Are you a nomad?
Main Entry: no·mad
Pronunciation: \ˈnō-ˌmad
Function: noun
1 : a member of a people who have no fixed residence but move from place to place usually seasonally
2 : an individual who roams about
NA : an angler who has no fixed residence but moves from stream to stream seasonally in search of anything that would put a bend in a rod.
If this discription describes you...welcome to our culture!
In 1990 a retail inspired gentleman set out to set up a fly fishing shop to serve the Greater Lansing area. The intent and focus of the shop was to serve customers with high quality goods and a knowledgeable staff. That shop was M. Chance Fly Fishing Specialties. The shop succeeded in its goals for over 15 years until a changing of a guard.
In 2005 the shop was purchased by Brian Bielecki, a former staffer of many years. The focus of the shop remained to provide a high level of service with exceptional goods. In the fall of 2007 it became apparent that in a new world of box stores and digital information, the shop would have to put a better emphasis on not only living up to its reputation, but finding a way to better stand out in a world of mediocrity.
When attempting to find an identity that fit not only the Shop, but the customers that it represents, one thing became apparent. We as fly anglers and outdoorsmen and women are constantly searching for new ways. From the traditional trout purist, passionate fly tiers, to the new age steelhead aficionados, Nomad Anglers describes us all.
As defined by the word, as Nomads, we seek out fishing opportunities both near and far. Chasing trout in the spring and early summer, with salmon and steelhead filling in the cooler months, warm water locally and traveling abroad in search of trophy adventures.
Nomad Anglers is here to help guide you through the journey.
Brian Bielecki -
Owner
Brian is a graduate from Michigan State University
that wanted to turn his passion into a job. Brian formally managed
M.Chance Flyfishing Specialties while he was in school and enjoys
fishing for just about anything that will put a bend in the rod.
He is the instructor for both fly casting and fly tying classes and has had the opportunity to fish all over the world.
His motto for the shop is that "no question is a dumb question"
when it comes to fly fishing. Whether it is a question you have
or a fish story to tell you'll find a listening ear with him.
Dave Bielecki -
Sales
Dave is from
Grand Rapids, Michigan and is currently a college student. He
has spent time guiding at Silver Salmon Creek lodge in Alaska.
Besides his knowledge of the Alaskan fishing, he also has a wealth
of information about Michigan fisheries and fly fishing in Salt
Water. His latest Nomadic urge landed him in New Zealand.
Mel Comeau - Sales
Mel Comeau
has a vast number of years under his belt in the sport of fly
fishing. Mel prefers to fish the small streams, stalking spooky
trout with light tackle. Mel also is knowledgeable in tying a
number of patterns. He has been an active member in Trout Unlimited
for number of years. His enthusiastic love of fishing and the
outdoors make him a welcome addition.
Todd White - Sales
Todd is an entomology grad student from Michigan State University. Is is a very passionate fly tier that uses his knowledge of entomology to create some incredible bugs. Todd has fish most of Michigan his entire life and has had the opportunity to fish parts of Alaska during numerous research projects he's participated in there. Todd is quite the asset for the Nomad staff. Any bug questions should be directed toward him.
