This film features Chuck Ragan, a guide and musician, and his story of striking a balance on and off the water. Via PMD Productions.
News On The Fly
Video Hatch: “Landsick”
Posted on March 22 2018
This film features Chuck Ragan, a guide and musician, and his story of striking a balance on and off the water. Via PMD Productions.
Orvis & TCO Fly Shop Launch Innovative Partnership
Posted on March 22 2018
The Orvis Company and TCO Fly Shop have announced a new retail store that will bring together TCO’s extensive local knowledge and the product development and international reach of Orvis. The store will open in early April, 2018, in Haverford, PA.
Read more in the press release below.
Orvis & TCO Fly Shop Launch Innovative Partnership
Posted on March 22 2018
The Orvis Company and TCO Fly Shop have announced a new retail store that will bring together TCO’s extensive local knowledge and the product development and international reach of Orvis. The store will open in early April, 2018, in Haverford, PA.
Read more in the press release below.
Orvis & TCO Fly Shop Launch Innovative Partnership
Posted on March 22 2018
The Orvis Company and TCO Fly Shop have announced a new retail store that will bring together TCO’s extensive local knowledge and the product development and international reach of Orvis. The store will open in early April, 2018, in Haverford, PA.
Read more in the press release below.
For 2019, Fly Fishing Show Names Dates, Sites
Posted on March 22 2018
Ben Furimsky, president and CEO of the seven-location Fly Fishing Show, has announced the new dates and venues for the 2019 season.
Read more in the press release below.
For 2019, Fly Fishing Show Names Dates, Sites
Posted on March 22 2018
Ben Furimsky, president and CEO of the seven-location Fly Fishing Show, has announced the new dates and venues for the 2019 season.
Read more in the press release below.
For 2019, Fly Fishing Show Names Dates, Sites
Posted on March 22 2018
Ben Furimsky, president and CEO of the seven-location Fly Fishing Show, has announced the new dates and venues for the 2019 season.
Read more in the press release below.
Video Pro Tip: How to Rig Line and Leader for Muskies
Posted on March 21 2018
Kip Vieth, of Wildwood Float Trips, has been our musky expert for awhile. (See his 10 Tips for Catching a Musky on a Fly and Mastering the Figure-8 for Musky.) Here, he shows you. . .
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Video Pro Tip: How to Rig Line and Leader for Muskies
Posted on March 21 2018
Kip Vieth, of Wildwood Float Trips, has been our musky expert for awhile. (See his 10 Tips for Catching a Musky on a Fly and Mastering the Figure-8 for Musky.) Here, he shows you. . .
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Video: Why Chase Muskies on the Fly?
Posted on March 21 2018
Have you ever wondered why some fly fishers become obsessed with catching a musky? Well this video goes a long way toward explaining that phenomenon, and it includes a cool interview with . . .
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Video: Why Chase Muskies on the Fly?
Posted on March 21 2018
Have you ever wondered why some fly fishers become obsessed with catching a musky? Well this video goes a long way toward explaining that phenomenon, and it includes a cool interview with . . .
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Video: Why Chase Muskies on the Fly?
Posted on March 21 2018
Have you ever wondered why some fly fishers become obsessed with catching a musky? Well this video goes a long way toward explaining that phenomenon, and it includes a cool interview with . . .
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Fish Facts: Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
Posted on March 21 2018
Alaska is home to some of the largest native rainbows in the world.
Photo courtesy Crystal Creek Lodge
The most widely cultivated trout species in the world, rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) are bred for sport and food, and they inhabit lakes and streams on every continent except . . .
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Fish Facts: Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
Posted on March 21 2018
Alaska is home to some of the largest native rainbows in the world.
Photo courtesy Crystal Creek Lodge
The most widely cultivated trout species in the world, rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) are bred for sport and food, and they inhabit lakes and streams on every continent except . . .
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Video: How to Tie the DPD Nymph
Posted on March 21 2018
In this week's video from Tightline Productions, Tim shares a great generalist nymph that's designed to imitate a wide range of insects and to sink very quickly through the water column. The DPD . . .
