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Here's a killer how-to video from the Orvis Fly Fishing Learning Center, in which Tom Rosenbauer introduces you to a style of fishing that's not as popular as it once was, yet it's no less . . .

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Here's a killer how-to video from the Orvis Fly Fishing Learning Center, in which Tom Rosenbauer introduces you to a style of fishing that's not as popular as it once was, yet it's no less . . .

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This month's "Top 5" video from Trouts Fly Fishing in Denver features Tanner Smith, and he's obviously got Royal Fever. All Five of his choices are big, bushy dry flies featuring red and lots . . .

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This month's "Top 5" video from Trouts Fly Fishing in Denver features Tanner Smith, and he's obviously got Royal Fever. All Five of his choices are big, bushy dry flies featuring red and lots . . .

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This month's "Top 5" video from Trouts Fly Fishing in Denver features Tanner Smith, and he's obviously got Royal Fever. All Five of his choices are big, bushy dry flies featuring red and lots . . .

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Many fly fishers love to be on the water at dusk, and for good reason. In times of low light, trout are less wary and are often more likely to feed on the surface. Their fear of predators, especially sight-feeding birds, is diminished, so the fish focus on eating available insects. During warm summer days, … Continue reading "12.12–The Magic Hour"

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Grasshopper patterns are staples from June through October, depending on where you live. Casting these big, visible flies is a fun, visual game that's the highlight of the season for many anglers . . .

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Grasshopper patterns are staples from June through October, depending on where you live. Casting these big, visible flies is a fun, visual game that's the highlight of the season for many anglers . . .

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Grasshopper patterns are staples from June through October, depending on where you live. Casting these big, visible flies is a fun, visual game that's the highlight of the season for many anglers . . .

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XXXXXXXX. From November 20 through December 25, pause and de-stress from the frantic pace of the holidays with a daily #MomentofChill—which may involve a frolicking puppy, a crackling fireplace, or the soothing ripples of an untouched stream. Spread the Chill Know someone who could use a Moment of Chill?

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In the comments section of last week's "The Only Two Knots You Need for Fly Fishing," reader Myron wrote, "Jack’s knot is soooooo much better than any clinch knot. Easier to tie and much . . .

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In the comments section of last week's "The Only Two Knots You Need for Fly Fishing," reader Myron wrote, "Jack’s knot is soooooo much better than any clinch knot. Easier to tie and much . . .

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In the comments section of last week's "The Only Two Knots You Need for Fly Fishing," reader Myron wrote, "Jack’s knot is soooooo much better than any clinch knot. Easier to tie and much . . .

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The Everglades once drained all of South Florida, but massive public-works projects over the past hundred years have starved the “River of Grass” of fresh water, creating damaging hypersalinity in Florida Bay. That nutrient-rich water from Lake Okeechobee that should be filtered through the Everglades is instead poisoning the coastal habitats to the east and … Continue reading "12.22 River of Grass"

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The average dog sleeps 12 to 14 hours per day, but older dogs—such as Suki who is 13—often require up to 18 hours. English Setters like Suki are active dogs, and they need a lot of sleep to recharge their batteries. Spread the Chill Know someone who could use a Moment of Chill?

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Dogs need plenty of exercise, even in winter, so it’s important that you get outside when the weather allows. A short jaunt through the snow will make both you and your pup feel refreshed and energized. Spread the Chill Know someone who could use a Moment of Chill?

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Medicine Bow Peak is the the highest peak in the Snowy Range, a part of the Medicine Bow Mountains, west of Laramie, Wyoming. Far away from the background light of cities, you get a spectacular view of the night sky, including the Milky Way. Spread the Chill Know someone who could use a Moment of … Continue reading "12.24–O Holy Night"

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Last year's ten finalists made voting for a winner very difficult!
Photomontage by Phil Monahan

Although meteorological summer doesn’t end for another three weeks, Labor Day is usually considered the end of the season. The kids are back at school, summer hours at work are over, and . . .

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Last year's ten finalists made voting for a winner very difficult!
Photomontage by Phil Monahan

Although meteorological summer doesn’t end for another three weeks, Labor Day is usually considered the end of the season. The kids are back at school, summer hours at work are over, and . . .

The post The 2018 “20 Days in September” Contest Kicks Off Today! appeared first on Orvis News.

Last year's ten finalists made voting for a winner very difficult!
Photomontage by Phil Monahan

Although meteorological summer doesn’t end for another three weeks, Labor Day is usually considered the end of the season. The kids are back at school, summer hours at work are over, and . . .

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Each spring and fall, Orvis Retail stores around the country celebrate the season by holding Orvis Days events, featuring local food and music, demonstrations of fly-fishing and dog-training skills, . . .

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Almost five feet of Mongolian taimen is a lot to handle.
Photo courtesy Fish Mongolia

Last week, Dr. Jay Neumann and his guide/zen master Zolboo Bodonguud from Fish Mongolia were able to land this fish of a lifetime on their Classic Canyons Float Trip. More incredibly, this . . .

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Almost five feet of Mongolian taimen is a lot to handle.
Photo courtesy Fish Mongolia

Last week, Dr. Jay Neumann and his guide/zen master Zolboo Bodonguud from Fish Mongolia were able to land this fish of a lifetime on their Classic Canyons Float Trip. More incredibly, this . . .

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Almost five feet of Mongolian taimen is a lot to handle.
Photo courtesy Fish Mongolia

Last week, Dr. Jay Neumann and his guide/zen master Zolboo Bodonguud from Fish Mongolia were able to land this fish of a lifetime on their Classic Canyons Float Trip. More incredibly, this . . .

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XXXXXXXX. From November 20 through December 25, pause and de-stress from the frantic pace of the holidays with a daily #MomentofChill—which may involve a frolicking puppy, a crackling fireplace, or the soothing ripples of an untouched stream. Spread the Chill Know someone who could use a Moment of Chill?

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