Here's a great how-to video from my friend Carl McNeil, a New Zealand filmmaker and casting instructor best known for his "Once in a Blue Moon" and "Casts That Catch Fish." Here, he. . .
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Here's an absolutely gorgeous video about a man's love for his home water and his desire to share the magic with the next generation--his daughter, Amelia. Paul Weiss does a great job of . . .
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In this week's Master Class Monday video, Conway Bowman shows how to catch largemouth bass in "bad neighborhoods," using sinking lines to get down to where bass may be hiding. Catching . . .
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I occasionally receive a fishing book that really strikes my fancy as being totally original, and last winter I was lucky enough to get an advance copy of The Feather Thief, by Kirk . . .
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In this short film, view beautiful footage of remote B.C. streams holding big bull trout.
This short film features footage of a beautiful early morning on a small stream. Via Julien Lgd.
About a year and a half ago, Utah filmmaker Gilbert Rowley released a video called “Modern Nymphing,” in which Devin Olsen and Lance Egan shared their knowledge of “European" nymph . . .
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The most popular casting video that Pete Kutzer has ever done is "The Basic Fly Cast" (below), which has been viewed almost 1.2 million times. But I am a big believer that people learn in . . .
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In this episode of Redington’s new series “In The Loop,” host Bob Frankfurter “goes over the signs of spawning fish and how to avoid them, to help maintain a healthy fish population in your favorite body of water.”
In early September, Joey Mara and Daniel Silverberg headed to Yellowstone National Park on a mission to explore the Yellowstone River and its backcountry. It was an eventful trip, as they . . .
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Welcome to another 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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Written by: Dave Brown, Dave Brown Outfitters
I love talking with clients during booking season.They are stoked about planning a trip, and so am I.The conversation often starts off about time frames, rivers, and lodging, of course, and we. . .
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Jennifer Cornell is a co-owner of Reel Women Fly Fishing Adventures, a guiding operation run by women anglers. (Her partner is Lori-Ann Murphy.) From June through October, Jennifer. . .
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A small stream and large grayling come together in this beautiful short film. Via FMAO Productions.
Scientific Anglers has announced the hiring of Jeff McGowan as national sales manager. “Jeff brings with him more than a decade of selling experience, customer care, and sales management in the action sports and outdoor industry,” said president Brad Befus.
Read more in the press release below.
Jeff McGowan Joins Scientific Anglers as National Sales Manager
Midland, MI (APRIL 24, 2018) — Scientific Anglers, the market leader in fly lines, leader, and tippet, is proud to announce the hire of Jeff McGowan as national sales manager. In this new role, Jeff will be responsible for the sales management and leadership of the independent dealers, national accounts, distributors, and pro guide sales channels. In addition, Jeff will oversee the Scientific Anglers customer service team in Midland, Michigan, as well as management of the nine independent sales representative groups that cover the US market.
“We are extremely excited to have Jeff joining the Scientific Anglers team in Midland. Jeff brings with him more than a decade of selling experience, customer care, and sales management in the action sports and outdoor industry,” said president Brad Befus. “His sales experience, industry relationships, and ability to keep his finger on the pulse of the fly-fishing industry trends will be a tremendous asset to our organization and all Scientific Anglers dealers and brand ambassadors. We are confident Jeff is the perfect person to lead our US sales organization for many years to come.”
For the last several years, Jeff served as the sales and marketing manager for R.L. Winston Fly Rods, based in Twin Bridges, Montana. He is a Montana native with an addiction to the outdoors and looks forward to joining the SA team in Michigan.
“It’s an honor to be joining the Scientific Anglers team. I look forward to contributing to their continuing success,” said McGowan. “As an industry leader, the future of SA will carry on its tradition of innovation while identifying new opportunities that will bring excitement and a sensability to the market.”
About Scientific Anglers
Founded in 1945 in Midland, Michigan, Scientific Anglers has been an industry leader in the development of fly lines, leaders, tippets, reels, and accessories for more than 70 years. Scientific Anglers developed the modern floating fly line and pioneered the use of textured technologies in fly-line construction.
