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Category: angling tips

Getting Muddy with Friends

January 2, 2023January 5, 2023 Robert McConnell Leave a comment

I recently received an advance copy of the forthcoming book, Read More

The Bully Bluegill Spider: An Original Panfish Pattern That Works For Carp Too!

December 2, 2022November 20, 2022 Robert McConnell Leave a comment

While fishing along a narrow, urban ditch in Houston, I spotted a school of grass carp. To my delight, the fish were circling under Read More

Rio’s Elite Predator Line — Gear Review

November 2, 2022October 7, 2022 Robert McConnell Leave a comment

Over the past year, I was looking for a fly line for fishing our local rivers in southeastern Texas. I wanted something that Read More

rewards of hunting

Tools & Tricks for Finding New Water

October 2, 2022September 29, 2022 Robert McConnell Leave a comment

In this post, I’d like to delve into some tools and tricks to help anglers find new waterways to fish. This material might be old hat for some, but to those who are Read More

Tips for Scouting Wild Game While Creek Fishing

September 2, 2022July 16, 2022 Robert McConnell Leave a comment

Exploring and fishing small waterways in the Pineywoods is not only fun from an angler’s perspective, but it also provides scouting opportunities for Read More

Keep a fly rod in your car

August 2, 2022July 16, 2022 Robert McConnell Leave a comment

Do you have a fly rod rolling around in the trunk of your car, or shoved in between the back seats? How about a small duffle bag packed with Read More

Big Changes for the Smallmouth Bass

July 2, 2022June 24, 2022 Robert McConnell 3 Comments

Smallmouth bass are a popular sport fish for many fly anglers, especially those who enjoy fishing in rivers and streams. Reverence for smallmouth bass can even Read More

Review: Water Shoes by Astral Designs

June 2, 2022May 18, 2022 Robert McConnell 2 Comments

From the limestone creeks of Central Texas to the sandy bayous of the Pineywoods, fly fishermen in the Lone Star State have plenty of unique waterways to explore. Read More

Whitlock’s Teachings on Nymphing for Bass

May 2, 2022March 23, 2022 Robert McConnell Leave a comment

Whether popping topwater flies on a summer evening, or stripping bushy streamers through a deep hole, many fly anglers who Read More

Tips for Angling in Small Streams in Texas

March 20, 2022March 28, 2022 Robert McConnell 5 Comments

I knew fly fishing was something special the first time I explored a little-known freestone creek in Northern Pennsylvania and caught my Read More

Recent Posts

  • Getting Muddy with Friends
  • The Bully Bluegill Spider: An Original Panfish Pattern That Works For Carp Too!
  • Rio’s Elite Predator Line — Gear Review
  • Tools & Tricks for Finding New Water
  • 38 Scenic Drives to Wade Access Points Within A Couple Hours of Downtown Houston

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  • Mike Parker on Big Changes for the Smallmouth Bass

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  • Getting Muddy with Friends
  • The Bully Bluegill Spider: An Original Panfish Pattern That Works For Carp Too!
  • Rio’s Elite Predator Line — Gear Review
  • Tools & Tricks for Finding New Water
  • 38 Scenic Drives to Wade Access Points Within A Couple Hours of Downtown Houston

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