Feelin' the Steel

Outstanding day yesterday fly fishing for steelhead on the Big Manistee with friend and colleague Jim, and Jon Ray from Hawkins Fly Fishing (http://www.hawkinsflyfishing.com/).




A little cold, but not so bad. Beautiful time with leaves just past peak color and sunshing. Decent action on the river, especially in the morning.



Jim hooked and landed the first, so he won that honor. Lots of juveniles, but they're still a great fight. I learned a lot more about the relationship between steelhead and spawning salmon, how to find them, and what to do when you find them. If you want to learn, fishing with an outstanding guide like Jon is a really great way to do it. Plus, he's a good guy who makes the day even more fun.

Thanks again to Jim and Jon for a great Fall day! And, if this sounds like a plug for Jonny Ray -- it IS! Check him out!!!

Tight lines!

-Sean-