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For guys like me, fisherman and amateur photographer, it’s a humbling and exciting experience. Being surrounded by all the big name pros is somewhat intimidating, but it’s also a good feeling of accomplishment.

These images are from my travels around the West with friends. It only goes to show, not every day is filled with calm winds, sunshine and hungry fish.

Check them out –> http://www.catchmagazine.net/

My buddy Clark “Cheech” Pierce set out on this little fun project. I must confess, I had a blast targeting Wipers at Willard Bay. One day particular, we experienced  some of the fastest warm water fishing either of us have ever had. Were not fish counters but when you go into the mid-range of double digits it gets quite hilarious.The rods were maxed and the reels were singing and laughter filled the air.

Cheech has been busy designing flies specific for these trips, and boy did they work! On more than a few occasions we were doubled up. I’d say pound for pound, Wipers will give you a run for your money.

SOUTHWEST MAGAZINE March/April 2010
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Fisher ….”CHEECH”…AKA Clark Pierce
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Brian and Todd are really pushing the limits with fly fishing photography & cinematography.  My image landed in the “Angler Element” section of the mag.

Grizz is always accompanied with his trusty furry companion, Chili dog.  She has traveled the West and is very well-seasoned, be it by boat or  onfoot.  I’m stoked I had the opportunity to capture our furry crew-mate.

This shot was captured on the first, of our three day float…. half way to camp it started to rain, shortly after, a down pour.  Two days later we encountered gumball sized hail…overall… the fishing was ON the hook! Another fantastic trip.

Thanks Grizz and Chili!

Check out CATCH [HERE] and [HERE]

I was fortunate to get the call to work on this Winter Special for This is Fly.

We all really like the direction Paris and Tim are headed and are always stoked on the opportunity to be aprat of their brainchild.

When asked for a story on trout in the dead of winter we were faced with two choices. Try and drum something up that we already have in the archives or  make something happen. We stayed with the winter theme but avoided the standard winter midge fishing article type of thing.

We gassed the sleds and blazed off on the road less traveled. It was a terrific few weeks of fishing with friends in the backcountry.  A big thanks to Grizz who wrote the article and Cor snapped some incredible images. The red machine will forever be remembered on that trip, its always something… and no good trip ever runs smooth.  This was the first project for our new underground company launching this fall.  More details on specifics shortly.

Check out the  full-article at [THIS IS FLY]…… don’t forget to click the music playlist while browsing the rag.

Check out Corey’s creative work [HERE] and [HERE]

More images from this  project [HERE]

This year started off with great news!! OK, FANTASTIC news! Day 1 issue #9 of Catch Magazine featured my image on the COVER!!!!… AND one in the “Anglers Ellements Snow” section!! It’s my first fly fishing cover as a photographer and I can’t think of a better mag to start it off!

I am truly humbled and totally stoked!Its a huge honor to be apart of Brian O’Keefe and Todd Moen’s brainchild, Catch Magazine. I’m still in shock. Thanks guys!

A BIG thanks to my buddy  Scott Dicky pictured on the cover here. Image was taken on the Middle Provo River in Utah. Scott is known is certain underground circles for tying some of the cleanest bugs around, especially for the Provo and other local areas.

Also, a BIG thanks to Corey Kruitbosch! I have had the pleasure of being in front of Corey’s lens for awhile now, its nice to repay the favor and snap a few of him ; ) Corey work has been published in many publications and in numerous fly fishing media mediums.

At 4:30am the parking lot was empty and the frigged temperatures tempted the warm drive back down the canyon to bed. Three of us, Corey, Scott Dickey and myself, braved mother natures cold hand to enjoy a winters day of fishing. As I was walking up stream I just so happened to turn around to see this image of Scott fishing in this incredible light.

…. this issue also features an image by Corey Kruitbosch. As luck would have it, both Scott and I are on the opening spread “anglers Element Snow”.  The first day of 2010 started off with a bang, I just hope I didn’t shoot of all my bullets.

Above image by Corey Kruitbosch

I’m always stoked when I get to go fishing with Cor, this particular day was cold freezing! At 4:30am the parking lot was empty and the frigged temperatures tempted the warm drive back down the canyon to bed. Three of us, Corey, Scott Dickey and myself braved mother natures cold hand to enjoy a winters day of fishing. As an angler in front of the lens and a photographer behind the camera, I think Corey would also agree, it was one of my most productive days shooting. Thanks and Congrats Corey!

Trout Unlimited Magazine –> http://www.tu.org/press-room/trout-magazine

If you haven’t had a chance to check them out I highly suggest you do so. MidCurrent provides fly fishing tips, fly fishing gear advice, videos, interviews, and the best in fly fishing writing. They are experienced anglers, guides and authors who enjoy sharing the excitement of fly fishing and bring you the latest in fly fishing news.

The guys over at Korkers are really turning it up a notch. Check out the new site. I was lucky enough to make it onto the opening page as an angler.

My good friend Corey Kruitbosh captured this great image on out trip to Arizona…and wallah, he produced another winner that landed him up font and center……But what else would we except form CK anyhow. ; )

Corey’s photography can been seen here –>http://western-fly-fishing.info/wordpress/

If you didn’t already know, Korkers is producing some great new innovative products. 2010 is no exception.

The new rubber called Kling-On is out. Its sticky as hell. The toe and heel have a different density than the middle of the sole. It’s a perfect match for use and abuse.

They also have a new Boot out, called the Predator. It’s a fixed sole boot with your choice of felt or their new Kling-On rubber. I’ve been fortune enough to test these boots with the new rubber. I’ve beat them up all over gnarly terrain and have walked some serious miles throughout the West. It was an honor to provide feedback, while abusing the prototype process. I must say, I’m very pleased with the end results.

If you haven’t tried them yet, go check out the Predator at your local shop, you’ll see.