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Video of the Week: After The Man

Conner Grimes
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Video of the Week: After The Man

Last week, we featured one of our favorite throwback films, Running Down the Man. This week, we had the chance to talk with Ben Freeman, producer of “After the Man”, a film that revisits the epic opportunities that the Baja has to offer.

Fly Lords: What gave you the idea to make a sequel to Running Down the Man?

Ben: Running Down the Man is one of the most iconic fly fishing films. It put Baja and Roosterfish on the radar, if not the map for every fly angler and started a revolution that brought (for better or worse) hoards of people to Baja in pursuit of an awesome fish. In the 10+ years since ‘Running Down the Man’ came out, however, Roosters have slipped back into anonymity and we wanted to change that.

In 2016, I visited Baja for a combination vacation/fishing trip and was fortunate enough to meet Grant and to have the opportunity to fish with him. We had been looking for a subject for the sequel of Running Down the Man and it quickly became clear that Grant would fit the bill perfectly.

Fly Lords: For those who haven’t seen the film, explain who Grant is.

Ben: Grant is the “old man on the beach” – The OG Baja beach fishing guide. Grant is one of the early pioneers of the fishery in Baja and Cabo San Lucas. Born in Texas, he soon moved to Mexico where his obsession with fishing began. He’s been fishing Mexico for most of his life and guiding for over 20 years. He also founded Baja Anglers in the late-90’s and has dozens of world records to his name.

Fly Lords: Why is Grant so dedicated to catching these fish?

Ben: You’ll have to watch the film for this one :-).

Fly Lords: Tell us about the roosterfish that you caught in the film.

Ben: We had spent six 12 hour days in the Baja heat hunting roosters and it was nearing the end of the trip. We had a few shots, but nothing materialized. I was beginning to get a little desperate… were we going to have a film? The fishing wasn’t good. Then in an instant, it turned. In the middle of the afternoon, we saw a few fish coming within casting range. I waded out to my armpits and made the longest cast I could, stripped fast, and suddenly he was on! He took about 200 yards of backing out twice before reluctantly coming in. I’ve caught a lot of fish, but this one definitely stands out as one of the most special. A true grande.

Fly Lords: What is the appeal of catching these fish from the beach instead of a boat?

Ben: Catching a roosterfish from the beach is the only way to do it. It’s an engaging and visual experience – something we fly anglers all crave. You’re fishing for huge fish in crystal clear water and you’re watching all the action happen right in front of your eyes. When a ‘grande’ turns on your fly, it’s pure adrenaline.

It’s also WAAAAaaaaay more difficult. As fly fishermen, we have masochistic tendencies. We pursue fish in the manner that’s one of the *least* efficient and effective. We’ve put away the word processor and laser printer and pulled out the typewriter. We do this because of the thrill of the hunt and the joy it brings to catch a fish on super light tackle. Fishing from the beach is just a continuation of this. From a boat, the skill lies with the captain’s ability to find fish. From the beach, it’s all about the angler and it’s distilled down to one thing: Angler vs Roosterfish.

Fly Lords: What was the highlight of the trip?

Ben: Seeing Grant’s face as he reeled in his Rooster.

Ben Freeman is the founder of Trident Fly Fishing, an online retailer of fly rods, reels, tying supplies, and pretty much anything else you can think of. When he’s not making films, you can find him traveling the world trying to be like Jeff Currier.

This interview was conducted by Fly Lords team member Conner Grimes (@doublehaulfishing).

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Norway Sunrises: Seatrout Haven

Jared Zissu
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Norway Sunrises: Seatrout Haven

We walked slowly towards the sea, my father and I. He’s always the first one to ready his fly and start casting. Which usually means he’s the first to catch fish. We’d come to a place promising more sea-trout than we could ever imagine and he was a man who always caught fish. The result could only be one thing.

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I sat down on my knees to tie on my fly. It was a heavy, hook #10 white fly with a silver-bead head making it tip beneath the water’s surface. The sun stood high and a white fly seemed like the perfect choice. And as I twisted the line and pulled it through the hole, a scream of excitement echoed in the valley. “I’ve got one!” He shouted. I had to smile. Of course he’d caught one. Before I’d even readied my flyrod. A beautiful sea-trout reaching for the 1-kilo mark (2.2 pounds). It was Silver from the north, and it promised good things.

