HATCH OUTDOORS TFFJ AD 2015

June 23, 2015 by Bryan Gregson

HATCH OUTDOORS SUMMER AD
Seen in The FlyFish Journal 2015

It’s not all blue skies and calm seas when on location. You can’t predict the weather, or the fish, ever. When you’re in the business of getting the shot regardless, well, this was one of those days when you make it happen. Flat light, blowing wind, choppy water are no match for great attitudes, good anglers and impressive guides.

This image here was shot at Turneffe Flats. Guide “Dubs” poling in nuking wind getting Mille Paini into position to make the cast. The stars aligned and we were able to nail the shots wee needed. Ironically, many images from this day made it to commercial Ad or editorial prints. A great team effort!

+ Hatch Outdoors: http://www.hatchoutdoors.com/
+ Turneffe Flasts Lodge: http://www.tflats.com/
+ Millie Paini: http://www.patagonia.com/us/ambassadors/fly-fishing/millie-paini/86986

UNDERWATER JELLIES

June 12, 2015 by Bryan Gregson

UNDERWATER JELLIES
Caribbean, Belize

These are just a few of the many species of jellyfish found in Belize. Yes, there are a few species that can pack a deadly punch and give this specie a bad name. But for the majority of them, they are gentle creatures and you can easily out swim one. I know the second image (black and white photo) is referred to as a “Moon Jelly” but I am not certain of the other.

HATCH OUTDOORS NEW WEBSITE

June 8, 2015 by Bryan Gregson

IMAGES FOR HATCH OUTDOORS NEW 2015-2016 WEBSITE
Published Commercial Website

The crew over at Hatch Outdoors has revamped their website. It’s full of new photos, new products and their top-notch standard of sleek machining and bomber-engineering that Hatch is known for. Their new site is LIVE! It’s great to see a handful of my images made the cut and relive those memories once again.

Head over to the new HATCH OUTDOORS website now

BAMBOO CHICKEN: GREEN IGUANA

May 16, 2015 by Bryan Gregson

BAMBOO CHICKEN
Green Iguana, Belize River

These lizards are unique and ancient. They have a third eye, have a crazy thing called a Jacobs Organ and can hold their breath underwater for over 20 minutes. These dinosaurs have an evolved a set of sophisticated sensory mechanisms constantly analyzing and evaluating it surroundings for survival. The “Itzamna” was also incorporated into Maya religious beliefs and represented a symbol of life for the rivers and the tropical rainforests for many generations.

One of the most serious threats to this species has been brought about by the destruction of their natural habitat; along with harvest and pollution their numbers are in decline.

SNOOK: BELIZE

May 14, 2015 by Bryan Gregson

SNOOK: BELIZE
Belize River Lodge, Belize

One cold rainy morning in Belize we found ourselves casting topwater crease flies to dozens of aggressive snook along the mangroves. Each explosion on the surface was followed by loud chatter and lots of laughter, having the time of our lives. We forgot it was cold and raining.

UNDERWATER TARPON

May 4, 2015 by Bryan Gregson

UNDERWATER TARPON
Caye Caulker, Belize

I had the chance to jump in the water and swim with a school of Tarpon in Belize. It was a great experience, one I will never forget.

SEA SERPENT | GREEN MORAY EEL

May 2, 2015 by Bryan Gregson

SEA SERPENT | GREEN MORAY EEL
Hol Chan Marine Reserve, Belize

Hol Chan is also the habitat of a large moray eel population. With 5 different morays, the Green Moray is the largest specie of Moray eels. It’s been said the green moray is not green in color it’s actually brown. The yellow tint of the mucus that covers its body, along with the drab background color, gives the fish its characteristic uniform green color.

HORSE EYE JACKS | HOL CHAN MARINE RESERVE

April 29, 2015 by Bryan Gregson

A SCHOOL OF HORSE EYE JACKS
Hol Chan Marine Reserve, Belize

This image was taken in the Hol Chan marine reserve off the coast of Belize. Hol Chan is Mayan for “little Channel”. The reserve is home to over 160 species of fish, along with nearly 40 species of corals, 5 sponges, 8 algae, 2 sea grasses, 3 marine mammals and 3 species of endangered sea turtles… and giant schools of fish! After a long tough battle, the reserve was established in July 1987 and enforcement of the regulations began in 1989.

NEXT STOP… BELIZE!

November 9, 2014 by Bryan Gregson

NEXT STOP… BELIZE!!
Yellow Dog Flyfishing Adventures Belize Tour

Bags are packed, headed to the plane. Next stop, salt and sun!
+ Yellow Dog Flyfishing Adventures: http://www.yellowdogflyfishing.com/

BELIZE CUDA

November 5, 2014 by Bryan Gregson

BELIZE CUDA
Toothy Critter

Packing for Belize, it’s almost time to go. I am looking forward to the salt and the sand … and cudas! Barracuda are one of my favorite fish to catch: acrobatic, aggressive, fast, strong and love to eat. See ya soon!