Welcome to the latest installment of the Wednesday Wake-Up Call, a weekly roundup of the most pressing conservation issues important to anglers. Working with our friends at Trout Unlimited, . . .
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Written by: Michael O'Brien
When Miranda and I met about six years ago, she wasn’t interested in the outdoors. She had fished and even done some hunting when she was younger, but she didn’t keep up with it through high . . .
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Many steelhead anglers consider swinging flies the ultimate way to catch these silver rockets, and more and more Great Lakes anglers are adopting the technique. Here are two great how-to . . .
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The proper way to tie a Catskill-style dry fly has been the subject of many debates and even the cause of a few feuds over the years. You'd be amazed by how passionate a grown man can . . .
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The video above is pretty funny, but it has a serious message: steer clear of spawning trout, even though they may look easy to catch. (Warning: some sexual innuendo in the video.) In many . . .
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The latest issue (number 35) of Tail fly fishing magazine is focused on "female contributors who are each making their mark on saltwater fly fishing in different ways." Guest editor Alex Lovett. . .
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Last week, we posted the first three videos in a great new series called "Getting Started in Fly Fishing," from Brian Flechsig of Mad River Outiffters in Columbus, Ohio. In Episode 4, Flechsig . . .
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Many patterns, such as the Adams, call for a tail made from mixed hackle fibers. Attempting to hand-mix these tiny fibers can drive you nuts and result in a tail that looks messy and unkempt. Here, . . .
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This short film features beautiful footage of a trip to Maine’s Moosehead region to fly fish for brook trout. Via Tight Loops.
Tomorrow, a host of anglers, conservationists, and business owners will take to the podium in the nation's capital to participate in an event about how we must protect the Everglades. The . . .
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The best trout are often in places where other anglers don't even attempt to make a cast. In this video, Dave Jensen shows you how to cast in heavy brush, using the steeple cast and also a . . .
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Written by: Peter Laurelli
Over four years ago, I wrapped up SIFF13: Islands, and started a new season filming for what I thought would be the next annual project. Four years later, it's finished. Within those four years, . . .
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This week, I chat with Amelia Jensen, perhaps the best trout-spotter I have ever seen. I have always thought I was pretty god at seeing trout in the water, but Amelia can see fish I would never have . . .
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This video features great footage of backcountry brook trout fishing in Minnesota. Via Blue Forest Films.
A new book, The Feather Thief by Kirk Wallace Johnson, looks at “the natural history heist of the century.” The book centers around the crime committed when Edwin Rist stole rare bird specimens from the British Museum of Natural History for the purpose of selling to anglers for tying salmon flies. Stuart Pimm reviews the book in Nature.
Along with providing convenient storage for fishing accessories, the MagniTyer Fishing Pouch includes a Fresnel magnifying lens that enlarges up to 300%, making it an ideal piece of gear for any angler with vision limitations.
Read more in the press release below.
The Unique MagniTyer Fishing Pouch
Combines Storage with a Magnifying Lens That Enlarges 300%
Makes Seeing & Tying Knots in Fishing Line Easier
SANDWICH, MA – MARCH 2018 Designed for any fisherman with vision problems, the MagniTyer Fishing Pouch combines a large (@35 sq. in.) fold-down Fresnel magnifying lens that enlarges up to 300% with convenient storage for fishing accessories. With a strong, adjustable neck strap and sewn in belt loops, the MagniTyer Fishing Pouch can be positioned in front of the chest making the two storage pockets easily accessible for essential fishing gear while wading or fishing from a boat. It is especially suited for kayak fishing where physical space and mobility are limited.
Each MagniTyer Fishing Pouch is cut and stitched from water-resistant 12 oz. canvas here in the USA. There are two storage compartments – one accessible from the top and the other from the side. Each is secured with Velcro closures and measures about 8” w x 5” t. There are also four metal grommets for adding more accessories as needed.
