When one is a beginner fly angler, the choice of a fly to place on the end of the line is a constant challenge. For those experienced in the art form, the choice of fly can be broken down into two steps: match the size of the bug and then match the color of the bug. In fly fishing, size does…
Today, Jan. 17, is one of the two free fishing days in New Hampshire. It is an opportunity for those who wonder what angling is all about to try the sport without having to purchase a fishing license. This is available to all anglers, including both residents and non-residents, and the free …
Long, cold days and nights have allowed waterbodies to freeze over, providing safe ice fishing conditions. Many area waterbodies have six inches or more of fishable ice. Ice fishing derbies look like they are happening as planned. Ice fishing derbies are run for the benefit of some hard-work…
A few musings and observations as we get ready for another trip around the sun.
2026 is right around the corner. With the hustle and bustle of the holiday season winding down and the fly-tying season ramping up, it is always enjoyable to pour two fingers of brown liquid and look at what was and what we hope will be.
Troutman entered the fly shop where it all began for him and the Old Timer. There was no better place to get intel and purchase the flies necessary for a successful outing than the Dick Surette Fly Fishing Shop. Back in the day, Dick and the Old Timer would talk shop, both being school princ…
If there is one given in the world of angling for fish, any fish, it is that big fish eat little fish. Bait anglers use minnows and smelt as bait to catch the larger prey fish in a waterbody.
Driving to the shop on Friday morning, the Jeep thermometer showed minus 4 degrees. This brought a smile and a little extra hustle to get to the shop and to finish putting out the ice fishing gear that had arrived on Thursday. The recent weather means that the hardwater anglers will be mobilizing.
CONCORD — Do you know an individual or an organization that has made a difference to New Hampshire’s wildlife, fisheries, or open land? If so, honor them with a nomination for a New Hampshire Fish and Game Commission Award of Excellence.
Are you making a holiday shopping list for the anglers in your family? In the process of checking it twice? Still wondering if you have that “wow” gift? Fortunately, there are options for this year’s anglers and there are some bargains to be found that will not only make your gift recipient …
My fellow outdoor writer, George Liset, opined in his latest article about how his favorite fishing spot was the lead article in a nationwide fly fishing magazine. The story focused on Pittsburg and the excellent fly fishing that is and has been a draw since this angler caught his first broo…
Looking at the Windy App on Saturday night, the wind looked to be fishable for the following morning. Coming out of the northeast at five miles per hour starting at 7 p.m. and dropping to three miles per hour at 9 p.m., canoeing out to the drop-off and being able to fish was doable.
As the Jeep climbed through the notch, small flakes of crystalline water vapor appeared in the headlights. It had been many Novembers since Troutman had seen snow this early. Heading north to camp to meet the Old Timer, Troutman’s pace wanted to quicken, but the roads would only become slick…
November marks a change of season for the fly angler. While there are still open water opportunities, the changing of the clocks and the chilling of the local waters shifts the focus from angling to preparation for next spring.
It is said that life is a journey. Different challenges. Highs and lows. Stresses and relief. All a part of our time circling the sun. A part of the journey is the people we meet. They contribute to all the factors that shape our character.
When Fish and Game announced that the number of fish to be stocked in state waters was going to be cut by 40 percent for the 2025 fishing season, everybody held their breath. Of all the good things that can be said about Fish and Game, transparency is not one.