Posted on February 11 2015
I suspect that most dog owners view obedience training as something they do to make their own lives easier. An obedient dog won’t run away, dive into the nearest trash bin, or ignore your. . .
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Posted on February 11 2015
Scientists seem to be spending a lot of time studying dogs these days. We've posted a couple of times about the lab at the Duke Canine Cognition Center at Duke University, and we've. . .
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Posted on February 11 2015
Check out this killer video from Colorado's Gunnison River, featuring two brothers who make their lives on the water. Here's their description of the action: . . .
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Posted on February 11 2015
Here's a remarkable video from the folks at Operation Houston, who work hard to save and protect street dogs and even those who have homes but bad owners. These rescuers have to. . .
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Posted on February 11 2015
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When I got the email from Joan Flagler of Tightline Productions pointing me to this week's video, I responded, "Tim's just trying to piss people off now, isn’t he?" Of course, I was kidding, but I. . .
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Posted on February 11 2015
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A sharply declining barracuda population in the Florida Keys has spurred anglers into action. The Lower Keys Guides Association’s campaign “Save the Barracuda” has helped bring this concern to the attention of the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission. Upcoming “barracuda workshops” hosted by the FWC will focus on informing the anglers and the public about barracuda numbers, health and habitat.
Read more in the press release below.
Posted on February 10 2015
From AFFTA:
The American Fly Fishing Trade Association board has voted on location and dates for the second annual Dealer Summit, an immensely successful educational and networking event aimed at supporting fly fishing retailers nationwide. The 2015 AFFTA Dealer Summit will be held in Bozeman, Montana on October 12-‐15, 2015.
The Dealer Summit will be held in downtown Bozeman with accommodations offered at The Element by Westin. The Element is a brand new facility slated to open in July of 2015. Both the hotel and the meeting space will be within walking distance to Bozeman’s lively nightlife including a myriad of restaurants, bars and shops. Additionally, angling opportunities abound at the nearby famed fisheries of the Gallatin, Madison and Yellowstone rivers.
The AFFTA Dealer Summit is a retailer event geared to moving their business, and the sport and industry of fly fishing, forward. Seminar speakers, networking and roundtable discussions are the cornerstones of the Dealer Summit, as well as
Posted on February 10 2015
From Lower Keys Guides Association:
by Bridget McDonald
Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) data shows commercial catch of barracuda in the Florida Keys has increased fivefold in three years, from 10,000 pounds in 2011 to more than 50,000 in 2013. That year, Florida Keys waters accounted for 67 percent of the state’s commercial barracuda catch.
Last year, when fishing guides and others began to notice that barracuda were suddenly not as plentiful as they had been in the Florida Keys, one local group decided to try to find out why.
Members of Lower Keys Guides Association, comprised of local fishing guides and anglers from around the world, are dedicated to sustainable fisheries and maintaining the historic tradition of backcountry fishing in the Florida Keys. The group initiated a Save the Barracuda campaign and online petition that asked FWC commissioners to consider the status of the barracuda.
In response to concerns expressed by the Keys fishing community, the FWC is hosting several workshops where staff will share their information on the current status and future of
Posted on February 10 2015
From Douglas:
The new Upstream Fly Rod range from Douglas Outdoors brings four unique, ultra-lite rods to the river. Each rod is designed to have a minimum, but high function approach to bush and upcountry fishing environments. The challenge of both close-casting and line control as well as casting your line with authority is a balance that Upstream strikes with ease.
Each of these standard-modulus graphite blanks are finished with a cork cap, ring reel seats and a natural Tonkin bamboo color with clear wraps.
A lightweight 1 5/8” brushed aluminum rod tube and sock are
Posted on February 10 2015
From TU:
Clear Creek County Commissioner Tim Mauck testified today before a joint hearing of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works in support of a proposed federal rule that would restore protections to headwater streams under the Clean Water Act.
The so-called Waters of the United States rule, put forth by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Army Corps of Engineers, is in draft form, and has received support in the form of public comment from about 800,000 Americans. It was crafted in response to a pair of Supreme Court rulings in the early and mid-2000s that removed longstanding Clean Water Act protections from “intermittent and ephemeral” headwater streams unless they were shown to have a “significant nexus” with the larger rivers and streams into which they flow. The EPA and the Corps have since proven a scientific nexus between America’s great rivers and their headwater streams–hence the draft rule.
