Entries by Jon Ray

12 pounds on 6 weight

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I went fishing today with no intention of catching a steel. While swinging a trout wet fly with a backwards reel (I am a lefty, this reel was righty), this big hen struck! Landing the fish was a goat roping; never thought such a memorable fish would come in May. #sonargetdown #troutfishing #radian #steelhead #getoutdoors […]

Opening Weekend – Pic of the Day

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Had a great Opening Trout weekend on the Upper Manistee River, some great dry fly action on Hendrickson’s and a few Caddis.  Steelhead rods have been put away.  Trout rods are the main focus, and smallmouth and pike rods are really close by.  I love the change of season’s, and look forward to chasing some […]

Small Creek Image – Pic of the Day

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A favorite little place; this hollowed out log acts as a conveyor belt for steelhead returning. In warm rivers, these tiny creeks sustain a good bit of natural reproduction for the system because of their cold temps in the summer. #puremichigan #naturephotography #steelhead A post shared by Kevin Feenstra (@kevinfeenstra) on Apr 14, 2017 at […]

Free Sole or Spike Pack

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Korkers is excited to announce a FREE Sole/Spike Rebate Program for April 2017. Take advantage of this special offer and experience the latest product innovations from Korkers. Online Rebate Form: http://www.korkers.com/rebate If you have plans on of heading to Alaska this year or the next (no felt wading boots are aloud) or just simply need […]

Save the Everglades

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Text WATER to 52886, and tell Florida’s leaders to support SB10 and HB761 and to build the EAA Reservoir, which would restore the flow of fresh, clean water to the River of Grass. It’s #NowOrNeverglades The fragile Everglades ecosystem is at a tipping point and needs the support of the Florida legislature. This ecosystem supports […]

Science and Rivers

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The Secret Life of Rivers from S Solomon Leaping Frog Films on Vimeo. Take a journey through the unusual world that exists beneath a streambed. Called the hyporheic zone, this world of microscopic flora and fauna is vital to the health of rivers around the world. Find out why, and see the slime on streambed […]