First Cast Coming Right Up!

The time is finally here! We've been waiting all season for our First Cast Youth Fishing School which begins next week. We think it is important to reach out to others in sharing the sport of fly fishing and, in doing so, preserving our rivers. In order to sustain this resource, we must educate younger generations. As mentioned in a previous blog entry, our program is modeled after Fly Fisher Apprentice Program director Phil Genova's book "First Cast."

Our topics include fly tying, fly casting, and environmental education. One mentor group is coming all the way from Tennessee. They're a father/daughter combination and will be touring New Brunswick and St. John - including whale watching and seeing the tide at the Bay of Fundy - before joining us in the rapids for the school.

We hope next week's school will positively impact the groups' fly-fishing experiences, and connect them with the river for many years to come. Look forward to a post-school report!

Bald Eagles on Miramichi River

Bald Eagle. Source: Wikipedia

Along our stretch of the Miramichi River, we’ve enjoyed observing a family (three juvenile bolides and two mature eagles) of bald eagles since opening the lodge in April.  As bald eagle populations have begun resurrecting in Canada over the past few years, we’ve begun to associate their presence with their primary food source – fish. This excites us, for obvious reasons, but we’ve also gained additional respect for nature: even when we think fish are absent from the river, a bald eagle will swoop down from nowhere and return to the sky with the family meal. (They didn’t get the “catch and release” memo, apparently!)

Here’s a snippet of information from a Canadian government fact sheet on the bald eagle.

The scientific name for this powerful predator is Haliaeetus leucocephalus. (Haliaeetus means “sea eagle” and leucocephalus means “white head”.) Adult females are generally larger than the males, though both have the same characteristic plumage. The juvenile birds are a mixture of brown and white until they reach four or five years of age. At maturity, between four and eight years of age, the birds have dark brown feathers on their bodies and wings, snow-white feathers on their heads and tails, and yellow legs, eyes and beaks. As singular as their appearance, the eagles’ call is a haunting series of high-pitched cries, similar to a gull’s call but delivered more quickly and with more apparent urgency.

To read more about the history of the bald eagle in New Brunswick check out this link.

Other birds we see regularly include osprey and cormorant (and many more). Come see them with us!

What More Can You Ask For?

Salmon. Photograph: Murdo Macleod. As featured on http://www.guardian.co.uk.

Descending water level, cooler temperatures, full moon, high tides and, most important, "leapers" makes for a great week of Atlantic salmon fishing. River conditions as of July 27 are good on our stretch of the Miramichi River. We have really been seeing the salmon jump as they move up the river, and are inspired in knowing fresh fish are hitting the system again.

Since the water was so warm last week, we were thankful for several rainfalls which have cooled the river off a bit. With the river temperature now in the 60's, it will be very interesting to see the salmon and grilse return count at the end of the month. The river is full of fish and this is just July.  It really goes to show what a little hard work and conservation does to establish a healthier river system.

As we move into August the days begin to shorten and that means we're already gearing up for our fall season. Someone we admire, Joan Wulff, has wisely said, "The best cast is the one with the fly in the water." We agree, and hope you'll join us this fall!

Looking Ahead ...

Hopewell Rocks, Bay of Fundy, New Brunswick, Canada. The Flowerpot Rocks. Source: Wikipedia.

It’s time to get serious! The salmon and grilse returns for the Miramichi River have been really impressive so far in July. The grilse report as of July 15th was 1,222, and the salmon number was 393. Only a percentage of the returns are able to be counted, so the numbers are very encouraging.

As we begin to descend the downhill side of our summer season, we’d like to remind readers of a few travel options in New Brunswick (from New Brunswick Tourism Guide):

• Cruisin’ with the Whales- find whales, seals, dolphins and birds in spectacular show of marine life.
• Fresh Fine Dining - local cuisine is a key part of the experience
• A Day in a Soldier’s Life - visiting the Historic Garrison District of Fredericton
• Backstage at the Opry - Miramichi Country Music Opry

If you are driving from Boston or New York, these options might pique your interest and provide worthwhile diversions for the road trip: 

• Head Harbor Lightstation - one of the oldest lighthouses in New Brunswick
• Reversing Rapids - a head-on collision between one of Eastern Canada’s biggest rivers and the world’s most powerful tides
• Walk the Ocean Floor- The Hopewell Rocks

Do not forget about our upcoming events:

• First-Cast Fly Fishing Clinic (August 22-25)
• Fall Fishing ( September 1st-October 15th)
• Wingshooting for Woodcock (September 15-November 15th)

Stacked Up And Ready To Go

Like most of the Atlantic Coast, the weather in the Maritimes has been very hot and humid over the past week. Rain is forecast this week, and we hope a proper “set-in” rain will materialize and raise the river while lowering its temperature. Thankfully the river temperature had lowered to 75 degrees on Sunday, slipping out of the 80’s where it had been for a few days. 

