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Tag Archives: Patagonia
Character: Actions, Not Words . . .
If you get to thinkin’ you’re a person of some influence, try orderin’ somebody else’s dog around. ~Cowboy Wisdom Fishing is definitely a solitary pastime. Just you, the rod, line, fly and (hopefully) a big fish. As a result there … Continue reading
Posted in flyfishing, John's Novels, leadership, Life Skills, Personal Development, Psychology, Self-improvement
Tagged Argentina, Audie Murphy, character, Donald Trump, flyfishing, Gandhi, Ground Tyrant, John Adams, kindness, leadership, Lone Ranger, Patagonia, personal development, Roy Rogers, will, wisdom
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Gone Fishing . . .
“The gods do not deduct from man’s allotted span the hours spent in fishing.” ~Herber Hoover Every once in a while (far too infrequent I might add), I have the opportunity to take some time off away from consulting and … Continue reading
Behaviours Build Strong Brands and Aligned Cultures
It is easy for someone to copy your business strategy, but they can’t copy your culture. I was recently sent this infographic that describes some of the unique behaviours and activities that have helped companies build strong brands and iconic … Continue reading
Ancient Art in Patagonia
All art is but imitation of nature. ~ Lucius Seneca (Roman Stoic philosopher) On a recent trip to South America and the region of Patagonia (flyfishing of course), while staying at the Estancia Laguna Verde lodge, our host, Luciano Alba, told … Continue reading
Posted in ecosystems, flyfishing, Life Skills
Tagged Guanaco, Jim Klug, natives of Argentina, Patagonia, Petroglyphs, rock carvings, Tehuelche People
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Thank You Yellow Dog
Necessity is the mother of invention The outdoors is hard on equipment, and flyfishing gear is no exception. Rods get broken, reels get dropped and bent or full of sand and dirt, flies get lost to snags in the river, … Continue reading
ATVs and Strategy Execution
The ATV (All-Terrain Vehicle), or Quad Bike as they are commonly known, has revolutionized the world of the outdoorsman. Whether it is hunting, ranching or farm chores, the ATV has become the overwhelming choice for personal transportation and work in … Continue reading