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Alaska guide and Explore Kenai founder Dallas Voss shares how the Kenai River shaped her career, family and business—and why the best fishing experiences are about far more than the fish. - by Angelica Talan
Guided by the sound of a fly line, one angler follows a life of adventure, love and faith from Florida’s saltwater to Montana’s rivers. When stage 4 breast cancer threatens the family she fought to find, she discovers that home is not a place. It is the people beside her.
Built on clarity and guided by conservation, this conversation with Bajío founder Al Perkinson explores the vision behind the brand, the lens technology that sets it apart, and why the Rigolets Rose frame earned a permanent place in Kelley’s flats-fishing kit.
A family move from San Diego to Central Oregon leads to a new coastal tradition: clamming. With clam guns, tide charts, sandy boots and curious kids, one family discovers how the Oregon Coast can turn dinner into an outdoor adventure.
Built from friendship, shared time on the water and a gap in women’s fly fishing apparel, Soča Style blends performance, confidence and personal style for women who want to feel like themselves on and off the river. - by Angelica Talan
FisheWear founder Linda Leary shares how frustration with ill-fitting women’s fishing gear sparked a bold Alaska-born brand built on performance, confidence and community—helping more women feel seen, supported and ready for adventure.
A chance visit to Tyers Row at the Denver Fly Fishing Show sparked a love for fly tying and opened the door to a new community. This article follows one woman’s path from curious beginner to demonstration tyer, celebrating mentorship, persistence, and the growing presence of women behind the vise.
How family, faith, grit, and the backwoods of Arkansas made me who I am.
Rich, savory venison blackstrap stuffed with a flavorful filling and cooked to perfection. This hearty recipe delivers bold, rustic flavor and makes an impressive centerpiece for any dinner table.
At 11, Darla has already landed two unforgettable fish: a giant 28.4-inch cutbow on her fly rod and a last-minute tournament winner. Her story captures the thrill, heart and family moments that make fishing unforgettable.
Looking for the best sunscreen for fishing, hiking, paddling, and long days outside? This guide covers why sunscreen matters, what to look for in a formula, my favorite low-mess picks, and easy sun-protection tips for women who spend serious time outdoors.
What started as the sketchiest junk lake turned into something much harder to leave behind
A chance visit to Tyers Row at the Denver Fly Fishing Show sparked a love for fly tying and opened the door to a new community. This article follows one woman’s path from curious beginner to demonstration tyer, celebrating mentorship, persistence, and the growing presence of women behind the vise.
How family, faith, grit, and the backwoods of Arkansas made me who I am.
Rich, savory venison blackstrap stuffed with a flavorful filling and cooked to perfection. This hearty recipe delivers bold, rustic flavor and makes an impressive centerpiece for any dinner table.
At 11, Darla has already landed two unforgettable fish: a giant 28.4-inch cutbow on her fly rod and a last-minute tournament winner. Her story captures the thrill, heart and family moments that make fishing unforgettable.
Looking for the best sunscreen for fishing, hiking, paddling, and long days outside? This guide covers why sunscreen matters, what to look for in a formula, my favorite low-mess picks, and easy sun-protection tips for women who spend serious time outdoors.
What started as the sketchiest junk lake turned into something much harder to leave behind
We’ve all been there dehydrated once again and wishing we had planned ahead. Travel especially seems to get us every time. Long drives, early flights, busy days, sun, wind and suddenly you realize you’re behind. Why is it so hard to just drink water? I’ve tried so many brands of hydration drinks, powder sticks, and vitamin mixes over the years. My gold seal of approval goes to DripDrop Hydration. The flavor is what first won me over. It dissolves easily, tastes clean, and makes you want to dri
Two friends. One bucket-list trip. Endless laughter and a shared love of fly fishing that keeps leading us to the best kind of adventures.
A funny, honest take on snowshoeing for the “real you” not the expedition you. Learn what you actually need, how to pick the right size and bindings, and why walking-speed winter can be the season you start to love.
Layering is the simplest way to stay comfortable outside when temperatures swing. This guide breaks down the three-layer system—base, mid, and shell—so you know what to wear, what to pack, and how to adjust before you get sweaty, cold, or caught in the wind.
Winter hiking doesn’t have to be extreme to be safe and fun. This guide gives you a simple system—how to pick the right trail, dress in layers, pack a small safety kit, and know when to turn around—so you can enjoy cold-weather miles with confidence, not stress.
If you didn’t grow up outdoors, you can still become an outdoor person starting right where you are. This guide breaks it into a simple plan: choose one easy activity, start close to home, borrow gear before you buy, and build confidence through small, repeatable wins.
