Dapper Don: Stalking large browns with a long rod
Inspiration on moving to a more sight-fishing, patience-oriented trout approach.
Fly Fisherman has a great story about a true trout stalker named Don, who, with his 20-foot noodle, daps for trout all through the glory zone in western Montana and Idaho.
Even if you doubt you'll ever try that technique, check the article out if you'd like inspiration on how to move to a more sight-fishing, patience oriented trout approach.
I'm in awe of how he's rebuilt his approach around patience, from gear to the cycle of his day (he often comes to a spot twice a day, to pre-scout in high light and fish in low light).
This is such a great value to apply to any outdoor pursuit, especially the appreciation of large brown trout. Check out this great diagram:
