Every year, I look forward with anticipation to the fall colors. Every year, the colors do not last long enough. That is probably part of th...

A rainy evening on a Smoky Mountain trout stream. ©2025 David Knapp Photography Fishing accessible water is always great for a quick fix, bu...

Fishing new water is always exciting. Whether wading or floating, seeing a piece of water for the first time is a treat that shouldn't b...

Summer is my least favorite season. This is primarily due to the heat and humidity that seems a little worse every year. Maybe I'm just ...

Fly fishing has been a way of life for me since I took the plunge from the relative security of teaching to being a guide. Really, it probab...

If you've followed this blog for any length of time, then you probably know that I enjoy hiking almost as much as fishing. Photography i...