Jess McGlothlin

Missoula

Writer and Photographer at Freelance

Founder and Blogger at Jess McGlothlin Media

Photojournalist and writer, specializing in editorial and commercial work for fly fishing, outdoor, travel, the Mountain West, and military / news.

Articles

Dorado Cruisin': Fishing the Famed Paraná River by Mothership - Fly Fisherman

2 weeks ago | flyfisherman.com | Jess McGlothlin |Jess Mcglothlin

Affiliate Disclosure: This page contains affiliate links. We earn from qualifying purchases. This article was originally titled “Dorado Cruisin'” in the 2024 edition of Fly Fisherman’s Destinations SIP. Click here to purchase. For many anglers, golden dorados are bucket list fish. These amber-tinted predators with toothy jaws are creatures we marvel at on Instagram, add to our “someday, maybe” lists, and later come back to circle for emphasis.
Mind the Gap: Fly Fishing the Darién Gap

Jul 3, 2024 | insidehook.com | Jess McGlothlin |Jess Mcglothlin

Anthony Bourdain once said of Medellín, Colombia, “It’s ludicrous this place exists and everybody doesn’t want to live here.” It took less than a day in the city for me to feel the same, and less than a week in Colombia to realize the sentiment applied to the country itself. Everything is more alive here. Heavy with humidity, the air is cool and smells like the green hills rising up from the Aburrá Valley which houses Medellín. The colors are brighter, more saturated.
Fishing Light With The Bare Fishing Co. Sling

Jul 2, 2024 | hookandbarrel.com | Jess McGlothlin |Jess Mcglothlin
Fly Fishing Travel | Proven Solutions for Traveling With Fly Rods

Jun 10, 2024 | mensjournal.com | Jess McGlothlin |Jess Mcglothlin

A DeHavilland Beaver loaded with gear and ready for take-off. Ken BaldwinIn This ArticleGo A Little LighterFly rods are not the most intuitive items to pack for travel. Whether you’re packing for multiple days of airline travel to your dream destination or you’re loading up the car for a summer road trip, fitting in a couple awkward, roughly yard-long tubes into your luggage isn’t the easiest task. Thankfully gear manufacturers have provided several solutions for traveling anglers.
Fly Fishing Gear | Fly Box Alternatives For Traveling Fly Anglers

May 19, 2024 | mensjournal.com | Jess McGlothlin |Jess Mcglothlin

Big flies for big fishJess McGlothlinSome of the gear reviewed in this article was provided to me at no cost for evaluation. The views and assessments presented are entirely my own. In This ArticleBinder-and-Baggie CombosRoll-Type StorageUtility BoxesClassic Fly BoxesAny fly angler who has packed their bags for a destination trip can appreciate the value of space.
Fly Fishing Gear for the Female Angler | the 6 Best Sun Hoodies on the Market

May 16, 2024 | mensjournal.com | Jess McGlothlin |Jess Mcglothlin

In This ArticleFunction and Then FormI spend many months each year out in the sun, often in random hot equatorial climates. This year alone, fly fishing and work have brought me to Argentina, Mexico, Colombia, and Brazil—all wonderful places with sunshine strong enough to give one’s skin a crispy burn if not careful. Sunscreen is a great tool, sure, but I’m more and more a believer in mechanical sun coverage: a physical barrier that helps keep the sun off my skin.
Fly Fishing for Icelandic Sea-Run Brown Trout

Apr 15, 2024 | hookandbarrel.com | Jess McGlothlin |Jess Mcglothlin

Grab Your Fly Rod & Adventure To The Land Of Fire & IceFor me, Iceland poses a question. A challenge. How do you fit in here, and why are you on my shores? I've never yet set foot on the Land of Fire and Ice, as the island country is so aptly nicknamed, so I have no idea yet how I fit into the rugged landscape. As to why I'm stepping off a plane, Pelican case and rods in tow, well, that I do have an answer to. I'm here to chase sea-run brown trout.
Scientific Anglers Magnitude Clear Saltwater Fly Line: Review

Mar 4, 2024 | wideopenspaces.com | Jess McGlothlin |Jess Mcglothlin

Core fly-fishing brand Scientific Anglers just released their newest innovation, and it has (ahem) clear applications for saltwater fly anglers. For decades we've fished floating fly lines that are often colored blue, tan, beige, and even turquoise, under the guise that the colors are neutral in most saltwater environments and shouldn't cause an issue. And usually, really, it doesn't. But sometimes it does.
Discover Jurassic Lake: A Fly Fishing Adventure to Argentina for Massive Rainbow Trout

Mar 1, 2024 | mensjournal.com | Jess McGlothlin |Jess Mcglothlin

Welcome to part two of "Fishing with Jess McGlothlin." As a working photographer, writer, and angler in the fly fishing industry, I spend a good amount of time working in various lodges and destinations around the world. In this series here in Men’s Journal - The Endless Season, I’ll walk you through places I visit, sharing a few images and videos, logistics info (how do you get there, what else to do in the area), fishing intel, insider tips, and more.
The Other Argentina: Fly Fishing for Golden Dorado, Food, and Fine Wine

Feb 28, 2024 | mensjournal.com | Jess McGlothlin |Jess Mcglothlin

Kicking off a new series here, “Fly Fishing With Jess.” As a working photographer, writer, and angler in the fly-fishing industry, I spend a good amount of time in various lodges and destinations around the world. In this series here on Men’s Journal Pursuit, I’ll walk you through places I visit, sharing a few images and videos, logistics info (how do you get there, what else to do in the area), fishing intel and more.