Fully opened, the MagniTyer Fishing Pouch measures 9.5” wide x 15” tall and folds to only 7” tall.
If you would like more information about this product, please call Barry Haskell at 508-296-5999, or email him at info@magnityer.com. To order online, go to www.MagniTyer.com.
The Outdoor Sportsman Group has announced the promotion of Ross Purnell to publisher of Fly Fisherman. Purnell will also continue work as the magazine’s editor.
Read more in the press release below.
Outdoor Sportsman Group Promotes Ross Purnell to Publisher of Fly Fisherman Magazine
DENVER (April 9, 2018) – Outdoor Sportsman Group’s Fly Fisherman magazine has named Ross Purnell as its new publisher. The announcement was made today by Outdoor Sportsman Group Publishing and Branded Media Chief Operating Officer, Michael Carney.
Purnell also will continue to function as the magazine’s editor, a role he’s filled since July 2008. He has been on the editorial staff of the magazine since July 1996.
“Ross has more than 30 years of history with Fly Fisherman,” Carney said. “He learned to fly fish from its pages, became a guide and a magazine advertiser, and has a broad range of publishing experience in the digital and multimedia world. His passion for the sport and his relationships in the industry make him uniquely suited to guide Fly Fisherman through its 50th anniversary celebrations and beyond.”
Purnell lives in Palmyra, Pennsylvania and works in the Outdoor Sportsman Group’s Harrisburg office. He has travelled the world with a fly rod and is also an avid rock and ice climber. If he’s not on top of a mountain, he’s down in the valley with a fly rod in his hand.
About Outdoor Sportsman Group: As a premier destination for the most avid outdoors enthusiasts, Outdoor Sportsman Group is widely recognized for its strong special-interest multichannel brands, including Fly Fisherman, In-Fisherman, Florida Sportsman, and Game & Fish along with 11 other leading magazines that reach more than 28 million readers. Outdoor Sportsman Group’s network of websites, including BassFan.com, Outdoorchannel.com, Sportsmanchannel.com and WFN.com, attracts more than 78 million annual unique visitors, and OSG TV produces hundreds of TV episodes of original branded hunting, sport shooting and fishing programming that airs on Outdoor Sportsman Group’s broadcast entities. Visit http://outdoorsg.com for more information. #MyOutdoorTV
Contact:
Tom Caraccioli | Outdoor Sportsman Group| 212.852.6646 | tom.caraccioli@outdoorsg.com
In 2013, I became a big fan of fly-fisherman and writer Bob Wyatt. His book, What Trout Want: The Educated Trout and Other Myths first seduced me with great writing, then convinced me. . .
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If you think terrestrial imitations are only for summer fishing, you’re missing a great deal of dry-fly action. The normal thought is that trout ignore land-bred insects in the spring and early. . .
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Thomas & Thomas has announced the appointment of Erin Foley to the role of marketing communications manager, overseeing the company’s social media, blog, email marketing campaigns and newsletters, digital advertising, and website updates.
Read more in the press release below.
Thomas & Thomas Welcomes Erin Foley
Massachusetts Native Joins Team as Marketing Communications Manager
GREENFIELD, Mass. – Thomas & Thomas is pleased to announce the appointment of Erin Foley to the role of Marketing Communications Manager. The Bradford, Massachusetts, native brings a wealth of experience as a recreational angler and more than three years of experience in fly-fishing industry marketing.
Foley began her career in the fly-fishing industry with Postfly, working as the company’s first official employee and Customer Success Manager before transitioning into the role of Community Marketing Manager at Postfly. In her time at the company, she watched the start-up quickly morph into a global fly-fishing brand.
“It was a great trip,” Foley notes, but adds, “After a few years it was time again to look for a new challenging opportunity. Being a huge fan of the iconic American-made fly rod brand and having met T&T owner Neville Orsmond on several occasions, I was inclined to reach out and see if they needed anyone with a strong digital marketing skill set.” Within a few months, she found herself traveling to the brand’s headquarters in Greenfield, Massachusetts, for an interview.
