My fishing journal began in 2004 when I moved my art studio to New York City. I went from flyfishing the trout streams of the West to the unknown. IContinue readingFishing 2016-2017
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Lake Tahoe, Summer 2015
Summer Lake Tahoe Fishing Journal 2015 Unless noted, all fish are caught and released, using a 4 wt sage rod and Ross Evolution 2 reel. 10-11-15: 2 Lahontan Cutthroats 19-21″, usingContinue readingLake Tahoe, Summer 2015
Winter Islamorada, Florida 2014-2015
06-03-15: Back after a month in NYC. Tarpon still running, but Barracuda are hitting. 40″ and 34″ Greater Barracuda, Cheeka Rocks, Islamorada. Caught and released. 04-19-15: Video of Sailfish caughtContinue readingWinter Islamorada, Florida 2014-2015
04-6&7-2014. Everglades National Park, Islamorada, FL
5 Barracuda, 32″ to 28,” 9# G-Loomis rod, Sage reel, 15 lb test leader with steel tippet, Green Stupid Loopy.
Mel’s Fishing Journal 2013
Mel Smothers, Everglades National Park, Islamorada, FL. All fish are caught flyfishing. Most are photographed and released. 12-10-13: Last journal entry from Islamorada until spring. An octopus changes colors betweenContinue readingMel’s Fishing Journal 2013
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