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I waded into the current and stood above the thinnest part of the strait and casted
forward so that the current could take it.  A fish struck whilst I’d turned towards my father and took me by surprise, but I managed to hook it despite that. And then the battle began. Hurriedly trying to pull the spare-line back into the reel, whilst also giving the fish room to fight. It is battles like these that breathe life into our minds. And when they are done they pull me towards Hemingway’s beautiful The Old man And the Sea and it makes me resonate with the old man fighting the great Marlin, more than ever, perhaps. But this is no Marlin. This is pure northern silver.

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The power of a fish and the current combined is a force to be reckoned with. But it didn’t work. I was too strong. Then it moved to the one thing all fishermen fear; seaweed. I tried all I could to keep it from moving towards it. But the fish managed and got stuck in the seaweed, and I called for my father and his net to run towards the seaweed and save my catch. And then, in a moment of euphoria, my father netted the great fish and gave the handle to me. I gave him my flyrod, wet my hands, removed the hook, held the fish for a moment, slightly, and then let it go. “Thank you,” I thought. That is the difference between the old man and I. He loves the fish like a brother but cannot let him go. I can.

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Then the sea opened and fish started rising. Everywhere. And when I say everywhere I truly do mean everywhere. And fish ran through the strait and rose and some were hooked although most got away. And some were taken home, I presume and eaten. And some were returned into the sea so that they’d survive the journey towards the beautiful fresh water of rivers. And we caught plenty. It was a good day.

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Story and photos from Martin Tilrem, a Norwegian writer studying Media & Communication.

Colorado Wildfire Killed 80% of Resident Fish

Dan Zazworsky
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Colorado Wildfire Killed 80% of Resident Fish

In 2018 a wildfire ravaged the Animas River area of Colorado, and the river is still hurting. After completing a complete survey of the river, biologists estimate that over 80% of the fish in the river system have been lost since the fire. But all is not lost, due to the incredible snowfall this last winter, the river has been flowing cold and fast since the fires, prompting some fish to return.

Once regarded as one of the better trout fisheries in the state, sections of the Animas have been designated “Gold Medal” sections, prized for their fish count and overall health. Due to the concentration of mines along the stream, the Animas does not support much wild fish reproduction, so the state will be stocking 5,000 to 10,000 fish each year.

But thankfully, all signs point to a recovery for the Animas. However, it will be years before the stream is once again full of the fish anglers loved it for.

To read more about the situation, check out this article from CNN.

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Featured Fly Pattern: Lefty Kreh’s Deceiver

Dan Zazworsky
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Featured Fly Pattern: Lefty Kreh’s Deceiver

Possibly one of the finest gifts the late, great Lefty Kreh gave to the fly fishing world was the Deceiver fly pattern.

In the early 1950s, Lefty Kreh could almost always be found out in the Chesapeake Bay chasing striped bass on the fly. The flies of choice at the time were baitfish patterns tied with long saddle hackles tied in near the eye of the hook. The more he fished, the more frustrated he became with the tendency of the fly materials to wrap around the shank and bend of their hooks, so he set out to design a fly pattern that would negate this issue, and thus the Deceiver was born.

As Lefty put it, “I’m going to design a fly that won’t foul on the cast! It will have a fish shape but can be made in many lengths. You can vary the color combinations; it will also swim well but when lifted for the backcast it will be sleek and have little air-resistance.”

Later in life, Lefty shifted his focus from the Stripers of the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast to the tropical species that called the Florida Peninsula home, and it was here that the pattern then took on a life of its own as more and more creative tyers put their own twists on it to mimic the bait of their own fisheries. Since then, deceivers of every shape and color can be found in most streamer anglers fly boxes.

How to Tie Lefty’s Deceiver

Materials:

Hook: TMC 811S

Wing: Bucktail

Flash: Krystal Flash or Flashabou

Tail: Schlappen Feathers

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Idaho Closes Steelhead Fishing on Clearwater River Basin

Dan Zazworsky
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Idaho Closes Steelhead Fishing on Clearwater River Basin

On September 20th, Idaho Fish and Game made the call to cancel the remainder of the Steelhead fishing season in the entirety of the Clearwater River Basin including the Clearwater River upstream to the confluence of the Middle Fork and South Fork, and the North Fork, Middle Fork, and South Fork tributaries. The cancellation of the season is due to a continually dwindling number of returning fish, both wild and hatchery-raised.

