My Trip to the Orvis Rod Shop When my wife suggested a road trip to several New England states in early September, my answer was, “Uh, yeah, sure.” I DID try to sound as enthusiastic about the trip as I could. But to be honest, September and October are a … Read More
For many, September is a preferred time to float and fish Missouri’s excellent rivers and creeks. The high heat and humidity has mostly abated and party floaters are pretty much absent. Many outfitters are grateful to pick up a little late season cash by providing shuttles. Subtle changes in the hues … Read More
In August 2025, four FATC brothers—Matt McClure, Jim Craig, Sterling Short, and I, Brian Ellis—embarked on a long journey to the Last Frontier: Alaska, in pursuit of the legendary silver salmon. The seeds of this adventure were planted in February 2024, over lunch with Matt McClure after a casting session. … Read More