Right on.
Cheers.

First of all, thanks so much for your dedication to sharing and discussing such an incredible pastime that we have the opportunity to enjoy and cherish. I am an adult-onset fly angler. Starting in my mid 40’s, I’ve dabbled in it for years, but now have the time and location to dive into it deep and have for the last 2 years. I also archery hunt, and through that experience have learned that there’s always a big slice of humble pie waiting just around each corner. I try to apply the same mindset to my new fascination with fly fishing. You nailed it in this article, painted a great picture. I try to take the cotton out of my ears and put it in my mouth as often as possible, so I can soak up as much knowledge from the seasoned anglers any chance I get. Most of them are tried and true knowing the ebbs and flows of this wonderful endeavor.

Thanks again for sharing your passion and knowledge, along with ALL the Trout Bitten crew, fish hard.

Wade

Yes. Dunning_Kruger certainly applies.

Cheers.
Dom

Cheers.
Dom

Right on.

Cheers.

“The more I learn, the more I realize how much I don’t know.”

He was the expert in his field at the time and he new he didn’t know everything. Conversely in my professional career, the guys that told you how they new everything or “they forgot more than you will ever know” were the guys that, as my father would say “don’t know their a$$ from a hole in the ground” and given a chance, they would prove that they didn’t have a clue. I will never do business with these types.

Lou,
I was a school teacher years ago. I am also a guide in PA. So much carries over onto the water lessons. I find myself saying “this helps me” “this has worked for me ” “see if you can” and many more. You said it well.

I often think about this when encountering other fisherman on the stream who are quick to offer advice rather than ask questions. To me an encounter with someone else who is fishing the same water is an opportunity to perhaps gain some insight into what strategies might work under varying conditions. I too share your sense of wonder and try to approach this sport with a humbleness and inquisitiveness that will allow me to improve.