In her role of Marketing Communications Strategist, Foley manages the company’s social media, blog, email marketing campaigns and newsletters, digital advertising, website updates and other duties. She’ll also be on hand at trade shows representing the Thomas & Thomas brand.
“We are delighted to welcome Erin to the team,” notes John Wolstenholme, Vice President of Business Development. “Her energy, enthusiasm and work ethic are a great asset to the business.”
Erin’s contagious enthusiasm is shared with the team. “I’m extremely excited to be working at T&T,” she comments. “The first time I stepped foot into the factory I knew it was a special place. The vibe here is more like working with family than actual co-workers. I feel privileged to be a part of a team that shares the same values as I do personally — believing in being kind, doing things the right way versus what’s easy, and striving to leave the fishing and local community better today than it was yesterday. I look forward to helping take T&T to the next level and bringing this amazing brand, company, and team back into the spotlight where it belongs.”
About Thomas & Thomas:
Established in 1969 by legendary rod builders Tom Dorsey and Tom Maxwell, T&T’s fundamental beliefs, values and singularity of purpose has remained the same: “The relentless pursuit of innovation, superior quality and uncompromising performance in creation of the world’s finest handcrafted fly rods.”
For more information, visit www.thomasandthomas.com.
Welcome to another 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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Written by: By Andrew Grillos, Montana Angler
There are few things in fly fishing that are more satisfying than tying flies that adhere to the adage “less is more.” Soft Hackle flies are a perfect example of flies that play off simplicity, clean lines, . . .
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This is one of the best how-to videos we have ever seen, and it comes from our friends Dave and Amelia Jensen, of Jensen Fly Fishing in Alberta. If you've ever wondered why folks hire. . .
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This short film from Todd Moen and Catch Magazine highlights “a perfect day on a bass-filled desert ditch loaded with hungry smallmouth bass.”
Hero shots require time to set up and take. And that time, writes Matt Labash, can kill fish. Compounding the issue is the rise of social media and posting of these photos for “likes” and “shares” to the great detriment to the fish itself. Read more about how “Instagram is Killing Fish” from Labash in his column on The Weekly Standard.
Check out this great, short video from Dawn Till Dusk, about a trip into the backcountry of New Zealand's South Island to chase brown trout in the sweetest meadow stream you've ever . . .
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Written by: Kip Vieth, Wildwood Float Trips
This is the year. You‘ve been thinking about exposing a kid to the wonderful sport of fly fishing, and you’ve decided that he or she is ready. What better way to do it than to take them on a guided . . .
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Were it not snowing every.single.day. here in southwestern Vermont, we would be seeing the first Hendricksons popping on the Battenkill. If spring ever arrives, we will get the chance to throw . . .
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If you or someone you know is taking up fly fishing for the first time--or returning after a long absence--check out this great new series from Brian Flechsig of Mad River Outiffters in . . .
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Written by: Dan Larson, Madison Valley Ranch
A couple weeks ago, some Montana friends and I were wade-fishing the Channels of the Madison River right behind the Madison Valley Ranch. With the epic winter snowpack and cool spring . . .
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There are certain processes in fly fishing that seem obvious and self-evident, but then you learn that there's a better, more effective way to do it. In this video, Steve Galletta of Bighorn Angler—on the Bighorn River in. . .
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For the last five weeks, Tim has been demonstrating different methods for creating a stable, upright post for a Parachute pattern--the traditional method, the 90-degree method, the UV-resin . . .
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In the new episode of The 5wt Chronicles from Eric Estrada, follow the journey as anglers fly fish the Low Country flood tides of North Florida and South Carolina.
Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing has announced its Inaugural Fly Casting Competition, which will be co-hosted with Fly Fishers International. Regional competitions will conclude on May 31, 2018 with winners competing in the PHWFF Casting Competition Finals during the Fly Fishers International Fair in Boise, Idaho August 8 – 11, 2018.
