It’s cold out, the river is mostly frozen, and my time on the water is limited. A wandering mind–unfocused by a regular dose of flinging feathers-is a dangerous thing. I recently listened to an Orvis Fly Fishing Podcast about the “7 Deadly Sins of . . .
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Classic Video: “Das Fischer,” and Dreams of Idaho Trout

Let me say right up front that this is one of my favorite fly-fishing films of all time. And that’s saying something. As curator of the Friday Fly-Fishing Film Festival, I probably watch more . . .
Read MoreClassic Video: Hank Patterson’s Fishmas Extravaganza

If you thought you’d seen all the tricks Hank Patterson has up his sleeve, you’re sorely mistaken. It turns out that the man is a danged entertainer, on top of being the world’s greatest. . .
Read MoreClassic Video: The Fine Art of Stalking Rising Fish

Sometimes you run across a video that so perfectly illustrates its point, you don’t need any further explanation. I think you’ll see what I mean. I applaud Peter Broomhall for putting this. . .
Read MoreClassic Video: Winter Rainbows & Size 37 Midges With Hank Patterson

Winter fishing can be mystifying for some anglers. Without regular hatches, it’s hard to know what the fish are eating, and the flies can be very small. Luckily, we have the wit and wisdom of . . .
Read MoreLate Night “Crazy” Reese Ferguison Film Festival

In honor of the passing of Reese Ferguison last night, here are all the Hank Patterson videos that he appeared in, as well as “Be Well! Fish On!” A Reel Recovery Experience, about Reese’s. . .
Read MoreVideo: “Hank Patterson & the Mystery of the CuttyRainBrown” Trailer

Everyone’s favorite fly-fishing guide, Hank Patterson, is back with an all-new adventure, as he and his crack team chase down a rumor that someone has spotted the elusive cuttyrainbrown. . .
Read MoreVideo: Hank Patterson and the Bait Fishers, Part I

It’s been four months since we were last treated to a video from our old pal—and World’s greatest Fly Fishing Guide—Hank Patterson. But he’s come back with a real doozy, in which he. . .
Read MoreClassic Video: Why I Need a Sling Pack

Wednesdays are Tightline Productions days around here because that’s when we put up the new tying video. For some reason, today I was reminded of Tim Flagler’s hilarious entry in an. . .
Read MoreVideo: “What Would Hank Do?” Episode II
You know, I’m not sure there’s any questions about fly fishing that Hank Patterson can’t answer. But when you do ask him a question, you might wanna make it pretty specific.
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