kevin powell
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I believe the site may be filling a gap within this community. I want to thank everyone again for such great support. I would like to make a callout for all the “educators” out there who could help bridge a gap between the youth and us parents. I see a great potential in adding good quality writing and education to the fishy kid site. This could round out the site and make it a great tool for all of us.
Cameron and I started this as a “fun” project that could include our kids and originally were going to run the contest within our blogs. The “site” part of this idea really came out of necessity because the submissions from all the artist were so amazing. “Fishy Kid” and the web aspect were only born within the past month of this idea. The follow up from the fishing community and gear manufacturers has taken it another step further.
There is a hole that needs to be filled and I am reaching out to all of you now for the “EDUCATION” side of this. If we can really hit this side and make it fun and accessible for everyone, this could become a great tool for the entire fly-fishing community.
If you are curious about prizes…. here is a list of companies that I know have donated to the contest.
Sponsors
beattie outdoor productions
bug slinger
burl productions
castaway fly shop
cliff outdoors
df leaders
double r productions mediacant wait to see his work.
We have a couple more things lined up for the future, The education part is starting to come together which will really round out the site. This has been a truly fun project and cannot wait to see what direction it takes us.
Thanks everyone. This site has been fun to build. Now trying to find some good partners for education to continue the idea.
Josh, we cannot wait to see his work posted on the site. I am all about outside the lines.
Cool. We have a bunch of cool stuff to give to the kids. From Rods to trinkets… DVDs… All sorts of swag.
OH… And there is also a place for all the proud “Fishy Kid” parents to place photos of their kids. (which will probably one of the future contest)
I second most of the sites mentioned. Moldy Chum and Cameron’s blog are two of my favorites. http://midcurrent.com/ is one of the best all around sites on the web.
My site sort of hits a different angle – not a whole lot of fishing info but a bunch of great folks that like to fish and talk about all the great times had along side the fishing trips we all take (and art) The site is rolling again with a new and different design after a long period off – still workin on it during any breaks I get. My site looks different but not a whole lot of meat but it will come.
I wish I had a picture when it hit the fly. It scared us to death. It hit close to the boat and we were in a little 10 foot john boat. The picture would look similar to the tarpon on this issue of the Drake. Sort of a what have I gotten into moment.
Mountain Hardwear Sprite is a great tent coming from the Appalachian Through Hikers style of tents. MSR has some tents that are similar.
I mentioned the ones I did because they are all freestanding and easy to pitch. Personally I hate dealing with stakes.
There a a few bottomless tents that are really great tents but You have to stake them out ant personally I do not like the pole in the middle.
What seasons are you talking about using the tent?
If I were moving from a bivy to a tent with a little more space I would look at the REI Tents. The new REI tents are put together right with a bucket bottom construction. I own the REI Half Dome 2 and it weighs right at 5lb and it is the easiest tent style to pitch.
REI Quarter Dome T1 Tent is smaller and lighter but the footprint is not much more than the bivy’s. but it really does hit the specs you are talking about with a total weight of 3 lbs. 4 oz.,
Hey everyone… If you get a chance. I have just designed a book for Hans Rueffert – Eat Like There’s No Tomorrow. (All design was done by yours truly) Hans was on “Next Food Network Star” on the Food Network and is a north Georgia Sudo Celeb on the ETC cable network – He also has shows on Georgia Publlc Television (Hans cooks the South and Hans Cooks the World). The book will go on sell the 22nd of January for $24.95 but I will put a reminder up when it is finally on sell.
Hans’s website is http://www.HansCooks.com and it can be purchased there or contact me and I will figure out how to get you one. The book will also be in Harry’s and Whole Foods and all the little shops in North Georgia. We are working on getting it in Cracker Barrels and Amazon.
I am excited about is a chance for everyone to see a little of my handy work and design, – This is the first project I wanted everyone to see since all my Cingular Wireless Logo (Splat Man), Ads and Billboards (which everyone in and around the old Cingular areas saw but didnt know that was me) and The Zoo Atlanta Billboards. There were more in between but those are 2 that everyone may be able to relate to.
The photography is beautiful and most of it was done by his wife. Macro Food shots, local shots, bugs and garden shots. It is also a good read with some great recipes using TRUE Southern Ingredients. Hans is a Cancer Survivor and the book is as much about living well as it is about cooking. 85 recipes in a 200 page book, So it is as much a coffee table book with great photography and stories as it is a cook book. So give it a look and support a brother out.
-kp
updated recipe from the book.
Smoked Trout Cakes with fresh Horseradish Dill sauce
While eel is probably my favorite variety of smoked fish, trout isn’t too far behind. Buttery smooth and full of flavor, smoked trout trumps crabmeat in this memorable appetizer. The sauce is tangy-hot yet sweet and pairs nicely with the woody, smokiness of the fish. If you can’t find smoked trout, substitute with smoked whitefish or hot-smoked salmon.