Read more in the press release below.
Disabled Veterans to Compete in Nationwide Fly Fishing Competition
La Plata, MD – Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, Inc. is pleased to announce its Inaugural Fly Casting Competition hosted in-conjunction with Fly Fishers International. PHWFF and FFI, through the casting competition and their strategic partnership, aim to bring fly fishing and it’s proven therapeutic elements to more disabled veterans who can benefit from it.
The competition is open to disabled veterans and disabled military service personnel actively participating with PHWFF Programs and will be facilitated by volunteer-run programs around the country. The Regional competitions will conclude on May 31, 2018 with winners advancing to compete in the PHWFF Casting Competition Finals during the Fly Fishers International Fair in Boise, Idaho August 8 – 11, 2018.
“Fly Fishers International is extremely grateful and honored for the opportunity to assist Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing with this year’s Fly-casting competition, says President and CEO Len Zickler of Fly Fishers International, We look forward to the opportunity to strengthen our relationship with PHWFF and continue serve our veterans and their families”
PHWFF, a 501c3 nonprofit organization, facilitates regular classes through over 200 highly successful programs at Department of Defense hospitals, Warrior Transition Units, and Veterans Affairs Medical Centers and clinics nationwide. Currently, 73 FFI Clubs host PHWFF Programs and bring the world’s best casting instructors and educators together with PHWFF Programs to execute a top-tier casting program and competition aimed at furthering the recovery of our nations veterans.
“We are extremely proud to partner with Fly Fishers International on the inaugural PHWFF Fly Casting Competition,” says President and CEO Todd Desgrosseilliers of Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, Inc. “Together, we will strive to continue expanding the educational and core-programmatic activities necessary to best serve our Nation’s wounded, ill, and injured active duty military and disabled veterans nationwide.”
Fly casting instruction is one of the four core elements of the PHWFF Program alongside fly tying, fly rod building, and education. In 2017 alone, PHWFF Programs facilitated 1,775 fly casting classes to 8,470 disabled veteran participants. The Inaugural Fly Casting Competition will join the popular Fly Tying Competition and Rod Building Competition as growing annual events within the PHWFF organization.
Related: The Inaugural Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing Casting Competition
About Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, Inc.
Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, Inc. is dedicated to the physical and emotional rehabilitation of disabled active military service personnel and disabled veterans through fly fishing and associated activities including education and outings. www.projecthealingwaters.org
About Fly Fishers International
Since 1964, Fly Fishers International (FFI) has been an organized voice for fly fishers around the world. We represent all aspect of fly fishing –from the art of fly tying and casting, to protection of the natural systems that support healthy fisheries and their habitats so essential to our sport. Today, our mission is to ensure the legacy of fly fishing for all fish in all waters continues by focusing on conservation, education and a sense of community. https://www.flyfishersinternational.org/
Written by: Debra Carr Brox
Sandy Moret has described fly-fishing as the hardest game on the planet. The unpredictable nature of fishing saltwater flats doesn’t discourage him—on the contrary, he loves the challenge and is . . .
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Today’s video is another exclusive Orvis video by Dave and Amelia Jensen, in which they show us the ins and outs of finding and catching trout around undercut banks. Learn where these trout . . .
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This short film features the Orvis 50/50 On the Water campaign, whose goal is to create gender parity on the water.
RepYourWater and the National Wildlife Federation have joined forces to help raise awareness about the threat of invasive Asian carp to the Great Lakes.
Read more in the press release below.
RepYourWater and National Wildlife Federation Partner on Asian Carp Threat
Fishing apparel brand RepYourWater and the National Wildlife Federation have announced a partnership to raise awareness of the threat that invasive Asian carp pose to the Great Lakes and their connected fisheries, as well as to mobilize anglers to support solutions to stop Asian carp from getting into the Great Lakes.