“Based on average run timing, we estimate that this will result in approximately 2,300 fish crossing Bonneville Dam by the end of the season,” said Lance Hebdon, anadromous fishery manager for IDFG. “The result for Idaho anglers is that only 1,700 hatchery steelhead destined for the Clearwater River will make it to Lower Granite Dam by the end of the season.”

Idaho Fish and Game is going so far as to halt even catch and release angling.

According to CBS News 2 Idaho, “In order to meet broodstock needs for Clearwater River hatcheries (a total of 1,352 fish), 100 percent of the steelhead destined for the North Fork Clearwater River, and a high percentage of the fish destined for the South Fork Clearwater River would have to be collected, leaving no surplus fish for harvest.”

Source: CBS 2 Idaho

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How to Tie: The Belly Scratcher Minnow

Wills Donaldson
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How to Tie: The Belly Scratcher Minnow

It’s no secret that big fish like to eat big flies, but sometimes getting those flies down to the bottom can be a tedious task. Well, worry no more because, in this week’s “How to tie” feature, Fly Fish Food is back with another great video of how to tie the Belly Scratcher Minnow.

Learn About This Fly

When it comes to targeting big fish in lakes and rivers, it’s always a smart move to pack some meaty flies that’ll entice those stubborn beasts out from where they hide. A lot of the times, especially in rivers, big trout won’t waste their time and energy in scooping up tiny snacks such as mayflies or nymphs, and instead, save their energy for protein-rich meals such as minnows.

However, some of the larger articulated flies can be a hassle to cast. Not to mention, when they sink low, they often get snagged on rocks or logs, forcing a break-off or spooking the fish. Luckily, this fly offers a simple, yet brilliant solution to this problem. By tying in a few tungsten beads to create a weighted belly, this fly sinks right to the bottom. However, by utilizing the belly scratcher style, the hook is on the TOP of the fly, thus drastically decreasing your likelihood of snagging on the bottom.

While this tie may come as a slight challenge to the novice tyer, it is a great next step for those looking to get more technical in their streamer tying game. By utilizing a zonker strip for the tail instead of traditional marabou, this fly is not only extremely effective with some sinking line, but a blast to tie!

Ingredients:

  • Gamakatsu B10S streamer hook
  • Danville Flat Waxed Nylon White Thread (140 Denier)
  • Plummeting Tungsten Beads – Gold – 5/32″ (3.8mm)
  • Senyo Intruder Trailer Hook Wire – Black – Regular
  • Holographic Cactus Chenille – Silver Gold
  • Micro Pulsator Rabbit Strips – Black Barred Grizzly
  • Bruiser Blend Junior Dubbing – Alpha Wolf  (head 1)
  • Bruiser Blend Junior Dubbing – Cream  (head 2)
  • 3D Holographic Eyes – Super Pearl – 3/16″
  • Chartpak Fly Tying Markers – Delta Brown (Dark Brown)
  • Chartpak Fly Tying Markers – Goldenrod

Ingredients available on FlyFishFood.com

Now you know how to tie the Belly Scratcher Minnow!

Video courtesy of Flyfishfood.com

Article written by Flylords Team Member Wills Donaldson

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Mayfly Outdoors Recognized As One Of Colorado’s Most Community-Minded Companies

Dan Zazworsky
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Mayfly Outdoors Recognized As One Of Colorado’s Most Community-Minded Companies

Mayfly Outdoors, the parent company of Ross and Abel Reels was just honored with an award highlighting their dedication to their local community through volunteer work and fundraising.

From Mayfly Outdoors:

Mayfly Outdoors, the award-winning manufacturer of high-performance fly-fishing products, has been named an honoree of The Civic 50 Colorado by CSR Solutions of Colorado, and Points of Light, the world’s largest organization dedicated to volunteer service.

The award recognizes Mayfly as one of the state’s most community-minded companies as determined by independently administered analytics from True Impact, a company specializing in helping organizations maximize and measure their social and business value. The report is the only evaluation that exclusively measures corporate involvement in communities. Mayfly is best known for its internationally recognized fly fishing brands Abel® and Ross Reels®.

“Montrose is really important to us, and our goal is to make it a better place,” said David Dragoo, Mayfly’s founder and CEO. Mayfly is currently partnering with the Montrose community to restore and enhance nearly 1.5 miles of the Uncompahgre river. The endeavor includes the installation of nearly 2.25 miles of new river trails for families and outdoor enthusiasts, including over 40 acres of open space enhancement and wildlife preservation.

