VIDEO: Fishy Water — Summer to Fall

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Find feeding fish. Look for fishy water. These are the keys to putting trout in the net. But as the seasons change, so do the habits of trout. This film focuses on the shift between summer to fall.

Every year — really every season — we see a drop in angler interest and time spent on the water. And I’m seeing it again, right now. Because as we move into fall, things are changing quickly, and what worked to fool trout all summer long just isn’t as productive any longer.

Consistency on the water, day to day, requires an awareness of the shifts that take place, season to season.

Meeting trout in these times of transition takes some forethought and willingness to adapt.

My friend, Josh Darling (Wilds Media), joins me on a trip through the watershed. At the end, I convince Josh to put down the camera and do a little fishing.

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Domenick Swentosky

Central Pennsylvania

Hi. I’m a father of two young boys, a husband, author, fly fishing guide and a musician. I fish for wild brown trout in the cool limestone waters of Central Pennsylvania year round. This is my home, and I love it. Friends. Family. And the river.

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4 Comments

  1. Alex Argyros on September 20, 2024 at 10:02 am

    Love this. I wouldn’t think that a fishing video in which there is no (nearly) fishing would be as much fun to watch, and as educational, as one where one fish is caught after another, but I’d be wrong. Great work, guys.

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    • Domenick Swentosky on September 20, 2024 at 10:42 am

      Thanks, man. We just want to keep trying different things. Fun process. As always, I really appreciate your support.

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  2. Linus on October 8, 2024 at 10:08 pm

    Top notch production as always guys. Absolutely love to cinematography Josh, the shots of Dom’s truck were pretty epic. When great tips and great video come together it’s always super cool to see. Thanks so much Dom and Josh for another beautiful production.

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    • Domenick Swentosky on October 8, 2024 at 10:27 pm

      Hi Linus. Thanks, man. Very cool. Nice that you recognize what Josh brings to the table. Thanks again.

      Dom

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