Welcome to the latest edition of the Orvis News Friday Fly-Fishing Film Festival, in which we scour the Web for the best fly-fishing videos available. This week, we’ve serve up a baker’s dozen: thriteen great videos that will take you from the North Platte Valley of Wyoming to the Kola Peninsula of Russia and from […]
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The small New Hampshire town where I grew up is within an hour’s drive of some of northeastern New England’s best striper fishing. Yet, instead of exploring the waters of Plum Island, Cape . . .
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This trailer is a “visually stunning introduction into what it takes to go after the toughest fish in fresh water, the mighty musky, with a fly rod.” The full length film is available to buy or rent via Vimeo.
Welcome to the latest edition of our weekly trivia challenge, in which we test your knowledge of all things fly fishing and where you might learn a thing or two about this sport we love. This week, . . .
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With a sparsely attended Catholic church at one end and a Taco Bell at the other, Benmont Avenue is representative of the hard times that have befallen many American mill towns. This is not the. . .
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Fred and the boys from Hooké have posted a wonderful wrap-up video from the second season of their Canadian TV show, and it features some spectacular scenery and ridiculously nice fish: . . .
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Tying on a dropper when you're on the water can be a real pain for some anglers, as Steve Moore says of this video: "Tiny tippet, big fingers and small hooks all conspire to make this aspect of . . .
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Fishpond has announced new products for their 2018 season lineup. The new packs and bags will be on display during the International Fishing Tackle Dealer (IFTD) show in Orlando, July 11-14, 2017.
Read more in the press release below.
New Packs and Bags Highlight Fishpond’s 2018 Collection
DENVER, Colo. (June 22, 2017) – Fishpond, the award-winning fishing and outdoor gear brand, is excited to introduce product highlights for the all new 2018 lineup, including the following design-driven pieces. The new Thunderhead Submersible Backpack and Lumbar packs, the Grand Teton Rolling Duffel, Gunnison Guide Pack, Arrowhead Retractor, and River Rat 2.0 will all debut at the International Fishing Tackle Dealer (IFTD) show in Orlando, July 11-14. See the entire new collection of inspired products at the Fishpond booth during the show, #5245.
Fishpond – Thunderhead Submersible Backpack
From big hikes into remote reaches of water or the urban commuter landscape of the city, this backpack keeps your most important items completely protected from the elements.
This completely submersible backpack is one of our toughest bags ever, constructed with our bombproof 1680D 100% recycled TPU coated Cyclepond nylon, a waterproof TIZIP closure, and a sturdy harness system for a more comfortable carry. This new pack is equipped to carry and protect everything you could ever need for a day on the water. Whether in the boat rolling through rapids or on your back bushwhacking along the banks, the Thunderhead Submersible Backpack is sure to keep your cameras, lunch and tackle dry. Explore with confidence knowing that the new Thunderhead Submersible Backpack will shield all of your gear from whatever Mother Nature throws your way!
MSRP: $299.95
Fishpond – Thunderhead Submersible Lumbar
A fully waterproof pack that is built with your comfort and personal gear in mind, even when you find yourself in the worst conditions.
We designed this bag for anglers who brave conditions in search of the moment when it all goes off. The clean layout gives you a simple way to organize your gear, which can range from high end cameras and boxes of hand tied flies, to your peanut butter and jelly, all of which need to stay dry. Not only does it deliver an airtight closure system with the TIZIP waterproof and submersible zipper, but it is also built for all-day comfort with padding in all the right places. Constructed out of our ultra tough 1680D 100% recycled TPU coated Cyclepond fabric, our Thunderhead is as tough as the name suggests. From deep mountain canyons to the saltwater flats, the Thunderhead Lumbar is built for your next big adventure.
MSRP: $229.95
Fishpond – Grand Teton Rolling Luggage
This travel bag was made for long adventures to far off destinations.
The Grand Tetons may well be the most rugged, iconic, and beautiful peaks in the world. So it only seemed right to identify our new innovative luggage series with this majestic range of mountains. Our quest was to design the lightest, most functional, and feature rich luggage system for multi-week adventures to all parts of the world. When you need a travel carry system to hold all of the necessary gear, The Grand Teton will do the job.
The separate bottom compartment is designed to securely hold six 4-piece rod tubes. This is in addition to your boots, waders, smaller nets, and much more. The upper main compartment for your clothing and other travel gear can be accessed from the clamshell opening for easy packing or from the top of the bag for easier access while traveling. There is just the right amount of organization outside and within.
