Fly-fishing the Arctic Circle to Tasmania

“James White brings to fishing what is often missed. Ask about a trip of most and the question, ‘Catch anything?’ is the most common inquiry. Not for James. He doesn’t look at fishing as catching. He doesn’t look at it myopically. He looks at fishing as an experience that brings him and all of life together in the human journey.”


—Mark Henry Miller, author





“James White’s adventures, commitments, and insights make this book an excellent read with lively stories and James’ thoughtful reflections on friendship, fly fishing, and God. I was privileged to have James White as my minister. His spirit of inquiry, challenge, and devotion come together in this book.”


—Pam Shockley-Zalabak, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs





“James White wades into the adventures of his life with a fly rod in one hand and the Bible in the other. Drawing from journals and vintage snapshots, White recounts fishing trips around the world in the warm and engaging voice he uses to tell stories around a campfire.”


—David L. Weddle, Professor Emeritus of Religion, The Colorado College





“As one fortunate enough to be a member of James’ fly fishing family, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing the wit, wisdom, and humor of this gifted storyteller. . . . The true significance of these stories lies in the fact that they are viewed through the prism of his faith and his own experience of the ‘holy tug’ of God’s Spirit.”


—Ron Dunn, Retired United Methodist Pastor





“Jimmy White . . . can cast a fly, row a boat, and spin a yarn all in the name of angling adventure, like no one that has graced the bow of my boat.”


—Ron Granneman, Elected Year 2000 Legendary Guide For Outstanding Performance in Fresh Water Sport Fishing, National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame