by Brian Kozminski | Feb 5, 2019 | Environment, Lifestyle, News & Updates, People & Interviews
In the not too distant future, there is the real possibility of anglers who wade in Northern Michigan’s cold waters to have the opportunity to catch a once native Arctic Grayling. Imagine the potential. Rewriting history in our lifetime. This is truly Epic....
by Brian Kozminski | Dec 21, 2018 | Books & Video Reviews, Lifestyle, News & Updates, People & Interviews, Trips & Guides
As the Holiday quickly approaches, remember- -most are caught in the hustle of Christmas concerts and programs, the bustle of work parties, family gatherings, wrapping gifts, finding the ‘Right’ present for that special someone, lack of sleep,...
by Brian Kozminski | Dec 11, 2018 | Art & Photography, Books & Video Reviews, Flies, News & Updates, People & Interviews
A recent project begun by Ray Schmidt of Temple Fork Outfitters Great Lakes Region has received some attention by local fly anglers and tyers across the country. Ray, former owner of Schmidt Outfitters in Wellston, MI and innovator of many Great Lakes patterns such as...
by Brian Kozminski | Oct 20, 2018 | Flies, Gear & Equipment, Lifestyle, News & Updates, Uncategorized
Recent rip to Umpqua Feather Merchants allowed me the opportunity to meet and integrate with other members of the Umpqua Team. The innovation of sling pack and waist pack design went beyond my imagination. The smallest details, from hidden nipper ports...
by Brian Kozminski | Jun 15, 2018 | Angling Reports, Environment, Lifestyle, News & Updates
To say that this past Spring was not your average transition from from Winter to Vernal Equinox might be an understatement. Early April snowmelt and above average temperatures had many of us hopeful for an early bloom, we even raked and were ready to bust out our...
by Brian Kozminski | Mar 6, 2018 | Lifestyle, News & Updates
The time is upon us. Driving to shows, making plans to travel to exotic destinations, tying flies and prepping for a busy guide season across the country. The Midwest Fly Fishing Expo is this weekend and I am honestly as excited as one gets just prior to the trout...