MSRP: $399.95
Fishpond – Gunnison Guide Pack
Designed for guides who carry every color, of every size, of every stage, of every bug known to modern science.
The Gunnison Guide Pack is built to keep copious amounts of gear organized. When you make the journey down into the depths of the Gunny Gorge, you need a fishing system that will comfortably carry all of the “essentials” for long days. The Gunnison Guide Pack combines the best features of our other proven packs, with the added volume and organization to make this the go-to system for anglers who get way out there and need it all close at hand. Constructed out of our 100% recycled Cyclepond nylon material, it carries the weight comfortably and keeps all your gear out of the way while you fish. Built with an integrated net holder, places for all your largest fly boxes, water bottles, tools, and more. This is for anglers who need it all for a successful trip deep into our public lands.
MSRP: $129.95
Fishpond – River Rat 2.0
Keep your drinks cold and your stoke high
When a warm beverage is not an option, the River Rat 2.0 will be there to hold your beer. Whether tailgating or floating down the river, this is the perfect side kick! Made out of our 420D 100% recycled TPU coated Cyclepond nylon for a super durable exterior, with insulated side-walls, and the River Rat 2.0 can be used with or without the nylon neck strap to keep your drink close at hand.
MSRP: $19.95
Fishpond – Arrowhead Retractor
Quite possibly the most purposeful, elegant, and timeless piece of design by mankind is the arrowhead.
This iconic treasure brings back visions of our American identity like nothing else. We add to this legacy with a new age tool that is machined and hand-crafted in Colorado. Instead of stone, we use 6060 aerospace aluminum. This could be the most purposeful and useful tool for any angler.
MSRP: $29.95
About fishpond
Fishpond is a worldwide brand of products designed and manufactured for fishing and outdoor enthusiasts. Fishpond was created with the philosophy that innovation, design and a responsibility towards the environment from which we draw our inspiration is critical to our success.
For more information, visit www.fishpondusa.com. Connect with us via Facebook and Instagram.
Written by: Vince Puzick, Angler's Covey
What makes for a successful day on the water? A friend of mine shared some sage wisdom: a successful day on the river can be defined by how much fun the angler had. Sometimes I . . .
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Aimee and I once spent an entire summer living out of our van, gallivanting around the western United States and soaking in every bit of its wondrous beauty. But where would we go from . . .
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The Bully Bluegill Spider is the creation of fly tier Terry Wilson, and it was first introduced to the wider community in the 1999 book that Terry wrote with his wife, Roxanne, Bluegill Fly. . .
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This is one of my most favorite wet flies to fish for trout in lakes and for sea run cutthroat in the river and estuary. If you are an intermediate or advanced tyer you need not watch this video—just open … Continue reading 
All day on June 24th – Here is a link to the days events, maps, and details. – http://www.mckenzieriver.org/events/walk-the-land/
Ok, it’s really funny now that I’ve fished Baja for one week I’m now an EXPERT! Really, not trying to overstate my knowledge, but I found several fly lines that I particularly liked fishing and that performed very well, so … Continue reading On March 10-11, 2018, the Second Annual Texas Fly Fishing & Brew Festival (TFFF) will return to the Plano Centre in Plano, a mere 20 miles north of Dallas and easily accessed off Route 75. Last year more than 80 vendors filled the Plano Centre’s main exhibition hall, and attendees enjoyed numerous classes and demos in the Centre’s multiple state-of-the-art classrooms. “We’ll be returning to the Plano Centre as the location for this unique event,” says Festival Director Beau Beasley, “because of its easy access to a large population center. The facility allows us a great deal of flexibility. Our event is heavily geared toward bringing new people into the sport, so having plenty of room for hands-on instruction is vital.”
“We weren’t sure what to expect, since nothing like this had ever been attempted before in Texas,” says Greg Leftwich, co-owner of Dallas-based Four Corners Brewing Co. “We thought the idea of combining fly fishing and Texas beer was a good one, but even we were surprised at how well the idea went over. At one point people were purchasing our product so fast, we had a hard time getting it cold enough.”
An early supporter of the festival and owner of Tailwaters Fly Fishing Co., David Leake was fairly certain that the fusion of fly fishing and microbrewing would find traction among Texans, but even he admits to doubt. “Nothing is a sure thing in business, but sometimes you just have to put yourself out there and try something new to attract new customers and advance your brand. We were pleased with the outcome.”
