the specific rules for the state and waterway where you plan — easily-accessible resources make it simple to learn.
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Every first weekend in June, WDFW hosts Free Fishing Weekend to encourage first-timers to experience the sport.
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I’m not the kind of person who gets too excited about clothes so was surprised how much I immediately loved the Flyshacker Grindle Plaid flannel I picked up last fall. It’s incredibly soft, fits better than any flannel I’ve ever owned (with a length that can be worn tucked or not), and has a wool-like
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