"William Claspy" wrote in message
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Might even bring along one of my own. Starting to get the bamboo jones.
Would an old Granger be a good place to get my feet, so to speak, wet?


An old granger would be fine as a start, provided you like the action. Don't
get a bamboo just to get a bamboo.

Which reminds me, can you make a rod? A few years back I bought a bunch of
rod building stuff from a friend who was trying to go into competition
shooting, in the stuff was what was described as a south bend 4wt cane
blank. I've never gotten around to learning the craft and I'll make you (and
you alone) a deal on the blank if you're interested.

Here come da judge! Yep, those should certainly make the trip. Perhaps I
can liberate a few of the vintage gems as well.

If you've not done so, read Laughing Whitefish. It's not about fishing but
an enjoyable read.

Speaking of, it's about that time of year when I read the chapter about
opening day trips. Note to self.

Between now and the last weekend in April (Michigan opener) I will re-read
Anatomy of a Fisherman. no particular reason other than it must be done.