The Night Before Christmas, is a poem that was first published anonymously in 1823, and then later attributed to Clement Clarke Moore, who claimed authorship in 1837.

Before putting pen to paper, I like to craft a theme that will provide the overall framework for each of my journal entries, and so with sincere thanks to Kenny, who as always provides me with plenty of material to work with, I’ve decided to entitle this narrative:

Just in Case

June 16

I’ll Take the First Leg – No – Make That a Couple of Feet

Mike Brown or "Brownie" as he is often called, together with son Trystan enjoyed a spectacular week at EWL this past June.

When studying a river from a Brook Trout fisherman's perspective, I suspect most of us tend to think in terms of rapids, riffles, runs, pools, shallows, bends, water levels, obstructions and current breaks.

But what of spring holes?

 While the sport of fly fishing has become somewhat demystified over the years, many continue to see it as a way to catch fish, that is best left to those who have an unhealthy fascination with insects and bugs, and likely live in their parents basement.

“A Mighty River is Made Up of Many Single Drops" - Afghan Proverb

There is something very special about a rivers.

They come in all shapes and sizes, and while we have managed to mess up quite a few of them, there are still an impressive number that, having been left to their own devices, continue to provide us with the opportunity to play at being Les Voyageur as we travel along them to this day.

Spring – or more particularly the open water season - is fast approaching so it’s time to dig out your tackle box, blow the dust off and get started on the much anticipated spring sorting and tackle buying rituals.