How Maine Fly Company Survived a Global Pandemic | Fly Fishing In The Northern Maine Wilderness 2021

[@TightLoops]

Hey guys! We're really sorry to be so distant on here. Truth is we've been battling a health issue for the past 5 months. In June we traveled to Maine to do some work and enjoy the summer in The Northeast, but shortly after completing our first gig I (Chase) fell ill with a nasty bout of bronchitis, which due to a bit of bad luck (both for natural reasons, and because our health insurance doesn't cover us outside of our home state of Montana) lingered on and on for most of the summer. It kept me incredibly fatigued, and unable to focus or do much of anything. This of course happened smack dab in the middle of our new series "For Wild's Sake" rollout, which threw a major wrench in our timeline. When we finally made it back to Montana in early fall I was diagnosed with Pneumonia, which slowly started to clear. For a blissful three or so weeks I was basically back to normal; walking/hiking 4-6 miles a day, slowly regaining my stamina and looking forward to the future after an absolutely horrific summer. Unfortunately, 2 weeks ago my symptoms returned. I'm currently on an intense regimen of antibiotics, and we're hopeful to see some improvement, but there's been little sign so far. Its been a long and awful saga, and honestly one of the hardest things has been trying to make peace with the fact that I can't work on the things that I'm most excited about. The good news is, during my three weeks of improvement I managed to get the next TWO episodes done! So you can expect episode three to be coming in hot next sunday morning, Novemember 21st, and episode 4 the following week. These two episodes will have a combined runtime of well over an hour. I had planned on it being one giant episode, but decided to split it up to give me more time to get a start on the next ones. Just bare with us, since my health is making it almost impossible to predict our level of productivity. Anyway, we figured we'd wet the appetite a bit in preparation for the series return with this short piece we made in Maine this past June, before my health started to decline. Enjoy!

[@NorthernRetreat]

Hope things improve for you. Love your work!

[@chrisperia3920]

I’m so sorry to hear this. Take care of yourself!

[@Sceptnado]

Aw that hurts to hear, get well soon man!! I love the new series and can't wait for the next episode, but glad to know you're not overworking yourself to death. Take your time and hope you feel better soon!

[@OlExtraRegularBass]

Get better than ever soon, I like watching y'all do things I can't afford.

[@lucataverna5121]

Hope you get better soon! Health first! Must admit I am looking forward to Sunday!

[@flypescaamigo7795]

No bs the best fly fishing/explorer film makers on KZbin.

[@newmoon984331]

The sound of the music under water was a first for me. great idea! exceeded my expectations again. keep up the great work!

[@TightLoops]

Thanks! Thats an old trick, but a good one for sure!

[@jacobmiller9668]

Great video. I bought two rods during the pandemic from MFC. Great quality and service.

[@VenturesWithATattedGing96]

I live in the Heart of Maine. Your videos have showed me the true beauty of this state, and has made me and my wife both want to explore wilderness adventures along with currently teaching ourselves how to fly fish for the BEST experience, you guys are awesome thank you for sharing your adventures with us!

[@TightLoops]

Aw man that’s awesome to hear! You’re super lucky to love where you live. We’re jealous! So many adventures to be had. Glad we could serve as an inspiration!

[@k25beatnik]

Yup heal sir! I and many will watch your films WHENEVER they become available. Take care of yourselves.

[@shawn595]

Sorry to hear you've been so sick Chase but you two are one of my favorite channels on KZbin. I've enjoyed your narratives, and you're one of the best videographers out there. Sending good thoughts your way.

[@tomdigangi2722]

Thanks for posting such a beautifully crafted video!

[@anthonyreikow4665]

I can watch your stuff with my grandsons. I found you folks through one of your associates that you do some stuff with but they are evolving into way too much drinking and cussing 2:53 which I really don’t want the kids seeing. I can watch your stuff with the boys and not worry. You guys really do a good job and I love your story telling abilities. By the way, I get the stuff with bronchitis; I went through a similar battle around the same time. I found some stuff that really works well and still use it today. I’m a bit older than you so it really hit me hard. Stay encouraged and God Bless you and Amy.

