Fly-fishing News: Waterproof Backpacks, Yucatán Tarpon and The Cut & Retie Podcast

Fly-fishing News: Waterproof Backpacks, Yucatán Tarpon and The Cut & Retie Podcast

Flylab founder, Tim Romano, talks with Joe Cermele in episode 109 of the Cut & Retie Podcast: “This week, we talk about bear hugging a muskie, poaching stocked trout and throwing a drift boat air conditioner in the dumpster because we don’t want to talk to strangers…”

Ken Baldwin of Sports Illustrated writes about the essential nature of waterproof backpacks when fly fishing: “It rained almost every day, from showers to heavy downpour. I was prepared with rain gear and a waterproof backpack. The backpack allowed me to carry my camera equipment, dry clothing, food, and fly fishing gear…”

Writer David N. McIlvaney searches for tarpon in the Yucatán: “We set out across the grass flats, and Ismael jumped onto the casting platform as his motorman, Carlos, steered us into the middle of the lagoon. I searched the waters for any disturbance on the surface when a shift in the wind carried the prayer back to me…”

David Coggins writes about Why We Should Advocate for the Pursuits That Bring Us Joy: “When we enjoy the traditions of fishing, sport, suiting, food, wine, art, or anything else, it’s our duty to take the long view…”

Low water and fall fishing: mono rigs, stealthy presentations and jig streamers. “Whether or not you agree with fishing a mono rig, you can’t deny its effectiveness, especially when fishing extremely low flows. Any fly line (floating or sinking) falling onto the water surface creates impact, and even the stealthiest presentation is more than enough disturbance to send fish into hiding.”

From Backcountry Hunters & Anglers: Veterans Against the Ambler Road–A Call for Responsible Stewardship of Public Lands. “The Ambler Road would carve a path through the Arctic in the famed Brooks Range, jeopardizing wildlife habitats including the migratory routes of the Western Arctic Caribou Herd.” 

Ten minutes of zen with the River Keepers of Kamikawa, Japan on the Ichikawa River: “Kensaku Urakami, who was born and raised in Kamikawa, works with volunteer anglers to protect the Ichikawa River that flows through his hometown.”