Since successful fishing is the result of knowing the conditions, we’ll give you some good news and not-so-good news.

Good: Fish are stacked up in Quarryville waiting to come up the river. We were there over the weekend and took the chance to stop to view the salmon holding in Indian Town brook from atop the Quarryville bridge. Indian Town Brook is a cold water spring that runs into the main river. In the mix of salmon were small grilse around 12” to the real big lads we are all looking for to take our fly.

Not-So-Good: The conditions are delicate. If the water does not rise soon, or the river temperature does not go down the results will be something most will not like to see. With this said, if all goes as forecast, our forthcoming clients will have optimal fishing conditions since we know there’s quite a large population of fish just waiting to come up river.

We send a hearty “Tight lines” to all, along with a reminder to practice good sportsmanship on the river. Everyone has a sphere of influence, and we want to make sure we, as enthusiasts, demonstrate good land and river stewardship. Please remember conservation while the water is so warm … if you do not have your salmon in by five minutes, let it go so it can survive for the next sportman/sportwoman to catch.

Pass It On

Over the last several weeks the fishing has really picked up. Tourism across the province is reaching its busy season, and the Miramichi River is at its prime. Though we’ve had warm days by New Brunswick standards, it’s nothing we can’t handle. But, it does remind us of the value of cooler temperatures and, of course, reminded us of winter! 

Specifically, we reflected on our New Brunswick book reviews we wrote for several months while the lodge was hibernating. Many clients responded favorably, so we thought we’d recommend a summer book – particularly if the East Coast heat wave is affecting your ability to be outdoors. Our recommendation is timely, too, as it’s a great preamble to the rapidly approaching First Cast Youth Fishing School we’ll be hosting in August.

“First Cast, Teaching Kids to Fly-Fish” is by Phil Genova. Phil is founder and director of the Fly Fisher Apprentice program. The book is full of content that reminds us of proper, practiced basics that all too often we’re quick to look past in our casting pursuits. We forget the KISS (Keep It Simple, Stupid) method when we’re out on the water, so a reminder to return to the basics and relax is always welcome advice.

I am starting to believe Atlantic salmon are like horses - they sense the tension on the water and go into a “flight” mode. This is not tested or proven, of course, but, at minimum, it makes sense to me that tension and stress effect the quality of our cast, and that certainly isn’t what we’re looking for when landing fish is the primary goal.

At MBR, we hope everyone had a safe and fun holiday week, celebrating Canada Day and Independence Day, and will leave you with a quote from Phil’s book. “Pass on the tradition.” Whether that means taking your own children - or just someone who doesn’t have an opportunity - out on the river, or simply reading the book we each have a chance to “pass it on.”

Bring It Green

Bring on the salmon! Fishing has been great over the past 2 weeks, with river conditions ideal for the pools directly outside the lodge. A mix of salmon and grilse have been caught over the last week, and our scouts have been giving great reports of fish being landed from Doaktown to Blackville and on down the Miramichi River. July looks promising! 

Are you traveling in July? If so, where are you going? If you’re coming to Miramichi Black Rapids Lodge, we’re eagerly anticipating your arrival but, even if you’re not, we thought we’d share some travel tips for “Traveling Green” we found online at About.com.

Green Tips: Preparing for Green Travel

• Purchase electronic-tickets for airline travel whenever possible. Less waste. If paper tickets are lost, they may cost $75-100 to have replaced.
• Enjoy walking tours. Walk where sensible.
• Use public transportation when available.
• Use the hotel van instead of renting a car. Use the bus or local transit system. Share taxis. Less pollution, and you can leave the driving to others.
• If you're driving, turn your motor off when idling. Encourage tour/bus drivers to turn the motor off when idling.  Don't allow anything to be thrown out of your car windows--ever.

