Grateful for bitter sweet memories trapped in a time capsule | one day of alpine lake enjoyment

A trout filled time capsule.
0:52 - Hike in
4:54 - The Crest
6:00 - Fish Spotted
6:54 - Arriving at the lake
8:30 - First fish
9:23 - Species of trout
10:12 - How to lake fish
14:35 - Fish frenzy
18:35 - Helicopter spotted (fire danger)
19:33 - Hike out
20:30 - Four corners fire
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[@AdamMutch82304]

Dude, will you please write a book, your knowledge and word choice is immaculate, I feel at peace watching your videos and your voiceovers make it just that much more aesthetically pleasing. I’m serious about that book though, I’ll be your first buyer!

[@FLYALLSZN]

I just might have to! Thank you so much for your kind words!

[@kevinwatsonyyc]

Just wanted to drop a comment again about how amazing your work is. It’s unbelievable, has given me encouragement to record my trips even when I don’t catch fish! You deserve way more than 12k. I show all my friends your work. Talk about quality!

[@triumphrider9396]

Dreamlike lake! Thanks for sharing. When those winds kick up that's when to switch over to a big dry. The winds will toss the bugs out of the air and trees and onto the water and it's on.

[@Hyrumificationable]

I am commenting on this because I loved your video. You taught us a lot. I am a loyal follower!

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you so much! That means alot!

[@thomasstewart7578]

I did Colorado Outward Bound in 1978 and The National Outdoor Leadership School (Wind River Mountaineering) in 1985. I’m now 62 and your wonderful videos and writing take me back to those days of long ago. I’m in your home town of St Louis admiring your work. Thank you young man!

[@FLYALLSZN]

Oh wow! That sounds like quite the adventure! I bet you had an amazing time. So glad you enjoyed this video!

[@billhenz1127]

Nice to see your memories are still a Reality ! Tight Lines

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you! Tight lines Bill!

[@9724470741]

I love your vids but especially your commentary. I'm a 70 yo fly guy living in Dallas. I spend a month in Estes Park every fall and spring but your vids make me want to load up the truck and take off for the San Juan for a few days. Awesome job dude. You inspire the adventure in us old guys. Keep on keeping on.

[@allexkowalsky4168]

All hail steve. much praise

[@FLYALLSZN]

Hail to the Steve

[@gregorydryden7865]

Bravo, 5 star video, narration, cinemetography, etc.

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you so much Gregory!

[@kyle-sav]

One of my favorite videos of yours, love the story telling and commentary as well as getting to tag along virtually to your day on the lake.

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you so much Kyle!

[@missouritroutbums598]

Awesome video and Holly cow hiking that terrain in sandles that's hard core...

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you so much!

[@mikeeckenrodt4762]

Wow! What a beautiful scenic 😊lake! Loved the footage!!! Impressed how confident you were hiking down to that lake! The scenery was absolutely beautiful! Those fish had great colors !!! -- I just returned from fishing the current river in Missouri where you caught that Big Brown - I caught a nice one there also! That video is why I watch all your videos now🎣🎣🎣

[@streamsidedrifter]

Wow that looks insanely enjoyable! I did a cross country roadtrip and Idaho was probably my favorite stop along the way! Cheers

[@ReelAnglerReviews]

Mike, I'm not sure which was more impressive, all beautiful camera work you were able to accomplish or the hike in with only sandals. Nonetheless, great video!

[@FLYALLSZN]

I prefer to hike in sandals! My feet are strong and it doesn't bother me at all

[@Trouttailer]

insane self filiming and editing my man! Love it

[@garycampbell7999]

Bravo, a masterpiece (pro- diction!) You’ve got this! 💵💵⛽️⛽️🚘🎥🎞🎙🎶🎶🕶🩴🐜🎣🌸🐿🍫🚨🚁🔥✌🏻👊🏻

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you so much Gary!

[@janeberryman3581]

Thanks, so beautiful. You take care Mike.

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you Jane!

[@GoneInTheRockies]

I love your storytelling. I would guess we’re about the same age and it’s refreshing to see someone else in this generation who is not only comfortable exploring solo but also enjoys it. I look forward to your uploads, man. Keep up the great work!

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you Andrew solo trips offer up a chance to go inside with the thoughts. Plus it raises the risk exponentially which makes the reward that much sweeter.

[@mantismamba]

Man I can't help but want to give you a hug when I see the shots when you're walking on the trail. Knowing you have to walk back and then edit that part out. Thank you

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you Ben! everything you see.. I do double.. But I am in good shape so I dont mind at all.

[@medtech1a]

As always you bring the majestic cast to catch those trout that are rising.

[@roberthohler9222]

I know that lake and it is a special place!

[@FLYALLSZN]

It seems like a lot of folks know about it!

[@aarontroutfishing]

Hi Mike, Your videos and content is absolutely A class. You fish some absolutely stunning areas and for those of us 1000s of kms away you make us feel like we are right there with you. The fish are so beautiful and the care you put into them while showcasing them really shows us how much you love and respect these beautiful creatures. Your contribution to the worlds fly fishing community is at the top. Well done 🐟

[@FLYALLSZN]

Aaron!! Thank you so much for your kind words! That for real means so much!

