Butte man lands Big Hole lunker Jun 16, 2009
"Those fish are exceptions in many ways." Kingston, who has snagged big steelhead on Idaho's Clearwater River, agreed he may have caught the fish of a lifetime when it comes to fly fishing the Big Hole River. "I'll probably never catch one that big again in my life," he said. (Montana Standard, MT)
Fishing Report for June 4-11, 2009 Jun 5, 2009
It's been running at about 7,500 cfs; there were a lot of caddis, and in the back channel and soft water the dry fly fishing with caddis was great. Try streamers and nymphs. (Montana Standard, MT)
• Outdoors briefs Jun 4, 2009
Get hooked onfly fishing. The College of Southern Idaho's North Side Center has scheduled a Fly Fishing Basics class from 6:30-8:30 p.m. June 25. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Utah Sports Store Park's Sportsman Sponsors Wild Outdoors Festival & STIHL Timbersports Series at Thanksgiving Point Jun 3, 2009
The festival also includes: fly fishing demos stationary steer roping buck wild bull riding a mountain bike course Air Force simulator (Friday only) geo caching activities archery ATV's Boats Outfitters dog agility competitions fly tying camping displays including tent building and packing competitions disc golf Airsoft guns rock comlbing BBQ and Dutch oven cooking, Subaru SeaRay Course A' Lure Dog Racing. This portion of the event includes the following six sports: Springboard, STIHL Stock Saw,... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Business briefs May 31, 2009
For 20 years the Orvis Company has recognized excellence in fly fishing lodges, fly fishing outfitters and fly fishing guides through its Endorsed Lodges Outfitters and Guides program. WCDA tabs single family director. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Now, THIS is P.E. class May 31, 2009
Stremcha explains with a laugh that she has never been fly fishing, but learned how to tie the flies anyway. You mean youve never even been. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Brook Trout on the Fly May 30, 2009
Fly Fishing the East Coast for the Prettiest of Fish ... Brook trout will eat other creatures as well, such as hellgrammites, crayfish, sculpins, baitfish, and worms, so flies that look like any of these tasty morsels can be productive at times when fly fishing for brook trout ... They offer anglers with all of the characteristics of a prime fly fishing target, and they are indisputably among the prettiest fish in the world. (Suite101.com)
Elementary school club takes to fishing: hook, line and sinker May 30, 2009
Miller, a physical education teacher at Gastineau Elementary, started the club with the help of Dick Callahan, a Department of Fish and Game employee, and Mike Undurraga, of Juneau Fly Fishing Goods. Miller said he's started a lot of local clubs over the years - jump roping, marathon running, basketball - but with this endeavor he wanted to make a lasting impression. (Juneau Empire)
Fly Fishing for Rio Grande Cutthroa... May 29, 2009
Fly Fishing for Rio Grande Cutthroat Trout. Fly Fishing for Rio Grande Cutthroat Trout ... Fly fishing for native Rio Grande Cutthroat is one of the most exhilarating experiences for anglers in New Mexico. (Suite101.com)
Fishing Report 5/29/09 May 29, 2009
Dry fly fishing has been sporadic. On overcast mornings, hatches have included Blue-Winged Olives and small midges (sizes 22-24), Light Cahills (16), and March Browns (12-14). (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Acton police logs: May 21 edition May 26, 2009
The vehicle belonged to a man who was fly fishing nearby. Tuesday, May 12. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Fly-fishing ranch to open (24) May 26, 2009
Local fly-fishers are anxiously awaiting the opening of the Leland Fly Fishing Outfitters new retail store here sometime very soon (possibly within two weeks). The shop will be located at their new "Leland Fly Fishing Ranch" on Arnold Drive just south of the Schellville Airport. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Oregon Recreation Report (4) May 25, 2009
Bait fishing has been productive, as has fly fishing during the morning and early evening hatches. Aquatic vegetation makes fishing difficult from the South and West side of the lake. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Flyfishers tie up meeting season May 22, 2009
On hand were fly fishing enthusiasts, fly rods for demo and free hot dogs. Juneau Fly Fishing Goods provided the 6 and 8 weight demo rods for use ... Employees and guides from the local fly fishing shop also led two beginning fly casting courses for anyone interested. (Juneau Empire)
Students break away for Memorial Day weekend May 22, 2009
