The Boat Banter Newsletter

Winter Days on the Yakima River

Winter Days on the Yakima River

During the month of January, I was able to sneak away for a true winter fly-fishing experience on the Yakima River alongside an Ellensburg-based guide service. Winter fishing in Central Washington...

Winter Days on the Yakima River

During the month of January, I was able to sneak away for a true winter fly-fishing experience on the Yakima River alongside an Ellensburg-based guide service. Winter fishing in Central Washington...

Still Waiting on the Queets River: Wild Steelhead, Conservation, and Why Access Matters

Still Waiting on the Queets River: Wild Steelhe...

The Queets River has been closed to wild steelhead fishing for years. With opportunity returning elsewhere on the Washington coast, many anglers hoped this iconic river would reopen. A reflection...

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Still Waiting on the Queets River: Wild Steelhe...

The Queets River has been closed to wild steelhead fishing for years. With opportunity returning elsewhere on the Washington coast, many anglers hoped this iconic river would reopen. A reflection...

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Born on the Water: The Story Behind Brett Brady’s Bare Bones Pro Series Rod

Born on the Water: The Story Behind Brett Brady...

This story was written by outdoor writer Mark Fong, highlighting the collaboration between Prolite Rod Technology and Brett Brady of Bare Bones Guide Service. Last winter I made several trips...

Born on the Water: The Story Behind Brett Brady...

This story was written by outdoor writer Mark Fong, highlighting the collaboration between Prolite Rod Technology and Brett Brady of Bare Bones Guide Service. Last winter I made several trips...

Fall Coho Run: Coastal Conservation Association Trip with CNH Guide Service

Fall Coho Run: Coastal Conservation Association...

Last spring, a buddy and I attended the local Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) banquet, an event that always brings together anglers, conservationists, and outdoor enthusiasts. That night, we decided to...

Fall Coho Run: Coastal Conservation Association...

Last spring, a buddy and I attended the local Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) banquet, an event that always brings together anglers, conservationists, and outdoor enthusiasts. That night, we decided to...

The Chase for Montana Trout with Atlas Outfitting

The Chase for Montana Trout with Atlas Outfitting

Sometimes the best connections come when you least expect them. Earlier this year, Chris and I met Ikaika and Kalama from Atlas Outfitters at the Vancouver Sportsman Show—one of the...

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The Chase for Montana Trout with Atlas Outfitting

Sometimes the best connections come when you least expect them. Earlier this year, Chris and I met Ikaika and Kalama from Atlas Outfitters at the Vancouver Sportsman Show—one of the...

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Chasing Memories in Coastal Washington

Chasing Memories in Coastal Washington

For many, this fall salmon season has been one of the most productive in years—and for some, the excitement isn’t over yet! But as the coho runs start to fade,...

Chasing Memories in Coastal Washington

For many, this fall salmon season has been one of the most productive in years—and for some, the excitement isn’t over yet! But as the coho runs start to fade,...