Greg Welander, fly fishing manager for Austin-based Sportsman’s Finest, had a similar response: “I really didn’t know what to expect since it was the first year of the festival, but I was pleasantly surprised. There was a very good mix of vendors, and the public was most certainly eager to buy. We met a lot of new customers who didn’t know about us despite our store being so close to Dallas. We’re eager to return and see how the festival grows.”
Anglers interested in both local and destination sporting travel also had lots of options. In addition to Tailwaters Fly Fishing Company, additional companies like Emu Outfitters, Yellow Dog Fly Fishing Adventures, and Expedition Outfitters all took part in the inaugural event. Mike Mercer, travel sales specialist for Redding, California’s The Fly Shop was similarly pleased with the event’s first attempt to reach Southwest fly anglers. “Our store is committed to providing good customer service and meeting new clients who want to travel to unique destinations. This festival drew the very fly anglers we’re looking for; we booked trips as a result. The festival was well organized, and it was obvious a great deal of thought and effort went into meeting the needs of the public, and vendors as well.”
Festival attendees will enjoy a variety of free lectures taught by local, regional, and nationally known guides, authors, fly tyers, and speakers. Vendors last year hailed from such far-flung locales as Patagonia, Guatemala, Canada, Alaska, and of course trout-specific destinations like Colorado, Tennessee, and North Carolina. Participating vendors included such well-known brands as TFO, Sage, Hardy, Patagonia, Fishpond, NuCanoe, Fatties on the Fly, Diablo Kayaks, Jackson Kayak, Umpqua Feather Merchants, Cortland, and Chota. Nonprofit organizations such as Guadalupe River Trout Unlimited, CCA-Texas, Heroes on the Water, IFFF, and Reel Recovery were also present.
Major sponsors who have already committed to supporting the event in its second year include Dallas-based fly rod manufacturer Temple Fork Outfitters (TFO), the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation (RBFF), and Tailwaters Fly Fishing; other major sponsors as well as a full slate of speakers will be announced as the season progresses. For more information, visit www.txflyfishingfestival.org or call 703-402-8338.
When you go on a float trip with a seasoned guide, maneuvering a drift boat may seem like an easy task. But if you've ever been behind the oars yourself, you know that it isn't nearly as . . .
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Northern pike are considered one of the premier big-game targets for fly fishers, but they can be tough to find and catch and live mostly in northern waters. Chain pickerel are generally smaller, . . .
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In this great video, Tim explains why he uses wire in so many of his patterns: not only does it add flash and segmentation, but it also make flies more durable. It's frustrating when the peacock . . .
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Welcome to another installment of “Ask a Fly-Fishing Instructor,” starring our own Peter Kutzer, who works at the Manchester, Vermont, Fly Fishing School. In the video below, he answers a question from blog reader “griffjc,” who wrote, . . .
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Even with good preparation and skill, sometimes the fish just don’t bite. Via ArturVideoframes.
Written by: John Way, The Tackle Shop
It is that time of year, when everyone is salmonfly crazy around Montana. People talk in hushed tones at the bars about where the hatch is and where the trout are eating the dry fly. Of the . . .
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This time of year, many anglers and wilderness lovers are making trips into the backcountry, oftentimes in places where there are wild bears. In the vast majority of situations, humans . . .
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The latest issue of Catch Magazine, The Official Journal of Fly Fishing Photography & Film, is now available online, and it serves up the kind of great photography and video that you've come to . . .
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This week's Master Class Monday features the second part of Dave and Amelia Jensen's excellent lesson on the importance of accuracy when you're fly fishing on a small spring creek. (Click . . .
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Cotton Carrier Systems has announced the release of a new line of camera harnesses. The G3 line provides “added comfort with a more stylish, ergonomic design to keep cameras safe and accessible while allowing photographers to go hands free for total mobility.”
Read more in the press release below.
Cotton Carrier Introduces New G3 Camera Harness Line
June 15, 2017 (Vancouver, BC) – Cotton Carrier Systems announced today a new line of camera harnesses that are completely redesigned with new features, greater flexibility, and more options for active photographers. The new G3 Camera Harnesses provide added comfort with a more stylish, ergonomic design to keep cameras safe and accessible while allowing photographers to go hands free for total mobility.
