The River Was Worth It… Until We Stayed Too Long

New July 24, 2026 1 views

The river was set up perfectly, and the fish were biting—but our planning and execution left a lot to be desired. What started as an exciting fishing trip turned into a grueling hike after we bit off more than we could chew. By the end, we found ourselves facing a physical challenge none of us expected, far from the truck, and hiking out in the dark.

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