What You Can Do to Travel Green

• Book flights with airlines that recycle the waste created when serving food and beverages to passengers. British Airways, for instance, has a very strong environmental agenda. Southwest Airlines recycles all cabin waste, and was the first to offer electronic ticketing systemwide.
• Use the hotel van instead of renting a car. Use public transportation in your destination city.

Green Tips: Before You Leave Home

• Turn water heater to "Vacation" or lowest setting.
• Turn off AC/heat or adjust the thermostat to protect plants, etc.
• Turn water off at outside connection (to prevent flooding should a pipe break while you're gone). When you return, turn on the water slowly and check for problems.
• Lower the temperature of waterbed heaters at least ten degrees.
• Stop your newspaper. You may be able to donate it to a school.

We hope you’re enjoying your summer, and look forward to hearing about your travels. Leave us a comment here, or on our Facebook page!

Summer Flies

The word is out … fish are in the river and more and more people are catching and releasing Atlantic salmon at Miramichi Black Rapids Lodge. Our pools look better than they have over the past three years, and this is exciting – especially when fish weighing 12 pounds, like the one last Sunday, are landed!

What flies are “making it work?” Green machines, black bear green butts, undertakers, shady ladies and, of course, classic bombers are the best bet for the fly box.

Want to learn how to tie these flies? Check out noted angler Marc Madore’s videos.

What’s Happening In New Brunswick?

July 11-14, 2010 The MSA Salmon Classic

Please note we are centrally located and can accommodate for this event. It’s a killer deal!

August 22-25, 2010 First-Cast Program For Youth

Bugs Are Out!

Bugs. They’re in the air now, so bring on the salmon … its time to fish!

Today is a cloudy day and we are hoping it will rain. The river looks in May like it normally does in July. A good rain will help fish to move into the system; the challenge is keeping optimal water levels for fishing. Ideally the river stays moderately low, as our pools fish well in this condition. As long as the air temperatures aren’t too hot, and rain over the next few weeks brings fish into the system, we’ll have prime conditions for a summer full of wonderful memories.

Don’t forget you can follow the river conditions this summer on our website. View the river report here.

There are other links listed on the site as well. Once returns start hitting the river system they’re great fun to follow.

Don’t forget about the events going on around the lodge:

The MBR Tourism Package, offered all summer for anyone passing through.

May 29 - the Miramichi Salmon Museum’s Spring Fling (and other events).

August 22nd -25th (First session): First Cast - Youth Fishing School

Weight-Forward Floating: Summer's Right Around The Corner!

One thing we love about fly-fishing is the gear and gadgets that come along with the sport. "Which one works?" "When do I or should I use ___ ?" Anglers ask these questions before hitting the water, when the hopes of hooking into a big one are high. As spring fishing is coming to a close on the Miramichi, the all-sink lines we used at the beginning of the season have changed to sinking-line-floating-tip and now find us with almost all weight-forward floating lines (WFF).

Since half the fun of fly fishing is figuring out what to use in certain conditions, having the right line and loading it properly is essential if you want to be successful once you start casting. We had the pleasure of a visit from Marc and Line Madore one day last week, who demonstrated different lines, rods and casting techniques. Line even took the time to show me how to cast her two-handed road, focusing on establishing a smooth rhythm. She saw the smile on my face after the first cast and said, “It's nice isn’t it?” and boy was she right: I have to get one!  A valuable resource they left was a DVD by Mel Krieger, The Essence of Fly Casting which reminded me to never stop learning. We want to thank them for their time, and we hope to fish together soon.

Where flies are concerned, everyone has their theories and preferences. But if you don't have a fly in the water you're not going to land a fish so it's really a matter of trying as many as possible until you find what works on the day. We're now starting to use (and see others using) the Green Machine and butterfly patterns, along with the infamous Black Bear Green Butt, which is really fun to say! If you are interested in seeing some very well-tied flies, check out some of Marc Madore’s videos here.

This summer is looking promising at MBR and we hope you'll get the chance to be part of it. Here are some things going on in New Brunswick:

The MBR Tourism Package, offered all summer for anyone passing through.

Miramichi Salmon Association Moncton Dinner.

May 29 - the Miramichi Salmon Museum’s Spring Fling (and other events).

August 22nd -25th (First session): First Cast - Youth Fishing School

Tell us about your favorite fly. Leave a comment here, or post it on our Facebook Fan Page!

