Entries by Jon Ray

Esox Lucius Picture and Video

As we move from summer into fall this is one of the prime bite periods for the Esox Lucius, other wise known as Pike.  River Pike become active as water temps start to drop in the late summer, and really feed aggressively on baitfish patterns.  Especially top water flies, with baitfish profiles.  Here is a […]

Pic of the Day – Flex Rod and Smallmouth

Great image by Kevin Feenstra fishing with Jerry Darkes testing out the New Scott Flex Series My friend Jerry Darkes caught this great smallmouth today. We were trying out the awesome new Scott Flex series rods. #smallmouth #scottflyrods #topwater #flyfishing @jerrydarkes @scottflyrods @scientificanglers A photo posted by Kevin Feenstra (@kevinfeenstra) on Aug 9, 2016 at […]

Patagonia Fly Fishing uses MFM image

Always flattering when a company like Patagonia asks to use one of our images. Bass release. If you haven’t taken after these on your fly rod you are missing out! Photo by Jon Ray @mangledfly @patagonia @patagoniaprovisions @keepemwetfishing #seewhatsoutthere #chaseit #flyfishing #bassfishing #underwaterphotography A photo posted by Patagonia Fly Fish (@patagonia_flyfish) on Aug 8, 2016 […]

Pic of the Day – Yellow streamer and Smallmouth Bass

Low clear water and aggressive smallmouth bass, make for some fun images.  Always appreciate the time that customers give me on days when I can get out of the boat.  Special thanks to Jerome for letting me take a few minutes and capture a quick photo or two on your smallmouth adventure. Smallmouth Bass fishing […]

Unbroken Ground by Patagonia

Unbroken Grounds explains the critical role food will play in the next frontier of our efforts to solve the environmental crisis. It explores four areas of agriculture that aim to change our relationship to the land and oceans. Most of our food is produced using methods that reduce biodiversity, decimate soil and contribute to climate […]