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Video: How to Tie the DPD Nymph
Posted on March 21 2018
In this week's video from Tightline Productions, Tim shares a great generalist nymph that's designed to imitate a wide range of insects and to sink very quickly through the water column. The DPD . . .
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Video: How to Tie the DPD Nymph
Posted on March 21 2018
In this week's video from Tightline Productions, Tim shares a great generalist nymph that's designed to imitate a wide range of insects and to sink very quickly through the water column. The DPD . . .
The post Video: How to Tie the DPD Nymph appeared first on Orvis News.
Tippets: Shrinking Salmon, Rhode Island River Restoration, Decline of Juvenile Steelhead
Posted on March 21 2018
Researchers from Alaska and Washington recently analyzed 40 years of data taken from 85 king salmon populations ranging from California to Alaska. “The results show that the fish are both decreasing in size and maturing earlier,” writes Mark Hieronymus in The … more
Tippets: Shrinking Salmon, Rhode Island River Restoration, Decline of Juvenile Steelhead
Posted on March 21 2018
Researchers from Alaska and Washington recently analyzed 40 years of data taken from 85 king salmon populations ranging from California to Alaska. “The results show that the fish are both decreasing in size and maturing earlier,” writes Mark Hieronymus in The … more
Tippets: Shrinking Salmon, Rhode Island River Restoration, Decline of Juvenile Steelhead
Posted on March 21 2018
Researchers from Alaska and Washington recently analyzed 40 years of data taken from 85 king salmon populations ranging from California to Alaska. “The results show that the fish are both decreasing in size and maturing earlier,” writes Mark Hieronymus in The … more
Classic Video: How to Remove a Fish Hook from Your Skin
Posted on March 20 2018
We've posted several videos on this subject over the years, but this is one of the best. (Does that make me a sadist?) What's important is the that the technique works, so it's worth taking a . . .
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Bernard V. “Lefty” Kreh 1925-2018
Posted on March 20 2018
By now, most of you have heard that the fly-fishing world lost one of its most prolific teachers and iconic personalities when Lefty Kreh passed away last week at the age of 93. Do please take the time to read these eloquent words of tribute, by Flip Pallot, Monte Burke, and Mitch Keller. A [...]
More Sad News: Northwest Fly Fishing Creative Director Jon Luke Killed in Boating Accident
Posted on March 20 2018
Immensely talented and well-respected throughout the fly-fishing community, Jon Luke, creative director of Northwest Fly Fishing and its affiliated family of magazines, was killed in an accident while on assignment. Here is the statement from Northwest Fly Fishing: It is with profound sadness that we must announce the death of our creative director, Jon Luke, [...]
Classic Video: How to Remove a Fish Hook from Your Skin
Posted on March 20 2018
We've posted several videos on this subject over the years, but this is one of the best. (Does that make me a sadist?) What's important is the that the technique works, so it's worth taking a . . .
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AFFTA, Cheeky team up to support Stripers Forever
Posted on March 20 2018
The American Fly Fishing Trade Association and Cheeky Fishing are partnering to award a donation of up to $3,000 to Stripers Forever in coordination with the Cheeky Schoolie Tournament being held this May. As a sponsor of this year’s tournament, AFFTA has agreed to donate $1 for every 5-inches of striped bass caught, released and [...]
Orvis Announces New Retail Concept/Partnership with TCO
Posted on March 20 2018
A blueprint for future retailer relationships? Read and decide… From Orvis: The Orvis Company and Tulpehocken Creek Outfitters (TCO Fly Shop) are pleased to announce an exciting new retail concept in Haverford, Pennsylvania. Opening in early April 2018, this store will bring Orvis and independent fly shop TCO together in a totally new way. Customers [...]
The Fly Fishing Show Sets 2019 Dates
Posted on March 20 2018
On the heels of what many will argue to have been the most attended, most diverse, and most productive string of Fly Fishing Shows, organizers offer their thanks to exhibitors and attendees, and announce the dates and locations for next year’s events… We would like to thank all of you that attended The Fly Fishing [...]