New features on the G3 Camera Harnesses include popular color options in Realtree Xtra® Camouflage and Charcoal Grey, more padding on shoulder straps and back panel for balanced weight distribution, two front pockets, breathable rear stretch pocket to store extra gear, and a quieter lens stabilization strap. Plus, a new camera rain cover folds into itself to stay out of the way until it’s needed.
The Cotton Carrier’s new G3 line offers a custom fit with quick clips that make harnesses easier to put on and take off, and adjustable speed straps on the shoulder and waist bands guarantee a tailored fit. A new larger back panel distributes weight better to reduce fatigue and is now ventilated to keeps photographers cool.
This new harness line maintains Cotton Carrier’s patented Twist & Lock camera mount, which secures DSLR or Mirrorless cameras using C&C machine anodized aluminum components. The patented Universal Tripod Adapter allows for direct mounting to a tripod so equipment is always safe.
Cotton Carrier is proud to partner with Realtree to offer wildlife photographers the new G3 line using Realtree Xtra® Camouflage materials. This exclusive pattern blends in with a variety of habitats throughout the year. “We heard from a lot of wildlife shooters who loved our harnesses, but felt the black exterior was too military. So, we collaborated with the premier camo pattern makers in Realtree to upgrade our most popular line,” says Andy Cotton, Co-Founder of Cotton Carrier.
Cotton Carrier also offers the new harness line using Kodra Synthetic canvas in stylish Charcoal Grey. All models include rain shells, anodized aluminum camera hub with rubber washers, mounting bolts, tether straps, tether split-rings and an allen key.
The new redesigned camera harnesses will be available in three styles, including the CCS G3 Camera Harness-1 to secure one DSLR camera with a long lens, the CCS G3 Camera Harness-2 for one or two cameras of any body type and a variety of lenses, and the CCS G3 Camera Harness for 1 Camera and 1 Binocular which secures any size camera and holds binoculars horizontally.
“At Cotton Carrier, we are always trying to improve upon what we create. We talked with customers to find out what they wanted and redesigned our most popular harnesses to reflect requests for an easier fit, more comfortable design, added pockets and more stylish colors. We are excited to provide these upgrades to benefit photographers,” explained Brook Parker, Co-Founder of Cotton Carrier.
Pre-sale offers
For a limited time, Cotton Carrier’s new G3 Camera Harnesses for one and two cameras will be available for pre-sale at a discounted rate through the company website at www.cottoncarrier.com. Customers who order a new harness for July delivery will receive a chance to win $1,000 in the Golden Hub Contest. One lucky winner will find a gold hub camera mount in their packaging worth $1,000 (USD). Contest is open to the first 500-customers who order a pre-sale harness on the company website between June 15, 2017 and July 4, 2017 and answer a skill testing question.
About Cotton Camera Carrier Systems:
Andy Cotton worked as a Special Effects Supervisor in the film industry for over 26 years. Later, as a professional landscape photographer, he set out to design a camera-carrying solution that was comfortable, secure, and accessible – without moving parts that could fail, jam, or break. He designed Cotton Carrier Camera Systems with top-quality materials that are functional and reliable in all situations. Andy is proud to release his newest G3 Camera Harnesses to photographers worldwide. www.cottoncarrier.com
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Tim Flagler demonstrates how to tie the Renegade, a venerable attractor pattern. “The Renegade is an attractor pattern that’s been around forever,” notes Flagler. “I even read somewhere that it was Ernest Hemingway’s favorite fly, a pretty solid endorsement if you ask me.”
This short film features the sights and sounds of fly fishing for bonefish in Cuba. Via The Peacock Bass Film.
Casting for Recovery (CfR), a national nonprofit organization providing free fly fishing retreats for women with breast cancer, was honored last week as one of this year’s Everyday 100 from . . .
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Last weekend, Scientific Anglers pro-staff members Philippe Charon and Karl Beliveau took home the top prize in the Big Bass Challenge Quebec, a major bass-fishing tournament. Why is this . . .
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Welcome to the latest edition of the Orvis News Friday Fly-Fishing Film Festival, in which we scour the Web for the best fly-fishing videos available. This week, we've got fourteen great videos . . .
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My guest this week is guide Capt. David Mangum of Shallow Water Expeditions in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. He's a renowned tarpon guide, filmmaker, photographer, fly tier—and, well, the . . .
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This short film from Yeti features a fishing expedition through the alpine lakes of the San Juan high-country.
Winston Rod Company and Bauer Fly Reels have announced the welcome of Jim Murphy to their teams. Murphy will serve as Sales Manager for both companies.
