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Midwest Expo meets TNT & Adipose Boatworks

by Brian Kozminski | Apr 22, 2014 | Gear & Equipment, Lifestyle, News & Updates, Uncategorized

I wanted to be the first. I had such great intent, all the people all the feedback, so much talent. Then I read one, and another, and finally, after about a half dozen or so of other great posts regarding who met ‘who’ and how ‘Blitzed &...

Finish Line~

by Brian Kozminski | Mar 21, 2014 | Books & Video Reviews, News & Updates, People & Interviews, Uncategorized

I awoke this morning, earlier than usual. Recent epidermal injection for C-5 bulging disc I suppose, ready for another weekend of colder than usual temps for steelhead scouting. I did my usual routine, putting away dishes and preparing lunches for the day, apparently...

Celebration of Tying

by Brian Kozminski | Feb 25, 2014 | Flies, Lifestyle, People & Interviews, Uncategorized

I left the house loaded with a fresh thermos of coffee and a couple of Nutty Bars under the cautious eye of my wife at 5:15 Friday evening. “You would not be going if you were my child, you know that. Be Careful. Call me when you get there.”...

SHNOW SEASON

by Brian Kozminski | Jan 28, 2014 | Environment, Gear & Equipment, Lifestyle, News & Updates, Uncategorized

Well, it is upon us. It’s snow season. Or is it SHOW Season? It’s SHNOW SEASON. As soon as I begin to formulate a few words, I can hear baby Camille cry for me on the monitor. It has been a busy past couple months. With the move to a new house, the...

Cedar Trimming Party

by Brian Kozminski | Jan 16, 2014 | Art & Photography, Environment, News & Updates, People & Interviews, Uncategorized

I’m a Lumber Jack and I’m OK. I work all night and sleep all day… Well, not really. Last Sunday was a gorgeous January day, 38 degrees and partly sunny, perfect day for a float. The previous day was bumping the mercury to 40 and rain on Friday night....

Korkers ICEJACK BOA review: Snowmageddon 2.0

by Brian Kozminski | Jan 6, 2014 | Gear & Equipment, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

Recently, I was contacted to see if I would like to run a pair of winter boots through their paces. The company in question is KORKERS. Well known for wading boots and waders, but recently dipping into the winter boot line. I chose the IceJack Snow Boot from Korkers...
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