[@brettyoung9316]

Love the stuff you guys put out. Inspirational! Makes me want to pickup both the camera and rod. I saw a glimpse or two of what I think was an underwater housing rig for your camera. Hopefully I'll see more surface or underwater footage in the next episodes!

[@garykolanda5208]

Chase - Get well and I hope you & Aimee have a great Thanksgiving. Love your coverage of Maine Fly Co. I own one of their Little River rods and it is an awesome rod. Jeff and the team are the best.

[@TightLoops]

Thanks Gary! Its been a long road to recovery. Hopefully putting it behind me for good this time! Happy Thanksgiving!

[@Hikingindepth]

Ahhhhhh. Your videos are always like taking in a breath of fresh air. This one is really making me want to travel to Maine next year.

[@polarizedoutdoors]

let me know if you get to northern Maine again. I'd like to take you to some small, remote streams. thanks for the channel.

[@loricollins3163]

Be well the both of you…take the time you need to heal and be whole. Love your videography and story telling - we will be here when you return.

[@NorthernRetreat]

Really enjoy the photography, so beautifully done and an engaging story. Well done.👍

[@TightLoops]

Thanks!

[@kelverde]

Glad to see you guys back!

[@criagfurness8305]

worth the wait - cant wait for more !

[@ReelTales]

Was up in the allagash this past summer. Canada boarder opened and the loggers came rolling in. Crazy seeing them rip down those roads with full loads. So epic up there. Need to get back asap!

[@TightLoops]

Its pretty scary stuff to be honest! Love it up there. No other place like it in the lower 48.

[@FreakofNature1]

A shortie but a goodie! Thanks for this 🙏🍻🙌

[@mundo472]

Another terrific Tight Loops joint!!

[@_nickhill_]

First, I hope your health improves for the long-term soon. I know how frustrating it can be when you want to work on something, but you just can't due to health limitations. It's safe to say there are several of us rooting for you, take your time to get healthy and the edits will come with time. Second, this is another great one! As a creator, I absolutely love watching your videos for editing ideas and storytelling. Top-notch work as always!

[@TightLoops]

Thanks so much, Nick! Its been a long road for sure. Hopefully the worst is behind us!

[@taylorgrant4447]

Beautifully executed Aimee & Chase! Your work is such a joy.

[@how_nate_rolls4603]

I am so thrilled to see you guys back up and running! I have surely missed your brilliant content and adventurous spirits!

[@pauldonnellan6799]

Get Well Chase..thinking of you Bro..Pauly at Wilderness Coast on Fly in Australia 🤓👍🇦🇺

[@DumpsterMarcus]

Yea it’s crazy the covid made people go in the wood but it definitely didn’t stick here. I live by a rally nice preserve with nice trails. Has like 20 parking spots and during lockdown the hole lot was fills and people parking all on the roads. Now no cars again. Hope more people get out their and just have fun in nature

[@chrisperia3920]

I love your videos! They are so well done!

[@bradcorrea9963]

As a fly fisher for more than 30 plus years in the North Woods of Maine. I chase peice and serenity. And with social media and how so called influencer name drop. Spot burn. it's getting harder and harder to find a spot to get away from it all.

[@seth2869]

If anywhere has got trout eventually everybody is gonna find out

[@bostonbruins40]

Great rods! Love mine

[@pauldonnellan6799]

Loved it Bro..I know what you mean..I have just started my own Fly Fishing business here in Australia…Pauly at Wilderness Coast on Fly🤓👍

[@saginawdan]

Beautiful 🌲♥️🌲

[@TroutBrookFarms]

Love all this!

[@Paulpoission]

Yay. New content!

[@TightLoops]

and more on the way! New Episodes of For Wild's Sake are dropping starting next sunday!

[@AGuyNamedRicky]

Ayye been a while folks! Tight loops!

[@TightLoops]

We're back!

[@OlExtraRegularBass]

This video keeps breaking my cast to Chromecast.

[@troycarpenter2788]

You > KZbin. Take Care!!!

[@TightLoops]

Thanks for the reminder, Troy!

[@flypescaamigo7795]

Yeeeeesssssssaaaaaaaah

[@TroutBrookFarms]

Love all this!!