The summer activities of Sundance will offer their traditional scenic lift rides, hiking trials, mountain biking, fly fishing, horseback riding, kids camp and river rafting. The summer activities are a huge part of Sundance and a great way to involve the community, Ridolphi said. (The Daily Universe, UT)
Don’t be afraid to REALLY change your fly May 17, 2009
If you are new to fly fishing, selection of the proper fly can be confusing ... Remember: Observation is the key to successful fly fishing. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Fort Collins Marriott Hotels Offer Summer Discounts Starting at $89 May 17, 2009
Ranked the Second Best Place to Live in America by Money Magazine, Fort Collins is home to premier whitewater rafting and fly fishing at nearby Poudre River, and camping and hiking at world famous Rocky Mountain National Park. While in town travelers can visit Colorado State University, Promenade Shops at Centerra and Old Town Fort Collins, the inspiration for Main Street USA at Disneyland. (PR Newswire)
Chiropractic Marketing Consultant Ben Altadonna Helps Doctors of Chiropractic Through The Use of Press Releases May 16, 2009
" Other than helping doctors, Ben Altadonna spends much of his time doing things he enjoys like chess, fly fishing, exercising, and relaxing at his cabin in Pray, Montana. # # # Altadonna Communications, Inc. Ben Altadonna 800-795-5221 Trackback URL: http://prweb.com/pingpr.php/U3F1YS1TcXVhLUxvdmUtRW1wdC1IYWxmLUNvdXAtWmVybw== Related Searches: Buzz Up More... Most Viewed - Business AP Reuters Reuters AP Reuters Most Blogged - Business washingtonpost.com - Business Policy Thu May 14, 8:11 pm EDT... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
#30 HANOVER, NEW HAMPSHIRE May 15, 2009
MUST DO Ever try fly fishing. There's nothing quite like spending a sunny summer day in cool, almost chest-deep waters. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
#34 LIVINGSTON MANOR, NEW YORK May 15, 2009
Aspiring fishermen and women should take a lesson at the Wulff School of Fly Fishing before casting out (Call [800] 328-3638). The Beaverkill or the Willowemoc Rivers snake through town, and both are best known for their trout stocks. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Montana, Wyoming fishing report for May 14 May 14, 2009
Gallatin: Fish are still looking up occasionally for BWO's and some March Browns and Caddis as well, so be on the lookout for some good dry fly fishing. Nymphing will be your mainstay. (Montana Standard, MT)
Metal detecting can be a great way to experience the outdoors May 14, 2009
But with so many recreational opportunities available - everything from hiking, fly fishing and hunting to horseback riding, motorcycling and whitewater rafting - it becomes easy to overlook more laid back activities such as metal detecting. If you plan right, though, metal detecting can take you to places you might not consider when doing other outdoor activities - or it can take you to simple destinations, such as city parks. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
UM class of 2009: Getting it write - English major remains optimistic about journalism career May 13, 2009
Along the way, he wrote stories, picked up fly fishing, worked as a cook at Del's Place, collected rejection letters and, maybe most important, learned to strive for things that seemed out of reach. At 6-foot-6 with broad shoulders and curly spirals that hang to his chin, Mollet looks more like a member of the Grizzlies' defensive line than an editor of UM's undergraduate literary magazine, The Oval. (Missoulian, MT)
Travel: 9 Remote Getaways May 12, 2009
The 40-room hotel, which is located on a 450-acre estate in Galway, is most famous as a fly fishing destination, with its salmon and sea trout fishery. If you prefer food with feathers, there's woodcock shooting, and for more peace loving folks, there are plenty of walking and riding trails and wildlife to see. (Time.com)
Helena brand’ takes shape May 12, 2009
The nonprofit Helena Institute has compiled a roster of more than 30 instructors, offering two- to five-day classes in everything from fly fishing to table-making, quilting to training for triathlons. The courses kick off the last day of July and run through September. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Ski, Hike, or Enjoy the Lake in Ogd... May 9, 2009
When looking for a place to take an outdoors-themed vacation, one usually wants mountain activities for the winter (skiing and snowboarding) or summer (hiking and mountain biking), a large body of water for boating, jet-skiing or water-skiing, and valley based adventures such as golf, hot-air ballooning, geo-caching, river rafting and fly fishing. Of course, all of the above should come in a setting with picturesque views and a top-notch resort. (Suite101.com)
Future looks good for fishing guides May 9, 2009