In January 2018 at the State of State Address in Denver, Mayfly was also recognized by former Governor John Hickenlooper for their positive impact in Montrose. “Our products are manufactured in Montrose, and we’re very proud of that,” added Dragoo. The company supports several engineering and manufacturing jobs, and recently expanded into a new, 41,000 square foot facility. Mayfly is also a Certified B® Corporation, a designation the company earned alongside businesses like Kleen Kanteen, Patagonia and Ben & Jerry’s. Certified B® corporations pass more third-party analysis while committing to using business as a force for good.

The Civic 50 Colorado awards, modeled after the Points of Light national program, provides a standard for superior corporate citizenship and showcases how companies can use their time, skills and resources to impact their communities. The Civic 50 Colorado honorees were recognized during The Civic 50 Colorado Awards on September 19, 2019. The event was held at Infinity Park in Glendale, Colorado.

CSR Solutions, a leader in community engagement and philanthropy, is pleased to be the first in the country to bring the nationally revered Civic 50 Awards to Colorado. “Colorado companies, like Mayfly, have invested significant resources in communities to build a strong, resilient, connected and healthy place for us all,” said CSR representatives. “The impact stories are aimed to inspire us all to support their efforts.”

For more information about The Civic 50 Colorado and this year’s honorees, visit csrsolutionsco.org/civic50colorado.html

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Catching Humpbacks on a Fly Rod: Get to Know the Pink Salmon

Patrick Perry
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Catching Humpbacks on a Fly Rod: Get to Know the Pink Salmon

This article is written by Chase White – follow him at @anadromous on Instagram for fishy adventures and outdoor inspiration.

Howdy, folks. Back for my second installment here on Lords of the Fly (you can read my first post here) to talk to you about the most abundant (and arguably the most fun) of the five main types of salmon to catch on a fly rod: the pink salmon.

Let’s get the most obvious thing here out of the way… What’s up with the hump? Well, upon reaching freshwater during their spawning migration, male pink salmon develop a pronounced humped back. The females somehow dodged that evolutionary bullet. This hump grows as a result of a reactive-increase in the amount of connective tissue and the growth of free interneural spines and neural spines. Hence the nickname “humpies”. In fact, the scientific name of pink salmon ends with “gorbuscha”, which literally translates to “humpie” in Russian.

In the Pacific Northwest (and other select places around the world), there are millions of pink salmon (pinks) running through estuaries and up into freshwater to spawn. This is a special type of salmon run, in that it only happens every other year, depending on location. In Southern BC, for example, adult pinks return during odd-numbered years, while northern rivers will have their peak runs in even-numbered years. This two-year timing is because pink salmon have a strict two-year lifecycle. Adult pinks enter spawning streams from the ocean, usually returning to the exact same stream where they originated. How they find their way back after two years in the ocean without Google Maps – no idea.

While living in the ocean, pink salmon are silver (or chrome, as many passionate Canadians would say). During the fall spawning migration, adult males will undergo their changes in morphology. This means that when they reach fresh water, the humped back, darkened colors, and a slightly-hooked jaw (also known as a “kype”) will develop, while females remain relatively normal in body shape and color.

After the spawn, the pink fry are hatched in freshwater streams, rearing for several months before migrating towards the ocean. Along the way, they encounter their fair share of predators. If the fry can’t make it to the estuary during daylight, they’re believed to hunker down in gravel for an evening before continuing on their journey to the salt. After spending two years in the ocean, pinks migrate back to their natal freshwater streams to spawn and die, typically within days of spawning. And thus the beautiful cycle continues.

Random fact: sometimes pink and chum salmon interbreed to form the hybrid known as the (sterile) miko salmon.

Pinks are a great fish to catch on a fly rod with lots of harvestable meat. People ask me why I don’t personally retain pink salmon, and my answer is typically two-fold; in river fishing (where I most frequently fish), these animals have already started to decompose from an active enzyme triggered throughout their bodies, but also, releasing fish is just too damn fun. I’m personally much more likely to retain chinook (AKA king salmon) on ocean fishing outings. Personal preference, I suppose.

That said, in terms of conservation status, pink salmon are considered to be critically imperiled in California, and imperiled in Washington. However, in Alaska and British Columbia, they’re considered secure. This year, in our local fisheries of Southern BC, retention of the species was closed earlier than expected as the return numbers weren’t as high as conservation/government agencies had hoped. The truth is – and I don’t want to dip into politics – we need to do more to raise awareness, protect our watersheds and conserve threatened salmon runs.

