I also agree John writes a very nice easily readable and understood article. I differ only in one "T" area. Since I don't tie , I tend to practice " this ain't no restaurant, you WILL eat what I brought". Needless to say, THAT probably accounts for my creel count .Matching the hatch, to me, is using a different color woolly bugger. I do concentrate SEVERELY on reading conditions ....."where they is"...... and pass on many spots that , to my estimation, will not be conducive to my baits, equipment or skill level. I seldom get skunked but I have also enjoyed L-O-N-G walks along many beautiful streams.

Mark