Tenkara fishing originated in Japan over 200 years ago, the first reference to tenkara fly-fishing was in 1878. Tenkara fly-fishing originated with professional fishermen in the mountain streams of Japan who found it an effective method of harvesting the local fish.

Originally the rod was simply a bamboo/cane rod, which was cut and treated, but unlike contemporary western bamboo rods, they were not "manufactured" (i.e. split and glued back together). Unlike in the western fly-fishing tradition where anglers used heavy wooden rods, in Japan anglers always used bamboo, which is readily available and very light. Because of its light weight, Japanese anglers were able to use very long bamboo rods and reach as far as needed without the need to develop reels for the short rods developed in the west

Here is a nice video about Tenkara from Tenkara USA

I, like most fisherman, prefer to be on the water rather than the computer. There is however always a day when you want to go but can't :( during those times why not sit back and enjoy some virtual casting. Pishtech is a software company that makes cool fishing games one of which is Real World Flyfishing.

So if you can't get your fix outdoors go to http://pishtech.com/ and download Real World Flyfishing, it's as close to the real thing on a PC


Enjoy and tight lines ;)

The LifeStraw® portable water filter can be used almost anywhere in the great outdoors including fishing, hiking, camping, hunting, safari, road trips, emergency preparedness, or travel in the developing world.

Some of the Lifestraw's features include:

• Filters at least 1,000 liters of water
Removes up to:
• 99.99999 percent of waterborne bacteria
• 99.9 percent of waterborne protozoan cysts
• Reduces turbidity by filtering particles of approximately 0.2 microns
• Contains no chemicals

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Labrador is well known for Brook Trout

and if I had a chance to go I would certainly take it. There are many great Rivers and Streams to fish, so your best bet is to get in contact with a local guide for more information on the best options for you.

The Eagle River Trout Lodge is one of many highly recommended lodges:

http://flyfishinglabrador.com/

Here's a video to get you in the mood

The GoPro has been around for a little while now, so most people are familiar with the product, but do we realize the beauty of this wonderful camera ? Before the GoPro was available any fisherman who wished to capture their trophy catch would have to either settle for a still shot or risk dropping a very expensive video camera in the water. GoPro has changed the game with this 100% waterproof, HD, rugged and compact video camera that can be worn on your head or fixed to a helmet or even your car with ease, they even have a special harness that is designed for fisherman ;)

The best part about this little beauty is that it can even take underwater video, now that puts a whole new perspective on things, right ? The name says it all, with the GoPro, you Go Pro ! Here is a little example of how great this product is, because where this footage is taken you need all your hands free, enjoy and please share your feedback with us.

If you've ever gone Wading in strong waters, you quickly realize that the best safety equipment to bring is a friend. The number of times that I have been saved from a tight spot or saved another by reaching out and grabbing on is proof. Despite staffs, waders, belts and boots, nothing beats a helping hand. Even though most of us are aware of these dangers we don't always stay close together, we wander off, focused on our prize and should any problem arise, no one will hear you ! FHF solution...Walkie Talkies. With these little hand-held radios you can stay in touch with your friends for fun and safety.

Most are good up to 26 km last 8hrs before needing to be charged and are quite compact. The average cost is $50, waterproof models may run up to $150

Here is our FHF favorite

Uniden GMRS 3689-2CK Two-Way Radios, 57km

• TRU Waterproof two-way radios are submersible up to 3 feet for at least 30 minutes
• Radios float if “accidentally” dropped in water!
• Rugged and dust proof
• 36 miles/57 kilometers range
• 22 channels
• 142 privacy codes
• 143 group codes
• Direct call with name display
• 5 call tones
• Roger beep
• Headset jack
• Includes 2 radios, rechargeable NiMH battery packs, dual charging cradle with AC adapter and belt clips

This is one of our favorite topwater Pike flies