Resolutions of the Rod and Reel by Marshall Nych photos by the author The first day of the calendar is one of celebratory reflection when, after a concert of noise makers and Auld Lang Syne, we share hopes of health for loved ones and declarations of selfbetterment. Such commonly created lofty standards are coined New Year's resolutions. These pledges from our personal lives can be applied to facets of our fishing. Rod and reel resolutions can pertain to fishing goals, statistics, or trying new things. I invite you to sort through the following tackle box of resolutions. I also encourage tying a few on for 2021. First time fishing Share the passion for fishing by introducing someone new to fishing this year. Most assume mentor-apprentice relationships must involve children. Although a child is a wonderful person to take to the water, anglers can recruit anyone to try fishing. The new fishing buddy can be a 8 Pennsylvania Angler & Boater * January/February 2021 Share the passion for fishing by introducing someone new to fishing this year. www.fishandboat.comhttp://www.fishandboat.com