Heath has been a friend of mine long before I found fly fishing, and although I’m kind of flighty and do not see my friends often Heath has always been a good resource for information. I like that he has his own philosophy, something I strive to develop on my own and although some (and sometimes myself) don’t care for his opinions or thoughts he is true to his beliefs and I want to acknowledge one of my mentors. Heath was there for me when I needed information, materials for fly tying, or an ear just to bounce ideas off of. This type of person is very important for anyone trying to learn anything new, I hope I can do the same for someone someday. He has recently completed a research project encompassing the Human Dimensions of Angling in New Zeland. Find Heath and more information on his research, philosophy, photography and ideas at Shershen Bros.
December 13th, 2008 at 9:09 am
Fished with Heath once and had a great time. He introduced us to silver redhorse on The Root. In fact, I have a video of him walking up to a riffle and on the second or third cast coming tight on a beauty. Turns out it was hooked in the peck fin, but still a great bit.
I added Sershen Bros to my blog list – when I get some time I’ll try to read his thesis.
December 22nd, 2008 at 10:57 am
Just to clarify, the posted document is not my thesis, simply my literature review portion of my thesis. Its only one chapter.
Wendy – we ought to get on the water again now that you are closer to this corner of the state. I chase white suckers and trout through the winter. It would be great to get on the water with you again. I bet we could talk Stino into coming as well. Fishing is more fun when more people are out.
H-man