[@marklalone3091]

Yet another awesome... "Aw man! I want to be there too, yet right now I'm stuck at home." video. Thanks for the vicarious adventure! Great location, planning, writing, music, sound, recording, editing, posting and last but not least... fishing! Not easy work for it to all come together like that. So well done...

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you so much Mark! That really means a lot!

[@MrMonkey9911]

Nice vid. It's March 1. Ogden utah. I'm chomping at the bit. Hurry spring.

[@FLYALLSZN]

Amen to that Blaine! Spring could not come any sooner!

[@samridgeway6444]

Your videos are like poetry. Literally some of the best films I’ve ever watched.

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you so much Sam! I really appreciate your kind words!

[@Aww33993]

I moved to Ft Myers, Florida from Southern Idaho 10 years ago. The fishing here is spectacular, yet watching you out on adventures makes me reminisce about my youth. I had a lot of epic journeys into similar locations all across Idaho. Thank you

[@FLYALLSZN]

There is no place like home! You can always make your way back!

[@rubaslippah]

Awesome vid, killing it.

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you so much!

[@intothewildwego7085]

Hell yeah, dude. Love me some Idaho backcountry lakes

[@FLYALLSZN]

They are the best!

[@nathansloan9530]

Nice work Mike

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you Nathan!

[@williamarmstrong9970]

Better safe than SORRY. We eant to see you go on. From another St Louis fly fisher. Thanks.

[@FLYALLSZN]

Gotta know when to hold em and when to fold em!

[@JustinWinn34]

Hey man, your storytelling is amazing. The endless descriptions help transcend the video from the clips you captured on your camera into something more meaningful.

[@FLYALLSZN]

I appreciate that so much man thank you! 🙏

[@RippinThemLipsTV]

Don’t stop whatever you’re doing! Your videos bring me peace, and I look forward to watching every time! Tight lines, ~ Manny ~ 🤙🏼

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you so much Manny!

[@oldsmugglerflyfishing]

Beautiful video! Always I'm thankful to you for sharing your amazing work with us. All the best.

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you so much! Same to you!

[@carywood3946]

Such a chill video. Love it.

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you so much brother!

[@charlesreyna1788]

Thanks for a great video. Reminds me so much of Lake Katherine in New Mexico.

[@FLYALLSZN]

I have heard great things about ms Katherine

[@robertkessler7930]

Another awesome video dude I just started a week ago flyfishing had a blast looking forward to many more years in some of the places you’ve been showing

[@DrJohnwhancock]

These are my favorite type of videos you make. Thank you for sharing. :-)

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you so much John!

[@troutbumproductions7396]

Insane video brotha, beautiful places and beautiful fish 🤘

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you so much!

[@krisjones4762]

Thanks , was fantastic

[@FLYALLSZN]

Of course Kris so glad you enjoyed!

[@Samwacker15]

Love all of your videos! You are hands down my favorite outdoors/fishing content creator and I appreciate your words of wisdom as well as your thoughts on life and fishing. Keep doing you!

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you so much Sam! That means so much!

[@scottrick5190]

Mike…excellent, vid and story. Your content is just fantastic…I can’t wait to get out there again!

[@FLYALLSZN]

Scott!! Thank you so much! This was a special one for sure!

[@LandElevated]

Beautiful place and a great video! We sell vacant land near the lakes, and we’d like to share this video with our clients to give them some ideas for fun lake activities. Thank you for sharing your fishing adventure with us.😊

[@xxxrocknroll]

Another STL native who enjoys your videos. Solo fly fishing helps fine tune the introspection needed for the best narratives. Keep up the good work.

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you so much!!

[@thomasanderson7254]

Keep it up, man! Great shots as always, taking most of us to places we'll likely never see in person. Your work ethic and sense of adventure are going to keep taking you to amazing places.

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you Thomas! I am so happy to take you to these places!

[@timkeller7254]

Great video! I’m also from STL and visited McCall regularly on vacation with my family as a kid! Such a beautiful part of the country. Thanks for sharing

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you Tim! The country up that way is incredible!

[@shelbynell6342]

dad made sure i saw you had a new video. here for itttttttt

[@FLYALLSZN]

S/o to your dad and to you. TRUE OG's

[@WesternFly]

Another great video man. Thanks for sharing your stories and experiences! Videos like this have me longing for a trip back up north to MT for some high altitude fishing. Take care man!

[@FLYALLSZN]

You will not regret it Josh! The high country is the best!

[@j0nmurill0]

These type of lakes are my absolute favorite to fish. Looks like you slayed it out there too!

[@FLYALLSZN]

I feel the same way! They’re amazing!

[@uni_shadow164]

Great Narration in this combined with the Beauty of this mountain lake and the cutties eager to take your flies makes this a possible favorite! Great job and be safe out there!