Joyce said Red s has also seen a decline in the number of people hiring guides for fly fishing expeditions on the Yakima River ... Worley-Bugger Fly Co. owner Steve Worley said that overall his business, which sells fly fishing gear and has a guide service, is doing well despite the economy mainly because fishing is a relatively cheap sport to participate in ... While all of the previous businesses specialize in fly fishing on the Yakima River, Togiak River Fishing Adventures sends expeditions... (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Sports in Juneau May 7, 2009
Free fly casting lessons - Representatives from Juneau Fly Fishing Goods, Raincountry Flyfishers and Trout Unlimited will be at Twin Lakes starting at 6 p.m. to provide free fly casting lessons, and an opportunity to demo fly rods. All fly fishers, and anyone interested in fly fishing is invited. (Juneau Empire)
Mothers Day caddis are hatching on Yellowstone May 7, 2009
Midges and blue-winged olives are hatching and dry fly fishing is improving every day. Bighorn Fly and Tackle. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Fishing report May 7, 2009
Cinda Howard of the Scottsdale Orvis store says that fly fishing in White Mountains is excellent at Becker Lake near Springerville and Sunrise and A-1 lakes on the Fort Apache Reservation. At Becker and Sunrise she suggests using black wooly buggers or midges fished under an indicator and says to use black wooly buggers at A-1. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Bait shops ready for business May 4, 2009
We Tie It Fly Shop is the only shop between Green Bay and Duluth exclusively dedicated to fly fishing. Sherer published an early season report on his Web site. (Forest Republican, WI)
Ready for a spin? May 2, 2009
Cycling is the third best cardiovascular workout, only behind swimming and cross-country skiing, said Brett Peterson of Campus Cycle and Fly Fishing, Lewisburg. Depending on the type of cycling road or mountain biking it s also a good physical workout for building strength. (Milton Standard Journal, PA)
Four Circles Recovery Center Introduces Adventure Curriculum into its Wilderness-Based Substance Abuse Treatment Program May 2, 2009
Rock climbing and fly fishing make their debut at Four Circles substance abuse treatment program as one more way to help young men and women on their path toward recovery ... In addition to week-long wilderness expeditions and 12-step programming at base camp, clients at Four Circles will now enjoy rock climbing, fly fishing, and other adventure trips every six weeks ... "Adventure activities like rock climbing and fly fishing give our clients more opportunities for peak experiences, which have... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Missoula resilient during recession - At forum, statistics show city good place to live May 1, 2009
OhYea wrote on Apr 29, 2009 9:27 PM:" To BW - Yea I got my information at the bar, that's right actually talking with real people, not messaging statistics. There are lies, more lies and statistics. If you have any kind of education above 6th grade you would know that you can get surveys and statistics to say anything you want. Missoula in large part is made up of people who moved here, not born here, people with a backing of cash coming from various outside sources, the don't move here to work,... (Missoulian, MT)
• CSINorth Side registration underway Apr 30, 2009
The summer Adult Enrichment line-up includes Cooking with Dutch Ovens, Knit One-Felt Too, Iris Paper Folding, Garden Party, Design Your Space, Digital Camera Landscape Photography, Dare to Dream, Diet and Exercise Made Simple, Run for Your Life, Introductory Pickleball, Fly Fishing Basics, Family Ropes Course Adventure, Beginning Bird-watching, Trapshooting, Handgun Safety, Conversational Spanish and Dog Obedience. A full slate of College for Kids courses is being offered at the North Side... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Soaking up sun, stars Apr 30, 2009
Basic Fly Fishing Clinic. Learn the art of fly fishing at this hands-on class. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Five Southern fishing hotspots Apr 28, 2009
Some stretches are ideal for wading and fly fishing ... Go first in winter and sample a local specialty known as float-and-fly fishing, a hair-jig and bobber angling method made famous by Dale Hollow regulars. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Police Look for Missing Good Samaritan in Potomac Apr 28, 2009
She's hosting hundreds of children in a fly fishing seminar and says safety is more a priority than ever. Digg It. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Angler gets caught up in rough day fly fishing Apr 28, 2009
Tuesday, April 28, 2009. The joy of being an indiscriminate fly fisherman is that the only thing one needs to do properly is hook a fish. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Louis J. 'Lou' Steck Apr 28, 2009
