david knapp
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You are probably right Bob, but I would hope that education for some would hit home. I just think some people don’t know any different.
Joel
I think this is the thing with a lot of people. They really just have no clue…a lot of time when I talk to people that I think are crowding me, etc., I find out that they really have no clue what they are doing and are normally glad to have a few pointers as to how to catch some fish. If you can slip in something about ethics while helping then it makes the whole encounter a positive experience.
This topic has been a sore point for me this year. A big problem here in Tennessee is that we have a lot of recreational boat traffic on my favorite tailwater. People who are just out canoeing really have no idea why it is wrong to float over the spot that I am fishing. They do seem to be learning though so I think some fisherman are speaking up. I had more boaters go out of their way to go behind me this year than any other year I can remember…definitely makes my day a bit more enjoyable. I always try to thank people for such a nice gesture…
When someone starts crowding me, my favorite thing to do is just get out and go fish in the spot they vacated. When I start catching fish there, the look on their face is priceless… ;D
Here is a link to the Troutfest page for those interested.
http://troutfest.org/
Joe Humphreys, Lefty Kreh and Bob Clouser are all scheduled to be there so it is worth attending just to see these guys all together. There will be some incredibly talented fly tiers doing demonstrations and lots of other good stuff!You’ll know my vehicle – it’s a solar flare yellow FJ cruiser without a roof rack. I don’t know if you get to fish often on Fridays, but I have Fridays off and can sneak down there a bit easier. Plus its often a bit less crowded.
Tremont is always my first choice. My favorite spots are after the trailhead, but I love fishing that stream.
Heck, I don’t know the difference between warm water and cold water lies, so I’ve got a ton to learn. I’d love to fish with ya, though.
Ah, I saw your vehicle by the road as I was heading over towards Tremont and saw you in the stream.
