ABOUT TOM KEER

Tom Keer is a freelance writer, editor, and columnist who focuses his attention on active outdoor sports. As a content creator he’s written advertising copy, film and video scripts, and blogs for a wide variety of outlets. His first book, The Fly Fishers Guide to the New England Coast, was released January 2011, and he lives and writes from his home on Cape Cod, Massachusetts.

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Tom Keer’s work can be found in a variety of publications:

For samples of work, visit www.linktr.ee/TomKeer.

Digital Media

Field and Stream, Outdoor Life, Field Ethos, Ducks Unlimited, Meateater, NRA Hunter’s Leadership Forum, Beretta USA, Progressive Insurance, Sport Fishing Magazine, Fly Fishing International, Remington Outdoor Foundation, Matador Network, Gundog Central, Gun Dog Magazine, Hunting Life, SportDOG, SNEWS, Game and Fish, The Wading List, New England Boating and Fishing, Rivers and Feathers, MidCurrent, SportDog, My Grizzly, Sporting Classics Daily, Shotgun Life, GoFISHn, GoHUNTn, Art & Gator, Take Me Fishing

Editors’ Comments

“Simply put, Tom is an editor’s best friend–great ideas, clean copy, and always on time. He’s been my go-to writer amid many deadline crises.”
-Gerry Bethge, Deputy Editor, Outdoor Life/Field & Stream

“Well-researched content, vast amounts of his own experience, delivering everything in a complete package…very early on when working with Tom, I went from reading his copy as an editor to reading it as a fan.”
-Jake Smith, Editor, The Pointing Dog Journal, The Retriever Journal, Just Labs

“Tom Keer has been a voice of the outdoors for decades. His fly fishing, hunting and conservation work can be found in every quality sporting publication in existence. His vast knowledge of the outdoors offers solid insight and unique perspectives on everything from bird dogs to habitant restoration. Keer has covertly been an asset to the outdoors and the outdoor industry for almost three decades. We are proud to have him on our team.”
-Joe Ballarini, Editor-in-Chief, Tail magazine and Strung magazine

“Somewhere along the line Tom Keer figured out that turning his journalistic eye to the outdoors results in writing that is humble, insightful and refreshing. Keer has a way of crafting a story that is compelling and authentic. I’m proud to have him on our team.”
-Ryan Sparks, Editor, Strung magazine

“Tom Keer challenges the clichés. On the one hand, he’s a consummate outdoorsman who loves his dogs the way we all should, while on the other he is an expert leader, strategist, manager and author. That he can live both lives with apparent ease is a tribute to his character and talent. The world needs more Tom Keer.”
-Peter Ryan, Author of Wild South

“I work with new writers on a daily basis, and suffice it to say, this is the first recommendation I’ve ever written. Not only did Tom whip me up a stellar piece but he seemingly whipped it up out of thin air, adhered to my client’s strange requests seamlessly, and to top it off, acted as if this level of professionalism was totally normal. I wish. He should add ‘magician’ to his profile. But in seriousness-when it comes down to it, I’d jump at the chance to work with Tom again.”
-Jacqueline Kehoe, Lead Branded Content Editor at Matador Network

“It’s a pleasure receiving articles from Tom. They’re always on time, clean, tight, well-illustrated and complete.”
-Scott Mayer, Editorial Direction, Sporting Classics

“Tom Keer has been with The Wading List from its beginning setting the bar high for other writers in the world of fly fishing. His pieces Fishing the Cape Code Flats for Striped Bass and ‘Cause I Love that Dirty Water – Fly Fishing Boston Harbor have been two of the most read stories of all time. That is for a reason: Tom takes the reader on a journey far beyond fly fishing and makes him experience the adventure and excitement of fly fishing as if he was there. Looking forward to working with Tom in the future.”
-Leonard Schoenberger, The Wading List

“Tom has been a fantastic addition to the TakeMeFishing.org blog team. He’s knowledgeable in fishing and boating technique and culture, and always brings interesting and engaging ideas to the table. Tom is enthusiastic about his work and he’s very easy to work with, whether writing on assigned topics or coming up with his own.”
-Stephanie Vatalaro, Take Me Fishing

“Tom is a treasure among freelance writers in our field, not just in his professionalism but in his excellence as a writer. He is superbly knowledgeable about his subject matter and always tells his story in a style that will engage his reader while illuminating meaning. His sense of humor, creative voice and generous spirit sets him above the industry standard when it comes to outdoor writers. Beyond fulfilling his assignments, Tom’s genuine interest in the publications he writes for is unique.”
-Nancy Anisfield, Former Senior Editor, The Upland Almanac