Breaking The Ice

The Miramichi Salmon Association (MSA) Ice Breaker, held on Saturday, was a sellout event. It was great fun, and it’s always nice to spend time with our clients and friends away from the river. (But make no mistake, it's more exciting when we’re casting!) If you would like to catch up on the latest news from MSA, please read their newsletter online.

You’ll see on page 6 of the newsletter, MBR is mentioned as part of the MSA First Cast Program, spearheaded by MSA board member Paul Valeri. The MBR event is just one of several being held this summer to help introduce younger generations to the river and fly-fishing. Our event is scheduled August 22-25, 2010.

One of the sessions we will be offering, fly-casting techniques, will feature Joan Wulff, a local and experienced Atlantic salmon guide. We believe this is the best way to help youth learn more about fly-fishing and the Miramichi River: from someone who knows it like the back of her hand!

We need your help to keep the tradition of Atlantic salmon fly-fishing going for future generations. Spots are available but they are going quickly. Please call if you’d like to be part this special event. If you're not interested in booking, please share the link with friends, family, or even media contacts who might help highlight such a unique opportunity.

Meanwhile, Down Under

We’re pleased to link you to an article that has just run in Forbes Magazine online. Poronui, owned by our parent company, has been listed as one of their Top-10 Best Fly Fishing Lodges in the world. Congratulations Poronui!

Catching and Releasing - It Feels Great!

The 2010 Atlantic Salmon season is off to a great start! A client who has been fishing with us for several years caught and released a nice grilse and a 15-pound salmon this morning using traditional spring flies. We wanted to capture it in a picture but he said it was bad luck! 

We’ve been at the other end of the river for the last several days and had a nice 23 pound salmon on within an hour of hitting the water. She was down deep and did not want to come up; she was very close to being landed then back out she went again. The sun was shining just right that day so we got a really good look at her. She looked like a torpedo! We realized we couldn’t land her within the proper time limit so we gave her some slack and sent her on her way down the river. Almost immediately we had a grilse right back on.

The salmon are really tightening our lines this week.

NOTE:

See how to properly catch and release your salmon on the Atlantic Salmon Federation’s website.

Smelt In The River

When the Atlantic salmon fishing season opened on April 15, the smelt had already made it up river, meaning the hungry salmon can’t be far behind! We’re back in Canada and excited to be hitting the river.

The light rain predicted over the next day or so will keep the river up, which is good for fishing from the boat. There are still some beauties up river waiting to come down right past us in the rapids, and we’re eagerly waiting to hook and release them back into the Miramichi River.

Doug Underhill had some good pointers on how to get ready for spring fishing in his fishing report on April 8. Doug writes a nice report every few days. You can read more about him on his website.

Over the winter we lost a dear friend of ours, Anne Pearson. She fished with us for many years and enjoyed both spring and fall fishing. Last year she caught and released a really nice 46-inch salmon she was very proud of, as were we. This spring will be dedicated in her honor, and her traditional fishing week will now and forever be Pearson’s Peak Week! Tight Lines for Anne!

Maine Tour and Season Kickoff

The spring season kick off is in full force! Kevin McKinstry, Westervelt Sporting Lodges Manager, and MBR Lodge Manager Katherine Hughes headed to the Maine Sportsman’s Show (April 2-4), where many attendees were interested in the lodge. Even more fun was catching up with current clients at our booth, where we were visited by a special guest, Lucy,  the National Field Champion Cocker Spaniel, from Dixmont, Maine.

Congratulations to Paul and Elley from Bethel, Maine. They won a three-day fishing trip for the 2010 fishing season and we thank them for stopping by our booth at the show.

Augusta, Maine, was very welcoming during our stay. We had two great dining experiences: the first at Slates in Hallowell, just down the road from Maine’s state capitol building and the second at the Wharf, which is just down the main drag from Slates.


If you are traveling through this summer (maybe en route to MBR!) and are looking for a nice place to eat, stop by Slates. You can read their reviews on Urbanspoon. Good music and the Maritimes go hand-in-hand, so you definitely don’t want to miss the Wharf. You can also see their reviews on Urbanspoon. Kevin is a chicken wing expert of “world renown,” and highly recommends the wings served at the Wharf.

The week was finalized by having lunch at The Anglers' Club of New York in Manhattan with new friend and author of “Land of Little Rivers” Austin McK. Francis. His website is: http://beaverkillpress.com/ and is positively beautiful to visit.

