My kids absolutely hate it when I use this phrase. It’s sorta’ like, “Oh boy, here comes another one of Dad’s (long) stories. One we’ve probably heard several times before.” And that’s why I love to use it! It gets great eye rolls, under breath whispers, but also respect as they feign listening intently as I drone on and on. You know, Dixie and I spent many years raising … [Read more...]
Fisherman’s Dread & The Attack of the Tomatoes
Hi Folks, I've discovered that tomatoes and fishing lures have merged into a common behavioral pattern for me. I've been fishing for many, many years. Best I can tell about 65. After about the first 15 years I developed what I call "fisherman's dread". You probably have it as well and perhaps call it something different, but I guarantee you it's the same thing. And you DO … [Read more...]
IF YOU WANT IT DONE RIGHT By GARY LOOMIS
Another Fishing Story (PLUS A BONUS STORY) from the G. LOOMIS ARCHIVES....................... In looking through the G. Loomis Archives we found the following story written by Gary Loomis (yes, THE Gary Loomis). Gary is truly a legend in the world of fishing, whether panfish, bass, or the largest saltwater big game variety. Gary has now retired, but we think this story and … [Read more...]
NEWS FLASH – January 18, 2009
American Legacy Fishing Company NEWS FLASH - January 18, 2009 Markus Schader is barley able to hold this HUGE 42 lb Grass Carp. WOW! YES, WE HAVE G. LOOMIS IN STOCK....... Hi Friends, What a start! We have been busier in the last 2 weeks than we have ever been. Seems that everybody already has a big dose of Spring Fever and looking forward … [Read more...]