Hobbies: First 60 years: backpacking, fly fishing, camping, writing, upland game hunting, photography. Subsequent 20 years: reading, writing, dreaming of days gone by. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Weather having a major effect on spring fishing Apr 19, 2009
On-Stream Fly Fishing Class The Delaware Valley Fly Fishers will be offering an "On the Stream Fly Fishing Techniques" class on Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. out of the Little Lehigh Fly Shop in Allentown, Pa. The class will feature instructions right on the Little Lehigh River. (NJ.com -- Times)
Fishing Report: 4/17/09 Apr 17, 2009
Dunbar Creek: Catch and Release Fly Fishing Only, Glade Run to 1. 7 miles upstream bridge at Pechin's, March 14, brooks. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Fly-fishing retailers feel pinch Apr 17, 2009
But for many years, fly fishing occupied a much smaller niche ... "With something like this, personal service is terribly important," said Joe Kline, 80, of Bellevue, who has been fly fishing for 35 years ... "Big box shops are now in every strip mall, and you can order anything on the Internet. But if you want service after the sale you can't get that anywhere but in a place that specializes in fly fishing.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Follow the trail to the best of the West Apr 17, 2009
As Travel Channel's Samantha Brown found out, theres plenty to do here, including fly fishing, hiking, and horseback riding. All that and you actually do your duty to help the environment. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Quality Time Apr 16, 2009
For all ages: The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission and the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will jointly host a Family Fly Fishing program at Oil Creek State Park from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.. The program will include the basics about fishing, including how to rig a fishing rod, types of bait, knot tying, rules and regulations and how to cast. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Easton School staffers wear many hats Apr 16, 2009
Cece Badda, another longtime staff member and nationally accredited teacher, teaches both art and PE. She pioneered an innovative PE curriculum that includes archery, fly fishing, downhill skiing, snowboarding, cross country skiing and snowshoeing as well as outdoor survival. The Wolf Cup, a rotating trophy awarded to the state champion archery team, sits in a glass display case. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Myhre: Warmwaterflytyer.com Apr 16, 2009
Passion for fly fishing leads to popular Web site ... "A lot of guys at the fly fishing shows I was attending lamented the fact that "Warm Water Fly Fishing" magazine had gone out of business after 40 years of publication," Bean says ... He began freelance writing and soon articles about his fly patterns, tying tips and fly fishing features began showing up in magazines such as Fly Tyer Magazine, Warmwater Fly Fishing and the Fly Fishing and Tying Journal. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Can surfing save the world? Apr 15, 2009
Now 70, he still likes to ride waves, but the love of dangerous climbs has given way to another passion, fly fishing. "My favourite thing is to go off to Tahiti with my fly rod and my surfboard, and surf when the tide is just right in the channels and go fish for bone fish for the rest of the day," he says. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Wal-Mart hiring Apr 13, 2009
It will be a separate area toward the front of the store and exclusive to fly fishing only, Hall said. It ll be a great resource for fly fishermen. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Hand-crafted in Twin Bridges Apr 12, 2009
And they all share the passion for fly fishing. "Everybody who works here are fishermen, and we're making rods that people fish with," he said. (Montana Standard, MT)
Fishing: Anglers share early-season secrets on landing trout Apr 12, 2009
-- Dave Wolf, Selinsgrove, fly fishing author and instructor. Bugs n'at. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Outdoors Calendar Apr 12, 2009
Contact: 503-283-0044 Clark Skamania Flyfishers: Meeting with Rick Hafele, discussing fly fishing western lakes; 6 p.m. Wednesday; Camas Meadows Golf Club, 4105 N.W. Camas Meadows Drive, Camas ... com Clark Skamania Flyfishers: Annual beginning fly fishing school, featuring a variety of classes; 9 a.m.-6 p.m. April 18; Washington Water Resource Education Center, 4600 S.E. Columbia Way, Vancouver ... Contact: Denny Way, 360-260-3872 Rod days: Temple Fork Fly Rods will allow you to try their line... (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Smith: Dog-loving doctor making house calls Apr 11, 2009
