Japan 2026: 16 Hours on Planes & Exploring Tokyo

Time to start the recaps of the Japan trip. I'll try to keep these readable, but I also really want to jot down my memories. I recently realized this blog has been around for 19 years, which is genuinely hard to believe, so if nothing else I appreciate it for the journaling. And I'd like … Continue reading Japan 2026: 16 Hours on Planes & Exploring Tokyo →

Two in the North – Tight Loops’ Must Watch New Series

If you've spent any time on this blog you know I mention Chase and Aimee Bartee of Tight Loops every now and then. They make some of my favorite fly fishing films, and their work has a way of blending beautiful cinematography with genuine storytelling that a lot of people in this space try for … Continue reading Two in the North – Tight Loops’ Must Watch New Series →

Strange Brown – The Fate of Brown Trout in Japan

Man, this summer is flying by. I was traveling a lot for work last week. Jacksonville to Philly to New York to Boston and back to Jacksonville. I've seen more planes than fish lately, but this video by River Runs Through Japan snapped me right back to where I needed to be. https://youtu.be/_rKXgpFXMr8?si=KXVX3IBzpxWHQIa0 First off, … Continue reading Strange Brown – The Fate of Brown Trout in Japan →

A Shoutout to Those That Do Cool Shit – Leigh Smith

Let's give out another ASTTDSC award. I think this one is extra cool, and I know you will too. Leigh Smith (Finfollower.com) has been referenced on the blog before, he was even the subject of a "Catching Up With..." interview a few years back. But recently, I learned through Leigh's Instagram that he's hosting a … Continue reading A Shoutout to Those That Do Cool Shit – Leigh Smith →