Journal

For the last several decades Idaho Rivers United has been working to protect and restore Idaho’s wild rivers and wild fish through a blend of advocacy, engagement, and education.

Organizations like The Mayfly Project use fly fishing as a catalyst to mentor children in foster care. Their mission is to support children in foster care through fly fishing and introduce them to their local water ecosystems, with the hope that connecting them to a rewarding hobby will provide an opportunity for foster children to have fun, feel supported, and develop a meaningful connection with the outdoors.

Cast Hope is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization looking to provide kids with the gift of the outdoors. As an organization, it is our desire to bring kids and mentors together outside through the sport of fly fishing.

Cameron Mortenson is the man behind the fantastic blog The Fiberglass Manifesto.  Recently, we were able to interview him about his blog, his life as a dad among others things.

Summer is right around the corner.  Watch our recent Tailgate Talk and learn how to prep your gear and get ready for summer fishing.

David Rollyn is an illustrator and graphic designer from the Midwest and we recently teamed up with him on an Artist Series collab.  Learn more about his design style and inspirations.

Tying flies is something most anglers enjoy doing. The ability to use your imagination to create something that will in return catch fish is invaluable as an angler. I take for granted that I can purchase materials and tools needed so easily. This is not the case for everyone and takes me to the small city of Hopkins located in southern Belize.

We are excited to announce that we've recently joined 1% For The Planet. By donating one percent of our gross sales each year, we aim to support grassroots organizations that work hard to care for our planet.

It's not rocket science, but it is helpful to have someone explain the why, how, when, and what-to-use when taking care of fly lines. Check out this Tailgate Talk for a quick rundown on the best way to clean and care for your fly line, resulting in longer and more accurate casts.

At certain times you will find me in a jet boat running for resident striper or steelhead in our California Valley Rivers while other times of the year I'll be behind the sticks rowing for res or migratory trout and steelhead in the same rivers and when not doing either I'll be in the prop boat stalking Spotted, Smallmouth or Largemouth Bass in our lakes, reservoirs or The California Delta.

Between 1918 and 1965 five dams were built on the Klamath River, cutting off access to the upstream spawning habitat for Steelhead, lamprey and five species of Pacific Salmon.  Now, they are getting ready to be removed.

Turning 40 is a great excuse to go fishing…Well, actually making good on a small kitchen remodel and turning 40 allowed a couple of family guys to fulfil a dream of chasing big browns in the backcountry of New Zealand.