“We believe that now is a critical time to raise awareness nationally in the outdoor community about the threat of Asian Carp to the great lakes ecosystem,” said Garrison Doctor, co-founder of RepYourWater. “Every hat or sticker that we can leverage to support and educate on this issue is a step in the right direction.”
The partnership will include fishing hats and stickers specifically designed to increase awareness among anglers in the Great Lakes region about the threat of Asian carp. Additionally, sales of Great Lakes, Michigan, Ohio and Indiana-themed hunting and fishing apparel will help support the National Wildlife Federation’s work to stop Asian carp in the Great Lakes region.
“We greatly appreciate the commitment and partnership of RepYourWater to Great Lakes conservation and stopping Asian carp,” said Marc Smith, director of conservation partnerships with National Wildlife Federation. “With so much to lose if Asian carp get into the Great Lakes and their connected waters, anglers are the critical voice our elected officials need to hear in support of solutions to stop Asian carp.”
Asian carp include species of bighead, silver, grass and black carp. Originally imported into southern aquaculture facilities, they escaped during flood events and have taken over stretches of the Mississippi River watershed and connecting waters. As large, rapidly-reproducing filter feeders, Asian carp starve out native fish species – including popular sport fish. Additionally, silver carp leap out of the water when disturbed by boat motors, creating a hazard for anglers and recreational boaters alike.
The Chicago Area Waterway System artificially connects the Mississippi River watershed to the Great Lakes, where a series of electric barriers are supposed to deter the transfer of invasive species between the watersheds. In June 2017, a live silver carp was caught on the Lake Michigan side of the barriers, though, sparking renewed concerns about the effectiveness of the barriers in deterring Asian carp.
Directed by Congress to find solutions to keep Asian carp out of the Great Lakes, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has proposed a plan to build an engineered channel at the Brandon Road Lock and Dam – a chokepoint on the Illinois River – utilizing a combination of technologies including an electric barrier, water jets, complex sound deterrents and a flushing lock to prevent the movement of aquatic invasive species through the lock toward Lake Michigan. The plan – which is supported by a coalition of 50 hunting, fishing and conservation organizations – is expected to be finalized in 2019.
Tim Flagler calls the pattern featured in this week’s tying video the “SBR Hendrickson Nymph.” It imitates a ready-to-hatch-out Red Quill.
“FOR MOST of my fish-addled life, a winter trip to Florida was a sanity-saving jump into summer for a week or so,” writes Chester Allen in his new column. “I made the jump to Florida the second week of March this year, but I landed into another version of winter.” Find out how the rest of the story turns out in “I Can See Clearly Now.”
Each year, for thirty-two years, the Orvis Company has recognized excellence in sporting experiences through its Endorsed Lodges, Outfitters, and Guides Program (ELOG). These . . .
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Simms has announced the appointment of Ned Hobson to Senior Director of Design. “Ned’s industry knowledge and experience, along with a proven track record in brand management are key elements for this leadership role,” said Bart Bonime, VP of Merchandising & Design.
Read more in the press release below.
Ned Hobson Joins SIMMS
From Simms:
Simms Fishing Products, manufacturer of waders, outerwear, footwear, and technical apparel in fishing, announced the appointment of Ned Hobson to Sr. Director of Design.
“Nearly 20 years ago I saved all summer to purchase my first pair of Simms GORE-TEX® waders while working in a fly shop in college. Since then I have always held the brand in high regard,” said Hobson. “As an angler, I couldn’t imagine a better job than working with the strong team here in Bozeman whom is committed to building best-in-class product.”
Hobson has a far-reaching background in product design innovation, quality, and consistency of brand across a broad range of categories in the outdoor and fly-fishing industries. For the last five years, Hobson worked with the Global Product team at Patagonia, most recently serving as a Global Product Director. During Hobson’s tenure, Patagonia received numerous awards for product innovation.
Prior to that, Hobson led successful product branding, design and innovation at Outdoor Research and at Far Bank Enterprises.
