News On The Fly

Atilla and the kitten share a moment.
Photo via news10.com

Here's a very sweet story about two dogs in Oregon, who are known to kill chipmunks and birds, have taken it upon themselves to mother a tiny kitten they found in their backyard. It's just. . .

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Here's the second teaser for an upcoming film project called Through the Guides, which "explores and illuminates the person behind the reel, accentuating their passion to pursue the lifestyle. . .

The post Video: <em>Through the Guides</em> Teaser 2 appeared first on Orvis News.

The first fish on Andy's new Recon was this streamer-eating brown from the Lewis River in YNP.
Photo by Andy Bennett

When we tallied the votes in our "20 September Days" Contest, reader Andy Bennett came out on top with a gorgeous image of a Wyoming cutthroat. His prize was a new Recon rod (he chose. . .

The post Photo: Contest Winner’s First Fish on the Grand Prize appeared first on Orvis News.

If you've seen several episodes of GEOBASS, you're probably pretty familiar with the basic premise: four crazy fly fishermen stumble into some foreign country and try to catch a. . .

The post Video: Red Bass in Christmas Island with GEOBASS appeared first on Orvis News.

The word’s out on Jim Murphy’s new consulting business… Angling Trade asked a few questions from the industry veteran. Here are some of his responses:

AT: So the word is out that you are starting a consulting company?

JM: Yes, I started working the second week of August putting together contacts and proposals. The idea is to offer independent reviews and planning to clients in the fishing business.

AT: You have been working within companies angling companies for over 20 years. Is it uncomfortable being out there on your own?

JM: Yes, in the beginning, but after some business arrived I began to think this was the right thing to do. Not to say I am still not a bit nervous, but not near as stressful as my experience as President of various companies.

AT: What is a consultant and what do they do?

JM: You can be hired for specific short term projects. These can range from an independent analysis of the business or a more specific task like sourcing products and supply chain development. On the sales side, the projects can simply be an analysis of specific product potential via the various roots to market, or a more comprehensive review of sales strategies.

AT: You have said that there are big changes in the market?

JM: Seems as though there are always

From Scientific Anglers:

Description

The Research and Development Manager for Scientific Anglers will be responsible for the development, growth, sourcing, and profitability of all key fly fishing categories and products including fly lines, leaders and tippet, reels, and all other accessories and products sold at SA. This individual will have an excellent background, knowledge and experience of the outdoor market with solid experience in freshwater and saltwater fly fishing.

Company Interfaces:

This position reports directly to the President of Scientific Anglers in Midland, Michigan. There will be a strong relationship with all marketing, sales and distribution, and plant management team members. The position will include ongoing interaction with the Orvis Research and Development Team, and will take a lead role in the development of fly lines and leaders that will benefit both brands. This position will interact additionally with all Quality Control and Inventory functions to assure product meets the marketing and sales opportunities they deserve.

Key Performance Measurements:

Murphy Jo, the Cox family Labradoodle, nearly died after eating chewing gum containing xylitol.
Photo by Jeremy M. Lang, via wsj.com

I know that I have trained my kids to be extremely careful around the dog when they are chewing sugarless gum. I won't even let them spit their gum out in the yard or the woods, on the off. . .

The post Veterinarians Warn That a Sweetener in Gum Is Causing Surge in Accidental Dog Poisonings appeared first on Orvis News.

A Great Dane named Bentley is being considered for inclusion as the World's Tallest Living Dog by the Guinness Book of World Records. At 38 inches tall and 228 pounds, he is certainly a big. . .

The post Video: Is Bentley theTallest Dog in the World? appeared first on Orvis News.

Written by Damon Bungard, Jackson Kayak

Choosing the right kayak for your style of fishing requires a series of important decisions about style and features.
Photos courtesy Damon Bungard

If there’s one question I hear more and more these days, it’s “Which kayak is right for me?” With the explosion in popularity of kayak fishing and myriad of products now available on the market, . . .

The post Pro Tips: How to Choose the Right Fly-Fishing Kayak, Part I appeared first on Orvis News.

The Yellowstone River winds its way through Paradise Valley.
Photo by Phil Monahan

Orvis has a longstanding relationship with the National Wildlife Federation, which calls itself "a voice for wildlife, dedicated to protecting wildlife and habitat and inspiring the future generation. . .

The post Enter the NWF Photo Contest for a Chance to Win a $500 Orvis Gift Card! appeared first on Orvis News.

This short film features peaceful footage of autumn days and small streams. Via Stephan Jutz.

Written by: Matt Libby, Libby Camps

A floatplane is a great way to find untapped grouse woods in northern Maine.
Photo courtesy Libby Camps

The wingshooting in the North Maine Woods is in full swing. The guests are happy, the guides are happy, and the dogs are more than happy. Some lucky guests even get to fly out for a. . .

The post Photos: Getting Deep Into the Maine Grouse Woods appeared first on Orvis News.