Science aside, when it comes to connecting with a pink salmon on a fly rod, if you catch one, you can expect to catch many, because they generally travel in large schools (queue the taco-rod-bend-a-thon).

For the most part, pinks chase flies without hesitation, making them one of the easier species of salmon to catch on a fly rod. And as far as salmon go, they’re not massive fish, so typically 6-8wt single handers can get the job done. Although if you’re the two-hander type like myself, spey your hearts out, friends. My go-to setup as of late is a Hatch 7 Plus or an Islander LX on a 13’3” 7wt Winston KAIROS, with the Scientific Anglers Deliverance line system. Don’t go too heavy with sink tips, because these fish love to travel in soft water.

Fly selection is all about size and visibility with these fish. Keep in mind, they typically run during the freshet (runoff), so the water generally isn’t very clear for their run. And since they like to run in softer water, I prefer smaller bead-head flies in bright pink or chartreuse with ample amounts of flash. For bigger, faster water, you can bump up the sizing.

While you may get a ton of hookups if your timing in the run is right, manage your excitement because these fish have a particular knack for spitting your barbless hook out of their rather-boney mouths. Tail-in-hand or not, they’re a great fish to usher new people into the sport with almost-guaranteed smiles.

Relative to the other types of salmon, pinks and chinook generally run early, followed by coho, sockeye, and chum, which are also fun to target on the fly. Check out Fishing BC for beta and inspo on when and how to target other anadromous species in our area like coho and chum. They have a ton of great info for travelling anglers.

And if you’re in our neck of the woods of Southwest BC and want to get on the water, there are some great outfitters to get you out there safely and quickly into fish, such as Valley Fishing Guides (give them a follow to stay up on fishy news in the area).

So now that you’re a pink salmon wizard, start planning that BC trip for 2021 and dial in that spey cast. If we can take care of our fisheries, there will be plenty of fish to go around.

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Unless otherwise noted, all photos and words in this post are by Chase White

Disclaimer: Chase is not a biologist, or any kind of scientist, really. He’s a passionate BC-based photographer, outdoorsman and fly angler. All of the information in this post is casual information that he has acquired from time on the river, intended to inform people about a rapidly depleting resource. Feel free to shoot him a note with any thoughts or fact-checks you have to chase@chasewhite.com – he’s always game to chat.

Check out his other article below:

https://theflylords.com/2018/11/13/10-things-you-have-to-know-for-your-first-bc-fishing-trip/

Photographer Spotlight: Hillary Maybery

Collin Terchanik
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Photographer Spotlight: Hillary Maybery

We had the opportunity to speak with pro photographer, Hillary Maybery. Her work revolves around a diverse subject group; fly fishing, skiing, and many other sports. After being one of the first females to compete in the X – Games, her athletic and competitive spirit influenced her to capture jaw-dropping shots of sport and lifestyle settings. She was also called the BEST PHOTOGRAPHER in Sun Valley 10 years running! There is absolutely nothing this woman can’t do! We are very honored to share her talented work, continue on to get the rundown from Hillary herself.

Flylords: Who is Hillary Maybery?

Hillary: An athlete my whole life, a mom to a rad 13-year daughter, dating her dad for 15 years, an easy-going person, and a very hard worker.

Flylords: What lead you to go from a pro snowboarder to a pro photographer? 

Hillary: After 10 years of competing, traveling for photo-shoots, and coaching camps in the summer, I saved enough money to pursue my true passion, photography. Took a year off to go to a photography school, shot every day, spent all my free time in the darkroom, and learning as much as I could about photography – I became obsessed with my goals.

Flylords: What was learning photography growing up like?

Hillary: My parents moved around a lot, I went to 5 elementary schools, and 4 high schools. Growing up made me a great observer and made me the photographer I have become. Photographing people always felt natural and effortless, but the technical side took a lot more time for me to learn. How to manually control light and business/marketing skills to this day are my weakest part of my business. Working on it 😉

Flylords: What was it like working under David Stoecklein? Did you gain the right experience?

Hillary: I assisted Dave and he was my mentor for 5 years. He taught me everything! Such a talented, ambitious, passionate and generous photographer. I learned about light, but mostly how to work with my subjects. He taught me to be confident, strong at directing a photo shoot and at the same time make the experience always fun and be professional. He lived life to the fullest, he cared so much about his craft and the cowboy way of life. Never met anyone as passionate than Dave – to this day I still try to have his work ethics!

