Praise in the Park Jun 21, 2009
Mathis said he didn t learn fly fishing from his father, but that didn t stop him from helping children perfect that perfect flip of the wrist to cast a good line. Just like with anything else, they re young and need guidance, he said. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Making a living while taking others fishing Jun 18, 2009
This extraordinary experience for most is actually quite commonplace for fly fishing guide Tom Horbey ... Horbey began his career as a part time fly fishing guide in 1989 with his father in northern New York ... Horbey said another major factor gravitating him to move to Port O Connor was the small fishing village s access to a viable tarpon fly fishing system. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Best Places to Live 2009 Jun 17, 2009
"Pennsylvania is a fairly robust and rich place in terms of resources, if you just look a little bit," says Ed Di Gangi, the president of the Upper St. Clair Fly Fishing Club. In addition to fishing, popular outdoor activities include hiking, cycling, golf, and bocce. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
• Pat's picks Jun 16, 2009
The creek is renowned for its fly fishing. My husband would go every day if he could. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Pittsburgh anglers enshrined in museum exhibit (06/14/2009) Jun 16, 2009
South Side artist Nick Kratofil met Chauncy Lively and George Aiken through a shared love of fly fishing that lasted 50 years. Lively and Aiken, brothers-in-law who lived in Greentree, were renown among regional anglers -- Lively for his writing and fly tying, Aiken for founding Family Tyes, the Baldwin High School-based fly fishing club that now has chapters in several states ... As a tribute to these men, as well as another friend, the late Bob Runk, founder of the Pittsburgh Fly Fishers Club,... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
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)
Two Years Later Jun 4, 2009
The night before she died, Ms. Muegge had been fly fishing and stopped to talk to Ms. Harris as the two passed each other on the road. That was the last time Ms. Harris would see her friend. (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
• 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)
A quality catch Jun 2, 2009
Fly fishing is a community of people who are enthusiastic, Cathi said ... Experts offer classes on a wide variety of fishing topics and the Vons offer an introduction to fly fishing program ... Jerry also combines years of fly fishing experience with his teaching skills and helps students from Oregon State University build fly rods as part of a class. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Summer Travel: Hotels for Under $100 Jun 1, 2009
When you check in, you'll get an "Adventure Passport" telling you about free and discounted activities like yoga classes, fly fishing clinics, geo-cache scavenger hunts and wine tastings. 877-753-9786. (Time.com)
Get Out Events, Hunting & Fishing Calendar: 5/31/09 May 31, 2009
June 20 Fly Fishing Heritage Day. Pennsylvania Fly Fishing Museum, Allenberry Playhouse and Resort, Boiling Springs, Pa. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
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)
Christianity in the outdoors May 30, 2009
The ministry program also offers specialty camps for those interested in horseback riding, fly fishing, rafting and sailing, and family camps. Youth arrive on Sundays and leave on Fridays, White said. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
IGFA inducts 11th Hall of Fame class May 23, 2009
He held 44 IGFA world records, authored three books including "Fly Fishing is Spoken Here", "Thanatopfish" and "Ocean Bankruptcy," and produced/hosted syndicated radio show, "The Fishing Zone" which discussed the problems and challenges that our ocean and fishing resources face. Among many other accomplishments, Sloan was an adjunct professor at the University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine pheric Science, Chairman of the Fisheries Defense Fund, and Trustee of the IGFA. He was also a... (ESPN -- Outdoors)
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)
Oregon Recreation Report May 21, 2009
Fly fishing or slow trolling wedding ring spinners can work really well ... Fly fishing or slow trolling wedding ring spinners are regular producers. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Anniversary Travel Deals (Even If It's Not Yours) May 19, 2009
There's no skiing in Aspen this time of year, but there's plenty of hiking, fly fishing, biking and hot-air ballooning to be had. For its anniversary Hotel Jerome is offering a three-night History Buff package, with a guided tour of Independence Pass on the Continental Divide, as well as a nearby ghost town where the first silver in the area was discovered. (Time.com)
Obama On War, Cheney And Spock May 18, 2009
Cheny and Bush will be fly fishing until the day they die and the only truth commision your going to get is that Pelsoi is a partisan hack liar. All you code pink whimps should be thanking god that Bush and Cheny kept us safe. (CBS News)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Man on a mission May 12, 2009
Cook is midway through a 3,700-mile journey from the beginning of the Missouri River in Montana to the Gulf of Mexico to tout Rivers of Recovery, a program that uses fly fishing in the Green River a few hours from Park City, Utah, to give vets a meaningful recreational rehabilitation experience. Cook was the subject of a September 2008 NBC Nightly News piece on a fly fishing program for disabled veterans ... Through the fly fishing program, he's seen steely vets finally open up about their... (Sioux City Journal)
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)
Outdoors Calendar May 10, 2009
Central Coast Fly-Fishers: Meeting with program presented by Alan Canfield and Butch Minich discussing "Fly Fishing the Holy Water" at 6 p.m. Thursday; Bayshore Beach Club, 1512 N.W. Oceania Drive, Waldport ... Contact: Fly Fishing Shop, 503-622-4607 Fishing derby: Fishing derby sponsored by Tillamook National Estuaries Partnership; proceeds benefit estuary habitat enhancement programs; Saturday, May 16; Old Mill Marina, Garibaldi ... Contact: Gary Benson, 503-535-5573 Clark Skamania Flyfishers:... (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
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)
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)
Program encourages women's interests in outdoors May 8, 2009
In honor of Mother's Day, the Melbourne Beach chapter of the organization is hosting an all-day event Saturday at Sebastian Inlet State Park that includes courses on fly fishing, cast netting and seining, Sea-Doo watercraft, outdoor photography and kayaking ... Also: The event includes classes on cast net/seining, Florida living history, surf fishing, fly fishing, geocaching, sea glass/sea bean jewelry, kayaking, outdoor cooking, nature photography, personal protection and Sea-Doo watercraft. (Florida Today)
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)
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)
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)
Carp catching fun May 1, 2009
Fly fishing techniques focus on nymph patterns fished near the bottom. Gold ribbed hares ears, woolly buggers, large stone fly nymphs are examples of the patterns successful carp anglers use. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Red, white and bass Apr 30, 2009
He tells of fly fishing with members of the troops' Baghdad Fly Fishing Club in a canoe on a lake bordered by a barbed wire bridge connecting Al Faw to the main Baghdad thoroughfare. "We just had the time of our lives," he says. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
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)
• 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)
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)
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)
Fly cast - Florence man, Washington woman co-host fishing program Apr 28, 2009
Mosca wrote on Apr 23, 2009 12:47 PM:" Though Fiebelkorn may aspire to bringing fly fishing to the masses in that, "You don't have to be rich and anybody can do it. " his partner seems to promote a different agenda. A quick perusal of Xclusive Xpeditions (the name says volumes) certainly caters to the more affluent set. I applaud the local flavor but why pair with out of state snobbery? Couldn't they find a local girl with real roots here? That would be a story. ". (Missoulian, MT)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Visit Yosemite National Park and Stay At The Residence Inn Fresno Apr 16, 2009
Activities include hiking, rock climbing, fly fishing, and more. Private and custom expeditions, too. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
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)
