Tailwater Tribe

Laurie and I left Gulfport New Year’s Day for Heber Springs, Arkansas.   We arrived at 5:00 p.m. and I began to unpack our gear.   A “deer in headlights” look came into my eyes when I realized I’d forgotten Laurie’s waders and boots.   After the initial shock of disbelief and thoughts of defeat, I remembered a trip I made to this same destination a few years back.   I forgot my waders and boots and borrowed a pair of each from Jed Holliman at the Little Red Fly Shop.   Jed saved my trip that weekend in a most gracious way.   Unfortunately, the LRFS closed its doors a few years back. The Little Red Fly Shop back in the day.  RIP: What a great shop! The Little Red Fly Shop today:  Unfortunately, it is now Chuck's Steak House, which I'm sure is a great place to eat                 “Ozark Angler,” I said.   “We’ll call and see if they can help.” Laurie was skeptical but I was optimistic as I rigged rods and organized gear for the next day. The Ozark Angler has