Fishing Resolutions: Reflecting on 2011 & Planning for 2012

Wow, another year is almost over. It seems now as if 2011 went by awfully fast. I’m convinced that the passage of time accelerates as one grows older. At least

Santa's Fishing List: Avoiding the Naughty List for Anglers

With Santa set to take off in only a few short days, I know many of us fly anglers are shaking in our boots. We tried to be good all year, but we might have sl

Tebowing in Fly Fishing: A Surprising Trend

You know a celebrity, professional athlete, or any variation thereof has reached fever pitch in the media when their very name works its way into your everyday

Virginia Public Land Access Fees: Impact on Non-Hunters & Anglers

Virginia has become the latest state to begin charging non-hunters and anglers an access fee to use public lands bought and maintained with outdoorsmen dollars

My Family Table Cookbook Review: A Celebration of Home Cooking

The mission of John Besh’s new cookbook, My Family Table, is “a passionate plea for home cooking.” That’s a nice sentiment, home cooking. Home cooking means co

EPA Mercury Standards: Protecting Ecosystems and Public Health

New Mercury Rules Good News for Fish, Wildlife and People The Environmental Protection Agency this week issued the long-delayed and debated Mercury and Air To

Fly Fishing Videos: Redfish, Salmon Flies & Fly Shop Timelapse

After my usual slogging of the inter-webs I thought Id share three entertaining videos today with the fly talk faithful. The first is called Bulls on Top from

Field & Stream/Outdoor Life Holiday Potluck: A Tradition of Food & Camaraderie

We have a terrific holiday tradition at the Field & Stream and Outdoor Life office: the Potluck Party. Every year, all of the departments from both magazin

Creating Lasting Memories: The Joy of Youth and Mentorship

A little while back I spent an hour at the range helping a friend of mine mount a scope and get a rifle sighted in for his young son. Everything worked, and dad

Denver Sportsmen's Expo: Fly Fishing & Outdoor Events - January 5-8

When I cant actually be out on the river fishing, the next best thing is to be with thousands of like-minded outdoorsy people talking about fishing. And thats

Congratulations to Tim & Ellie Romano on Baby Mabel! - Little River Princess

It is with great happiness that Uncle Deeter announces the arrival of Mabel Romano, who entered the world at a healthy 8 pounds 2 ounces a few days ago. She,

Beyond the Catch: Capturing the Beauty of Fishing

Ive always said that the best aspects of fly fishing are the 360-degree views around you and the people you share them with, rather than the fish themselves. I

Kansas Considers Ending Hunting & Fishing License Exemption for Seniors

In an age of reduced funding sources, declining hunter participation, and increases in the average age of hunters, can cash-strapped state wildlife agencies af

Improve Your Fishing: The Power of Focus and Concentration

“You’ve gotta put down the duckie if you want to play the saxophone.” That’s a line from an old Sesame Street song that’s rolling around in my head this mornin

Paleo Diet: A Practical Guide to Eating Like Our Ancestors

Those of us dealing with the post-holiday hangover might be thinking about losing a little weight around the middle. I know I’ve put on a few pounds this fall t

Alabama Rig Dominance: B.A.S.S. Tournaments See Unprecedented Success

If you follow trends in the bass world, youve surely heard of the Alabama Rig (left). If you dont, this controversial lure is a play on the classic saltwater u

Fly Fishing Contest Winner: Kyle Deneen & the Cat Hair Nymph

After careful thought, I have decided to award the prize (The Little Red Book of Fly Fishing) to Kyle Deneen. He wrote: My cat Schizmak, (I just wanted to p

Rio Grande River Expedition: A Behind-the-Scenes Look

Last fall I had the pleasure of following the entire length of the Rio Grande River, from headwaters in Colorado to the terminus in Texas at the Gulf of Mexico;

The Untapped Potential of Wild Game: A Modern Food Trend

Last Friday, at McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas, while waiting for the weekend shift of working girls to deplane, I picked up a bottle of water and

Classic Smallmouth Fishing on Lake St. Clair - IGFA Footage

I love these old IGFA videos. I hadnt seen this one before. Check out the smallmouth action on Lake St. Clair...old-school style.