Despite the overwhelming public support for the rule, many in Congress see the rule as “overreach,” and efforts are afoot to derail the established rule-making process and prohibit the EPA from
Posted on February 10 2015
From Umpqua:
Umpqua is pleased to announce that Geri Norton will take on the role of Administration Manager in which she will oversee all Accounting, Customer Service, and Human Resource functions. For the past 10 years, Geri has worked in and made significant contributions to virtually every aspect of Umpqua, from Sales & Marketing to the Warehouse, Packaging and Production. This places her in an advantageous position to synchronize and streamline the efforts of these vital and related business departments. Her most recent role was that of Customer Service Manager.
“Geri’s profound knowledge of
Posted on February 10 2015
Our friends at The New Fly Fisher television show have been uploading short videos to their "Tips N Tricks" YouTube account. In this one, Tom Rosenbauer discusses where you should look. . .
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Posted on February 10 2015
Laura Ellis, the artist behind Brush and Bone Portraits, is a real friend of the Orvis Dogs blog, often sending in links to great stories and videos. But as you can see here, she also has a wonderful. . .
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Posted on February 10 2015
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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Posted on February 10 2015
Rupert is a two-year-old Whippet who lives with Jan Burton in England. The dog seemed so photogenic that Burton began snapping photos of them doing human-like things around the. . .
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Posted on February 10 2015
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Posted on February 10 2015
Written by: Jon Tobey
Last summer, I made my annual trip home for the 4th of July. My parents recently moved to Franklin, New Hampshire—once called “Crotch Town” because two rivers, the Pemigewasset. . .
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Posted on February 10 2015
Yesterday, we told you about Carmen, a dog who had stayed with her owner as a fire ravaged their home in Ohio. Although the owner, Benjamin Ledford, lost his life, firefighters were able. . .
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Posted on February 10 2015
The word epic gets thrown around a lot, but that's exactly what the folks from Seize the Frame were going for when they put together this trailer. From the music to the slow motion to the. . .
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Posted on February 10 2015
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This underwater film shows some great footage of rainbow trout and steelhead at various stages of life, and their journey from home waters to the ocean and back.
Posted on February 10 2015
Douglas Outdoors brings together minimalism and high-functional in its new series of Upstream Fly Rods. The Upstream rods will be available in four difference sizes, beginning in April 2015.
Read more in the press release below.
Posted on February 10 2015
Posted on February 10 2015
Umpqua Feather Merchants has announced Geri Norton as their new administration manager. Norton has been with the company for the past 10 years and will now oversee all Accounting, Customer Service, and Human Resource functions.
Read more in the press release below.
Posted on February 09 2015
We're happy to announce our recent $500 Orvis Gift Card giveaway winner! Congratulations to Donna Welch of . . .
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Posted on February 09 2015
We've all heard of "black dog syndrome" (BDS), the phenomenon in which black dogs are adopted at a slower rate than lighter-colored dogs. Although there are many who dispute the existence. . .
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Posted on February 09 2015
The folks at Montana Angler Fly Fishing—an Orvis endorsed expedition in Bozeman, Montana—took a group of anglers to Carrileufu River Lodge in Argentina last month. They also brought. . .
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Posted on February 09 2015
The Norwegian anglers behind Cine Fly Fishing have put together another cool, dreamy fly-fishing video. I don't know why they call these "Cheesy Fly," because it's pretty awesome. Watching. . .
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Posted on February 09 2015
Watching the Westminster Kennel Club show on TV is great because you get to see so many glorious breeds in one place. But what if you could actually meet and pet the dogs? The. . .
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Posted on February 09 2015
Adam Marton and Andy Mill will lead the 2015 Belize Tarpon Tagging Expedition. This short film features the work of this joint effort between anglers and scientists from the University of Miami to learn more about these great fish.
Posted on February 09 2015
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The American Fly Fishing Trade Association has announced dates and location for their annual Dealer Summit. The 2015 event will be October 12-15, to be held in Bozeman, Montana.
Read more in the press release below.
Posted on February 09 2015
The latest issue of the Canadian magazine The New Fly Fisher—an offshoot of the television show—is online now, and it’s free. With features on monster Nipigon brook trout, pre-spawn carp, . . .
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Posted on February 09 2015