Read more in the press release below.
Jim Murphy New Sales Manager for Winston
The R.L. Winston Rod Company and Bauer Fly Reels are delighted to announce that Jim Murphy, well known fly fishing industry leader, has moved from International Sales to Sales Manager for both companies.
Jim has been a product and business developer in the fly market for over 25 years. He founded three brands: Redington, Albright and Douglas. He also served as President of Hardy North America. He brings an experienced perspective of the market and its future direction to his duties at Winston. Jim has worked with Winston for the past year developing the international market. His success and fit with the team has been a natural progression into his new role as Sales Manager.
“We are excited to have Jim move into this expanded role supporting our reps and dealers. His years of experience will serve our team well. This move allows Jim to focus on sales and certainly helps the rest of the team continue to enhance the Winston and Bauer experience we diligently work to provide our customers, whether they are fisherman on the stream or dealers and shop employees.”
-Jeff Wagner, General Manager, R.L. Winston Rod Company and Bauer Fly Reels
“It is a privilege to be working with the team at Winston and Bauer. The strength of these brands and the traditions that they carry on are important to the industry and to me personally. I look forward seeing old friends and new as we all work together to continue nearly ninety years of great tackle and wonderful people.”
-Jim Murphy, Sales Manager, R.L. Winston Rod Company and Bauer Fly Reels
Along with this change we have several other organizational moves that will help us grow into the future.
Jeff McGowan is now Marketing Manager. Jeff has been wearing the hats for both sales and marketing. This move allows us to separate and focus on sales and marketing. Jeff has been an asset to the Winston and Bauer teams and we know will continue to help us grow the brands in this new role.
With the growth of the Bauer and Winston business we see a need to increase our Dealer and Customer support team to insure the Winston/Bauer quality experience. Kevin Turman, a long-time employee and dedicated member of the team, is now Dealer / Customer Service Manager and will maintain Dealer Services for international dealers/distributors as well as Eastern US.
Adam Hutchison will move from Social Marketing and Pro Services, to Dealer Services for the Western US and Pro Services. Adam has been with the Winston for 7 years in a variety of roles. We appreciate his hard work and dedication in each role.
For more information please contact Leslie Clark at 406-684 5674 or lclark@winstonrods.com.
California Trout has announced its partnership with The CamelBak Pursuit Series, which encourages people to reconnect with the natural environment. CalTrout will offer fly fishing instruction and conservation education and information to participants.
Read more in the press release below.
California Trout Partners With The CamelBak Pursuit Series
Outdoor escapes to turn your adventure daydreams into reality
San Francisco, CA, June 20, 2017 – Connecting urbanites with the wonders of the great outdoors and providing them the opportunity to learn lifelong skills and hobbies that also maximize the experience, the CamelBak Pursuit Series (www.pursuitseries.co) arrives in 2017 to encourage people to reconnect with nature and reap the benefits of the natural environment. CalTrout is proud to announce its inclusion as a fly fishing partner of the CamelBak Pursuit Series, offering fly fishing instruction and fish and watershed conservation information to event participants.
The three-day CamelBak Pursuit Series events are turning Instagram envy into reality, creating an outdoors experience like no other, where at each CamelBak Pursuit Series event, attendees, which are also known as Pursuers, will play hard, have fun and learn all of the outdoor activities and skills they’ve always dreamt about. Located conveniently just outside the urban hubs of Salt Lake City, UT and San Francisco, CA, the series’ inaugural year will see the two three-day event series touch down just north of Salt Lake City at Snowbasin Mountain Resort, UT on Aug. 11-13 and in Sanborn County Park, CA, just 50 miles south of San Francisco on Sept. 8-10. Featuring a fully customizable itinerary and options, you can; camp, glamp or rent; hike, bike or SUP. The choice is yours and the choices are endless.
Inclusive and hands-on, this new summit of exploration, connectivity and unforgettable activities is brought to you by The Outbound Collective (www.theoutbound.com), the world’s fastest growing online outdoor and travel community, and CamelBak (www.camelbak.com), an outdoor industry leader and pioneer of hand-free of hydration.
“The CamelBak Pursuit Series is a perfect opportunity to introduce fly fishing to an audience of outside-active individuals and instill in them a passion for the sport and for protecting the rivers and habitats of our native fish,” said Curtis Knight, Executive Director of California Trout.