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you os much!

[@alexunderwood768]

Love the videos! Just a lonely trout lover over in Texas, making me dream on clear streams and high mountain lakes…

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you!

[@chrisgarretson3783]

Nice video Mike, that's on my to do list someday?? Thx for sharing your trip .. alpine lakes r the bomb!!

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you Chris! They are some of my favorites!

[@bluekatgal7300]

Great as always. Love the scenery and camera work knowledge transfer etc. You know I really think you should put together a book of fishing reflections. Your descriptions of scenery, fishing actions and reflections of life show your great love of your fishing adventures. So glad you enjoy what life has provided to you. You are fortunate to have the talent to convey your thoughts so beautifully. You could be a writer. Thank you for all the hard work put into these videos.

[@FLYALLSZN]

THANK YOU SO MUCH!! That is so nice of you to say! I write a lot.. But putting all that into a book might be a bit harder.. with time I am sure I can figure it out!

[@siefer_kalazar8167]

Punching me right in the feels. That was awesome well done!

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you so much!

[@siefer_kalazar8167]

@@FLYALLSZN also curious what watch you are rockin in the gmo bow video!? Looks like a Boldr maybe 🤔 either way I love the videos!

[@raphaelhorton2032]

Class act

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you!!

[@timothydalton8023]

Another great video Mike. Wonderful to see these beautiful parts of the country. As someone who’s rapidly approaching “ the 4th quarter” I know it’s unlikely I’ll ever be able to make the trek into some of these areas. However, your camera work and presentation make it fell like we’re out there right along with you. Thanks for that and keep them coming!

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you so much Timothy! So gland I can take you along!

[@RJZS1]

nice one buddy

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you so much Ruven!

[@davidstakston1950]

Enjoy your next fishing outing.

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you will do!

[@leemowers9395]

Great video Mike, beautiful Cutthroat/hybreads. Fun time, thank you.

[@FLYALLSZN]

Thank you so much Lee!

[@Paulpoission]

Love those West Slopes

[@FLYALLSZN]

The reds on their belly get me every time!

[@PlasmaRebel]

Beautiful place! I hope to make it out west to hit next summer!

[@FLYALLSZN]

There is no end of amazing places like this

[@mr.kenney536]

Fantastic video Mike. I like your philosophical narrative in the background of the video. The quality of your films is very high. I can find videos of people catching fish all day on youtube. What you add with these little touches make your short films a must watch . This one had just a touch of Hemingway's Big Two Hearted River to it. You have clearly found your niche ... high quality story telling. Keep it up. Your videos of the west are so good Mike. Wild fish in wild places... great job.

[@FLYALLSZN]

Just trying to say what I feel! I would be lying if I said Mr. Hemingway's words haven't found their way into my world.

[@FLYALLSZN]

But really thank you so much for your kind words. Your encouragement means the world.

[@camaslindbeck1985]

Looks like it was a good year for beargrass up there this year. I hear you on the re-visitation of places, no man steps in the same river twice, after all you’re becoming a poet man!

[@FLYALLSZN]

Poet? maybe some day haha for now I am still a full time dumbass

[@wiscosonthewater9014]

Hey Mike, great video. Miss your videos of the driftless, but the videos you're making out west are great and I dream of venturing out there. GF and I made our annual fall trip out to the driftless. I cant help but think of one of our usual stops at a spot that you lost your net. It brings a smile to my face thinking of that spot, and no I didnt find your net and yes the fishing is still awesome. Tight Lines

[@FLYALLSZN]

Tight lines my friend. I appreciate it

[@shelbynell6342]

10/10

[@FLYALLSZN]

High praise!!! Thank you!

[@ThisSentenceIsFalse]

Beautiful. I learned something watching your roll casts. What was the set-up for lake fishing?

[@FLYALLSZN]

I was just using a 5 weight with floating line! The weight of the two leeches would get them down where they needed to go!

[@ThisSentenceIsFalse]

@@FLYALLSZN Thanks! Will try that!

[@jeffmays1671]

Mike Great video. Beautiful scenery. A little advice from an old man with bad feet and ankles. I am paying for poor footwear I used hunting and fishing 30 years ago. I worry you will pay the price for hiking in sandals. Just an old man’s 2 cents. Keep the great videos coming. Appreciate all you do. Mayos fishing adventures

[@FLYALLSZN]

Jeff thank you! As weird as it may sound, that is why I wear them. I have been slowly transitioning from thick soled shoes to flat sandals. My feet and ankles are stronger than ever.

[@califmike2003]

well, we have a philosopher, I would have taken the council sessions over the peaks, likely to last longer.

[@leemowers9395]

Fires and floods are nothing to trifle with. There is always another lake or river, but only if you are there to enjoy it.

[@FLYALLSZN]

Agreed! I have had too many close calls already!

[@andrewuithoven7126]

Just need to drop a beat and this guy would be rapping. #wordsmithing

[@hunternelson1215]

what lake was this? should i dm you to ask?