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Fly Fishing

The Philosopher with Fins

BY DOMINIC WIGHTMAN In August I was walking to the riverbank, my gear in hand, when I passed an oik with a Staffie. He gestured with his can and asked why I’d waste my day trying to catch fish ‘when you can just buy ’em from Pets at Home.’ I offered a faint smile and continued on my way. But had I the mind to … Continue reading The Philosopher with Fins

countrysquiremagazineNovember 27, 2025November 9, 2025

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