Pursuit Series Co-Founder Julia Stamps Mallon emphasizes that, “CamelBak Pursuit Series is about showcasing the beautiful accessibility of the outdoors, so whether you’re a camper or a glamper, downhill mountain-biker or a SUP boarder, there’s an amazing activity and an enlightening experience for you. Our aim is to inspire a connection to nature, and California Trout gives Pursuers the opportunity to engage with fly fishing in the most authentic, enjoyable and educational way possible.”
More information and the full schedule for the two locations can be found online at http://www.pursuitseries.co. The CamelBak Pursuit Series is a joint venture between The Outbound Collective and Eventus Outdoors.
The CamelBak Pursuit Series:
Tickets can be purchased on the website at http://www.pursuitseries.co
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CamelBak Pursuit Series: Jess Smith, OutsidePR, Jess@Outsidepr.com, 415.565.9530
California Trout: Tracey Diaz, Calfiornia Trout, tdiaz@caltrout.org, 415-392-8887
About The CamelBak Pursuit Series: The CamelBak Pursuit Series is an event that celebrates the outdoors with action-packed weekend getaways in beautiful places. CamelBak Pursuit embraces people from all backgrounds to share in an unforgettable experience that each Pursuer can custom-tailor with activities and educational topics that range from mountain biking to kayaking to introductory seminars on photography or outdoor cooking. Participants choose from a vast number of choices and enjoy a premium experience with professional educators and the best gear.
About California Trout: California Trout is a nonprofit organization established in 1971 with a mission to ensure resilient wild fish in healthy waters for a better California. With five regional offices around the state, we bring local stakeholders together to find science-based solutions for some of California’s most complex resource issues while balancing the needs of fish and people.
This short film features the upcoming “Mile High 25” event hosted by Anglers All Fly Shop. In this unique tournament anglers compete to catch as many species of the 25 that you can in the allotted time frame” from June 24-25, 2017. Find entry information, rules and regulations here. Via Below the Canopy Media.
Fishpond has announced the welcome of longtime angler and industry veteran Russell Miller to their team. Miller will serve the brand as marketing director.
Read more in the press release below.
Fishing Industry Veteran Russ Miller Joins Fishpond Team
Denver, Colo. (June 20, 2017) – Leading fishing and outdoor brand, Fishpond, is pleased to announce that longtime angler and industry veteran, Russell Miller, has joined the brand as marketing director, effective immediately.
“We are excited to expand our team with someone who has so much expertise in this space,” said Fishpond co-owner, Ben Kurtz. “Russ is filling a recently created role for us, and we are confident that his addition will greatly propel the brand forward.”
Russ had been working in the marketing department with Sage and RIO at Far Bank Enterprises in Bainbridge Island, WA for the past five years, managing a diverse mix of brand marketing, social media strategies, consumer engagement, and more. Before moving to the Pacific North West he was plugged into the Front Range community. After graduating from the University of Colorado he guided in the area before joining up with Front Range Anglers in Boulder, CO where he really learned about specialty retail, online marketing, and e-commerce. These experiences gave Russ an understanding of the importance of great product and building long lasting relationships in the industry.
“Fishpond is a small, dynamic brand with huge potential,” said Russ. “Their design-driven product philosophy is really inspiring and I couldn’t be more excited to join the team and be at the center of the angling universe. I’m stoked to get the chance to share the great stories that are born in the Denver office.”
About Fishpond
Fishpond is a worldwide brand of products designed and manufactured for fishing and outdoor enthusiasts. Fishpond was created with the philosophy that innovation, design and a responsibility towards the environment from which we draw our inspiration is critical to our success.
For more information, visit www.fishpondusa.com. Connect with us via Facebook and Instagram.
Written by: Matthew Calderaro, Soca Cowboy
As a father, you can only dream your children will follow in your footsteps and love the things you love. In my house, fly fishing is not a hobby. It is my life, it is my business, and it is my identity. . . .
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The Renegade is one of those classic attractor patterns that doesn't necessarily look like anything in nature but has consistently caught fish for decades. With fore and aft hackles like its relative, the . . .
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In this great video, Tim demonstrates how to create a nice, neat head on any kind of fly. When I first started tying, I was often frustrated by the bulbous, oversize heads on my patterns, ruining the . . .
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In this short film Copi Vojta, photo editor of the Flyfish Journal, searches for largemouth bass at Cain Lake near Bellingham, Washington. He also talks about adapting to the fisheries of the Northwest from his native Colorado. Via 48degreesnorth.