For the cakes:
1 whole smoked trout, skin and bones removed
1 whole egg
2 tablespoons mayonnaise (homemade or prepared)
3/4 – 1 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
1 tablespoon relish (I like using Vidalia Onion relish, but pickle relish works fine)
1 tablespoon oil
1 tablespoon butter
For the sauce:1-2 teaspoons fresh grated horseradish root
1 cup crème fraîche or sour cream
2 teaspoons raw sugar
1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely choppedThe flavor of the sauce really develops as it sits, so let’s make it first. Simply combine all of the ingredients and refrigerate. The heat of fresh horseradish can really vary, so add as much or as little as you like until you reach your preferred level of “heat”.
To make the cakes, crumble the smoked trout into a medium bowl, being extra diligent to remove any of the fine pin-bones. Add the relish, egg, and mayonnaise and stir gently to combine. Add enough breadcrumbs to make the mixture hold together. You don’t want it too dry or the cakes will be crumbly. Form small patties with the mixture and set them on a plate sprinkled with a few extra breadcrumbs.
Add the butter and oil to a skillet (I like using cast iron here) over medium-high heat. When the butter has fully melted, sauté the crab cakes until their nice and golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Serve with some crisp greens or sprouts, plus the Horseradish Dill sauce and a sprig of fresh dill to garnish.
Pecan Encrusted Trout with Orange-Mint Relish
The only thing better than a rainbow trout is a [ch8232]rainbow trout covered in pecans!
2 oranges, segmented
2 tablespoon mint, chopped
salt
1/4 cup Spiced Pecans, chopped (see preceding recipe)
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon oil
2 trout filets
pepper
1 cup flour
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup pecan meal or finely chopped pecansMix together the oranges, mint, a pinch of salt, [ch8232]and spiced pecans in a bowl and let sit while [ch8232]preparing the trout.
Place the flour, eggs, and pecan meal in three separate plates. Put the oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Dredge the trout fillets in flour, then egg, and then pecan meal and carefully place the fish, skin side up in the hot pan. Cook the fillets for about 2 minutes per side and remove from the skillet. Top each fillet with the Orange-Mint relish and garnish with some chopped mint and crumbled Spiced Pecans.
Spiced Pecans
Don’t be surprised if these incredibly tasty treats disappear before your very eyes. Crumble them over salads or roasted winter squash, or just eat them as an unforgettable snack.
4 cups pecans, toasted 8-10 minutes
1 tablespoon melted butter
1 tablespoon brown sugar
salt
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 tablespoon pumpkin seed oilAdd all the ingredients to a large bowl and simply toss them together, making sure each nut is well coated. Place on a Silpat parchment paper-lined baking tray and bake for 3 – 5 minutes in a 325° F oven. Pecans burn easily, so make sure to keep an eye on them. More than likely, you’ll have to keep an eye on them after they come out of the oven too…they’ll be [ch8232]gone before you know it.
Corey… I am surprised that more people have not mentioned the Boa Lace. I love it and others should incorporate it.
I also love the bottoms that change out. If I were a guide on a particular river (or system) I would not…
I’m going to hear James and walk the show… but I also get a free Granny lunch out of the deal – She Lives 2 miles away and you Cant beat a fresh Granny Biscuit.
Oh how many times I wish I had just one more day of fishing w/my grandfather.
amen. I wish I knew then what I know now – bet he gave me the start.
We just had a little casting fun out in the cold with this Martin Rig.. and I have to say that I will be ordering one for each of the Golfers in my family for next Christmas – So Mark… expect an order. I am surprised that you do not see these in more places. Someone is missing the ball on marketing these things. They make a 7′ 6″ version as well.
Side note on Christmas Gifts that might not be quite appropriate but tries to get a point across. 11 month old Amelia received her first BB Gun this Christmas and it is Pink. Mama didnt know how to take it.
Cameron, looks like you have the same lack of sleeping habits I have. I was trying to find the fish painting that you did. I really liked it and think people would be impressed.
Dave – I love the bug.
Kids seem to have an inspiration that pulls out the creative nature in all of us. I know that there are some extremely talented folks on this board and within the whole fly fishing community. The ones that i have called out or mentioned are the ones that I have got to know through this site and cannot wait to get the chance to meet. Fly fishing in general tends to attract a more creative set of folks (at least in comparison to the bait slingin beer bongers)
I believe the art shows up through the entire sport. Look at all the artfully created videos and podcast that popping up and the wonderful photographs from so many fly fishers. You look at the sport as a whole and you see the subtle artfully created designs from top to bottom. Each fly we use is artfully created and each stand alone to be their own little work of art. The rods and reels we use are beautifully crafted. Some of the bamboo craftsmanship is so amazing that people are scared to use it for its purpose but we use it and admire it when also admiring the wonders of the natural world around us. Even to the boats fly fisherman tend to use. Simple in design and function, yet elegant and beautiful – A good drift boat or a flats skiff are both simple yet elegant, Especially in comparison to the sparkly boats with the Alabama chrome and high tech gadgets.
