Hookswain

The One That Got Away

Jose Wejebe’s TV show, 'The Spanish Fly,' brought charm and character to sport fishing. His death left a hole below the waterline in everyone who knew…

Apr 28 •

Magicians, Tricksters, and Gods

Fly fishing is an illusion, but there’s no false bottom, no hidden latch—only the angler, the fish, and the lie they both believe.

Feb 27 •

Why Fly Fishing Needs a Bold Rebrand

In a world driven by instant results and diminishing attention spans, fly fishing faces a growing identity crisis.

Dec 22, 2024 •

You Wouldn't Understand Me If I Told You

Some things about fly fishing can't be explained; they can only be felt. Dive into a world of solitude, grit, and quiet revelations in 'You Wouldn't…

Aug 17, 2024 •

Fever Dreams, Hallucinations, and the Curses of Fly Fishing.

Aug 8, 2024 •

From weathered jackets to relics of rugged utility, 'Army Surplus' dives into the allure of gear with history, and the unlikely connection between fly…

May 14, 2024 •

My Life as a Stocked Trout

From Manhattan rooftop casting practice to the quiet waters of Vermont, 'My Life as a Stocked Trout' is a journey through the contrasts of city and…

Jan 28, 2024 •

White Noise Machine

Stranded, waist-deep in a river, with the roar of the water as his only company. 'White Noise Machine', wades into the raw solitude and surreal…

Nov 5, 2023 •

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