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Sunshine and the Dry Fly
Over the past few months, I’ve become fascinated by J. W. Dunne and his mathematical approach to the…
Family Treasures
I follow in the family tradition of collecting rare fly-tying materials. It’s turned into an obsession. Some early…
The Brown Owl
The Brown Owl This classic spider found in numerous north country manuscripts and publications has been one of…
Material Changes
Material Changes As a flytyer, I am always drawn to vintage auction lots that contain healthy proportions of…
Pearsall’s Gossamer Silk
Pearsall’s Gossamer Silk It is safe to say that for the past century a certain brand of silk…
A Guide to Choosing North Country Hackles
A Guide to Choosing North Country Hackles It goes without saying that to dress the finest of flies,…