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He may have been raised in Austin, the grandson of musicians Terry and Jo Harvey Allen, but Calder’s original goal was to simply become a fly fisherman.—Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 4 May 2026 The surrounding San Juan Mountains are also a mecca for backcountry fly fishermen due to the sheer number of creeks and small streams in its wilderness areas.—Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 23 Apr. 2026 Calling these things bobbers or floats is highly provocative to a fly fisherman.—Bryan Hendricks, Arkansas Online, 22 Feb. 2026 Where To Shop Check Out Fly Fishing Gear Boca Grande Outfitters has been in operation since 2004 and is the spot for fly fisherman to get kitted out.—Meredith Lindemon, Southern Living, 9 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fly fisherman