Tag: summer 2018

Tips

I always enjoy reading about fly fishing excursions to exotic countries, primarily because I’ll never get to visit any of those places myself due to, shall we say, financial considerations. My fly fishing travel experiences have therefore been limited to the domestic sort, such as Montana, for example. A teeny little fishing village, Craig, is located about an hour north of Helena along the western bank of the Missouri River. Craig’s population in the winter months is zero, because, I’m just gu

7/20/2018•Kimberly Smith

The Pink Lady: a Catskill Legend

A good stream-side stiffener never fails to elevate a good story...but we must wait and travel back to the late 19th century. We travel to  a famous Catskill inn, sit by a hand-hewn, rock fireplace to remove our waders and boots. We hang our rods by the fire before we partake of the bar that was built to connect and serve both this raconteur’s retreat and the main lodge—home to our subject, The Pink Lady. There, not one, but two pink ladies await. One, just off the dawn and dusk stream - rode ha

7/20/2018•Rita R Schimpff

Susan Thrasher of Southern Brookies Fly Fishing

About an hour outside of Nashville, in the little town of Lancaster, Tennessee, is a picturesque camp on a beautiful trout stream. Dotted by trout-painted vintage campers with a view of the Caney Fork River, I talked to Southern Brookies’ founder Susan Thrasher about fountain pens, life lessons, and euro-nymphing over a glass of southern hospitality. Jen: Are you a native of Tenness? I was born in Mobile, Alabama and moved to Bristol, Tennessee when I was two. Jen: Before Southern brookies, wh

7/20/2018•Dun Magazine

Gold Rush

Quietly crawling through marshland with my rod balanced on my shoulder and doing my best to stay out of sight, I was reminded of stalking chalk stream trout in the British countryside, not a technique I had anticipated when fishing for the aggressive golden dorado in the Ibera Marsh of Northern Argentina. But, I was in fact after salminus brasiliensis, and this morning’s delicate roll casting in the small and intricate channels of the marshland was one example of how golden dorado fishing consta

7/20/2018•Kathryn Fensterstock

Outdoor Gadgets We Love

Must haves for Summer fun. Somewear Global Hotspot By Somewear Labs MSRP - $450.00 photo courtesy of - Somewear Labs We see a lot of new products come across our desks every week.  This hotspot will redefine safety while fishing. How many places do you fish where your phone just doesn’t work? By Now Bump It Off By Goddess Of Gadgets MSRP - $9.99 photo courtesy of - Goddess Of Gadgets We have found this nifty little gadget handy in the boat for cleaning the scum off the hull before p

7/20/2018•Dun Magazine

Lahontan Through Different Eyes

“Our entire existence has been dedicated to protecting our natural resources for our future generations. Within our lake, the fish are viewed as sacred … They have given us life and we are responsible for their protection.” Autumn Harry, Paiute member and environmental activist When it comes to leading change, there is no one more fierce than a woman backed by history, tradition, and a passion for a place and people. Autumn Harry is such a woman. Though most anglers know Pyramid Lake only for i

7/20/2018•Sarah Landstrom

The Pink Lady

Ingredients 1.5 oz        Rutte Dry Gin .75 oz        Applejack .25 oz        Lemon Juice 2 dashes   Homemade Grenadine 1                 Pasteurized Egg White Optional    Heavy Cream Garnish     Maraschino Cherry Directions In your favorite cocktail shaker, combine all ingredients over cracked ice. Shake vigorously until the shaker frosts up. Double strain into cocktail glass of your choice and garnish. Serve straight up. Grenadine 1 cup        Sugar 1 cup        Pomegranite Juice 1 TBL

7/20/2018•Dun Magazine

Nags Head, North Carolina, US

Nags Head is located on the Outerbanks. The Outerbanks consist of a string of barrier islands protecting North Carolina from the Atlantic Ocean and is home to the Oregon Inlet Fishing Center, the largest and most modern charter boat fishing fleet on the eastern seaboard. Step on to the deck of the Fly Girl and let world-class guide Captain Sara Gardner take you on the trip of a lifetime. Fish for everything that swims in the Mid Atlantic including cobia, blue fish, false albacore, sharks and mor

7/20/2018•Dun Magazine

Get this Look Summer 2018

Blackfin- Ashwood, Green Mirror 580g By Costa Del Mar MSRP - $249.99 photo courtesy of - Costa Del Mar The trusted tool of the true angler, Costa’s Blackfin sunglasses bring serious clarity and comfort to a day of fishing, whether it’s wrestling marlin in the deep sea, spinning up salmon in the river’s current, or fly casting for bonefish along the coast. 100% polarized, flexible and boasting a Hydrolite™ co-injected lining, these Costa men’s angler fishing sunglasses are made for performanc

7/20/2018•Dun Magazine

Bozeman, Montana, US

Everyone knows Bozeman is home to some pretty famous trout waters, and is surrounded by some of the best brands in fly fishing. But, what you may not know is that it is home to a truly special boutique lodge. Offering luxurious accommodations, fine creative dining, and a quiet place to unwind, the hotel is located on a ranch near the Gallatin River. It is a great base for any fly fishing adventure in the region or for exploring Yellowstone National Park.

7/20/2018•Dun Magazine

Lancaster, Tennessee, US

Trout near Nashville? About an hour east of Nashville is the Caney Fork tailwater and Southern Brookies guide service and retreat. Although not well known among other southern tailwaters, this river is home to large browns, rainbows, and brook trout and is definitely worth a visit. What makes this place truly special is the accommodations. Staying in one of the cozy trout painted vintage campers on the property is just something you have to experience.

7/20/2018•Dun Magazine

Rio Manso, Patagonia, Argentina

You’ll feel right at home at Rio Manso Lodge enjoying gourmet meals and exploring miles of pristine trout waters. Located near the famed resort town of Bariloche, Argentina in a remote corner of Nahuel Huapi National Park, Rio Manso offers exceptional fly fishing on waters from small streams and large rivers to intimate spring creeks and deep, productive lakes. Unwind at the end of each day in the Bavarian-style lodge with spectacular views overlooking Lago Hess, the Andes and majestic Monte Tro

7/20/2018•Dun Magazine