In this week's Master Class Monday Dave and Amelia Jensen, begin a series of videos on accuracy in fly fishing. It's always a game of inches. . .
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Costa has partnered with shark research organization, OCEARCH, to release a line of limited edition sunglasses. Sales of the sunglasses will benefit OCEARCH’s mission to study and protect the ocean’s apex predators.
Read more in the press release below.
Costa Partners with Shark Research Organization, OCEARCH, on Limited Edition Sunglasses
Daytona Beach, Fla. (June 13, 2017) — Costa Del Mar, manufacturer of premium polarized sunglasses for all pursuits on the water, has partnered with OCEARCH, the world leader in scientific shark research, to create a limited edition collection of sunglasses. The collection will include three new styles, one new lens, and special edition coloration on select frames. Sales of the sunglasses will benefit OCEARCH’s mission to study and protect the ocean’s apex predators.
OCEARCH is a unique collaboration between skilled fishermen and top marine scientists. Aboard the organization’s research vessel, the M/V OCEARCH, the team captures, studies, tags and releases great white sharks back into the wild. In 2012, OCEARCH open-sourced their data, sharing the migratory patterns of the sharks they had tagged and in turn, providing content to media worldwide. They have completed 28 expeditions and tagged nearly 200 sharks since their founding.
“Costa has sponsored OCEARCH for over 11 years because the organization speaks to our core mission of protecting the oceans,” says John Sanchez, vice president of product design at Costa. “We wanted to showcase the important work they do in our glasses by illustrating the shark patterns and aquatic color-ways in our styles.”
Costa designed three new frames to reflect its commitment to OCEARCH’s mission. The Half Moon, Remora, and Rincon glasses are all named with sharks in mind. All styles boast Costa’s premium lens technologies and signature frame construction.
“Costa has been a keystone partner for us for a very long time,” remarked Chris Fischer, founding chairman and expedition leader of OCEARCH. “We rely on Costa’s lens technology when we’re on expeditions, so we are thrilled to have new styles that highlight our work.”
New frame colors were inspired by shark patterns and beach findings, yet still reflect popular existing color-ways like tortoise. There are new gray and black frame combinations, a pattern modeled off of shark’s skin, as well as an all new Seaglass color that will be available in various styles.
Costa is also pleased to announce a new lens to this collection. The Gray Silver Mirror lens is a silver mirror over a gray base, which will continue to allow users to “See What’s Out There” with superior clarity.
All limited edition OCEARCH sunglasses are now available at Costadelmar.com and at retail partners nationwide.
About Costa
As the leading manufacturer of the world’s clearest polarized performance sunglasses, Costa offers superior lens technology and unparalleled fit and durability. Still handcrafted today in Florida, Costa has created the highest quality, best performing sunglasses and prescription sunglasses (Rx) for outdoor enthusiasts since 1983.
Born on the water, Costa works hard to protect the ocean it calls home. Through programs like its Kick Plastic campaign, where the brand seeks to raise awareness about the growing plastic pollution problem threatening oceans worldwide, to serving as a long-term partner to shark research organizations like OCEARCH, Costa encourages people to help protect the Earth’s natural resources in any way they can.
Find out more on Costa’s website and join the conversation on Facebook , Instagram or on Twitter at @CostaSunglasses
About OCEARCH
OCEARCH is a recognized world leader in generating critical scientific data related to tracking (telemetry) and biological studies of keystone marine species such as great white and tiger sharks, in conjunction with conservation outreach and education at a measurable global scale. OCEARCH shares real-time migration data through OCEARCH’s Global Shark Tracker — In 2015, OCEARCH open sourced the data on the Global Shark Tracker to 2.3 million users. OCEARCH also inspires current and future generations of explorers, scientists, and stewards of the ocean through its STEM Learning Program. The free STEM Curriculum, available for grades K-8 and created in partnership with Landry’s, Inc. enables students to learn STEM skills while following the real-time data on the movements of their favorite sharks. The researchers OCEARCH supports work aboard the M/V OCEARCH, a 126′ Cat powered vessel equipped with a 75,000 lb. hydraulic research platform, where the ship serves as both mothership and at-sea laboratory. Scientists have approximately 15 minutes of access to live, mature sharks to conduct up to 12 studies. The sharks are measured, tissue and blood samples are collected, and satellite and acoustic transmitters are attached. Over 113 researchers from 59 regional and international institutions have partnered with OCEARCH.
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