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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

I can’t complain, my friend. This time of year up here can be downright magical.

Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Figure we’d better find those trout when they’re up for being found. #flyfishing #fishing #idaho #photgraphy #rivers #dogs

Taking the old Jeepster on the hunt for more fall brown trout.

Wallace is either drying off or getting ready to go for another swim.

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

I very much appreciate the repost, @bobbradley.bsky.social! Thank you, sir.

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

The best. He’s officially got the bug! This is his first brown ever and she was a beaut. Couldn’t be more stoked for him. And since he picked up that raft this week, he’s prioritizing his river time. You need to get out there with us!

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Oh, and also really nice to not need a trailer and be light enough to easily tug it up a riverbank. 😂

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Spent the past two days in Class 3 rapids and slack water (and everything in between) with two guys and gear. I have a Slipstream 142, as well, and this little one is much more responsive and it rides high on skinny water. Oarsman’s seat is further back than I’m used to. But a perfect alternative.

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Added a new tool to the mix (a 9’6” NRS mini) and got into some browns on a gorgeous October Saturday. #flyfishing #trout #priestriver #Idaho #raft

Travis with a beautiful October brown on a streamer.

The new mini and your correspondent working a perfect cutthroat seam in the background. Fly fishing.

Working my way across a deceptively pushy stretch of water.

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Love it! Still making sourdough? And that’s a good fish right there. Well done. I’ll likely do a day or two with Crandall next week.

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Thanks so much! She’s a special one to us and gets out nearly every day in the summer months, weather permitting.

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

It’s hard to believe that the summer boating season has come to an end up in our neck of the woods. This old gal, 80 years young, will find a fresh exterior come spring. #woodboat #chriscraft #lakelife #Idaho #flyfish

The old Paiute and I making our way down lake as the summer season come to a close.

On the trailer and ready for a long winter slumber.

My favorite spot for morning coffee after a night moored off the islands.

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Ah, yes! That simple little soup is a taste of autumn. Thank you for the nod, Jason. And forgive me if I’m I’m mistaken, but I believe I may have spotted a shout out to you in a somewhat recent Water Time newsletter? #flyfishing #autumn #mushroom #soup

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Alleged describes this entire administration.

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Summer *may* have FINALLY arrived. Jury is still out.

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

A little bit of both. You up here this weekend?

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

It really couldn’t be much better. 🥰

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

In stealing a couple of hours up the lake before a busy holiday weekend, it’s a delight to quietly shake hands with a few locals. #Idaho #flyfishing #trout #cutthroat

Fly fishing for cutthroat on Idaho’s Priest Lake. This is a typical fish on streamers or small dries.

Losing that bubblegum color but always stunning. Another eager Idaho cutthroat in the net for a couple of seconds before being released.

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

Stay safe but have fun! The salt is amazing with a fly rod.

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Realized that I never commented on this, @onecoolplanet.bsky.social. Didn’t mean to be rude. Was out of the country. Anyhoo. These are some of my pals over at NWFFO (and you might also recognize the feller on the right, Zach Carothers, who was with the band, Portugal The Man.)

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

😉 We’re mighty lucky to be able to see these wild places in this way.

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Thank you, Marv! She is a beauty, the upper section of that river. Regarding floats for the C 172, the retrofit never really made financial sense. But we do have access to a very cool float plane, which we do use during the summer and fall months.

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Looks like the weather is going to be outstanding for your time up here. Always nice to put a face to the name. Especially Bluesky folks. Gimme’ a shout if you want to meet up. No problem if not. Either way, enjoy!

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Due to the low snowpack, and quickly warming temps (with a slight reprieve this week), our season’s fly fishing on the Priest River will likely come to a close next week or so. Thank goodness for the cooler systems that surround us.

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Got some flying in this week that included some scouting. And some #flyfishing. This place never disappoints this time of year. #idaho #cutthroat #floatplane #fishing #trout

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

😂 I like those Jerrys. Would slay in Oregon.

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

What is peculiar here is that we get about 30% more takes in purple than any other dry fly. Below the surface? Not at all. It’s all green, red and black. Of course on the Caddis hatch, tan, pale orange, and some yellow.

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

“The worst” is probably the most apt description I have for that ghoul. 😉

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

I enjoy glass, as well. I feel like I reach for it in tiny streams most often, but that deep bend is a joy. Reminds me of the very first fly rod I could call my own.

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

Ha! The PED can save a late session. Love that bug and its imitation.

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

My go-to Oregon list is a tad different. Stimulators in various sizes and offshoots (like Norm Woods) and gold or orange generally rule that box.

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

Absolutely. Those guys have helped me catch a lot of fish over the years. 😉

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

Great question! Up here, in northern Idaho, the cutts love purple and flashes of red. So for me, here, it’s: Purple (and Royal) Chubby Chernobyl Purple Haze X Caddis (with a little orange hotspot) (Plus any Stimulator)

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

And to be clear, I have no issue with PE’s existence in business. They’ve clearly cracked the code under the auspice of “investment”. As a consumer, I’m just not a fan of what squeezing every ounce of joy for profit does for my experience with the brand. But I ALWAYS appreciate your hard takes. 💯

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

But to answer your question directly, Round Ball, I have NOT read that. But it’s now on my list. Thank you!

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

No question about rod production being a losing financial proposition. Passion (and leading innovation) has a funny way of doing that in most instances.

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

Sorry. And I got it after the fact. Even numbered, the order of replies was a tad askew on my thread. My bad.

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

You’re not wrong, CJ. PE has an interest in building brand value at the greatest margin on behalf of their shareholders. Profit per sale is a tactic but not the strategy. Consider loss leaders. Nah, PE today is largely about positioning for future sale or parting out divisions for the same purpose.

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

Unless, of course, the differing comes down to “the last great taper”. Which I believe is a matter of personal feel, and therefore, personal opinion. Which, of course, I welcome!

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

Not entirely certain what you’re differing with here, CJ. I 100% agree with small market, small margin, challenging ROI. But I do strongly disagree with PE pumping in quality to boost return. That may have been the case at one time but it’s purely a margin game. That said, this purchase is not that.

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

I’m right there with you, my friend. We’ll see!

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Trapper Creek @hillerns.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

Entirely fair! The primary difference here is it’s not a faceless PE firm or a multinational like Shimano. Robertson resides in Twin Bridges and is an enthusiast. That said, yeah, I get it.

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