Tradition and Tackle


“Short Shorts” Block, 2:45PM Friday

Runtime: 5:23   Ratio: 16:9  Language: English

To Lee Orr, fly fishing isn't really about catching fish. It's about standing in a stream of tradition. As part of his embrace of that tradition, Orr taught himself to build traditional bamboo fly rods in his basement workshop. All it took was some hand tools — and a whole lot of time.

Produced in Charleston, WV


Director - Zack Harold

Zack Harold is a ninth-generation West Virginian. He began his career writing for newspapers and magazines, and now works as a freelance radio producer and filmmaker. In his free time, he continues his search for the perfect West Virginia hotdog.