Bonding Experiences

Only five weeks until the season opener on April 15. What better time than now to start planning your summer? If you are looking for the experience of a lifetime we have the opportunity you don’t want to miss. Both Mother’s Day (May 9) and Father’s Day (June 20) are approaching, and what better opportunity is there than spending a weekend with your children (or parents) at Miramichi Black Rapids Lodge?

Working with New Brunswick Parks and Tourism on the upcoming travel season, we’ve developed a package that allows children to come at practically no cost! See the Bonding Experience link on the New Brunswick Tourism Website for more information:

While we’re looking ahead on calendars, we will remind you of another opportunity later this summer: our fly-fishing clinic in August. Not only does it offer time on the river complete with fly-casting instructions, it also includes exposure to some cultural influences, like a scheduled tour of the Miramichi Salmon Association Hatchery. For more information check out the details on our website.

The Miramichi River has been an important part of the province history for many years. We hope its legacy will be shared with many future generations.

We look forward to seeing you on the river in about five weeks; start the countdown with us!

Now Available In German!

With a distinct interest in Atlantic salmon fishing, Miramichi Black Rapids Lodge decided to make it easier for our fellow outdoor enthusiasts in Germany by translating our website; going from English to German is as easy as a click on the German flag at the top of the page.

If you have friends, family or acquaintances who speak German, please share our new “adventure” with them as this site launches. It’s directly accessible at: 

http://de.miramichiblackrapids.com

We are looking forward to developing new relationships with angling enthusiasts in Germany!

The River: Now and In The Future

 

Now that the exciting Winter Olympics are over, we can shift our focus to opening day of salmon season: tying flies, checking equipment, and packing our bags.  As we have mentioned it’s been a mild winter in New Brunswick compared to the last few. However, it is still unpredictable to say exactly when the ice on the river will recede.

Many who have been calling to book have been concerned about the number of salmon in the river. The numbers are not like they were thirty to fifty years ago. But as we’ve also mentioned, both the Atlantic Salmon Federation (ASF) and the Miramichi Salmon Association (MSA) are working hard to promote the longevity of the river systems. The spotlight should also shine on other organizations such as DFO, DNR, The University of New Brunswick (UNB) and the Miramichi Watershed Management committee (MWMC) for their hard work and dedication to improving the Atlantic salmon numbers, one project at a time.

Miramichi Black Rapids Lodge understands the history of the area and importance of the river to the community, which is one reason we have gone totally catch and release. Along with eight public outfitters and a number of private clubs we have become a member of the ASF’s Live Release Program. We want to support the hard work of all organizations focusing on the preservation and conservation of the Miramichi River.

A great way to follow the latest river challenges being faced is through the Miramichi Salmon Association (MSA). Their quarterly newsletter is very informative: http://www.inmgroup.net/msa/salmonnews 

So as you start tying your flies, please keep the future of the Miramichi River in mind. We look forward to seeing you on the river – in the next six weeks, and over the next 60 years!

Wintry Mix

Snow. It’s one of those things you just can’t make happen when you need and/or want it. Mother Nature has a way of exerting this control, as has been the case with the Winter Olympics in Vancouver. Thankfully they’re getting snow now, as is the case at MBR in New Brunswick.

Admittedly, we’re excited about the hockey and can’t wait to see the results of tonight’s game. We cheer for both Canadian and American teams, and have also had a lot of fun watching the curling. What are your favorite events?

Let’s hope Mother Nature doesn’t fool us with an extended snow period this spring. We keep a weather forecast active on our site, (at the bottom of our additional links page), if you’re interested in how April is going to unfold. We’ll be posting river conditions as we count down the days until the season opener.

Small World

 

The faster we surf into the future with electronics and connectivity, the easier it is to see how small the world really is. The past several weeks on the trade show circuit have proven once again that new connections often share mutual friendships – you just never know until you ask!

A good example: at the Somerset show a few weeks ago, our friend Lyne Trudeau in Montreal mentioned she was a friend and mentor to a famous fly tier in the Blackville area named Marc. She also knows Kathy, who ties a lot of the flies at the Curtis Fly Show in Blackville; she is a student of Marc’s. In our correspondence after the show Lyne mentioned she was busy getting ready for the Grandby Fly Fishing Forum – maybe she’ll let us know if she identifies more mutual connections, as it is always exciting to build bridges and make new friendships. Good luck at Grandby, Lyne!