“Tom Keer is the brightest new light in saltwater writing. He is especially knowledgeable on the best saltwater gear and how to use it.”
-John Randolph, Publisher Emeritus, Fly Fisherman

Readers’ Comments

“Tom has the ability to clearly convey his knowledge into a precise and easily understood writing style. This coupled with his witty humor makes him one of our favorite writers.”
-Barry and Cathy Beck, Authors & Photographers, www.barryandcathybeck.com

“Tom Keer is obsessed with three things: fly fishing, wingshooting, and the English language. It’s a combination that produces engaging and passionate words about engaging and passionate sports.”
-Jim McLennan, Author & Speaker, www.mclennanflyfishing.com

“With my sincerest apology, I wanted to write you weeks ago to Thank You for the mention of FIELDSPORT in your article on Fly fishing & Wingshooting Schools in America. Your article was very well written and did a great job of portraying the learning experience of recreational fly fishing and wingshooting sports across our great country.”
-Brian Bilinski, FIELDSPORT LTD.

“I’ve enjoyed a number of Tom Keer’s articles and just yesterday signed up for a subscription to The Upland Almanac. My girlfriend and I have a 16-month-old Cesky Fousek, who is becoming quite the bird dog. I know we’ll “all” enjoy the Almanac immensely!”
-Tony Ferragamo, Reader’s Comment to Editor in The Upland Almanac

“As a brand-new subscriber and a recent convert to fly fishing, and having just relocated to Wilmington, North Carolina, the August-September issue was a double bonus. I read Capt. Set Vernon’s article on fishing the Cape Fear region and, having met him and fished with him, I found him to be an excellent guide and instructor. Tom Keer’s piece on “Fish Shacks” (if they can be called that) made me homesick. Having lived on Cape Cod for 35 years I know full well the fishing opportunities that abound. Seeing the angler’s stripping basket on the lead photo and the attached sticker left no doubt that he was a Cape Codder. Thank you for a great publication.”
-Excerpt from Saltwater Fly Fishing “Backcasts”, Michael O’Malley, Wilmington, NC

Comments about Tom’s Book, Fly Fisher’s Guide to the New England Coast

“Excellent book (Fly Fishers Guide to the New England Coast) written by a friend of mine. Few people know the coast of New England as well as Tom Keer. Experienced anglers will learn something new and those new to the sport and the New England coast will tap into Tom’s years of fly fishing experience.  Tom’s intimate knowledge of this area’s fishery will shorten the learning curve for both seasoned and novice anglers alike.”
-Captain Curt Jessup, Cape Cod, Massachusetts

“Wilderness Adventures Press Inc. has published dozens of must-have books for the fly-angler’s library. Titles include everything from Flyfisher’s Guide to Alaska to Flyfisher’s Guide to Wyoming – and seemingly everything in between. For its latest, Flyfisher’s Guide to the New England Coast, Wilderness Adventures called on celebrated fly-angler Tom Keer.

In this guide, Keer doesn’t leave anything in question, covering what anglers need to know to successfully fish the coasts of Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine. The book is filled with technical information on how to catch popular species like stripers, bluefish, weakfish, false albacore, bluefin tuna and more. He also goes in depth on fishing specific parts of the region and gives information valuable to visiting anglers. This is certainly a can’t-miss for anyone with an interest in fishing Northeastern waters.”
-Book Review from Fly Fishing in Saltwaters

“This book is fantastic. It provides specific tips and locations throughout New England so that both beginning and advanced anglers can maximize their chances at landing salt water species. It is truly comprehensive. Maps are included that are particularly helpful and easy to read. Mr. Keer’s writing style is engaging and educational. You get the feeling that he really wants YOU to catch more fish. He avoids “the attitude” displayed by so many fly-fisherman and presents information that is helpful to all skill ranges. If you want to fish New England saltwater for the first time, learn more tactics, or learn about specific locations in New England look no further. This is your book.”
-Cabe Loring, South Carolina

“Tom Keer has written the perfect guide to finding great fishing on New England’s coast. This book will be under my arm this year as I travel the coast and chase some fish. Informative and fun — it’s a must-have book for fly and light-tackle fishers.”
-Beaver Shriver, Pennsylvania

Contact Tom

By Email: tom@thekeergroup.com
By Phone: 617-413-7716