12/09/2025
Here’s a sneak peek at a new batch of Neshobe Nets handles that will be on display this week at the Brandon Winter Village! ❄️🐟
These handcrafted net handles feature detailed trout engravings, each one burned into locally sourced hardwoods. Every handle is shaped, sanded, and finished by hand — making each net a one-of-a-kind piece of functional art inspired by the Neshobe River.
🛍️ Winter Village Hours This Week:
• Thursday (12/11): 4–8 pm
• Friday (12/12): 4–7 pm
• Saturday (12/13): Noon–7 pm
If you’re looking for a unique holiday gift for the angler in your life — or a handcrafted piece to treat yourself — be sure to stop by and check them out!
12/05/2025
Looking for the perfect gift or maybe feeling like treating yourself? 🎁🐟
Come on out tonight and check out Neshobe Nets! I’ll be set up with a full selection of handmade, Vermont-crafted fishing nets, each one built right here in Brandon and inspired by the Neshobe River.
Whether you’re shopping for a fly angler in your life or upgrading your own gear, this is a great chance to grab something truly unique and built to last.
Stop by, say hello, and support small-batch local craftsmanship!
12/04/2025
If you missed Moonlight Madness last night in Brandon, no worries — you’ve got plenty more chances to catch Neshobe Nets this month!
I’ll be set up in this booth for the remainder of December and the booth will be open. Here’s when I’ll be set up with custom-crafted fishing nets perfect for gifts, gear upgrades, or treating yourself:
📅 Upcoming Dates:
• 12/5 — 4–7pm
• 12/6 — Noon–7pm
• 12/11 — 4–8pm Moonlight Madness
• 12/12 — 4–7pm
• 12/13 — Noon–7pm
• 12/19 — 4–7pm
Stop by, say hello, and check out some Vermont-made craftsmanship inspired by the Neshobe River.
11/29/2025
About a year ago I decided to try Klingspor abrasives in my net-building workflow, just to see if they were any different. Honestly, I was surprised. They didn’t clog or burn as quickly as what I’d been using, and they seemed to cut cleaner and last longer while I shaped and finished net handles.
I’m not saying you have to switch, but if you’re doing a lot of sanding—especially on hardwoods—it might be worth trying something new. These ended up sanding faster and staying sharper for me, so they’ve become my go-to in the shop. Always nice when a small change makes the process a little smoother.
10/31/2025
🎃🐟 Halloween Catch & Release! 🐟🎃
Just because trout harvest season ends today doesn’t mean the fishing fun is over! Some of the best action of the year happens right now during the catch and release season.
This stunning Neshobe River brown trout was caught and released by a customer using a Neshobe Net — proof that the fall bite is alive and well. 🍂
Keep fishing, stay spooky, and treat yourself to time on the water this Halloween! 👻🎣
📸: Alan Moorhouse