" Many doctors are into golf, second homes at the beach, fly fishing, and all sorts of hobbies. Dr. Rhodes is into medicine and the Bulldogs. "They can't have as much fun as I'm having," he says. When the subject of his undergraduate days came up, he remarked he thought Zeke Bratkowski, former Georgia quarterback in the 1950s, "had the strongest arm I ever saw in Athens," I had some idea of his age. What about retirement? "Retirement. " he repeated incredulously. "Why would I want to retire. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Study: Range of pharmaceuticals in fish across US Apr 11, 2009
We specialize in bass fishing trips on the desert lakes surrounding Scottsdale and Phoenix, and fly fishing adventures for Rainbow, Brown, and Apache trout throughout Arizona's High Country. Featured. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Fly fishing shop closes Apr 11, 2009
News Story - Idaho State Journal. Idaho State Journal Fly-tying champion Chuck Collins shows off a collection of antique flys from Scotland in his fly-tying room. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Wellesley letters: April 9 Apr 10, 2009
This wonderful pilot program has made it possible for students of different interests, ages and points of view to connect with one another on school grounds as they play ultimate Frisbee, learn to cook, try out fly fishing, or sit around the table playing board games. In a community committed to excellence, taking time out for recreation might seem counterproductive; in a climate of economic hardship, focusing not just on work but on play might seem indulgent. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Trout Stockings: Somerset County (Yesterday) Apr 10, 2009
Catch and Release Fly Fishing Only, 1. 6 km above Windber Reservoir to Windber Reservoir, April 29 meets 9:15 a.m. Frosty Corner Ice Cream Stand south of Rt. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Eldred “Eldy” Lowell Myers (24) Apr 8, 2009
Through the years Eldred enjoyed water skiing, fly fishing, white water rafting, scuba diving, golf and especially flying planes ... Eldred was then married to Peggy on Nov. 27, 1992, in Houston, Texas, and together they enjoyed travel and fly fishing. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Clays shoot highlights April events Apr 6, 2009
Cash bar cocktails begin at 6 p.m. with dinner following at 7 p.m. A raffle, which will include many items of value to those that enjoy the pursuit of fly fishing, will follow dinner. CONTINUED 1. (NJ.com -- Times)
Versatile spinners and spoons can catch trout in most conditions all year long Apr 5, 2009
But for anglers who want a more proactive experience -- without the wholesale shift in tackle philosophy that is fly fishing -- nothing beats spinners and spoons ... The key advantage to spinning for trout is that it can be effective year-round in all special regulation waters except Catch and Release Fly Fishing Only. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Toutle Lake stalwart Casey Feroglia dies at age 62 Apr 2, 2009
When he wasn t teaching, coaching baseball or spending time with his daughters, Kylee and Chelsea, Feroglia could be found fly fishing in one of the local rivers ... He also loved to spend time fly fishing. (Longview Daily News, WA)
IGFA on board for 2009 season Apr 2, 2009
At the 2009 World Championship, anglers will compete in two divisions: light tackle and fly fishing ... Sandy Moret's Florida Keys Outfitters, a renowned saltwater fly fishing shop, will manage the championship operations, while the IGFA will remain the championship's nonprofit benefactor with a fundraiser and auction to be held during the championship. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Clubs fit golfers to a TnT Mar 30, 2009
HOBBIES: Golf, fly fishing. From the Monday, March 30, 2009 edition of the Augusta Chronicle Reader Comments Note: Comments are not edited and don't represent the views of The Augusta Chronicle. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Boiling Springs shop takes me back Mar 29, 2009
Ed Koch opened the doors of the little shop long before anyone thought about making a movie about fly fishing ... I stood on that tiny back lawn with John the other day and cast Emilys Hardy fly rod as they prepare the shop for the introduction of the entire line of Hardy fly fishing products and accessories ... I dont know how much weight my suggestion carried twelve years ago at a Fly Fishing Show in Somerset N.J. but who knows. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Nice weather is coming. Check out our list of outdoors activities. Mar 28, 2009
Heart of Virginia Aviation, Hanover County Airport, Ashland, 804/798-6500, FLY FISHING. Falmouth Flats Fly Fishers is a club that promotes fly fishing and offers instruction to all. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
