Monthly Archives: October 2011

Firehole Trout are Galley Slaves on the Caddis

Posted on October 27, 2011 by

Katie and I are happy to feature another guest blogger this week: Nels Dyste. An avid fly fisherman, Nels reminisces about a Montana fishing trip, meeting a living legend and finally finding the Firehole.  We jumped onto the sunny streets of West Yellowstone, … Continue reading →

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October Book Recommendation

Posted on October 22, 2011 by

I just finished a wonderful story about Francie Nolan, a young girl coming of age in 1912 New York. “A Tree Grows in Brooklyn,” by Betty Smith speaks so many truths about growing up and letting go of the innocence … Continue reading →

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Soaking Up Design*Sponge

Posted on October 12, 2011 by

When Lauren and I started Hotdish & Catfish in March, we came up with a list of our favorite blogs – the ones that we enjoy reading and get the most inspiration from. On the top of both our lists … Continue reading →

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The Bowman’s Daughter

Posted on October 6, 2011 by

Ali and I stared down in fascination as our dad, with bloodstained hands, explained to us what a turkey gizzard was. He had just finished cleaning his bird and called his girls out to the garage for a “teachable moment.” … Continue reading →

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