"Capturing the outdoor lifestyle"
Long ago, when I was a young man. My father said to me “Norman you like to write stories” and I said yes I do. Then he said someday, when you are ready, you might tell our family story. Only then will you understand… Continue Reading “Book Review: “A life of letters and rivers””
The industry had struggled to provide a 6 piece travel/backpack rod for many years. They have either been too heavy or the action was about that of an overcooked spaghetti noodle. Most back pack rods were either poor quality or way overpriced for what… Continue Reading “Review: Douglas Upstream 3wt. 7.5 foot, 6 piece travel rod”
The weekend of June 6-8 2025 the Black Prairie area of Mississippi will come alive with the sound of shotgun fire as the 2025 Helice National Championships begin. Prairie Wildlife is once again the host of the nationals that bring 150-200 shooters to West… Continue Reading “2025 Helice National Championship”
The alarm clock never got a chance to go off this morning, not because of the excitement of a day of bird hunting but because my dog Trapper noticed a change in my breathing. Apparently that was all it takes to kick off a… Continue Reading “Mud, Memories, and Bird dogs”
The Best Just Got Better. Field & Stream’s Saltwater Fly Rod of the Year! The Douglas Sky G 8WT has been officially named Field & Stream’s Saltwater Fly Rod of the Year, and for good reason! This rod is a game-changer for inshore anglers,… Continue Reading “Douglas Sky G 8wt”