Smith River Permit???? Yes.... But......

Well we did it again and drew a Smith River Permit, but Floatfisher pulled a boneheaded move and

did not check one of the mislabeled dates on the application. So bittersweet. We have drawn a date,

but instead of being June as desired, I mis-typed and we will be floating in April if we decide

to go. We will see, we will have to break out the heavy duty camping gear and cold weather gear!

You can never be upset on drawing a permit, we always have the "super draw" to go?

Photo of the Day- Canadian Rockies- BC- Summer, here we come!!

Prime Rib- "River Style"

Are you ready for Summer, I am! There is nothing better than a nice prime cooked

while fishing, floating and camping on the river. Well, you have to have a

little vino to go with the red meat of course? Spring and summer floating is right

around the corner.

Floatfisher Cellars- " Southfork Syrah"

Floatfisher Cellars celebrated it's first bottling last night , with "Southfork Syrah" although young at 

18 months, it has a ways to go, it was not bad. First batch of 30 bottle rolled off with live music,

great food and amazing friends. Looking forward to the Unveiling of "Fisheye Malbec" with winter, and several others. Watch the post for more........

"The Great Escape"- Rainbow of Day #2

Rainbow of the Day- "Colors"

Small Creek Fishing- Photo of the Day

Scene's from a Chilly Day of Practice-

Took a day away from the river and fishing, came across a team 

practicing speed and moves on the whitewater course. Had

to take the opportunity to get a couple of action shots.

 This young team of guys was very intense and dedicated.

"Floatfisher & Fishspotter" Reunited-

Had the opportunity to hook-up and spend a couple of great days floating and fishing with

my buddy Larry aka Fishspotter, for the last few days.  It is darn hard to believe it is

the middle of February and we are float the rivers of Colorado and catching some beautiful fish.

It is always special to fish with Fishspotter, as a great time is had, great stories are told and

many fish are caught. On top of all, there are a few great sights too.

 Unbuttoning the ARP Prince from this beautiful rainbow, ready for return to the river.

 Early morning ice at the first stop! 

 Winner, Winner Chicken Dinner, a prize on each drift.

Ms. Floatfisher gets into the action on Saturday. Another bluebird 

day of fishing. 

Day in the Life- "A Good One"

Photo of the Day - "Released"

New Addition to the Photo Arsenal-

Floatfisher was treated to a new addition to the photo case this past weekend. Our new 105mm Macro lense will allow new / improved 
fish and fly photos for 2012.  Watch the blog for new and improved shots.


Thanks Sweetheart!

First float of 2012- Scene's from the Weekend-Part 2

 Winter Rainbow's in the Shallow

Enjoying a winters float, so peaceful!

The secret stash

First Float of 2012- Part 1

Ms. Floatfisher and I took the maiden voyage of 2012 this past

weekend amidst a weak cold front that was trying to push 

through the front range. But that was not going to stop us from getting the boat on the water. Although the air temperature was only a balmy 18 degrees at launch time, with guides freezing up,

it was time to push on and catch a fish. Although it would not

be the first of the year, it would be the first from the boat.

 Mary preps the stick for the fishing day. What will the lucky 

setup be? Will it warm up and will the sun come out?

The rainbows came out to play today, and boy did they like red?

 Little frosty on them there hills, thank god it is staying over there

for now! But a beautiful site for the float.

Arkansas Killer- Fly Pattern

Hook: TMC  C200, Size 14-26

Bead: Gold or Silver Tungsten

Thread: Black 8/0

Tail: Black Pheasant Tail

Rib: Silver Small Wire

Abdomen: Purple Flashabou

Hackle: Black Hen

Collar: Purple UV Ice Dub

Charlies Flybox- Tying Demo

Just a shout out to all the fine folks that came out to see a mediocre flytyer wrap a couple of 

bugs and talk about fishing the Arkansas River. I appreciate everyone braving the roads and snow

to come on down to Charlies. Sure was nice to see some old friends and meet some new people,

and especially just talk fishing and floating.

As always the hospitality of Greg and Dave was fantastic, Charlie was down bone fishing, so 

the "real" crew took care of me.

Hard at work on the next creation.

Snow Day- Great Day to Tie one On!

Tying on a PMX- Ready for Battle