Raia, a Bearded Collie mix, rescued Rimma Bulatova, 82, who became lost while walking in the woods.
Photo by Derek Gee/Buffalo News

When 82-year-old Rimma Bulatova went for a walk in the woods with her dog, Raia, last Thursday afternoon, she got lost as night started to fall. To make things worse, strong winds and heavy. . .

The post Hero Dog Helps Save Woman Lost in the Woods appeared first on Orvis News.

Last month, we posted the first photos to come out of the arduous journey to Eastern Russia by Vaidas Uselis and Nerijus Rupciauskas—collectively known as Black Fly Eyes. Now, . . .

The post Video: “Expedition Taimen” Teaser appeared first on Orvis News.

Steiner likes the Youghiogheny for its large, powerful brown trout.
All photos courtesy Mike Steiner

I sat next to Mike Steiner on a flight to Missoula, Montana, last spring, as we were both traveling to the Orvis Western Guide Rendezvous. I didn't know much about the southwestern corner of. . .

The post Trout Bum of the Week LVI: Mike Steiner appeared first on Orvis News.

Here's a wonderful animation by Madeline Sharafian. In just 2-1/2 minutes, it includes so many different aspects of the human-dog relationship, and it will have you smiling by the. . .

The post Classic Video: Omelette appeared first on Orvis News.

From COSTA:

The GEOBASS around-the-world epic bass fishing adventure goes far to the crystal blue waters of Christmas Island in the Indian Ocean for the latest episode, premiering today online at costadelmar.com/geobass. This time on an oceanic quest for red bass, the GEOBASS four decide to bring along a fifth wheel: a greenhorn college student from the University of the South in Sewannee, Tenn., Jared Zissu, winner of the GEOBASS “Casting Call” contest.

After an exhaustive-yet-somewhat-futile research attempt on the red bass species, the anglers set out on their journey, only to be waylaid by debilitating stomach illness. The team powers through, despite rough weather and unsanitary conditions, with one goal in mind:

From TRCP:

Shortly after 2:30 a.m. today, the U.S. Senate passed a two-year bipartisan budget agreement that will permit a modest reinvestment in important programs through fiscal year 2017 and lift the debt ceiling through March 2017. An additional $80 billion in government spending will be split evenly among defense and non-defense accounts, which could mean a much-needed increase in funding for conservation, natural resource agencies, and public access projects that benefit sportsmen and women.

“In the last four decades, we’ve seen funding for conservation as a percentage of the federal budget get cut in half,” says Whit Fosburgh, president and CEO of the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership. “The increased funding for domestic programs in the new budget deal means more resources could go towards habitat protection, conservation easements, access enhancements, and water quality improvements.”

“It would be an investment in our economy, because quality habitat creates quality

From Southwick Associates:

Feedback from manufacturers indicates nine of ten new products introduced by companies fail to meet expectations, costing millions of dollars in wasted research & development, tooling, production, inventory, and marketing. Southwick Associates helps hunting and shooting sports companies minimize these losses and significantly increase the success rate of new products through the use of proven statistics-based market research methods.

“In recent years, consumers have been demanding greater value from the growing range of choices available to them,” reports Tom Allen, Southwick Associates’ Vice President of Research. “The right combination of features and price will make or break a new product. Given the wide range of choices competing for attention, failure is easy if you don’t understand exactly what customers want.”

To help companies identify which products are more likely to

The Orvis Home Office in Sunderland, VT

Welcome to the Orvis Job Wall, where we update you periodically on the opportunities to be a part of the Orvis team. If you read this blog regularly, you're probably already aware of what a. . .

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Written by: Jon Hill

Unseasonably warm weather in Colorado meant great dry-fly action on the small streams of the Front Range.
Photos by Jon Hill

As the ski season here in Colorado kicks off, other parts of the country are ending their trout season. I'm lucky enough to live in a state where I can fish year round. As some people head. . .

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Freshman Kyla Jackson and Caper, her diabetic service dog, who have been together since July.
Photo by Adam Kiefer via idsnews.com

We've posted many times about the incredible lifesaving service provided by diabetic-alert dogs. This great story from the Indiana Daily Student focuses on a freshman named Kyla Jackson. . .

The post From pet to protector: The dog that saved Kyla’s life appeared first on Orvis News.

It's been four months since we were last treated to a video from our old pal—and World's greatest Fly Fishing Guide—Hank Patterson. But he's come back with a real doozy, in which he. . .

The post Video: Hank Patterson and the Bait Fishers, Part I appeared first on Orvis News.

In this beautifully shot short film Jeroen Wohe, owner of Skeena River Lodge, shares his thoughts on fly fishing for steelhead. Via Get Away Tours.

The 5th annual Renzetti Fly Fishing and Rod Building Fair will be held Dec 4 and 5^th, 2015, in Titusville, FL. Proceeds from the event will go to benefit Casting for Recovery Florida and Project Healing Waters.

Read more in the press release below.