tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.comments2024-03-26T10:33:38.239-04:00Fishing Through LifeBill Trussellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15351692272817692157noreply@blogger.comBlogger6992125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.post-327973594081542142024-03-25T10:20:09.021-04:002024-03-25T10:20:09.021-04:00Hi Emily
I agree. Grandchildren keep you feeling y...Hi Emily<br />I agree. Grandchildren keep you feeling young, although we get older as each year passes. I hope you are well and getting ready for the upcoming fishing season. Thanks for the commentBill Trussellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15351692272817692157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.post-22849932191851946542024-03-24T19:03:45.167-04:002024-03-24T19:03:45.167-04:00I have been out of the loop of blogging too. =( ...I have been out of the loop of blogging too. =( Maybe I will get a post up later tonight. I finally got out to the river... It's been awhile! I need to tie up a few more flies. One worked out rather well! Those tying videos are so helpful.THE RIVER DAMSELhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08364465918230421986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.post-54333685221335563212024-03-24T19:00:16.622-04:002024-03-24T19:00:16.622-04:00Cute grands! Isn't grandparenting the best? ...Cute grands! Isn't grandparenting the best? I look forward to every visit. Looks like they enjoyed the outing. Can't wait till mine get out there!THE RIVER DAMSELhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08364465918230421986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.post-23439371425507940622024-03-11T12:31:16.811-04:002024-03-11T12:31:16.811-04:00I'm looking forward to your first trip. Thursd...I'm looking forward to your first trip. Thursday will be my first trip to Smith Lake this year. The air temperature will be 78 degrees, and the water temperature will be 58 to 60. Water temps are too cold for top action, but a streamer pattern should attract a take. I have a feeling your smallmouth fishing is a way off. Thanks for the comment!Bill Trussellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15351692272817692157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.post-79539410268826101452024-03-08T11:03:28.130-05:002024-03-08T11:03:28.130-05:00Hi Bill, I've seen a few of Simon's videos...Hi Bill, I've seen a few of Simon's videos, too, as well as others. Even though we've had a crazy mild winter (so far). lakes and rivers are still frozen and between watching fishing videos and tying flies I'm getting eager for open water. Another sign of Spring is receiving photos of flies my friends are sending. You're lucky to get out fishing, here up north we're still waiting! Al R.https://www.blogger.com/profile/12812965911600857325noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.post-68730910151748932492024-02-22T17:44:38.612-05:002024-02-22T17:44:38.612-05:00Hi Michael
Beleive it or not, but these are China-...Hi Michael<br />Beleive it or not, but these are China-made. I am not one to oreder anything from China because of quality, but these little nymphs are just like the real thing. I haven't use them yet but I have a feeling they will produce a take. The name of the company is Temu, just type in nymphs. <br />P.S. By the way you, me and Walt are the only three original bloggers left from from a group that started way back in 2010. <br />I will use my blog from now on as a fishing log, and if I get a comment or two that will be ok with me. Thanks for the commentBill Trussellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15351692272817692157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.post-2675240509556452862024-02-13T12:42:41.233-05:002024-02-13T12:42:41.233-05:00Wait, those aren't real? Those are incredibly...Wait, those aren't real? Those are incredibly well done.Michael Agnetahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06240860871106731965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.post-76734771600850946332024-01-24T17:03:06.675-05:002024-01-24T17:03:06.675-05:00Good looking bass! Up here we're north of spot...Good looking bass! Up here we're north of spotted bass range, but if they fight like other bass, I'm sure they're fun on the fly. And that truck reminds me of the '54 Ford I had in high school. Al R.https://www.blogger.com/profile/12812965911600857325noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.post-70610622645497200782023-12-13T11:55:16.645-05:002023-12-13T11:55:16.645-05:00Hi Emily
I am not a fan of the winter; fishing is ...Hi Emily<br />I am not a fan of the winter; fishing is a challenge this time of the year. I hope your knee heals before the trout season starts for you in the Spring. As we get older, time passes so much faster, which means as much fishing time worked into our schedule as possible. I hope you and the family have a wonderful Christmas! Take care, and thanks for the comment.Bill Trussellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15351692272817692157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.post-74584594202657741202023-12-10T15:38:40.369-05:002023-12-10T15:38:40.369-05:00A month without fishing is a long time! I hope th...A month without fishing is a long time! I hope that this winter goes by real fast. I've decided to not walk the icy banks of rivers this winter. Can not fall on this knee! You are always catching lovely bass. They are so much fun to catch. Enjoy the holiday season, my friend!THE RIVER DAMSELhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08364465918230421986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.post-18956862147111421462023-11-01T17:08:33.539-04:002023-11-01T17:08:33.539-04:00Al
And I thought 25 here this morning was cold; I ...Al<br />And I thought 25 here this morning was cold; I like where you live, but the cold would be brutal for me and my wife. Stay safe and warm, thanks for the commentBill Trussellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15351692272817692157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.post-35396670206695952182023-11-01T17:06:04.160-04:002023-11-01T17:06:04.160-04:00Mark
