Approaching an open-water, tightly-clustered stand of cypress trees in upper Lake Marion on the Santee Cooper lakes, my bream fishing buddy cut the already slow-motoring throttle off, 200 yards from the target. My partner then went old-school, using a custom-built sculling paddle to continue our stealthy approach. As instructed, I prepped my rig without making a sound, and I hunkered down, keeping a low profile. Standing was forbidden by this bream-master. All the boat-wa

I enjoy spending time outside, whether afield, afloat, or seeking adventure in the natural world, because it’s my passion. Doing something productive, fun, or simply seeking the harmony that nature provides for the restoration of my spirit. When I can't do that, I’m busy writing personal stories about life outdoors, sharing how nature has shaped my perspective and passions. The wildness of nature has always been my ‘go-to’ focal point, an heirloom identity passed down to me