Reflections of '14 and Forward to '15

I have not had too many recent outings late in the game of 2014.  Once in November and once in December, and, other than sight fishing to a picky trout just a couple of days ago who nosed up at a few different offerings, I have a skunking to show for both trips to the stream.  Be that as it may, my boots were in the water and that, to me, is medicine enough.  This is, of course, a time for reflection for so many of us and a bit of solitude certainly helps that along for me.  I've had a pretty darn good year, fishing and otherwise, and I look to the new year to continue to grow; as a fisherman, writer, husband, father, friend, etc. etc.

So, here's a visual look back at what was.  With it, I thank you for stopping by, as always.  Wishing you a happy new year full of tight lines and bent rods, with friends and family by your side.

(Photo courtesy of Mike Batiste)

(Photo courtesy of Mike Batiste)

(Photo courtesy of Nick Boehme)

(Photo courtesy of Mike Batiste)

(Photo courtesy of Mike Batiste)

(Photo courtesy of Mike Batiste)

(Photo courtesy of Nick Boehme)

(Photo courtesy of Mike Batiste)

(Photo courtesy of Nick Boehme)

(Photo courtesy of Mike Batiste)

(Photo courtesy of Mike Batiste)

Cheers to all and Happy New Year!

Fracking Banned in New York State!

Governor Andrew Cuomo banned fracking today in New York.  This, in itself, is worth a sleigh full of holiday cheer.  I'll leave this one to the pros.  You can read about it here:

NYS Bans Fracking and the Wild Rainbows of the Delaware River Jump for Joy

Ok...so I had a little fun with the title.

Happy Holidays to you and yours!!