Steelhead Trout

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"In the rhythm of fishing, there is peace"- Author unknown

You'll find a rainbow in rivers and lakes 
Cast a rod, a fly for bait 
Just one strike is all it takes 
Alongside a boulder they'll sit and wait 
"Fish on" I say...when water breaks 

A fly fisherman's ultimate fight 
A rainbow-colored steelhead trout 
To reel one in is pure delight 
"Fish on" again, we scream or shout 
With each and every catching bite 

So long, my friend...my precious prize 
Perhaps we'll meet again, we'll have to see 
If again you strike my drifting flies 
But you might just want to stay away from me 
If I hook you when your elite in size 

Your taste, my buds...don't like at all 
Aged meat- with trout, tastes old 
If I catch you again, you may be in for a long haul 
And I hope I do not sound so bold 
But I just might set you on my wall

Copyright © | Year Posted 2025



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Date: 1/19/2025 3:22:00 AM
Excellent poem. I am not a fly fisherman. I prefer live bait and some lures but I know how you feel. It is the challenge
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Date: 1/18/2025 2:57:00 PM
Charlie so that is why they call them rainbow trout aha. Beautifully done, love the rhyming the quintain makes and I love the humorous end, my friend! Wow
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Date: 1/18/2025 10:10:00 AM
Hello my friend, your poem is a lively, reflective piece about the experience of fly fishing, blending the excitement of the sport with a touch of humor and reverence for the fish caught. Through its rhythmic structure and vivid imagery, the poem captures the anticipation, struggle, and personal connection between the fisherman and the fish.
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Date: 1/18/2025 7:05:00 AM
Ah dear charles, it is so good to see you writing and posting again, your words flow so well and i love how descriptive it is: my son loves fishing, i do sometimes enjoy doing too sunset fishing with him. So the quote did hit deep. And also this reminds me of those fishermen that work so hard: Pleasure always reading you. Sending you light always
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