We’ve watched Melinda Mize grow up in the fishing industry and now she’s making her own impression. It’s no surprise that she’s raising her daughters to be fiercely independent and dedicated, with a subtle unnecessary nudge toward fishing.

I recently obtained a pair of Bajio sunglasses. The quality was immediately apparent and they were stylish, too. Thanks to their mirror blue lenses they went straight into my travel bag for Guatemala. One of the company’s founders was serious female angler Marguerite Meyer – so I tracked her down to learn more about her back story and the shades on my face.