Product News: OtterBox Intros New Rugged Cooler
Posted on March 20 2018
From OtterBox: OtterBox’s premium Venture cooler is now ready to tackle sand, mud, dirt, gravel and grass with their all-new All-Terrain Wheels. The All-Terrain Wheels are the latest addition to the modular ecosystem of Venture Coolers. Notable features include: A steel, powder-coated handle that provides easy rolling with two different handle configurations Burly all-terrain 3-inch [...]
What’s Going On with Pebble Mine? An Update… From “Save Bristol Bay”
Posted on March 20 2018
Soon, we are expecting the opening of another national comment period related to the Pebble mine proposal. This will be unlike any public process Alaska has seen before: it will be a rushed attempt to fast track what has become one of the most controversial projects in our state’s history. Before this begins, we wanted to [...]
Video: Searching for Big, Wild Brookies “Above Barriers”
Posted on March 20 2018
Here's an absolutely beautiful film by David Cowardin, of Blue Forest Films, about an expedition to discover new water and big, wild brook trout in northern Minnesota. Three anglers in personal . . .
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Podcast: What it takes to be an Upland Bird Hunter in the Southern Appalachians, with Christian Fichtel
Posted on March 20 2018
Christian Fichtel shares spoils of victory with his partner.
Photo courtesy Christian Fichtel
Reid speaks with Christian Fichtel, manager of the Orvis store in Greenville, South Carolina. Christian is an avid southern grouse hunter and has spent years chasing birds throughout . . .
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Podcast: What it takes to be an Upland Bird Hunter in the Southern Appalachians, with Christian Fichtel
Posted on March 20 2018
Christian Fichtel shares spoils of victory with his partner.
Photo courtesy Christian Fichtel
Reid speaks with Christian Fichtel, manager of the Orvis store in Greenville, South Carolina. Christian is an avid southern grouse hunter and has spent years chasing birds throughout . . .
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Video: Searching for Big, Wild Brookies “Above Barriers”
Posted on March 20 2018
Here's an absolutely beautiful film by David Cowardin, of Blue Forest Films, about an expedition to discover new water and big, wild brook trout in northern Minnesota. Three anglers in personal . . .
The post Video: Searching for Big, Wild Brookies “Above Barriers” appeared first on Orvis News.
Video: Searching for Big, Wild Brookies “Above Barriers”
Posted on March 20 2018
Here's an absolutely beautiful film by David Cowardin, of Blue Forest Films, about an expedition to discover new water and big, wild brook trout in northern Minnesota. Three anglers in personal . . .
The post Video: Searching for Big, Wild Brookies “Above Barriers” appeared first on Orvis News.
Photos: Business-Trip Bones in The Bahamas
Posted on March 20 2018
Written by: Dan Davala, Orvis Travel
Conditions on South Andros look pretty perfect for Dan's pre-conference check-in.
Photos courtesy Dan Davala
I had to be in Nassau, The Bahamas, for a conference today, so I flew in a few days early to swing by a couple of our Orvis Endorsed Lodges on South Andros Island. I managed a nice DIY . . .
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Photos: Business-Trip Bones in The Bahamas
Posted on March 20 2018
Written by: Dan Davala, Orvis Travel
Conditions on South Andros look pretty perfect for Dan's pre-conference check-in.
Photos courtesy Dan Davala
I had to be in Nassau, The Bahamas, for a conference today, so I flew in a few days early to swing by a couple of our Orvis Endorsed Lodges on South Andros Island. I managed a nice DIY . . .
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Photos: Business-Trip Bones in The Bahamas
Posted on March 20 2018
Written by: Dan Davala, Orvis Travel
Conditions on South Andros look pretty perfect for Dan's pre-conference check-in.
Photos courtesy Dan Davala
I had to be in Nassau, The Bahamas, for a conference today, so I flew in a few days early to swing by a couple of our Orvis Endorsed Lodges on South Andros Island. I managed a nice DIY . . .
The post Photos: Business-Trip Bones in The Bahamas appeared first on Orvis News.
Video: How to Tie a Parachute Post (90-Degree Method)
Posted on March 20 2018
There are several techniques for creating a stable, upright post for a Parachute pattern, and last week Tim demonstrated the traditional method. In today's video, he shows you what may be . . .
