Next Bend Journal

The Next Bend Journal is where we slow down. Stories and reflections on the water, the vise, the fire at the end of the day, and the reasons we keep fishing. This is the reading, not the how-to.

The Billion-to-One Odds: Why Fly Fishing is a Privilege, Not Just a Hobby
Guest Post

The Billion-to-One Odds: Why Fly Fishing is a Privilege, Not Just a Hobby

Only about 0.12% of the world fly fishes. A guest reflection from Chris Higgins on privilege, gratitude, and fishing for fun in a world that mostly fishes for food.

Apr 9, 2026
John Place
Guest PostWhy Should You Fish?

Why Should You Fish?

Why do you fish? A guest reflection from Chris Higgins on balance, presence, and the hope that the reward is just around the next bend.

Mar 26, 2026
John Place

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