Flylords: What are the hardest and easiest things to shoot? 

Hillary: The hardest was when I had my studio and trying to please my women clients to all look like super-models for their personal branding headshots. Ugh, the retouching just took its toll on my soul. I also was a family and wedding photographer, which I needed to do to live and survive in this profession. Now, I can focus on what I love to photograph working outdoors with healthy, talented, and passionate clients who love what they do! I’m always fortunate because of the positive energy we all bring to the photoshoot.

Flylords: Share with us the all-time favorite photo you’ve taken. 

Hillary: No way! Incredible adventures with so many talented friends and clients, but my most favorite images are the early morning light or last light of the day.

Flylords: Do different sports call for different camera setups? What is the “go-to” setup you like to use? 

Hillary: I always shoot with my Canon EOS-1D X. Never miss a moment and water/dust resistant is very important. Attached with my 70-200 2.8 or 35 1.4 are my most used lenses. Portrait’s 5D mark IV with the 85 1.2  – such a gorgeous buttery lens. I’m so hard on my gear, all of it is insured.

Flylords: What’s the number one challenge as a photographer and how do you overcome it?

Hillary: Not working. When this happens, I’ll work on portfolio shoots. Skiing/snowboarding in the backcountry or powder days on Baldy, fishing, bird hunting, or some type of sport to keep me creative and new work to share with Ad Agencies I like to work for.

Flylords: Do you think it’s important to have a positive relationship with the individual you shoot? 

Hillary: Most people feel uncomfortable having a camera always pointed at them. I have an instinct on how to connect with all types of people and engaging with them. Brings out more authenticity while shooting making a client feel comfortable. Number one trait that helps – always smile. Never be negative on a shoot, even when I’m panicking inside about the things that might be going wrong on a shoot! They don’t need to know.

Flylords: Wanna share a few words of wisdom for upcoming female photographers? 

Hillary: *The gear you can’t afford isn’t the barrier keeping you from your success. Gear has very little to do with photography. So much more about producing a great photograph, connection, light, timing, editing and more.

*Keep images simple! The number one reason that most photos fail is that there is no clear subject. Remove clutter, remove distraction. Tell one story, and tell it well.

*Make mistakes, learn quickly. Get out there and do stuff. If it works, do more of it. If it doesn’t work, change it. Quickly.

*Seems like everyone I come across wants to be a photographer, especially high school teens and young adult women. Some are lazy, have so many excuses or they want it to happen quickly. I read a great book awhile back, the Outliers. The author talks about it takes 10 years or 10,000-hour rule as the key to achieve success and master a skill!

*Hustle and keep at it! Always shoot. Creative Live is affordable for online classes and assists photogs you admire. There’s only ONE YOU that can create an image because of your life experiences. Find your goals, be consistent and work hard on it!

photo by Hillary Maybery @hillarymayberyphoto
Amanda Bauman fishing Silvercreek Idaho @manderspander

 

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A Fly Fishers Paradise – The South Fork Lodge for Sale – $7.95 Million

Patrick Perry
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A Fly Fishers Paradise – The South Fork Lodge for Sale – $7.95 Million

Fly fishing aficionados can now own a piece of paradise the only kicker is it costs, $7.95 million. The South Fork Lodge is located in the Rockies on the Snake River in Swan Valley, ID, it was a state-of-the-art, luxury fly fishing lodge but it can now be your dream getaway house.

The property is set on 25 acres with over a half-mile of river frontage and features 8 bedrooms with their own outdoor patios, 2 private cabins containing 5 suites, a self-contained 4 bedroom/2.5 bath river house, 4 fisherman cabins, and a high-end restaurant replete with outdoor, riverside seating and a grand bar suited for swapping fishing stories by the roaring fire.
The property includes a full-service fly shop, established and successful guide service, employee housing and equipment storage, and an exclusive number of fishing permits for the South Fork, Main Snake and Blackfoot Rivers.  The location of the property is also strategically located next to the busiest boat ramp on the river providing robust retail traffic throughout the fishing season.
The best part is the listing agent is Jim Hickey, Orvis’s 2019 Fly Fishing Guide of the Year. If you are serious about this one check out the listing here. For most of us, we will just keep camping in our beat-up rigs on side of our favorite trout stream.

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