Fishe in the Davis Enterprise
A little Fishe color, a bigger fishing circle
Fishing has a way of introducing you to people you might never have met otherwise. Sometimes, that next connection happens over dinner instead of beside a river.
A connection through Gloria Evoy recently brought me together in Anchorage with writer Ann M. Evans and her fishing friend, Ruth Coleman. Ann went on to share her visit in “At My Table: Women on the fly in Anchorage” for the Davis Enterprise.
Ann, thank you for spending time with us and introducing your readers to Fishe. Your story has me thinking about the women, friendships, and small invitations that keep this community growing.
A little color goes a long way
I started Fishe because I wanted fishing clothing that fit comfortably, worked on the water, and had some personality. I wanted to reach for something colorful and feel ready to go.
That is still a practical goal. When you are thinking about your next cast, you want your clothing to move with you. When you are packing for a trip, you want pieces you will enjoy wearing.
And there is joy in pulling on a print you love before you walk out the door. A pair of fish-print leggings can be a small way of bringing your enthusiasm for the water along with you.
I hope that enthusiasm is contagious. A conversation about a print might turn into a conversation about fishing. And that conversation might end with an invitation.
Good company makes room for learning.
Make room for the questions
If you have been curious about fly fishing, I hope you give yourself the chance to try it.
You can ask what a knot is called. You can ask to see it tied again.
You can be excited about a trip and a little nervous about the first morning. A patient person beside you can make a world of difference.
That is why Women’s Flyfishing matters to me. Continuing the work Cecilia “Pudge” Kleinkauf began means helping women learn in good company, with room to ask questions and enjoy themselves along the way.
If you are already the experienced angler in your circle, invite someone along. Leave time for her questions. Remember how much there was to learn when you began.
You might be the person who helps her discover something she will love for years.
Keep the conversation going
I love that a dinner in Anchorage can lead to someone in Davis, California, discovering Fishe or thinking about her own first fishing trip.
Maybe she will call a friend. Maybe she will finally look into that class. Maybe she will pull a long-postponed day outside back onto the calendar.
That is a lovely possibility to come out of sharing a meal.
Thank you, Ann, and thank you to the Davis Enterprise for making the connection. To everyone who has brought a friend fishing, answered a beginner’s question, or made room for one more person on a trip: thank you, too.
See you on the water,
Linda
About Linda and Fishe
Linda Leary founded Fishe in Anchorage, Alaska, in 2015. The brand brings fit, function, color, and art to women’s fishing apparel, with clothing, bags, and accessories for days on the water and beyond.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I read the original Davis Enterprise feature?
Ann M. Evans wrote the feature for the Davis Enterprise. Read her full story.
What is Fishe?
Fishe is an Alaska-born women’s fishing and outdoor brand founded by Linda Leary in 2015. Its collections include clothing, bags, and accessories.
What is Linda’s connection to Women’s Flyfishing?
Linda purchased Women’s Flyfishing in 2017 following Cecilia “Pudge” Kleinkauf’s retirement, continuing its work helping women learn and enjoy fly fishing. Read the Women’s Flyfishing story.
Can beginners learn through Women’s Flyfishing?
Women’s Flyfishing offers instruction as well as guided trips. Visit Women’s Flyfishing for current class options and check the experience requirements for each specific trip.
Related Reading
Read Ann’s story
Ann M. Evans’s feature is available in the Davis Enterprise.