This year’s Driftless trip was especially memorable. Six days fishing with friends in various settings, each beautifully unique in their own way. I’ve organized this recap into an album of tracks, each with a musical companion that overlays the specific days’ adventure.
Driftless 2026: Track 1 – Ride Like the Wind
Okay, let’s start the Driftless 2026 recap posts. Last year’s were Hobbit themed, but instead of the Shire, this year I’m making an album playlist. Music always seemed to be…
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Driftless 2026: Track 2 – Rockin’ Down The Highway
On to Day (I mean Track) 2! After a good night’s sleep, we took our time on Friday morning before heading out. With more than a little chill in the…
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Driftless 2026: Track 3 – MacArthur Park
Prologue Despite the title of this track, we didn’t fish in a park on Saturday, May 2nd. Instead, we fished off a highway. But I’ll get to the significance of…
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Driftless 2026: Track 4 – Paradise
A Special Stream I have a favorite stream in the Driftless. I enjoy all it’s bends and bows, nooks and crannies. Home to browns, brookies, and the occasional chub. While…
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Driftless 2026: Track 5 – We’re Not Gonna Take It
Hair Nation Track 5 ties back to Monday’s adventure in a roundabout way. During the long drive to our destination stream, Anthony was playing the “Hair Nation” satellite radio channel…
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Driftless 2026: Track 6 – Cruisin’
Smooth Like Smokey Track 6. My final day in the Driftless. Some days are so smooth and effortless, just like this Smokey Robinson classic. The Last Day The morning started…
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