I am a self-taught fly fisher/ fly dresser who grew up under the bright lights of the big city, Toronto (Canada) that is. I started fishing pretty much for the same reasons everyone else does, just wanting to get out for a day with friends to relax. Being away from home for the first time and having the pristine Wisconsin wilderness nearby coupled with an easy class schedule made for many fishing adventures with good friends where I was able to develop most of my fishing skills and love for the sport. About the same time that I started to fly fish I also began learning to dress my own flies, which after many back breaking hours and bloody fingers has turned out be more than a hobby for me. I have for the past several years been tying commercially for lodges and private clients. If you are interested in seeing some of the fly patterns that I tie, check out the great fly fishing section here at LBF or you can visit my personal website listed in the LBF links area. Well not much more is needed to be said on my behalf other than hope to see you out on the waters ..... tight lines and smooth threads............<"))<

Rod building has become my new passion. It was the next logical step for me to take after learning to tie my own flies. I want to forewarn everyone that is thinking of building their own rods. Once you take that first wrap of thread around a guide foot there is no turning back, you will be hooked for life. Rod building is highly addictive because you are placed in a position of complete control, making your rod just the way you always wanted, or at least trying to.....

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