Help Support Lincoln Westby's Recovery

When I met Lincoln Westby of Blue Horizon Lodge ten years ago on the dock of a barrier island in Belize, it was immediately struck with what an absolute legend of a man that he is.  Lincoln was in his mid-70's then and he still wanted to be on the water every day that he could.  That enthusiasm has continued until just recently with a fall at home that put him in the hospital and the news that his guiding days are over.  

For Lincoln, this is a crushing diagnosis and a GoFundMe has been set up to help him through thesee medical bills, recovery, and adjusting to a new reality.  

If you've spent any time with Lincoln, you know what a special man he is.  If you can help with a donation, please consider it.  

Look back at a couple of past T.F.M. posts from my time with Lincoln here...

ON THE FLATS WITH THE PERMIT MASTER
A BELIKIN WITH MR. LINCOLN WESTBY

Lincoln, prayers for your healing and I hope to make it down to see you again soon.

Casting Lessons With George Revel - The Roll Cast

I am not sure what the planned cadence of releasing this series of casting lesson videos with George Revel of Lost Coast Outfitters and Loon Outdoors, but this primer on the roll cast is so good.  

Filmed at the Golden Gate Angling and Casting Club and well worth your ten minutes, even if you think you're already doing it right.



A dozen years ago, George and I spent a morning together at the G.G.A.C.C. and this film is a wonderful memory to reflect on.  Visit the T.F.M. post if you haven't seen it already.

I'll continue sharing these videos as they are released but find more goodness on the Loon Outdoors YouTube channel.

Tom Morgan Rodsmiths is Closing Shop

I heard from someone late last week that this was happening but it was still tough to see Facebook and Instagram posts from Tom Morgan Rodsmiths that they are closing down.  I don't think that they've been open for awhile now, and along with liquidating everything in their Bozeman shop space, Joel Doub is trying to make whole those who had orders in the queue.  

Several years ago, I spent a morning with Joel and had the run of the place for a couple of hours with my camera.  You can visit the photo heavy T.F.M. post and I appreciate Joel being welcome to a visit.  We had a great chat as he worked.  I wish him the best with his health.

For those interested, there is a inventory list of the Shop Sale posted on Instagram.  Reach out to Lindsey Doub with questions or offers by email.

PATAGONIA - Pheasant Tail Simplicity - How to Fish a Flymph

One of my favorite books from last year was Pheasant Tail Simplicity and the trio of Yvon Chouinard, Craig Mathews, and Mauro Mazzo teamed up again for this Patagonia paperback which is full of stories, techniques, and fly tying recipes with step-by-step instructions.

Order your copy of Pheasant Tail Simplicity on the Patagonia website or pick one up at your local book store or fly shop.  

Want to jump ahead and watch other Pheasant Tail Simplicity videos?  You can find them on the Patagonia YouTube channel.  

STEFFEN BROTHERS - Chestnut Blanks Are Almost Gone...Again

If building a Steffen Brothers fiberglass fly rod was on your winter "To Do" list, you might not want to delay too much longer from getting a blank ordered.  The Fiberglass Black Blanks have sold out already but all models of the Fiberglass Chestnut Blanks are still in stock.  

Unless you just love black blank fly rods, there is something special about these reddish brown blanks.  I've long had the opinion that everyone should have a Steffen Brothers 8' 3/4 weight.  The 5/6 models are workhorses and I can't stop thinking about adding a 8' 6/7 weight to my collection soon.

 

Now through the end of the month, use code "BLANKSBACK" for 10% off your entire order on the Steffen Brothers Fly Rods website.  Every little bit helps.  

WILD FLY - Smallmouth in Michigan with Schultz Outfitters

There is a 2,000 mile long winter storm stretched across the states bringing snow and ice this weekend and if you're (like me) already thinking about smallmouth eating surface bugs, here's a three-pack of films from Wild Fly on their trip to Michigan last summer with Schultz Outfitters to warm you up.

Press PLAY one after the other, which should keep you busy for almost two hours...

Check out the Wild Fly website and subscribe to the YouTube channel.

MOONLIT FLY FISHING - Show Season 15% Off Discount

The Fly Fishing Show season has kicked off and if you attend a show, look for Moonlit Fly Fishing.  Cast the Lunar S2-Glass and NIRVANA PhoenixGLASS fly rods, load up on fly tying materials, and more.  They have a huge booth space with a ton to check out.

If you can't make a show, Moonlit Fly Fishing is giving the TFM readership a 15% off code that will work now through April 11, 2026.  Use code "TFMSHOWSPECIAL2026".

Visit the Moonlit Fly Fishing website to check it out and save the 15% off code to use now to April.