This is a first. My usual cup of coffee is "Nantucket" blend by Green Mountain, but we had a coupon and the item was on sale so a box of "Eight o Clock" Colombian Blend was purchased. After trying several cups I found it to be quite good. The real test came this morning. I needed to see if it could get the job done, the job of bringing some life to this incoherent being. Well this is my second cup and it has worked fine. Perhaps I can continue this post now.
The William Joseph AMP pack. This is an item I picked up on sale. Its small size and light weight make it perfect for those nasty hikes into those thin blue lines. Its a chest pack, but I carry it as a sling pack. It has ample storage for all the necessities. I've only used this pack twice in actual combat but will test it much more often as the season progresses.
Anyone who follows this blog knows my fondness for the Ausable Bomber. I'll fish this fly at any time, place, weather condition, or season of the year. And while fishing this fly since January first of this year I have not brought a fish to hand yet. The fly did however bring several fish to the surface, something it does well. Yesterday it achieved success. My first fish to hand on the Bomber.
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| A handsome wild brown, on the "Bomber" |
This is a first. I took some red and green peppers and onions, I seasoned them well and fried them 'til tender. I then took some venison, sliced it very thin then cut it into strips, seasoned and fried quickly. Placed the mixture into a soft taco and enjoyed.
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I can see into the future, venison tacos New Years Day 2014. :)
ReplyDeleteApache Trout,
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That's a wonderful suggestion.
Wow -- that venison fajita looks like breakfast from here.
ReplyDeletevoyageur pursuits,
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I guess it wouldn't be a bad breakfast.
Hi Alan!
ReplyDeleteYes, coffee and fly fishing kind of go together. I have a coffee pot that has been with me for like 30 years in which I used to make coffee when arriving at my destiny for exploration and fly fishing. Now I mostly travel light with the rod and some fly boxes. But coffee made at the site for fishing is something special. Sipping the hot coffee and looking for some activity that gives a promise of some trout action. The taco looks delicious too! Thanks for sharing!
The Jassid Man,
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I'll bet if it could talk that pot could tell some stories.
Stopping to enjoy a cup of coffee while fishing is indeed pleasurable.
Nice to see fish are starting to look up and the dry fly game is on again! My favorite is a bomber with a bead head pheasant tail trailed off the back. Best of both worlds!
ReplyDeleteMark,
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It's looking that way more and more each day.
i'd be lost w/o my morning coffee!
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Me too. No function with out it.
Ok, I am "big" into morning coffee, so that is always a hit with me! Food looks great, too. However, sometimes onions don't treat me well. Anyhow, let me be the first to jump on board here with the William Joseph "Amp" bag. They are impressive for those folks who like to carry just the "Stuff" you need. I like "Stuff".
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Mel there are certain times onions raise hell with me, but I take the punishment.
I agree "Stuff" is good.
Alan
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to get on the tailrace with the Bombers you tied for me. I had success with those last year, in fact my profile pic shows the Bomber in the mouth of one of the rainbows I landed last year. Beautiful brown with the red dots, and of course the health friendly meal--thanks for sharing
Bill Trussell,
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It's been awhile for you. Soon buddy they'll be rising.
8oclock colombian is my first choice in coffee
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I remember as a kid my mom always bought 8'oclock coffee at the A&P.
Good scenes, good fishing, good food and drink. Life is good....:)
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It sure is, and I'm fortunate to be a part of it.