Our next stop will be the Alabama Safari Club Banquet at the end of February. We look forward to seeing our friends there, and discovering new “intersections” through the course of those treasured conversations.

If you are interested in tickets to the Alabama Safari Club Banquet, please contact:  Kevin Slaughter at (205) 969-8065.

Road Warriors

On the road again!

We are traveling to Atlanta this weekend for the Georgia Safari Club Convention, an all-day event scheduled for Saturday. Winter in the South is known for its warm-to-cool-and-back range of temperatures, but it’s not common for New Brunswick to experience mild weather at the beginning of February. We hope everyone in the Maritimes is enjoying a reprieve from cabin fever.

Although we will not be attending the Miramichi Salmon Association Boston Chapter Banquet, we are excited about our presence at the dinner, particularly assisting in the First Cast Program organized by MSA and offering both day (hosted by Miramichi Salmon Museum) and overnight (hosted by Miramichi Black Rapids Lodge) options.

The Boston dinner is essential to MSA fund-raising goals. Goods and services raffled and auctioned off at this dinner typically exceed $80,000. Original paintings and etchings, signed limited edition prints, prime Miramichi angling trips, guided saltwater excursions, fly fishing gear, custom tied flies, outdoor clothing, as well as many other items will be featured.

If you are interested in further information please check out MSA’s website.

Somerset Wrap Up

Last weekend’s participation at the Fly Fishing Show in Somerset, New Jersey, didn’t disappoint. Not only did we get to visit with our clients from New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania, but a few clients who have visited Poronui New Zealand, also owned by The Westervelt Company, stopped by as well.

Last week we asked readers to share their favorite places to eat in Somerset. Thanks for the recommendations! We wanted to share our own discovery: 28 BBQ is Portuguese restaurant in Bound Brook, New Jersey, serving steak the size of a platter in traditional brown bag, Iberian fashion.

After the show on Saturday, we enjoyed spending time with some of our clients at a cocktail party we organized with the invaluable assistance of Frontiers, The Ranch at Rock Creek, and representatives from the Ponoi River in Russia. Already you can see the Somerset Fly Fishing Show has quite an international component, and not just where food is concerned!

As the show closed on Sunday, we were able to catch a bit of the NFL playoffs with clients, outfitters, and fellow vendors. It’s hard to believe the Super Bowl is right around the corner, but we’re really proud of the New Orleans Saints for making it all the way.

Once again Somerset proved to be a productive, delightful experience and we wish our clients and new found friends all the luck in the world as we rapidly begin the countdown to fishing season. Come join us on the river!

Off To Somerset

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One of our favorite places to eat while we’re at the Somerset show was suggested to us by a fellow New Brunswick Outfitter. It’s a little restaurant called Matteo’s Pizza and Pasta.  But don’t let the word “little” restaurant fool you - the food is out of this world!

Throughout the years we build relationships in the fly- fishing industry, and look forward to rekindling them at fly-fishing shows across the nation. Since the Somerset show essentially kicks off our fishing season, we consider it something of a “family reunion” to catch up with clients, friends, and outfitters.

And since reunions should be fun, we’d like to ask another question and share a few additional details:

What is the name of your favorite restaurant near Somerset, New Jersey, and what is it you like to order? 

We are planning a gathering for our clients after the show on Saturday. We’re looking forward to seeing you, so please stop by our booth and we’ll give you the details.

And to our clients who follow the New York Jets, congratulations on making it to the AFC play-off game. We would enjoy watching the end of the game together at the conclusion of Sunday’s show, so let us know if you are interested.

See you later this week!

Tie One On This Winter

In the dead of winter, nothing seems more promising than the melt of snow and the beginning of the 2010 fly fishing season in April. While we start marking “X” on days in an effort to mentally speed up the countdown, many of our clients keep themselves occupied by tying flies. Since we’ve been featuring books about the Maritimes over the past few months, we thought it would be fun to include one on tying flies you may find interesting: Tying the Classic Salmon Fly: A Modern Approach to Traditional Techniques.

It can be found at one of the fly shops we use in Doaktown, New Brunswick, Canada, or via Amazon.com.

We will be attending the Somerset show in New Jersey Next week, where there will be lots of opportunities to watch fly tiers from all over the world. We have some exciting news to share, and ask you to give us a call if you’re planning to attend so we can be looking for you at our booth.