I feel both of us will know when it's tim...Mark<br />I feel both of us will know when it's time to lay the fly rod and spinning reels aside---now is not the time for either of us. Bill Trussellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15351692272817692157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.post-55684100354629790662023-10-30T11:07:50.512-04:002023-10-30T11:07:50.512-04:00Looks like fun, Bill. I'm a little envious. wa...Looks like fun, Bill. I'm a little envious. wanted to get some more fishing in before buckling down for winter but this morning's 15 degrees has me winterizing the boats today.Al R.https://www.blogger.com/profile/12812965911600857325noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.post-88374252605094225752023-10-25T13:21:56.581-04:002023-10-25T13:21:56.581-04:00If anyone can relate to your friend getting too ol...If anyone can relate to your friend getting too old to fly fish, it's me although come hell or high water, I will be out there fishing shortly. Mark Kautzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03802544198629446327noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.post-90301491778219679142023-09-04T19:34:19.379-04:002023-09-04T19:34:19.379-04:00Justin
A great comment with words that I could ad...Justin<br /> A great comment with words that I could add to the characteristics of a seasoned fly fisherman. My only regret when it concerns fly fishing is not fishing with the fly rod when I was younger. I am playing catch-up now. Thanks for the comment Bill Trussellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15351692272817692157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.post-520807052921321752023-09-04T18:07:21.494-04:002023-09-04T18:07:21.494-04:00Mark
Like you, I have fished other fishing tackle ...Mark<br />Like you, I have fished other fishing tackle when it comes to fishing. But, the fl;y rod is by best way to land fish for me now. Thanks for the commentBill Trussellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15351692272817692157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.post-10508194929771255372023-09-04T18:04:26.151-04:002023-09-04T18:04:26.151-04:00Walt
I've always been a perfectionist in fly f...Walt<br />I've always been a perfectionist in fly fishing, which causes me to keep learning as much as possible on every outing. thanks for the commentBill Trussellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15351692272817692157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.post-91197228362230574752023-09-04T17:58:00.972-04:002023-09-04T17:58:00.972-04:00Emily
Yes, a journal is a great idea. I used to ke...Emily<br />Yes, a journal is a great idea. I used to keep a journal before I started my blog, but now I use my blog to look back and see what the fish were hitting, the flies I used, the weather, and the water conditions. Glad you are back with us and thanks for the comment---take care!Bill Trussellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15351692272817692157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.post-32355211180177740732023-09-04T17:52:35.213-04:002023-09-04T17:52:35.213-04:00Mel
I learn something new or different on every tr...Mel<br />I learn something new or different on every trip I make, which puts me in the category of still learning this great sport. Thanks for the commentBill Trussellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15351692272817692157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.post-30862403325047921782023-09-03T13:09:52.420-04:002023-09-03T13:09:52.420-04:00Ever since picking up my first fly rod, I have nev...Ever since picking up my first fly rod, I have never felt the need to use another fishing method. In fact, if I couldn't fly fish, I probably wouldn't fish at all! I enjoy the ethos of fly fishing, from its simplicity, to being more sporting, to observation of the river and natural life, to learning, and that other something which seems to bring the best out in people. Thanks for the thought-provoking post. Justinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04433681753406581886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.post-39680349186560312612023-08-31T14:08:47.620-04:002023-08-31T14:08:47.620-04:00Weird, this just popped up on my blog. When I coul...Weird, this just popped up on my blog. When I could walk the rivers or float tube the lakes, I would fly fish. I thought I did a pretty good job in all the categories you listed above. Although my approach was to fish what the situation called for. Fly rod, spinning rod, dynamite. But I still have to love the fly rod since my personal best was caught on it. Mark Kautzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03802544198629446327noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.post-12926658628219224992023-08-29T09:30:31.195-04:002023-08-29T09:30:31.195-04:00Bill, thanks for these wise words, a great reminde...Bill, thanks for these wise words, a great reminder for anyone interested in the wonderful world of fly-fishing, no matter the skill level. There's always more to learn, to adapt to, with enough patience & interest.rivertoprambleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10049232742240328847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.post-64903147498335700392023-08-28T22:36:36.616-04:002023-08-28T22:36:36.616-04:00Wow! I couldn't have said it better. I would...Wow! I couldn't have said it better. I would like to add one thing. Keeping a journal has helped me from time to time. Looking back to previous years on what the conditions were and what bugs were out can be very helpful. I tried that arrow cast in NC years ago. And that was the only time! Haha. That one really takes practice. Thanks for the post. You got me thinking about a few things. Fly fishing is definitely continued learning! That's what makes it so fun.THE RIVER DAMSELhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08364465918230421986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.post-88913554002673239062023-08-26T00:25:48.987-04:002023-08-26T00:25:48.987-04:00Excellent and well written post, Bill. Lots of re...Excellent and well written post, Bill. Lots of reasons folks fly fish. Some folks commit briefly, and, others like me and you have lived a lifetime becoming "Seasoned". I don't consider myself well seasoned, but, I have built many great memories learning my way. Peace!Melhttps://melsbluegillbugs.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8518971929369280752.post-323675589352450172023-08-20T17:08:47.402-04:002023-08-20T17:08:47.402-04:00Attention Mark, Justin, Walt, and Al, I accidental...Attention Mark, Justin, Walt, and Al, I accidentally erased all your guys' comments---sorry for the mistake---but thanks for commenting.Bill Trussellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15351692272817692157noreply@blogger.com