It’s been a wild summer for fly fishing across the U.S., so let’s dive right in with the freshest stories rippling through angler circles.

First up, how about a little homegrown pride? The USA Fly Fishing Team just hauled in a bronze medal at the 2025 World Fly Fishing Championships over in the Czech Republic. That’s two years in a row on the podium, which is no small potatoes considering the global field. And if you want a local hero to cheer for, Michael Bradley out of Cherokee, North Carolina, picked up the individual bronze, out-casting some truly legendary names in the sport. These guys aren’t just fishing for fun—they’re putting in five marathon days on demanding waters, and they’re representing U.S. anglers like total pros, skill for skill. There’s more to competitive angling than meets the eye, and the camaraderie at these events would give any good ol’ fly club a run for its money, says MidCurrent.

If you’re more about finding that perfect spot and less about medals, then pay attention: Montana just rolled out new 2025 fishing regulations, and there are some big plot twists. Trout district standards changed for the western and central regions, and if you’re heading to Placid Lake, any smallmouth bass you catch has to be killed and reported to Fish, Wildlife & Parks pronto—no catch and release for those little invaders. They’re aiming to protect native species, and that means bringing the hammer down on smallmouth, so don’t toss ‘em back. Word on the river is the spearfishing rules have also changed, and you’ll want to read up before grabbing your waders.

Speaking of gear and getting back on the water, Patagonia is already teasing their new lineup for 2026 after knocking it out of the park with their Swiftcurrent waders and Stealth pack collection this year. Expect buzzworthy upgrades to technical wading gear and sun protection, plus some neat new stuff for folks targeting saltwater species. TFO is on board as well, dropping the Dispatch series—a rod and reel kit designed to get new and casual fly fishers onto the water without a headache. That’s smart thinking; the fewer barriers for newcomers, the better.

Don’t forget about the scene off the river: the 19th annual Fly Fishing Film Tour is in full swing, crisscrossing the country with over 300 shows worldwide this year. They’ll be lighting up small towns from Montana’s Sage Lodge on August 19 to Memphis’ Flyway Brewing on August 24. Nothing like a reel of big catches, near misses, and wild fish tales to get you stoked to hit your own local haunts. If you can swing a ticket, it’s worth the trip—tons of new films, a crowd that gets it, and plenty of inspiration for your next outing.

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Let’s kick things off with some homegrown pride — USA Fly Fishing snagged another bronze at the 2025 World Fly Fishing Championships in the Czech Republic, beating out the host team and marking their second consecutive podium finish. That’s not all: Michael Bradley from Cherokee, North Carolina, hooked his way to an individual bronze medal, too. Whether or not you care much for competitive angling, it’s hard not to tip your cap to that kind of skill and grit. MidCurrent noted the camaraderie among the competitors, and you gotta love how this kind of spotlight keeps our sport sharp and in the public eye.

Over in Idaho, excitement’s building as the Women’s Fly Fishing World Championship lands stateside at Island Park for the first time ever. The event runs July 13–18, with teams from all over the globe swinging into Eastern Idaho’s legendary waters. Melissa Smith — a stand-out on the U.S. women’s team — shared her take: even though this team is pretty new, they’ve got chemistry and heart. The U.S. team took bronze in British Columbia and their spirit is all about supporting each other and growing the sport, especially for women who maybe never thought to try fly fishing. It’s shaping up to be a pretty welcoming, high-energy event. If you’re local or just passing through, come out and watch, even volunteer — it’s a chance to peek behind the curtain of world-class fly fishing and maybe pick up a few tricks you can try back on your home water.

Out on the West Coast, anglers are busy keeping up with a flurry of new regulations. The California Fish and Game Commission just pushed through updates for the 2025-2026 season, with changes involving ocean salmon fishing and crab gear. The Central Valley saw revisions too, being extra clear on catch limits and seasonal rules. These aren’t just tiny line items — knowing the new regs could mean the difference between a great day on the river and a real headache with the wardens. Check the official commission page before you rig up; there’s a lot worth knowing this season.

And if you’re jonesing for new gear, Patagonia just announced some slick upgrades for 2026 after a killer 2025 season, according to a report from Rick Mikesell at MidCurrent. Their new waders and sun protection gear are set to hit shelves soon, and there are fresh options for both freshwater and saltwater anglers. This is the kind of kit that’s built to last and keeps you comfy during those long, sun-baked days, whether you’re swinging for steelhead or sneaking up on redfish down south.

Before we wrap, a quick heads up: the 19th annual Fly Fishing Film Tour is winding its way through towns across the U.S. all summer and fall. Whether you’re looking to catch some inspiration for your next road trip or just want to swap stories over a cold one with the local crowd, it’s worth a look if it stops near you.

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Let’s talk shop, river to river, about what’s buzzing in fly fishing this week.

