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The Trout Underground is a premier source for information about the fly fishing industry. it features articles about fly fishing and fly fishing destinations.
Tags: fishing, fly fishing, nature, outdoors
Author: Tom C.

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The Underground's Short Casts for 2009-12-09

Dec 9, 2009
"Weather Nerd" Ian Rutter called to say California's drought may be breaking (long term forecast). Crossing my fingers, hoping he's right. # Powered by Twitter Tools

Something's Freezing Over, and I'm Hoping It's Only My Fingers (or, Why I Don't Fly Fish In The Single Digits)

Dec 8, 2009
The thermometer outside World Headquarters/Man Cave read 3 degrees this morning (the thermometer inside the Man Cave read 37 degrees, which suggests I’ll soon be increasing my carbon footprint). Those are the kind of temperatures that put the kibosh...

The Underground's Short Casts for 2009-12-04

Dec 4, 2009
Hunter poaches buck, newspaper photo gets him busted (duh!) http://bit.ly/4Wqyvs # Stunning nature photography: 100 days in Glacier National Park http://bit.ly/4XOuVJ # A rare gear tip – it's time to clean your fly lines (at least it is over here)...

Fanny Krieger (of Mel & Fannie Fame) Launches DVD Aimed at Kid Fly Fishers

Dec 3, 2009
In what may be the only non-Tiger Woods related article on the Internet, the Underground can’t help but notice that kids are fly fishing’s hottest properties right now. That may be because the Underground’s suddenly very familiar with the needs of...

The Underground's Short Casts for 2009-12-03

Dec 3, 2009
From The Early Morning Surprises Department: "Hoosegow" was in my spell checker. # Powered by Twitter Tools



John S.
9.6
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  A truly magnificent blog on fresh water fishing, engaging content and beautiful images.
Posted 7/15/09 12:07 PM


Gregory H.
10.0
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  This guy makes me want to hit the water (with a fly rod that is). His articles are honest, funny, and articulate. Hell, I'd love to have the imagination he exhibits in this blog. Tom isn't the only good writer on the net, but damn, it's refreshing to know that functioning brain cells do exist - even if he jokingly says less than this of himself. Really, I'm fishing again. I realized that I don't really need a good reason to treat myself to the Almighty's grand streams and rivers. The Underground is indeed worth the subscription to it's posts on Twitter. Thanks Tom. Gregory V. Horwitz South Windsor, CT (actually a ex-patrioted Hoosier)
Posted 6/6/09 3:06 AM


Timo M.
9.9
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  Makes me want to fish every time I read it. Not just "fly fishing porn," Tom makes sure to post what is relevant, like threats to our waters, threats to the fish, industry hype, and most importantly the experience of being on the water. The blog isn't about selling anything, or giving reports. It's about that deep itch we have to be out there on the water without being crowded by other fisherman's egos, gear lust paranoia, or wilderness destroying corporate encroachment. Its all well written, in good humor, and has relevance to more than just fishing, what more could you want.
Posted 7/30/08 4:07 PM


Bruno G.
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  Tom Chandler entertains the expert and novice fly fisherman alike. Light hearted articles about slaw dogs to intense conservation efforts, there is something for everyone here.
Posted 4/8/08 12:04 PM


Ian R.
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  Trout Underground is a superb combination of irreverent obserbations on fly fishing and serious conservation oriented content. While the majority of focus on the waters of Northern California there is still plenty of attention given to the Rocky Mountains, Southeastern US, and even Europe.
Posted 4/3/08 4:04 PM


keith b.
9.5
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  Lighthearted prose about fly fishing and the perils of living near good trout fishing. Elements of satire, conservation, and life in the woods. Enjoyable reading for fishermen and non fishermen alike.
Posted 3/31/08 4:03 PM


quinn g.
9.5
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  It's good stuff.
Posted 3/29/08 4:03 PM