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Confluence

I avoid the temptation to predict where I will end up on a journey in life. It seems the path forward is very much dependent on what I discover and learn along the way and, most importantly, who I meet. There is force and momentum more powerful than my own plans for the future that are brought forth when the desires of hearts flow together on a common path. Waypoints Every good journey in life begins with taking a risk. I’ve written about that (“Taking the Leap”, Dun Magazine, Summer 2018) but,

12/2/2018•Robin Schmidt Katlin Boyer

The Exciting Answer

Out of all the places you have ever been, all the places you have ever put a line in the water, where is your absolute, all time favorite place to fly fish? Take a minute to think about your answer. Do you have a favorite place? Is it outside your back door or on the other side of the world? People ask me variations of this question all the time and I have a secret to share with you. This is one of the most difficult questions anyone could possibly ask me to answer! When I hesitate, and think

11/3/2017•Cheryl Forner

In The Beginning

I can vividly remember the moment I fell in love with fly fishing. My Dad and I were standing side by side in a small creek in California, the beautiful blue water slowly moving in front of us. I was so young my head was only able to reach his hips. He was tying a new fly onto his line, and I was standing there, anxious to catch a fish. I was tired of waiting so I said, “Dad, let me fish. I can do it.” He looked at me, and I’m sure his mind was racing. Do I let her go? Let her just cast? She's s

11/3/2017•Lauren Dunn

Equal but Different

Orvis is on a mission-- unity and parity on the water. With the 50/50 on the Water campaign, a lofty goal has been set; an equal ratio of men to women fly anglers. What started as wishful thinking just two years ago has grown into a resounding call to action for Orvis as a company and the fly fishing industry as a whole. In less than two years, Orvis has earned three awards for its efforts. The first came from DUN Magazine. “We were pumped to receive the DUN Mayfly Award in recognition of our co

11/3/2017•Debra Carr Brox

Why are They Fishin'?

When I saw this 1890 postcard, I had no idea it would reignite my interest in a sport I had abandoned 30 years before. Found in the lobby of The Lodge at Lolo Hot Springs, MT, this window into the past initially appealed to my sense of history. A friend and I were on a 13 day university class, following the route of the persecuted Nez Perce Indians as they fled their reservation in 1877. Never had I seen women of the 19th century fly fishing in long dresses and boots, while being guarded from g

11/3/2017•Amy Kileen

Finding Solace and a New Thrill

Rivers of Recovery operates on a simple premise—outdoor therapy via fly fishing excursions can help U.S. combat veterans find emotional and physical recovery. All combat vets face similar complications when they leave the military—coping with the trauma of warfare, finding a new career, and navigating changed relationships with family and friends. But, women often times experience different and additional challenges. “Women tend to be caregivers,” explained Monica Shoneff, U.S. Army veteran. “

11/3/2017•Michelle Nicolson

8 Rivers and a Girl Named Mandy

If you ever find yourself in Minturn, Colorado on a Wednesday night during the winter months, you’re in for a treat. Here at the fly shop there’s never a dull moment. A group of bearded men sit around a big table drinking local craft beer while bantering back and forth about how their new shimmery creation is going to rip lips better than any other fly out there. Glancing into their tying boxes, you’ll notice that the materials within are supplies that you would probably find in a Girl Scout’s a

11/3/2017•Mandy Hertzfeld

Moss Animals

Meet the Moss Animal, one of only a few one-celled animals that live in freshwater rivers and ponds. This jelly blob mass looks like something out of a swamp monster movie, but its very nature is innocent.  It acts like a water purifier and helps keep fresh water filtered. With a feather-like retractable arm extending from the body, the bryozoan will filter like you see similar feather-like coral filters in the ocean. Bryozoans mostly eat algae, bacteria and other small one-celled animals. The

9/2/2017•Nome Buckman

Crosspoints Showers Pass Socks

The Crosspoints Showers Pass socks are waterproof socks (that's right) that fit perfectly under your waders and are perfect while hiking! These are the only socks you'll want to wear this season. Crosspoint Waterproof Socks By Showers Pass MSRP - $35.00 photo courtesy of - Showers Pass Keep Your Feet Warm and Dry For Your Next Outdoor Activity Don't let cold wet feet ruin your outdoor fun! Crosspoint Waterproof Socks were developed to solve the soggy toe problem and to keep feet dry while

9/2/2017•Dun Team

Karup

My name is Amalie. I’m 15 years old and I come from Denmark. My story begins four years ago, when my dad was working on an entry to our local fishing club’s fly tying competition. He was having some issues working out the right technique to weave the Polish woven nymph. By a happy coincidence, I had recently been doing something similar at school; so he asked me to have a go at it. I tried and it worked! With this success, my dad encouraged me to come to the fly tying competition.  I did attend

9/2/2017•Amalie Nielsen

Take Me To Your River

The river is more than a weekend retreat for us. It runs through our veins. It’s a way of life: our livelihood. For me, it also symbolizes change … leaving the city life (almost 15 years ago) and venturing into the unknown. It doesn’t always give freely. Conditions can change in the blink of an eye, making it difficult for the average bear. I am forever grateful for our ‘Papa Bear’ who is way beyond the average. I’ve watched our children grow from ‘fishing’ with us in front packs to mending the

9/2/2017•Kati Rouse

Frozen Cup

Want to keep ice in your drink all day? Here is a trick. Put ice in a clean insulated cup and whip it into the freezer the night before. Here at DUN we try to kick plastic, so I skip individual water bottles. Instead I freeze a little water at the bottom of one gallon water jugs. Fill with cold water the morning of and pop the frozen cups into the cooler. When ready to drink, just open the lid and pour ice cold water over the ice. Keeps your drinks super cold all day. You can also freeze a kooz

9/2/2017•Nome Buckman