Tish and I find time to get to the mountains near Aspen. I like the Aspen area because of some terrific fishing there on some “gold medal” streams like the Frying Pan and did have one special day this Fall when I got one big rainbow and some smaller rainbows and browns. But nothing compares to those Kamloops at Caverhill. Though I prefer stream fishing, the fifteen lakes at Caverhill are nothing short of spectacular if you just like to catch lots of fish. My arms were sore for weeks afterwards after all the tossing the fly and reeling in the fish.

As far as reading material there is nothing like the books written by John Gierach who is a local fly fisherman and fly tier. “Standing in a River Waving a Stick” and “Sex, Life, and Flyfishing” is another one. There are several more. He weaves a story with some of his great fishing experiences and keeps you entertained. He actually lives in Lyons, Colorado just up the road from us and enjoys the life of the fisherman. Lots of great stories. I’ll try to remember to bring a couple with me on our next trip to Caverhill.

Steve and I are talking about coming together this summer without the spouses, so we’ll be back to you soon.