“Ned’s industry knowledge and experience, along with a proven track record in brand management are key elements for this leadership role,” said Bart Bonime, VP of Merchandising & Design. “The fact that he has an eye for solid fishing aesthetic and is a hardcore user will provide excellent guidance for the team. I look forward to working in partnership with Ned in elevating Simms to the next level in Global Product leadership”
Simms Fishing Products: Established in 1980, Simms is the preeminent manufacturer of waders, outerwear and technical fishing apparel and accessories. Simms’ 80,000 square foot facility in Bozeman is the country’s only manufacturing facility for fishing waders. The full line of Simms gear is available at specialty and large format retailers across North America as well as http://www.simmsfishing.com/
Welcome to the first 2018 Paraskevidekatriaphobia-inducing edition of the Orvis News Friday Fly-Fishing Film Festival, in which we scour the Web for the best fly-fishing videos available. This . . .
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The 12th Annual 2-Fly Tournament hosted by Project Healing Waters will be held at Rose River Farm in Syria, Virginia on April 28 – 29, 2018. The event is the flagship fundraiser for PHWFF, which provides support for the nation’s veterans.
Read more in the press release below.
Disabled Veterans to Compete in the 12th Annual Project Healing Waters 2-Fly Tournament on April 28- 29, 2018
Providing veterans with the support they need on their journeys to recovery
LaPlata, MD – April 9, 2018 – Veterans, volunteers, and celebrities from across the country will gather at Rose River Farm in Syria, Virginia on April 28 – 29, 2018 for the 12th Annual 2-Fly Tournament benefiting Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, Inc (PHWFF) and the thousands of disabled veterans the organization serves each year.
Now in it’s second decade as the flagship fundraiser for PHWFF, the 2-Fly Tournament provides vital support for this top-tier Veterans Service Organization and serves to raise awareness for it’s remarkable contributions towards the recovery and rehabilitation of those who have made great sacrifices in the service of our nation
The pre-tournament dinner starts at 5pm on Saturday night April 28th under the stars in picturesque Madison County, Virginia.
Medal of Honor recipient Colonel Donald Ballard will serve as the keynote speaker for the dinner at Rose River Farm. “Doc” Ballard was credited for saving several Marine’s lives and was wounded 8 times himself. He was med-evaced to Japan for treatment and he was awarded his third Purple Heart medal. In February 1970 He left the Navy and Joined the US Army.
On May 14th 1970 “Doc” Ballard received the Medal of Honor from President Nixon in a White House ceremony. After returning home he decided to stay home. He joined the Police Dept in North Kansas City Missouri, after serving 7 years he then switched to the Fire Department and retired as a Captain after 20 years of service. He also joined the Kansas Army National Guard as a second lieutenant Medical Service Corps. He served a very distinguished military career for a total of 35 years as E-1 to O-6. In 1998 he was promoted to the rank of Full Bird Colonel and retired in 2000.
For a little more than a decade Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing (PHWFF) has focused on healing those who serve. It is through the tremendous contributions of our volunteers and supporters nationwide that last year PHWFF served over 8,400 deserving members of our armed services.
Current veteran participants in the Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing Program, and alumni, will also be on hand throughout the weekend to discuss the challenges facing today’s service members, both physical and emotional, and the impact PHWFF has had on their recovery and transition.
The tournament competition kicks off at 7:00 a.m. Sunday morning April 29th and features 12 PHWFF participants from across the nation. Military/veteran participants will be partnered with a professional fly fishing guide from among the most notable names in the sport. For complete details on the 2-Fly Tournament, special guests, and the online auction click here
About Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, Inc.
Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to the physical and emotional rehabilitation of disabled active military service personnel and veterans through fly fishing and fly tying education and outings. The 2-Fly Tournament is the organization’s flagship event to raise awareness and funding for its 200+ programs serving our Nation’s wounded, ill, and injured active duty military and disabled veterans with proven physical and emotional rehabilitation.
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Daniel.morgan@projecthealingwaters.org
