News On The Fly

Baxter, who lives with social media manager Tucker Kimball, enjoys a closeup.
Photo by Tucker Kimball

Happy National Dog Week, now in its 87th year, which was launched by Captain William Lewis Judy in 1928 to create more responsible dog owners. Coming hot on the heels of last month’s. . .

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Written by: Jeremiah Greco

“The Best Cool Weather Shirt! I love these shirts! They are warm without being heavy, they look great, and last for years. And I love the patterns! What more could you ask for?” –Mac from MA

While you can argue that every season is plaid season, fall and winter (especially the holidays) take on their own importance where plaid is concerned, and the tartan shirt, in particular, rises to the top of our wardrobe choices. Most of us

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Here is a couple of super-short videos to enliven your afternoon. The first is from the Finnmark region of northern Norway, on the border of Finland. Videographer Esko Asikainen says he. . .

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Here's the winners' spread from the Orvis Fall Hunting Book

As we were putting together our new digital hunting book a few months ago, we realized it was missing something – the photos and stories of our fans and customers in the field. So we put. . .

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The big bass of the Texas Hill Country are Alvin's favorite quarry.
All photos courtesy Alvin Dedeaux

Alvin Dedeaux is the owner of All Water Guides (2015 Orvis Guide Service of the Year Finalist) and Alvin Dedeaux Fly Fishing in Austin, Texas. He spends most of his time chasing. . .

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Emmy and Oscar went from scared and starving to happy and healthy in just a few weeks.
Photos via Trio Animal Foundation

A wonderful article on The Dodo tells the story of Oscar and Emmy, two dogs who were found in an abandoned Chicago building two months ago. According to folks at Trio Animal. . .

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For the past few years, the highlight of the annual Orvis Guide Rendezvous in Missoula, Montana, has been the Down the Hatch Fly Fishing Film Festival, which showcases some of the. . .

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Ben Furimsky has been announced as new president and CEO of the The Fly Fishing Show. Ben will take over the work from his father, Chuck Furimsky, who will continue his role as director.

Read more in the press release below.

From AFFTA:

The American Fly Fishing Trade Association is pleased to announce the hiring of Jess McGlothlin as communications director.

“McGlothlin is no stranger to the fly fishing industry, her dedication and passion for the fly fishing industry is evident in her work”, said AFFTA President Ben Bulis. Her most recent role was as outdoor copywriter at Orvis, a position that evolved to include a host of special projects and photography assignments, including photo shoots in Belize, Montana, New York,and Alaska. She has a strong history as a freelance writer and photographer—in 2009 she founded her company, Jess McGlothlin Media and has since traveled from far northern Russia to remote South Pacific atolls for various commercial and editorial assignments. She will continue to grow her freelance business while working with AFFTA.

A background including

It's never easy to say good-bye to a dear friend
Photo by Morris Animal Foundation

Understanding Pet Loss and Grief
Nancy Kay Clark, BSB/M, CVT
Morris Animal Foundation

Do you remember the first dog you knew? What about the first one you loved? Sadie was a basset hound. Mellow to the bone, ears in her water bowl, low and slow and even-keeled. I was just a young girl, and Sadie lived at my level. She let me pull on her ears, dress her up, and hug her whenever I needed. Dogs, like Sadie, affect our lives deeply and often are the first to teach us about unconditional love....

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A volunteer deputy acted quickly and decisively when presented with a burning car outside a dog show in Chesapeake, Virginia, on Saturday. Master Deputy Wayne Spencer reached into the. . .

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The center is named for Ralph Perkins II, who was passionate about nature before his tragic death at a young age.

Leigh H. Perkins bought The Orvis Company in 1965, and the family has owned and run the Manchester, Vermont-based company ever since. (Leigh's sons, Perk and Dave, now serve as. . .

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Vaidas Uselis, from Lithuania, has produced one of the more gorgeous solo-fly-fishing videos of all time. Here's his description of it: . . .

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How would you feel about sharing a room with this funny-looking guy?
Photo by Austin Pets Alive!

Canine Parvovirus is a highly contagious, life-threatening disease. With many of the symptoms of flu in humans, puppies and young dogs who have not been vaccinated are most highly at risk. And if catching this nasty bug wasn't bad enough, the most common treatment for puppies in shelters is euthanasia. No wonder the little fella above looks none too happy....

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Written by: Phoebe Bean

It was slow going at first, but the hopper action heated up in the afternoon, when Phoebe hooked this big one.
Photos by Phoebe Bean

September is my favorite month of the year. Crisp, fall air signifies the beginning of vibrant splashes of reds, oranges, and yellows amidst the once-green aspens and cottonwoods, and I. . .