First up, the stars and stripes showed up big on the world stage. According to MidCurrent, USA Fly Fishing just took team bronze at the 2025 World Fly Fishing Championships in the Czech Republic, with Michael Bradley out of Cherokee, North Carolina snagging the individual bronze for Team USA. That’s two years in a row on the podium, and if you’ve ever tried to post consistent numbers in foreign water under a clock, you know that’s no fluke. MidCurrent reports they even edged the host nation to land that medal, which says plenty about the depth of the roster and how sharp American comp anglers have gotten at reading water, matching bugs, and staying disciplined under pressure.

Closer to home, Michigan anglers have a few new guardrails to mind this season. The Michigan DNR says its 2025 sportfishing regs kicked in April 1 and run through March 31, 2026, with some notable tweaks for folks swinging streamers and eggs. The big one for river rats: certain Type 3 and Type 4 streams no longer carry a 20-inch minimum size limit on steelhead, though the daily possession stays one fish—so check those pages before you bonk anything chrome. The DNR also set a single-point hook-only rule in November for the ports of Grand Haven, Muskegon, and Whitehall/Montague, and prohibited spearing there during the same window. That’ll change how some folks rig their late fall pier and river setups. Oh, and muskies in Thornapple Lake and Lake Hudson are now a strict 50-inch minimum—great news for building a true Great Lakes strain broodstock.

Montana’s got some interesting housekeeping too. Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks updated the 2025 regs and flagged a few corrections worth knowing before you lace up. Highlights include new combined trout district standards in the western and central districts, a clarified “artificial lures only” meaning no live or dead bait, and one head-turner for the warmwater crossover crowd: any smallmouth caught on Placid Lake must be immediately killed, kept, and reported within 24 hours. That’s an invasive-control hammer, and while it’s not trout-centric, it does ripple into how we think about balancing native systems with our favorite quarry.

And for a dose of stoke, the Fly Fishing Film Tour is in full swing. The F3T’s 19th annual run is rolling across the U.S. with 300-plus shows globally this year, bringing those big-screen eats, blown drifts, and campfire vibes to a town near you. Upcoming U.S. stops include Pray, Montana on August 19, Memphis on August 24, Silverthorne on September 12, Richmond, California on September 17, and Glendale, Wisconsin on September 25. Grab a pint, talk shop, pick up a new pattern idea, and remember why we all chase that one perfect cast.

One more for the gearheads and storytellers: MidCurrent’s news desk says the Stimmies Fly Fishing Film Awards wrapped with record voter turnout, plus new product buzz like Patagonia expanding technical wading and sun protection into 2026. If your waders are limping into fall, keep an eye there.

That’s the week: Team USA on the podium, Michigan tightening up steelhead and hook rules, Montana fine-tuning regs with an eye on natives, and the Film Tour bringing the tribe together. Thanks for tuning in, and come back next week for more. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for me check out Quiet Please Dot A I.

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Let’s talk about what’s buzzing in U.S. fly fishing this week, the kind of stuff you’d hear about leaning on a tailgate, swapping flies, and checking flows.

First up, Team USA just put on a clinic overseas. MidCurrent reports the USA Fly Fishing Team snagged team bronze at the 2025 World Fly Fishing Championships in the Czech Republic—back-to-back bronzes for the squad—and Michael Bradley out of Cherokee, North Carolina, brought home individual bronze, too. Five days of tight-line nymphing chess matches on technical water, and the Americans beat the host Czechs to the podium. Say what you will about comp fishing—it’s tough to argue with that kind of precision and rivercraft. According to MidCurrent, it’s a sign of a program that’s leveling up year over year.

Closer to home, Michigan anglers, heads up. The Michigan DNR says the 2025 season opened with a handful of rule tweaks that matter if you swing for chrome or toss hardware near the piers. Steelhead regs shifted on some Type 3 and 4 streams—some waters no longer carry the 20-inch minimum for steelhead where the daily limit is one, so you’ll want to check the specific stream pages. They also added single-point hook rules in November for the ports of Grand Haven, Muskegon, and Whitehall/Montague, and flat-out prohibited spearing there Nov. 1–30. That’s a nudge toward cleaner hook-ups during the shoulder-season mixed-bag bite. And muskie folks? Thornapple Lake and Lake Hudson are now 50-inch minimum waters—these lakes feed broodstock for Great Lakes-strain muskies, so the DNR’s guarding their future. All straight from the Michigan DNR’s March 31, 2025 release.

Out West, California’s making it simpler to keep up with their constantly evolving playbook. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has rolled steelhead and salmon regs into the main 2025 Freshwater Sport Fishing Regulations booklet—no more chasing a separate supplement mid-season, though they’ll keep one more supplemental edition for 2025 before retiring it Jan. 1, 2026. Bonus: Free Fishing Days land on July 5 and August 30 this year—licenses waived, but all other rules and report cards still apply. That’s from CDFW’s 2025 regulations publication.

