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    Hello Folks,

    My name is Juan and I am new to the sport of fly fishing and brand new to these boards. I have been fishing consistently (spin fishing) for about 4 years now and I was introduced to fly fishing this May. I always dreamt of fly fishing but I thought I never really thought I would learn.

    I have a blog where I met a friend and we decided to meet up and fish. The words, "I will bring my fly rod and teach you how to use it," were music to my ears. The first time I used a fly rod I found myself fishing a small creek, carved into a picturesque valley. I also caught and released five small trout. That was enough to hook me for life.

    Soon after I bought myself a fly fishing outfit, a few flies and some accessories. I also just received my new stockingfoot waders and wading boots. I am waiting on my fishing vest and then I will be all set (for the most part).

    I am new to this sport that some of you may have grown up learning. I do ask for your patience as some of my questions may seem silly or naive. I look forward to meeting you all and learning from your wisdom and experience.

    Cheers,

    -J.

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    I think you're hooked, my friend!

    Best,

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    Welcome to the sport and the forum!!

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    I used to participate in an audio gear forum. New members were traditionally welcomed with the phrase, "sorry about your wallet." Sorry about your wallet, Juan! ; )

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    Quote Originally Posted by salmonid View Post
    I think you're hooked, my friend!

    Best,
    Sure am! Good to see you here, buddy!

    Quote Originally Posted by Rye_Tyler View Post
    Welcome to the sport and the forum!!
    thanks for the welcome, Rye Tyler!

    Quote Originally Posted by roywest View Post
    I used to participate in an audio gear forum. New members were traditionally welcomed with the phrase, "sorry about your wallet." Sorry about your wallet, Juan! ; )
    Haha a very appropriate greeting, Roy West! I have only just begun!

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    Fly fishing is a really wonderful thing to find......good for you J
    Bill Kiene (Boca Grande)

    567 Barber Street
    Sebastian, Florida 32958

    Fly Fishing Travel Consultant
    Certified FFF Casting Instructor

    Email: billkiene63@gmail.com
    Cell: 530/753-5267
    Web: www.billkiene.com

    Contact me for any reason........
    ______________________________________

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    Welcome a board my friend! You have found a great sport and a great forum!

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    Bamboo.............................
    "For years, every time he stopped at the house to collect his paper money, it was the same routine. The old man in the wheelchair would ask him how he'd like it if he took him fishing and showed him a few things. He always said he'd like that.
    When the old man finally passed away, his wife gave the kid a box of flies. He has them today, tucked away in a closet, never to be fished."

    Walt C.<---------------------------- not me, though I wish I had written it.

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    My condolences Juan! Since you have chosen to join the ranks of the obsessed this is a fantastic place for information. Careful on the steelhead forum.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Bill Kiene semi-retired View Post
    Fly fishing is a really wonderful thing to find......good for you J
    It sure is... Thank you, Bill!

    Quote Originally Posted by Mark Kranhold View Post
    Welcome a board my friend! You have found a great sport and a great forum!
    Thanks for the welcome, Mark! Glad to have found this forum!

    Quote Originally Posted by wineslob View Post
    Bamboo.............................
    Wineslob... is that paradise, ca? if so, where do you fly fish around there?

    Quote Originally Posted by BillB View Post
    My condolences Juan! Since you have chosen to join the ranks of the obsessed this is a fantastic place for information. Careful on the steelhead forum.
    Bill, your condolences are appreciated and it sounds like I'm in good company! haha I haven't yet fly fished for steelhead so I'm pumped to get some info and try it out!

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