2017 End Of Season & Early 2018 Fly Tying Photo Blog

2017 has come and gone and it's now the middle of May 2018 and I can't wait to see what adventures are awaiting this summer!

The following picture blog spans last eight months of hibernation, hope you enjoy!



Wabamun Lake - August Evening Fishing

Walleye & Pike Popper's

Jr. Walleye On The Fly

The Walleye Sure Do Love Green Fly's!

Final Sunset Of 2017 At Buck Lake

Final Sunrise Of 2017 At Buck Lake

#socialmediageorge In The Flesh!

2017's Final Fly Selection

The Eagle's Tree - Can You Spot The Bald Eagle?

New Pontoon Boat, Can't Wait To Try This In The Fall Of 2018

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