Dead Relatives Are Not Eligible
November 18th, 2008
From a boat ramp on the Big Hole to a coffee shop in Austin. Funny where this little cult – uh, I mean sport – will take us. And this time you may actually benefit from my most recent small-world encounter. Let me explain.
You may recall that on my trip to Montana just a few weeks ago I met a guy named Gaper who had written a fishing book. Well in a fortuitous plot twist it turns out his publisher, Tosh Brown, lives right here in Austin Texas! Soon after I wrote my post about Gaper, a mutual friend connected me with Tosh.
Next thing you know we’re having coffee at Austin Java and brainstorming ways to spread the word about his new project. Cause it’s a good one.
Tosh is a venerable outdoor photographer and author who recently launched a new company called Departure Publishing. I’ll spare you the traditional press-release speak and say bluntly: This Is Not Your Father’s Outdoor Book Publisher.
It’s no secret digital cameras and message boards have redefined the relationship between fly-fishing and media. A relationship that was once a predictable, stale marriage is now a torrid and tumultuous affair.
Tosh wants to harness this same edge and energy into the world of outdoor print. He plans to publish writers that speak to (and sometimes even shout at) the innovative, yet disenfranchised derelicts who embody the ever-warring extremes of idealism and cynicism within fly-fishing.
Uh, I think he’s talking to us.
Miles is his debut author. Miles Nolte (aka Gaper) was a fishing guide in Alaska who detailed his daily adventures in a bulletin board thread on The Drake website. The thread, titled AK Chronicles, became so popular that throngs of people were logging on daily to follow his journey. His book, The Alaska Chronicles, is based on the now infamous posts on The Drake and will be available Spring 2009.
It doesn’t get more grassroots than that. The guy didn’t even start with a blog. He posted a thread in a bulletin board. It’s like the field of dreams….if you post it they will come….and read it. And comment. And rant. And beg for more. Let’s just say when it comes to fly-fishing, Miles Nolte puts the cult in culture.
Support your fellow troutlaws who are trying to shake things up and bring you something fresh. Visit the Departure website to learn more about the backstory and sign up to win a FREE signed copy of the book. This book is bound (hardbound in fact) to cause a stir and you could have a free signed copy. Just click here to enter your name for the drawing.
No duplicate entries and dead relatives are not eligible. Good luck and CHEERS to Tosh & Miles for laying it all on the line in an effort to entertain and make a difference.
November 19th, 2008 at 12:49 am
I’m digging this whole idea of a guy getting his big break from doing nothing more than making some posts on The Drake! Speaking of “The Drake” and thier, excuse me, no longer existant forum!? Any guesses on WTH happened there! I can’t find it anywhere! Cheers to your awesome blog! I always look forward to your posts and your worldly travels!
~Brett
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November 19th, 2008 at 1:00 am
Nevermind, strike the last (The Drake Forum)..For some reason I couldn’t find it last night…Located now, cuss me later!
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November 19th, 2008 at 5:48 am
First, great blog. I think you travel more than I do. Second, Departure Publishing is a stellar idea and I’ll be watching how this endeavor grows. Sign me up for a copy of “The Alaska Chronicles”. That post was epic.
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November 19th, 2008 at 6:40 am
Brett — I agree. I think that fact that Miles’ book was born from the forum on the Drake is the scrappiest and coolest thing ever. Even better? He is a hell of a good writer. and btw, the Drake launcehd its revamped website this week and I know the forum was down for a bit. it’s back up
Cameron — thank you! I’m so grateful you enjoy the blog. And definitely sign up for a copy of Miles’ book. It’s going to be just as epic as the posts
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November 19th, 2008 at 8:31 am
I can’t tell you how much I’m looking forward to an entertaining fly fishing book! Well, more specifically one that is of a new genre and for/by a younger audience. Where do we sign up!?
Hope all is well.
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November 19th, 2008 at 8:34 am
Chick,
Thanks for the tip. I like what this guy has to say. Also, check out my site if you can. Would love to link up with yours if possible. Enjoy your writings as well.
Best Regards.
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November 19th, 2008 at 9:53 am
Very cool! Thanks for the lead. Hope you’re doing well. Haven’t heard from you in a while.
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November 19th, 2008 at 11:00 am
That looks super rad. Its allmost time to hit up the old Guad are you getting stoked? Maybe I will see you out there this year.
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November 19th, 2008 at 12:05 pm
Thanks all! The book is going to be cool and I love the grassroots gutsy spirit of these guys. In case you missed the link to sign up for the drawing let me beat you over the head with it:
http://www.departurepublishing.com/mailinglist.htm
hope everyone is having a lovely day…
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November 20th, 2008 at 7:34 am
Looking forward to reading this one. Hoping it will do for fly fishing books what some of the recent stuff like Drift have done for Fly Fishing video.
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November 21st, 2008 at 10:15 am
Great blog, photos and articles. Most of my fishing is done in Canada. Thanks for sharing. Wishing you tight lines and big fish. Rick
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November 22nd, 2008 at 2:40 pm
Hey Chick-
Gonna be down Austin-way in about a week, enduring the Inlaws. The Wife and I need every excuse in the book to get out of the house…we should hit Curra’s or Polvo’s and talk fish and interwebs over tacos one day.
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November 23rd, 2008 at 9:25 am
Fly Fish Chick
Once again you said it perfectly:
“Tosh is a venerable outdoor photographer and author who recently launched a new company called Departure Publishing. I’ll spare you the traditional press-release speak and say bluntly: This Is Not Your Father’s Outdoor Book Publisher.
It’s no secret digital cameras and message boards have redefined the relationship between fly-fishing and media. A relationship that was once a predictable, stale marriage is now a torrid and tumultuous affair.
Tosh wants to harness this same edge and energy into the world of outdoor print. He plans to publish writers that speak to (and sometimes even shout at) the innovative, yet disenfranchised derelicts who embody the ever-warring extremes of idealism and cynicism within fly-fishing.
Uh, I think he’s talking to us.”
This is a great idea for books/publishing — and FFC you are good enough to make that jump from blogger to author too
Tight Lines, Mike
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April 3rd, 2009 at 10:56 am
i was wondering if i could via you a couple dollars via paypal to link to my blog in your blogroll/link section? let me know – thanks!:)
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April 15th, 2009 at 5:59 am
Not that I’m totally impressed, but this is more than I expected when I found a link on Delicious telling that the info here is awesome. Thanks.
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June 10th, 2009 at 3:39 pm
I usually don’t post in blogs but your blog forced me to, amazing work.. beautiful !
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