Saturday, July 23, 2011

The Double Guide Experience

So yesterday I got the opportunity to hop in the back of Willow's boat with a great guy, Todd. After a few cups of coffee and the usual debate over where we should go and how we should fish, we were off for a marathon float. The day started with an exhilarating dive into the Big Hole River chasing my camera that floated out of the back of Joe's boat; apparently it takes more than 2 fishing guides to launch a boat. With a safe capture of the camera, protected by a bomber Pelican case, we pulled away and began pounding the water with less than optimal results. Of course, if you put 2 guides and a dude that can get'r done in the boat together, some meat is probably being tied to the end of the string. We turned a dozen or so on dries and big streamers, but after an hour of watching fish chase and failing to land said fish we reluctantly picked up the bobber rods. A slow start ensued, but thanks to Joe's astute guiding prowess and flawless fishing tactics it quickly picked up after stuffing our beaks with a fair amount of groceries. The remainder of the day was filled with good fishing and even better camaraderie. A short hail storm slowed us down for a minute, but we regrouped, licked our wounds, and commenced to slaying. All in all a great day to be on the water. Thanks to Joe and Todd for a boat load of laughs.

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