Author Archives: syntwin

Matthew received an invitation from Papa John to fish the Rio Marié—a truly generous offer, considering it’s typically a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. The fishing there is so extraordinary that Papa John has returned multiple times. This year, Mike Michelak arranged the … Continue reading →

A 5 night stay in Yaletown Vancouver was exactly what this soul needed for decompression. It’s been over a year since my last vacation so this one couldn’t come soon enough. Our family of 5 were joined by the boys’ … Continue reading →

It’s July already! Crazy. We were able to get some fishing in here and there throughout the first half of the year. This past winter, the high water wreaked havoc to my closest launch ramp (Woodson Bridge). Tore it up … Continue reading →

The holidays went by too fast, but it sure was great having the kids around for so long. Got a little fishing and golf in when the weather cooperated. A trip to Luk Lake with Matthew, striper fishing with Michael … Continue reading →

We started the year with some local fishing and trout fishing in the mountains. Luk Lake, the River, Oroville lake etc. Oroville Lake was fishing great in the spring.   The boys graduated from college this year. Michael from NAU … Continue reading →

It sure seems like the years go by so fast. I’d like it to fly by so I can retire but once I retire, I want it to slow way down. Is that asking too much?:)) The boys celebrated their … Continue reading →

Last winter we were thinking about where to go for our summer vacation. I’ve never really had a desire to go to Japan but while looking at airfare to South East Asia with a layover in Narita, I figured heck, … Continue reading →

The first time I fished Baja California was in the mid 80’s.  Loreto was a small fishing village back then and was just starting to get popular with fly anglers. I have been back there a few times and have … Continue reading →

What a year it has been thus far. The boys turned 21 and Emma can legally vote :))   The boys are still enjoying college as juniors but they have a full plate in front of them. They are studying … Continue reading →

After a wonderful trip to Key West, we laid low and did a lot of little things. I booked a trip with Benson to Fall River with great guide Mike Wright. It has been over 20 years since I was … Continue reading →