I thought I would share some of the projects I’ve been working on during the cold month of January. As many of you know, one of my hobbies is woodworking, and during the winter months I spend a lot of time in my wood shop. Too cold to fish this time of the yearfor me, especially when the temps are in the mid 50's or lower during the day. I remember being on the water during those cold temp days when I was younger but not anymore. That is why my fishing season begins now the last week in March.
Cathey wanted a small bench for our back porch, which I made using scrap pine. I seldom throw away lumber that I think I can use one day for a project such as this bench. I needed a larger shelf to store some of my fishing items. Everything you see on the shelf had been taking up space in the bottom of my boat. The hat rack was a must!
Looks good, Bill. For me, winter activities include skis, snowshoes, fat tire bike, and sometimes a .22 rifle. And tying flies, as well. Tying is fun and interesting, and the hope and anticipation that a fish will take your own handmade creation is fun, too.
ReplyDeleteI will get a chance to see if any of first ties will get the attention of a bluegill or bass, soon as the temps wiarm a bit, but when it happens I will be pleased. Thanks for the coment
DeleteThanks for sharing your winter hobbies, Bill. Those flies look great! The warmer weather is just around the corner, it won't be long before you can try them. All the best.
ReplyDeleteJustin
DeleteI can already see that fly tying is something I wish I had started years ago along with my fly fishing. Thanks for the comment
Nice handiwork all around. Great way to be productive with your winter. I'm placing bets on the bottom right fly...
ReplyDeleteMichael
ReplyDeleteI have a feeling any of these flies will get the attentioin of the medium and small size bluegills. As for the big bulls that will take another fly tying session closer to insects. I haven;'t tied any trout files yet.