Stories From Afield
• Fri, Jan 12, 2024
Capt. Tim Disano has fished the waters around Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina for his entire life. Growing up in the lowcountry, his passion for this place and its fish swiftly evolved into a career as a full-time fishing guide. Now, after years spent discovering spots, honing his craft, and leveraging the best gear in the business, Tim spends his days chasing fish with his clients — helping them reconnect to their roots and the outdoors through his life’s passion.
Stories From Afield
• Wed, Dec 13, 2023
Ritual surrounds the consumption of coffee, argues Matt Igoe, pictured below bowing to the great blue yonder. Coffee is the great motivator — the catalyst that cracks the curse of the snooze button and gets journeys underway. It’s gas in the motor, lifeblood — feeding the muscle fibers of your forearms as you pole your skiff into a relentless onshore wind. It’s the dream to see coffee sustain rather than drip dry the rainforests and communities of El Salvador that produce this daily staple of our lives — a dream that, for Matt Igoe, blossomed into Afuera.
Stories From Afield
• Fri, Oct 6, 2023
“I just think outdoor recreation defines who I am.” Dr. Mike Brasher is a conservationist and avid hunter who has spent his life at the intersection of waterfowling and science. Growing up in North Central Mississippi, he developed a deep appreciation for the outdoors and the wild world of waterfowl. Now, as Senior Waterfowl Scientist at Ducks Unlimited, Dr. Brasher helps untangle the complex web of waterfowl and wetlands data to inform environmental policy across North America.
Stories From Afield
• Mon, Sep 25, 2023
Avid outdoorsman and fine artist Derek DeYoung draws inspiration from nature to create vibrant, captivating pieces that celebrate the pursuit of fish and wildlife. This article explores DeYoung’s roots, his profound connection to the natural world, and his ability to bridge his experiences with his creative vision.
Stories From Afield
• Tue, Aug 1, 2023
It’s amazing the degree to which the stories of fish landed and fish lost affect us as human beings. Each time we leave the dock, we unveil the next chapters of our own fishing anthologies — forging memories in company of fellow anglers or in complete solitude. While some of these stories embody life’s most carefree moments, Monte Burke’s Lords of the Fly tells a fisherman’s tale of much higher stakes. Burke’s writing transports the reader to the storied flats of Homosassa, Florida, during an era of fierce competition among world-class fishermen in the hunt for angling history. We sat down with Monte to dive deeper into his life, writing, and research in covering the race to catch record-breaking tarpon on a fly rod.
Stories From Afield
• Wed, Jun 21, 2023
Capt. Alex Tejeda of Bone Collector Kayak Fishing Charters offers an incredibly unique angling experience unparalleled in the South Florida area. Bone Collector Kayak Fishing mainly targets bonefish, but if the client has a preference, Alex can tailor a trip to their desires. Alex uses specialized kayaks to target everything South Florida has to offer. Tarpon, snook, largemouth bass, spinner shark, lemon shark, barracuda, permit and more are available options. The operation is run off state of the art kayaks designed for efficiency and comfort, he will fish anywhere from Biscayne Bay to the Southern Keys, including the everglades. Keep reading to learn more about a truly unique experience on the water with Bone Collector Kayak Fishing.
Stories From Afield
• Tue, Jun 13, 2023
From the early days of his youth to a career as a professional athlete, Ben Sweat has always loved the discoveries and growth afforded to him by time on the water. Over the course of his career playing for professional soccer clubs across the country, Ben has found his own unique outlet through fishing. For him, fishing acts as an important counterbalance to the constant travel, rigorous training, and complete focus required throughout his season. Now — as a defender for Major League Soccer’s New England Revolution with more than 10 years of professional soccer under his belt — Ben has begun to truly appreciate the value of his time on the water. We sat down with Ben to learn more about his journey through the not-so-disparate worlds of fishing and professional soccer.
Stories From Afield
• Mon, Jun 12, 2023
Captain Steve Friedman's journey from a fishing guide to an environmental advocate highlights his deep love for nature, his dedication to protecting Florida's delicate ecosystems, and his desire to represent the interests of the Florida Keys community. Friedman's experiences working directly on the water and witnessing the impact of environmental issues have shaped his political perspective and fueled his campaign for clean water and sustainable fisheries. This article will explore how Captain Steve's passion for fishing led him to become a voice for change in the Florida Keys.
Stories From Afield
• Mon, Apr 24, 2023
It’s no surprise that Captain Ian Slater understands the value of good coaching. Born and raised in Satellite Beach, Florida, Ian grew up fishing for trout, snook, redfish, and baby tarpon in the tidal estuaries of his backyard. However, his focus fell squarely on hockey early in life, and he began pursuing it seriously by the age of 9.
It's easy to see how Martin Gerdin's creations could be mistaken for magic. Since the pandemic began, he has hand-blown dozens of meticulously detailed wild fish recreations from his glassblowing studio in Colorado.
Page 1 of 2
Next →