I agree wholeheartedly hardhat.
Have seen more than a few very good shops go belly up in the last few years.
A couple were true gathering places for some of the best flyfishermen I've ever had the pleasure to know. Knowledgable and truly entertaining conversations over a cup of coffee or a beer. The latest updates on what was the way to go on our local fisheries.
Another sign of the times, I guess?
Melancholy has invaded my fly fishing world!
Bob
When you can arrange your affairs to go fishing, forget all the signs, homilies, advice and folklore. JUST GO.