I’ve had the pleasure of sharing a beer and a boat with Ryan. Ryan is a wealth of knowledge and a great writer. He has written his first book called Tributaries. I have not read it yet but have ordered it from Island Press and look forward to reading about his adventures. Kevin McKay

To order a copy: https://www.islandportpress.com/product-page/tributaries

Tributaries is a collection of contemporary outdoor essays exploring the line between passion and obsession. Written through the lens of a late-30-something, the book explores complex, evolving relationships between fathers and sons; between fishing buddies; between anglers and guides; and between outdoorspeople and the landscapes they cherish. From the pine-encroached rivers of Maine’s Aroostook County, to the turquoise flats of Florida Bay, author Ryan Brod draws unexpected parallels between places, while introducing unforgettable characters determined to follow their outdoor passions no matter the cost. Rendered in vivid detail, Tributaries examines tensions between presence and memory, illuminating fleeting yet transcendent moments.