Tenkara Hiking

Photo credit: Israel Dunn

I don’t know about you but I love exploring new areas and going places that are off the beaten path.  Maybe that’s why I love learning piano music that isn’t the most popular or why I love kayak fishing so much.  Because I get to share amazing music that isn’t common and search waters that don’t see much of any pressure.  One thing I’m hoping to do a little more this year is hiking.  It’s a fantastic way to get outside and get some exercise!  Plus you can find some really amazing creeks and small waterways.  Most are too small for the kayak but can hold some fun little fish to catch.  Obviously it’s hard for me to just hike on by and not get the urge to see what I can catch.  That’s why I want to try tenkara fishing!

Have you heard of tenkara fishing before?  It’s very similar to fly fishing except even more minimalistic.  There’s no reel and the line is connected to the tip of the rod.  Plus, some of the rods are collapsible.  Perfect for hiking!  One of my friends, Anthony Larson, from Coulee Region Adventures told me about tenkara fishing and suggest taking a look at Badger Tenkara rods.   I really like the features but haven’t pulled the trigger on one yet.  Then last year my buddy Israel Dunn from Shoreboundhero.com was using his Badger Tenkara rod on one of our outings.  He showed me some more of their features I think I found my next rod.  They are collapsible, lightweight, flexible, and perfect for those small streams I’m hoping to find when hiking this year.  Hopefully I’ll be able to show some pics of me hiking and catching some fish with one this summer!

Do you enjoy hiking? What about fishing?  Would you combine the two?  Have you ever tried Tenkara Fishing?  Let me know it the comments, I’d love to hear from you!

Photo credit: Israel Dunn