A Fishing Life Plan
The summer of 1996, I was driving out to the Fox River. I no longer recall why. I was 40 years old and had never fished a river before. I…
I’ll bet you think I make this crap up
I'm blissfully ignorant of most of what goes on in the fishing world. Back in the early 90's I tried to pay attention, but quickly lost interest. Nothing that the…
It Could be Anywhere
Those who know me also know I've used the phrase "It Could be Anywhere" in reference to where I fish here in the northeast corner of Illinois. Even in this…
I didn’t have a Plan B when I started
Hell, I barely even had a Plan A when I headed out. I've taken advantage of the mildest winter in 78 years by doing virtually nothing outdoors for the past…
My Father-in-Law is a Taxidermist
He lived most of his life in Aurora, Illinois and based on what I've heard from those that used his services, he's a damned good taxidermist. I've seen bad taxidermy,…
Geese at Sunset
The last hour of daylight, everyday, massive flocks of geese fly directly over my house in and endless stream, returning to the river, squawking incessantly as they go. You can…
Full Moon Snow
Tuesday night I was restless. Exhausted, yet not tired enough to sleep. I blame adrenalin when I get like that. Not that I did anything all that exciting or not…
I See Green Things Again
The backyard of the house I rent sits in the sun most of the day. Along the garage wall, protected by a wide eave, a few tips of daylily leaves…
An Update on Illinois Department of
Natural Resources Budget Cuts
Sunday afternoon, Marc Miller, Director of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, put up a simple post on his Facebook Page. No words, just a link to an article by…