TroutBum4wt

It ain't looking good, folks.

Congrats on your first McCloud!

Thanks for the information. Hope to see more of his work.

Does Steve Brigman still write for the News-Leader's Outdoor section? I just haven't seen him there. I really enjoy his writing.

Welcome aboard!!!

I think Junior's team will try to get him a big win to get him out his negative past with DEI. New team, new season, new sponsor and new start for Dale Jr. This is my second season watching NASCAR. I'm hooked and look forward to this year.

Thanks for the work that you and other spotters do for us. Spotters have a key role in warning people and saving lives. It's apparently dangerous volunteer work and be careful this spring. Thank You.

Remington Arms acquired Marlin Firearms Company in December, according to the latest issue of Outdoor Life magazine. "Along with the Marlin brand of lever-action, rimfire and center-fire rifles, Remington's purchase also includes Marlin holdings Harrington and Richardson, New England Firearms and L.C. Smith brands of rifles and shotguns," the publication said. Almost a year earlier, Smith & Wesson made a similiar move when it purchased Thompson/Center Arms.

That's really good stuff. Thanks for the photos. I'm sure the double hookups are rare at Crane. I'm lucking to land one. How long have you fished Crane? What brand of camera do you have? I noticed the underwater shot. Congratulations!!! on the McClouds.

Sounds good. I'll be there.

When (date) and where (location directions)? For the folks who haven't seen the other threads. I'm sure your local fly shop doesn't want to keep this sale a secret. Cheers!

I have the same tradition. It's bad enough during the season at the parks - i.e. rude anglers, who wade through the water that you're working. Can't imagine what's like on opening day. I do get the fellowship aspect, but maybe someone can shed more light on the positves of "opening day."

Just wondering how many folks here wear a lanyard to hold tools, tippet, flies and etc. I'm always looking for a new way to go lightweight. Please list your likes and dislikes about such rigs, and any suggestions on models or features. Are they comfortable to wear? Do they get in the way when casting and moving? Cheers!

Happy birthday guys!!! John, hope you're not working on your b-day.

Happy B-day!!!! Hope you both got some cool fishing stuff for gifts.

This happend to me, too. It took me awhile to figure things out. Apparently, I'm no computer expert. Cheers!

Good looking photos. Do you mainly use digital? Do you still use film (35mm, medium or large formats) somewhat? I really need to shoot more. Cheers!

I like the current format. No complaints.

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Welcome! Columbia is a good place. Good restaurants, good music and just fun to visit.

I finally landed "A!" McCloud trout at Crane Creek, right underneath the city's park walking bridge. I drifted my line downstream and stripped in my pumpkin-colored crackleback. It was an eight-inch, give or take, colorful rainbow trout. It wasn't an epic battle by any means, but it's my first Mcloud after several visits, lost flies, leaky waders and wounds from the landscape's thorns and rocks. Before the city park, I fished the public area near the dairy farm. I was just upstream from the parking lot. The wind wasn't too bad down there. The water was clear and fishable. The last flash flood really did a number on the area, clearing small trees and brush away from the creek's banks. I used a 6'6" Eagle Claw fiberglass rod and a Bass Pro Hobbs Creek reel with double taper 5 weight floating line. The outfit did really well in the windy conditions. Cheers!

That was a great report and thanks for showing the photos. The Crane Creek information was really good and motivating. I think I'll head there soon. I think Crane is one the best trout fisheries in the region or better. Hooking a McCloud of any size is a true thrill and accomplishment. Thanks again.

Gavin, what kind/brand of varnish and sand paper do you suggest. I'm really new to this aspect of it all. Thanks

Well said Jerod. I agree 100 percent, but a pointless agrument or childish self promotion is always a good read when it's sooo cold outside and cabin fever is high. Cheers!!

That's living, man. My kingdom for a boat and private dock.