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It's been an incredible journey for brave Harley.
Photo via American Humane Association

For 10 years, Harley suffered life in a puppy mill before he was rescued and given much-needed veterinary care. He is missing an eye, has deformed legs, and his teeth have been. . .

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This week, we had lots of great questions in the Fly Box because I have not done a podcast in a few weeks—so there were lots of good ones in my inbox. We talk about using the Non-Slip. . .

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This film highlights the aesthetics of fishing for seabass in Brittany, France. Via 9p#5 Média.

GeoBass:  PNG, Take 2!

Some of our long time buds getting after in as adventurous of a way possible for fly anglers. 

original content Costa

This week we had lots of great questions in the Fly Box because I have not done a podcast in a few weeks—so there were lots of good ones in my inbox.  We talk about using the Non-Slip Mono Loop knot for fresh water, tippet rings, tough rising fish, Depth Charge Lines, fly boxes for big dries, click-and pawl reels for trout, up vs. down vs. ring eyes for fly hooks—plus two great suggestions from listeners:  one on casting fatigue and the other on a very innovative way to dry CDC flies.

And in the main event, casting instructor extraordinaire Pete Kutzer and I try to simplify Spey casting and lines for two-handed rods.  I am not sure we simplified it much but hopefully it will answer some of your questions.

Jim McDuffie has been announced as new Executive Director of The Bonefish & Tarpon Trust. McDuffie brings over 25 years of experience in the non-profit sector, including with The Nature Conservancy.

Read more in the press release below.

Vedavoo has announced an annual raffle of hand-built and hand-painted packs, with proceeds going to benefit Project Healing Waters.

Read more in the press release below.

The American Fly Fishing Trade Association has announced Jess McGlothlin as communications director. “I’m thrilled to be joining AFFTA at this exciting time,” McGlothlin notes. “Our industry is undergoing significant change, and there is an opportunity for the fly-fishing community as a whole to emerge stronger and more intelligent than ever.”

Read more in the press release below.

Hey Charlotte, NC! We're really excited to partner with the North Carolina Wildlife Federation and will donate up to $5,000 to their Catawba River Restoration Project, but we need your help. It's fun and it's easy. . .

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Welcome to our latest edition of the Orvis News Friday Fly-Fishing Film Festival, made up of the best videos from around the world. This week, you've got a baker's dozen fascinating. . .

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The Fly Fishing Show’s new CEO – Ben Furimsky

From: The Fly Fishing Show

The Fly Fishing Show, producer of the worlds largest consumer fly fishing shows, has announced the appointment of Ben Furimsky as the new President and CEO.

The Fly Fishing Show started in 1992 and Ben became involved in 1993. He has worked for the show as a speaker, fly tier, exhibitor, and staff member on site. Ben took over the role as Co-Director in 2009, working alongside his father Chuck. Over the past 6 years, Ben has expanded his job duties with the show. He will now continue working full time overseeing the day-to-day operations. Chuck will continue his role as Director and his wife, Janet, will continue managing ticket sales. Both will be available at all show locations.

According to Chuck Furimsky, “Ben has been taking over the more challenging and time consuming jobs involved with the show, so completing his transition to President should be smooth and efficient. I’ll be looking forward to more fishing time.”

“I’ve been working with most of our exhibitors for quite a long time, so many will not even notice a transition. We are like a big extended family. My wife, Brooke, and I are very excited about the future of the Fly Fishing Show. I look forward to continued growth and moving our show ahead as a leader in the industry. We are already selling out our 2016 shows at a record pace which is a great indicator for our industry of the year to come,” says Ben Furimsky.

Dates, locations and hours for the 2016 Fly Fishing Shows have been established as follows:

About 25 years ago, Spokane, Washington-based wildlife artist Deanna Camp was thinking about the “jackalope” genre of art that had flourished in the 1970s, and being a self-described smart. . .

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Maja Kazazic is a survivor, having lived through a bomb blast in her native Bosnia, as well as the infection that ultimately took part of her leg. And for that reason, she was drawn to the story. . .

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You may know Tracie Hotchner as Radio Pet Lady and the author of  THE DOG BIBLE: Everything Your Dog Wants You to Know, but she is about to launch a new project: The New York Dog. . .

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Written by: Peter Nardini, American Museum of Fly Fishing

A vulcanized-rubber fly reel? This seemed like a good idea in the 1870s.
Photos courtesy AMFF

Editor’s note: The American Museum of Fly Fishing is located right next to the Orvis Flagship store in Manchester, Vermont. The folks from the museum will be sharing many of the cool. . .

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The third installment of “The Legacy Project,” features PHWFF Founder and President Ed Nicholson. The film shows how nature can heal wounds and how just one person can start something big.