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C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

Cold fingers, bad knots, and a fly that probably won’t work. Still better than most plans people make indoors. Sometimes the river just wants you to show up honest and see what happens. #flyfishing

C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

USA vs Canada hockey is the only rivalry where everyone agrees it’s polite, respectful, and friendly… right up until the puck drops... Then it’s pure chaos, questionable hits, and yelling at the TV like it can hear you.

C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

Everyone else is watching the weather for school closings. I'm watching it for ice-out predictions. #flyfishing

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C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

This is the week, I finally organize my fly boxes. Narrator: 'He would not organize his fly boxes.' #flyfishing

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C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

Two hour delay means I'm moving snow and digging the cars out. The fish are probably warmer than I am. #flyfishing #snowday

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C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

Some very cold but great fishing ahead of the incoming storm this weekend. #brrr #icefishing

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C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

Confetti on the floor. DNS in the air. Regal Vise site glow up is LIVE ✨ (launched at midnight) Go give it a rip: regalvise.com #flyfishing #flytying

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C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

My casting technique has been described as 'chaotic,' 'creative,' and 'please stop before you hurt someone.' I prefer 'avant-garde. #FlyFishing #Humor

C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

Tuesday confession: Spent more time watching fly fishing videos yesterday than actually working. Also spent more time watching fly fishing videos than actually catching fish. It's a system. #flyfishing

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C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

This is the weekend I finally figure out what I'm doing. (Narrator: He would not figure out what he was doing.)

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C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

Friday checklist: ✅ Procrastinate at work ✅ Check weather 47 times ✅ Reorganize fly box ✅ Accept that I'll still bring the wrong flies anyway...

C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

One more day until I can disappoint fish in person instead of just disappointing my coworkers via Zoom. #flyfishing

C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 21/09/2025

Day 47 of telling myself I need 'just one more fly.' My wallet has filed a restraining order.

C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 20/09/2025

The fish were biting yesterday. I was at work. This is the way. #flyfishing

C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 20/09/2025

The fish and I have an understanding: they pretend to be interested, I pretend to know what I'm doing. #FlyFishing

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C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

Friday means rigging rods, checking leaders, and dreaming about tomorrow’s drift. Where’s your water calling you this weekend? #FlyFishing #Fishing

C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

My fly box looks less like an organized tackle system and more like a garage sale after a tornado. #SendHelp #FlyFishing

C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

Hiking with friends is just trauma bonding at elevation. You’re either sharing trail mix or swearing at the incline together. #getoutside #hikewithfriends

C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

Fishing teaches patience, but it also teaches perspective. The fish aren’t the only reward; you walk away with a story, a sunrise, and a little more peace than you had before. #WisdomFromNature #FlyFishing

C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

Fly fishing with a friend: half therapy session, half comedy show. By the end, we’ve solved zero problems, caught two fish, and created enough inside jokes to last a lifetime. #FlyFishing

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C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

Just like the river, Mondays keep flowing whether we’re ready or not. Might as well wade in with a smile (and coffee). ☕ #HappyMonday #WisdomFromNature

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C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

They say fly fishing is relaxing. Yeah, right. Yesterday I spent 20 minutes trying to climb up a muddy bank in waders, slipping every step like a cartoon character. By the time I made it up, I looked like I’d wrestled a hog in a swamp. #FlyFishing

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C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 13/09/2025

Casting in the wind is like arguing with a toddler. You’re not winning, you’re just managing chaos. #FlyFishing #FlyFishinParents

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C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

Some days the river gives you trout; Some days it gives you time to breathe. And some days, you give the river to your kids. #flyfishing #FishForMentalHealth #takeakidfishing

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themodernfly @themodernfly.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

The Hornberg Doodle, phase 1. More to come. Inspired by @backalleyfly.bsky.social

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C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

If you could only fish one fly pattern for a year, what’s your pick? (No, you can’t say ‘Woolly Bugger’ 😉) #flyfishing #chooseyourfly

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C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 16/08/2025

Ugh... My desk is cluttered 🤪

C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 16/08/2025

Guide friends! I have some questions for you. If you guide shoot me a message. If you know a guide, tag them here. I want to ask a few questions. #flyfishing #guides #fishing

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C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

Dream gig unlocked! Getting to build a website for a brand I’ve admired for years is one thing. Getting to tie flies with their gear while I do it? That’s a dream come true. Do you think they'll notice if I forget to send back the sample products? 🤔😜 #RegalVise #FlyTying #FlyFishingLife #FlyTyer

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C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 07/07/2025

The boy and I took a nice 6 mile float on the fourth with our chosen family. #SACO #DadLife

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C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 04/07/2025

Of course I don't have my gear with me this morning... #flyfishing

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C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

4th of July weekend: the perfect time to celebrate freedom… by escaping responsibilities and losing flies to trees like a true patriot. 🇺🇸😂 #HolidayWeekend #FlyFishing

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C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 28/06/2025

From 100° and sweating through my waders to 58° and rain soaking my hoodie… Mother Nature really keeps anglers humble. 🌧️☀️ #Fishing #PickASeason

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C.Walter @backalleyfly.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

Tying flies today because it’s too hot to fish… and also because I probably need to restock after generously decorating the riverbank last trip. 😂 #FlyTyingLife #FlyFishing

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This Father's day, my kids came through for me and replaced my favorite mug with my new favorite mug! #mugredemption

A year ago, someone in a black Ram 1500 watched as my favorite blue Jeep mug fell of my roof where I mistakenly set it down before driving away. I heard the banging and knew instantly what I had done. I pulled over and hopped out to grab it and watched the ram swerve to hit my beloved mug. 1 of 2

It’s so hot even the fish are sitting this one out. Guess it’s time for iced coffee and fly tying in the shade.

If untangling my leader counted as cardio, I’d be in phenomenal shape. #FlyFishing #GettinInShape