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Video: How to Tie a Parachute Post (90-Degree Method)
Posted on March 20 2018
There are several techniques for creating a stable, upright post for a Parachute pattern, and last week Tim demonstrated the traditional method. In today's video, he shows you what may be . . .
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Video: How to Tie a Parachute Post (90-Degree Method)
Posted on March 20 2018
There are several techniques for creating a stable, upright post for a Parachute pattern, and last week Tim demonstrated the traditional method. In today's video, he shows you what may be . . .
The post Video: How to Tie a Parachute Post (90-Degree Method) appeared first on Orvis News.
Video Hatch: “Das Fischer”
Posted on March 20 2018
This clever fictional comedy features a young German man, Otto Rubschlager, and his journey to Idaho to learn the art of fly fishing and uncover the mysteries of the reclusive, legendary outdoorsman, Hildebrand Richwine. Via Ben Herndon.
Video Hatch: “Das Fischer”
Posted on March 20 2018
This clever fictional comedy features a young German man, Otto Rubschlager, and his journey to Idaho to learn the art of fly fishing and uncover the mysteries of the reclusive, legendary outdoorsman, Hildebrand Richwine. Via Ben Herndon.
Video Hatch: “Das Fischer”
Posted on March 20 2018
This clever fictional comedy features a young German man, Otto Rubschlager, and his journey to Idaho to learn the art of fly fishing and uncover the mysteries of the reclusive, legendary outdoorsman, Hildebrand Richwine. Via Ben Herndon.
Tippets: Drift Boats with Hillary Hutcheson, Keep Hands on the Cork
Posted on March 20 2018
In a recent Orvis podcast, Montana-based guide Hillary Hutcheson talks with Tom Rosenbauer about “getting a boat, rowing a boat, and most importantly, all the responsibilities that go with getting down the river safely and with courtesy.” Listen to a … more
Tippets: Drift Boats with Hillary Hutcheson, Keep Hands on the Cork
Posted on March 20 2018
In a recent Orvis podcast, Montana-based guide Hillary Hutcheson talks with Tom Rosenbauer about “getting a boat, rowing a boat, and most importantly, all the responsibilities that go with getting down the river safely and with courtesy.” Listen to a … more
Tippets: Drift Boats with Hillary Hutcheson, Keep Hands on the Cork
Posted on March 20 2018
In a recent Orvis podcast, Montana-based guide Hillary Hutcheson talks with Tom Rosenbauer about “getting a boat, rowing a boat, and most importantly, all the responsibilities that go with getting down the river safely and with courtesy.” Listen to a … more
IGFA Names 2018 Fishing Hall of Fame Inductees
Posted on March 20 2018
The International Game Fish Association has announced five angling pioneers who will be inducted into the IGFA Hall of Fame. Inductees include: IGFA World Record leader Dr. Martin Arostegui, fly-fishing broadcasting pioneer John Barrett, master blue marlin angler Ralph G. Christiansen Jr., upstream dry-fly fishing legend Frederic Halford and modern tackle innovator Frank Johnson.
Read more in the press release below.
IGFA Names 2018 Fishing Hall of Fame Inductees
Posted on March 20 2018
The International Game Fish Association has announced five angling pioneers who will be inducted into the IGFA Hall of Fame. Inductees include: IGFA World Record leader Dr. Martin Arostegui, fly-fishing broadcasting pioneer John Barrett, master blue marlin angler Ralph G. Christiansen Jr., upstream dry-fly fishing legend Frederic Halford and modern tackle innovator Frank Johnson.
Read more in the press release below.
IGFA Names 2018 Fishing Hall of Fame Inductees
Posted on March 20 2018
The International Game Fish Association has announced five angling pioneers who will be inducted into the IGFA Hall of Fame. Inductees include: IGFA World Record leader Dr. Martin Arostegui, fly-fishing broadcasting pioneer John Barrett, master blue marlin angler Ralph G. Christiansen Jr., upstream dry-fly fishing legend Frederic Halford and modern tackle innovator Frank Johnson.
Read more in the press release below.