The first time you venture into the wilderness of fly fishing, you are going to notice something strange. The fly rods are much different than other forms of fishing. The most popular and traditional fly rods are made from bamboo. History is a little ...

If you are getting into fly fishing, it is easy to lose yourself in the great debate on rods and flies. Not so fast. The reel is just as important, so here is a primer. The fly fishing reel is a work of art. In fact, the first one was patented in 1874...

Fly fishing is a niche area for the overall sport of fishing. Unlike niches in other sports, it is very unique when compared to the more popular angling. The mere name of fly fishing suggests something very different. No, it doesn’t have anything to...

If there is one tax that drives people nuts, it is the alternative minimum tax. Ironically, it may be the one piece of the tax code that forces a complete re-writing of the tax code. The alternative minimum tax was created in 1969. The goal of the tax...

There are some states that lend themselves to kayaking while others do not. Kayaking in Washington State will quickly lead you to conclude Washington is one of the top states for a paddle. Kayaking in Washington State The West Coast of the United S...

When you think of kayaking, you probably do not think of Indiana. If you are in the state, however, kayaking in Indiana may prove to be surprisingly fun. Kayaking – Indiana Indiana is not the first state in which you might expect to find water ac...

India is the largest democracy in the world because of its population. Until China gives up communism, visiting India is the choice when it comes to seeing democracy in action. No other place in the world generates such passion among travelers. Simply ...

Unless you have been living in a cave, you already know about North and South Korea. Well, why not visit the demilitarized zone between the two countries. The Korean War has to be one of the longest in the history of man. While I don’t know whether ...

Spain is the second most visited country in the world when it comes to tourism. While Madrid and Barcelona are obvious destinations, Valencia is coming on like gang busters. Spain is absolutely a fantastic country to visit. The people are friendly, th...

The more gadgets we have to help us get things done, the more life seems to speed up. To keep your sanity in the whirlwind of life, keep a diary. Maintain Sanity by Keeping a Diary Diaries have often been touted as great things for kids, particular...

In the last 20 years, our understanding and appreciation of the environment and impact we have on it has increased dramatically. Mixed in with a healthy dash of capitalism, this has led to the ecotourism revolution. The Ecotourism Revolution Flash b...

Once you catch the bug, fly fishing will become more than something to do every so once in a while. When this happens, it is time to take your fly fishing to the next level. Taking Fly Fishing To The Next Level The massive appeal of fly fishing has...

When you first start fly fishing, one of the first lessons you will learn is the rules related to light. Simply put, fish stay away from the light. Fly Fishing – Stay Away From The Light! Fly fishing a stream is unique in that there are many fact...

My, how childhood has changed. Whereas most kids grew up spending time outdoors playing sports and such, today it is all about instant gratification. Making Your Kids Slow Down and Think Drive through your neighborhood after the school day has ende...

Let’s face it, memory is a hazy thing. Before you know it, the years have passed and you have forgotten key things in your life. Writing out a year end summary is a way to preserve your life. Writing to Preserve 2006 Perhaps it is just me, but is...