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Gear Review: Patagonia women’s fishing
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Patagonia Women’s Spring River Waders
Developed by women in the fly-fishing industry, these waders are specific to female anglers’ needs in fit, form and function. With spring conditions ranging from sunny, 60-F bliss, to cold, blowing snow, the Madison was the perfect river for the test.
The four-layer, fabric construction also increases breathability and abrasion resistance, moves moisture away from the body, and decreases weight. Along with a single leg-seam, the overall construction ensures these waders will last for years.
The quick-release suspension system confirms these waders were indeed designed by women. The bib is easy to unbuckle in the back when nature calls, and the two front straps unclip to convert to waist-high waders on warmer days.
The wool-lined, 3 mm neoprene booties are a godsend. I haven’t thought about cold feet once, which means the booties are doing their job. I also love the fleece-lined kangaroo pocket that quickly warms the hands, along with the large, waterproof internal pouch to hold my valuables.
Well done Patagonia, for responding to fly-fishing’s fastest growing demographic. $399
Patagonia Foot Tractor Wading Boots
I admit, I’m a bit of a klutz and use a fair amount of concentration staying upright in the river. Patagonia’s Foot Tractor Wading Boots allow me to focus more on slaying trout, and less on soaking wet clothes.
The multi-directional aluminum bar technology is made of the softest aluminum available, so it grips everything from slippery rocks to muddy trails without collecting snow or ice. The bars are embedded between the insole and outsole so you won’t lose a bar to the river, but they’re easy to change when they wear out. And you can even wear them in a boat.
Weighing 4-pounds, 3.2 ounces, the Foot Tractor’s Clarino synthetic leather upper provides lightweight durability, while the Venergy monofilament mesh drains water quickly. The Texon trimaliminate toe box and heel are comfortable and protective.
Awarded Fly Fisherman magazine’s Best New Wading Boot in 2014, the Patagonia Foot Tractors work just as well for fly fisherwomen, and have helped me feel more stable and confident navigating the river. $279 – K.D.
Megan Paulson is the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Outlaw Partners.
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We all are familiar with using a limited palette, but do you use one? Do you know how to use a
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We all are familiar with using a limited palette, but do you use one? Do you know how to use a limited palette to create different color combinations? Are you tired of carrying around 15-20 different tubes when you paint plein air? Have you ever wanted to create a certain “mood” in a painting but failed? Do you create a lot of mud? Do you struggle to achieve color harmony? All these problems are addressed in John’s workbook in clear and concise language!
Based on the bestselling “Limited Palatte, Unlimited Color” workbook written by John Pototschnik, the workshop is run by Maggie Shane and Annie McCoy, accomplished landscape (acrylic) and plein air (oil) artists,exhibitors at the Big Sky Artists’ Studio & Gallery and members of the Big Sky Artists Collective.
Each student will receive a copy of “Limited Palette, Unlimited Color” to keep and take home to continue your limited palette journey. We will show you how to use the color wheel and mix your own clean mixtures to successfully create a mood for your paintings.
Each day, we will create a different limited palette color chart and paint a version of a simple landscape using John’s directives. You will then be able to go home and paint more schemes using the book for guidance.
Workshop is open to painters (oil or acrylic) of any level although students must have some basic knowledge of the medium he or she uses. Students will be provided the book ($92 value), color wheel, value scale and canvas papers to complete the daily exercises.
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Please join the Arts Council of Big Sky for free music from Jacob Rountree at the Wilson Hotel Lobby Bar from 5-7 p.m. on April 24.
Jacob Rountree is an alternative/indie songwriter living in the stunning alpine of Montana. Contemplative yet playful, his lyric forward style is reflective of his love for philosophy, poetry and quantum physics.
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Trivia from 7 to 9 p.m. at The Waypoint in Town Center. Participation is free, food and beverages available.
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The Waypoint
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