This is outstanding! Legendary and truthful! I grew up fishing from Miami 2 Everglade City chokoloskee. I was born in 1966. And Everglades City chokoloskee and also down to Flamingo. The most magnificent time ever. Even when I met my wife in 1988 and to the 90s I could still find incredible fishing in Everglades National Park. Now the environment has been destroyed. For me at this point at 53 years old I'm all for complete no fishing zones. Because we have to protect these sanctuaries of beauty. To leave something for our children.
Had the pleasure of fishing with Chico and my father. I distinctively remember him casting at a redfish pushing a wake. Right out in front of flamingo. Was also privileged to be apart of an article he wrote back in 86’. I’m sure he has some fond memories of my dad Don Ingram. Thanks for the memories.
Last 1:30 about appreciating where we are when we are out is beautiful. Any hunter or angler who doesn't appreciate the beauty of the places we get to ply our passion is missing out!
Yep, they really are. Sometimes we all get caught up by how many and how big, but we have to remember that this is not the reason we are out here. It's the whole experience in a beautiful place with great people, doing what we love. Chico does a great job explaining that.
Hearing both Chico and Steve Huff talk about why they love snook... I could feel that in my soul. They put it into words about as well as could be done, I think.
One thing to add about those kite fights is that we used to attach a red rag in the tail to let others know that you were a fighting kite lol. If you had the red "flag" that meant you were a fighting kite. If not it then wasn't cool to try to cut your off.
Vernon Barrington was the guide who Chico was fishing with in North Carolina for the big red drum. His 22 ft boat was a Penn yan with a tunnel drive specifically to navigate the shallow sand bars around Oregon inlet. Vernon built a spotting tower to spot the red drum and was one of the first to use this technology for and was an excellent fisherman and guide out of Oregon inlet.
Wow! What a great show. I remember Capt. Bill Curtis talking about Rocky Weinstein making short fly rods for those big snook on the Tamiami trail. This show is a gem.
I really appreciate these Mill House interviews, and the willingness that Andy, Steve, Chico, et. al. have to share information and help us feed our addiction...
I met Chico back in 1988 or 89 as he was in Pennsylvania preparing to fish at Martha’s Vineyard with the owner of the fly shop where I worked. I had to mind the store when they went to the Vineyard, but heard all the stories of his trip. A terrific gentleman and great fisherman.
I love listening to Chico speak. This stuff is pure gold! Great job guys.
Thanks Teddy!
This is outstanding! Legendary and truthful! I grew up fishing from Miami 2 Everglade City chokoloskee. I was born in 1966. And Everglades City chokoloskee and also down to Flamingo. The most magnificent time ever. Even when I met my wife in 1988 and to the 90s I could still find incredible fishing in Everglades National Park. Now the environment has been destroyed. For me at this point at 53 years old I'm all for complete no fishing zones. Because we have to protect these sanctuaries of beauty. To leave something for our children.
So glad you are doing all these interviews. Thanks for sharing with us!
Thanks for your support, Ian!! We are enjoying this journey!
Had the pleasure of fishing with Chico and my father. I distinctively remember him casting at a redfish pushing a wake. Right out in front of flamingo. Was also privileged to be apart of an article he wrote back in 86’. I’m sure he has some fond memories of my dad Don Ingram. Thanks for the memories.
Little John (John Emery) my early days mentor 🤗thanks for mentioning our friend Chico 😇
Last 1:30 about appreciating where we are when we are out is beautiful. Any hunter or angler who doesn't appreciate the beauty of the places we get to ply our passion is missing out!
Yep, they really are. Sometimes we all get caught up by how many and how big, but we have to remember that this is not the reason we are out here. It's the whole experience in a beautiful place with great people, doing what we love. Chico does a great job explaining that.
YES!!! Epic interview, thanks for your contribution to preserving the history of flyfishing.
Hope you liked it, Steve-O! Thanks for your support!
Thank you SO much for doing this podcast!!! Makes my day...
I’m subscribed to this channel just because of this interview 💙💞💞💞💞
Hearing both Chico and Steve Huff talk about why they love snook... I could feel that in my soul. They put it into words about as well as could be done, I think.
That was Great , superb stories I could listen to Chico for Hours , the story of Matilda and the fighting Kites was a real Treat
One thing to add about those kite fights is that we used to attach a red rag in the tail to let others know that you were a fighting kite lol. If you had the red "flag" that meant you were a fighting kite. If not it then wasn't cool to try to cut your off.
Hola Chico, fantastic interview mi amigo..
great interview. i loved that kite story
Vernon Barrington was the guide who Chico was fishing with in North Carolina for the big red drum. His 22 ft boat was a Penn yan with a tunnel drive specifically to navigate the shallow sand bars around Oregon inlet. Vernon built a spotting tower to spot the red drum and was one of the first to use this technology for and was an excellent fisherman and guide out of Oregon inlet.
Wow! What a great show. I remember Capt. Bill Curtis talking about Rocky Weinstein making short fly rods for those big snook on the Tamiami trail. This show is a gem.
I really appreciate these Mill House interviews, and the willingness that Andy, Steve, Chico, et. al. have to share information and help us feed our addiction...
Very nice interview, great guy. chico Fernandez is a very nice guy I love him very much!
Great story Chico
Just found this channel WOW 🤩, I just subscribed, this gentlemen is a true legend.👍👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
I met Chico back in 1988 or 89 as he was in Pennsylvania preparing to fish at Martha’s Vineyard with the owner of the fly shop where I worked. I had to mind the store when they went to the Vineyard, but heard all the stories of his trip. A terrific gentleman and great fisherman.
That was awesome! Well done.
Wow! ... another fantastic interview. Thank you so much for this - a treat to listen to Chico.
Epic
"...and a Patek Philippe watch...". Nice!
Fabulous interview!!! Chico is a great storyteller.
Another outstanding episode! Well done.
I first heard your name from one of Flips videos. You were fishing near Cape Canaveral. I so much woul loved to have been there.
There's always someone to give a thumbs down 🤦😡😡. How?!!! This is GOLD!!!!!
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Andy Chris gave you 5 millon go away PLEASE< FYI i can out fish you in my sleep . GOLD DINGER