Meet the New MidCurrent Editor-in-Chief
Although I joined MidCurrent on December 1, I’ve spent the last few weeks working in the background on a few special projects, while Johnny Carrol Sain has continued doing his usual brilliant job overseeing the website and newsletters. This week, he’s handing the reins to me. (Fear not, Johnny is still part of the MidCurrent […]
Tying Tuesday: Midges, Beetles, and Deceivers
This week's Tying Tuesday has quite a bit of variety to it, with flies that'll work for trout, bass, and even saltwater species.
VideosHow George Daniel Achieved His Fly-Fishing Dreams
Over the past couple of decades, Pennsylvania angler George Daniel has built a remarkable life in fly fishing--as a guide, a member of Fly Fishing Team USA, an author and speaker, and as the latest instructor in charge of Penn State's legendary fly-fishing program. Writing on Onward State, an independent Penn State news site, CJ Doebler . . .
NewsNautilus Announces New GTS Reels
Nautilus Reels has announced the release of their new GTS 5/6 reels. This new size joins the previously-announced GTS reels in Nautilus' much-loved lineup.
GearA Q&A With Oliver White
Oliver White is a renowned fly fishing guide who's also made a name for himself traveling to far-flung locations in search of exotic fish.
PeopleWriters on the Fly Celebrates 10 Years of Literary Excellence
Frigid temperatures on Thursday, February 6, kept exactly no one from attending the 10th anniversary of Writers on the Fly at Emerald Water Anglers in West Seattle. The celebration was also a homecoming, taking place at the shop where it all started in 2015. The program featured nine hand-picked writers, who took turns at the microphone to share pieces of original nonfiction prose and poetry centered around the sport. While fish occasionally appeared in some stories, the most memorable moments touched on deeper themes.
NewsTying Tuesday: Nymphing Special
While the first dry fly hatches of the year aren't too far off, nymphing will still be the name of the game for the next few months.
VideosTired of Tying
There was a point where I tied flies religiously. Four or five nights a week, week after week, year after year, I spun out enough flies to almost make the whole thing cost-effective.
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