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#SilentSunday

Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
- resting on the sandy bank of the Ridley Creek

Wineberry

Might be edible, but I am afraid to try
Looks pretty, though

Twin trees
Somewhat inviting

Marsh Creek State Park, PA

I wasn’t thinking much and chose here to meet with friends
Too many people, we were also late, and the parking was full. We couldn’t get into the park
I dropped the family at the entrance and parked a mile and a half away. At least I got some extra steps in

#ThursdayThoughts

Surprising to find a few juvenile Largemouth, about 8 to 9 inches long, in such a small and shallow tributary
They darted into cover when I saw them

Downstream from this pool is just a concrete drainpipe that pours into a lower pool, which then leads to the main stream. They are likely trapped in this small area unless there are deeper spots upstream

#WaterfallWednesday
#WellnessWednesday

Ithan Creek, PA

We waded and walked along the creek just after the rain and left just before it started coming down again — perfect timing

Cooling off in a local creek on a hot and humid summer day

No #FlyFishing, just walking and wading along the creek

Spent the afternoon wandering through Colinton Dells and along the Eater of Leith, very pleasant in the dappled sunlight accompanied by the burbling of the water.

Darby Creek, PA

It’s been extremely hot, my son’s soccer practice was canceled due to the excessive heat yesterday. Last week, we had a storm, and tomorrow’s practice might be canceled as well. When did I fish last time?

#SilentSunday

Darby Creek, PA

No fishing, just quietly walking along the creek
It was hot and humid, the air was thick and still…

#MondayMotivation

Side-to-side tail wagging is said to indicate that a deer feels at ease—but I’m fairly certain this one isn’t comfortable with me being here.

#SilentSunday

Darby Creek, PA

While waiting for my son’s game to begin, I am thinking about setting up camp on that beach island in this creek and spending a peaceful, quiet day there. But I also know that high water would probably wash everything away…

Darby Creek, PA

I had two hours before sunset to wrap up my busy Saturday with some fly fishing. It doesn’t completely clear my mind, but I think it’s what keeps me going

#FlyFishingFriday
#FishingFriday

Chester Creek, PA

Pretty hot today, not sure I feel like fishing. But I didn’t get out enough this week, and the weekend will be packed with my son’s soccer tournament. I think I should try to fish after work… although I still have a lot to get done today

Darby Creek, PA

Summer soccer season has started for my son
The practice field isn’t just fairly close to home (still about 20 minutes), it’s also right near some nice fishing spots
Weekday fly fishing opportunity

#MondayMotivation

Walking down the trail along the creek, I keep heading downstream in search of a starting point to fish upstream. Each spot looks better than the last, but at some point, I need to compromise and begin… I need to go back to the soccer field to pick up my son

Chester Creek, PA

Yesterday, I had planned to go fly fishing while my daughter was at a graduation party, but she got a ride. Instead, after some lab work, I went to my son’s soccer game. He had another game today, followed by his team banquet, so no fishing, it’s postponed to tomorrow

#FlyFishingFriday
#FishingFriday

Darby Creek, PA

Cast towards the foams and bubbles…they bring food