And for those planning a fall road trip, Fly Fishers International is bringing the community back together in person—FFI Flyfest hits Grand Rapids, Michigan, September 26–27, 2025. FFI says it’ll be wall-to-wall casting and tying instruction, conservation talks, and all the usual show-floor scuttlebutt. If you’ve never fished downtown Grand Rapids in September, FFI points out it’s prime time for coho salmon running through that urban fishery—swing a bright Intruder along the seams and hang on. It’s a legit big-fish-in-the-city vibe.

One more gear nugget for the tackle tinkerers: MidCurrent notes Temple Fork Outfitters launched the Dispatch combo for 2025—aimed at new and progressing anglers with a moderate action rod you won’t outgrow too fast. If you’ve got a buddy finally ready to ditch the rental rig, this is a clean on-ramp that won’t kill their loop.

Quick takeaways:
- USA Fly Fishing is hot—comp wins usually trickle down into the way guides teach and how the rest of us fish pocket water and micro-currents. That’s good for everyone. (MidCurrent)
- Michigan’s November single-point rules near key Lake Michigan ports suggest more attention on ethical hookups when fish stack in tight water. Keep it tidy. (Michigan DNR)
- California is consolidating regs and plugging Free Fishing Days—nice for getting kids or curious friends on the water without the license barrier. (CDFW)
- FFI Flyfest in Grand Rapids is a perfect excuse to fish coho at dawn, then talk line tapers after lunch. (Fly Fishers International)

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If you’ve been anywhere near a riverbank, fly shop, or barstool lately, you know fly fishing news is sizzling this summer. So string up your 5-weight, crack a cold one, and let’s go local on the stories making waves.

Let’s kick things off with a big U-S-A chant, because the American Fly Fishing Team just snagged a team bronze medal at the World Fly Fishing Championships out in the Czech Republic. Second year in a row, too. Michael Bradley from Cherokee, North Carolina, hauled in the individual bronze and beat out some of the biggest sticks in Europe. Competitive fly fishing might not be everyone’s cup of tea, but even the old-timers in the corner booth admit it’s wild to see our folks standing on that podium again. Nobody would’ve called this run a decade ago, but here we are, sending shockwaves through the trout world according to MidCurrent.

Not to be outdone, Idaho—specifically Island Park—is set to host the Women’s Fly Fishing World Championship this summer. First time it’s ever been in the U.S., and the local rumor mill says it'll bring in folks from seven countries. Melissa Smith from Team USA has been gunning hard, and yes, she’s ready to show off her “secret” Snake and Henry’s Fork runs to the global crowd. The U.S. women’s team only started in 2022, which in fly-fishing years is about five minutes ago, but these gals have been climbing the ranks fast. The championship kicks off July 13 with an opening ceremony, so if you want to see some world-class line control without buying a plane ticket to Europe, now’s your chance. That’s straight from Wet Fly Swing.

Shifting to the Midwest, if you like a road trip north, Michigan’s dropped some fresh fishing regs for 2025. Steelhead anglers take note: some rivers don’t have a 20-inch size minimum anymore, though you’re still only allowed one in the creel, so don’t get greedy. Muskellunge fans, Thornapple Lake and Lake Hudson both just bumped the minimum keeper size to 50 inches—it’s part of a plan to beef up the Great Lakes muskie population for future generations. And, if you run spinnerbaits or spear gear, take a look at those new restrictions in Grand Haven, Muskegon, and Whitehall this fall before you hit the water. All these changes kicked in April 1, says Michigan’s DNR, so no April Fool’s, you’ve got to stay sharp with the rules.

And if you’re itching for a night out with fishy friends, the 2025 Fly Fishing Film Tour is crossing the country again. From Montana to Memphis and beyond, this year’s tour is stacked with screen-worthy stories from the salt, the steelhead alley, and everywhere between. There’s sure to be that one guy in the crowd who claims he could’ve landed the brown from film number three, but that’s half the fun. Angling Trade reports the buzz is bigger than ever, and this year’s Stimmies Fly Fishing Film Awards broke all kinds of voting records, so the crowds will be fired up.

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Big things are happening in the fly fishing world this summer and locals are buzzing—whether you’re tie-curious, a river regular, or just love a good fish story, you’ll want to hear what’s going down. First off, Island Park, Idaho is taking center stage as it hosts the 2025 Women’s Fly Fishing World Championship for the first time ever. Starting July 13 through the 18th, you’ve got anglers flying in from seven countries, ready to chase native cutthroat and wild trout in some of the most cherished water in the West. Team USA, with names like Melissa Smith who’s been hitting the international circuit hard, is looking to make their mark—if you want to see world-class casting and share a barstool with competitors from across the globe, now’s your shot. There’s even chances to volunteer or just soak up the championship vibe, recommend making the trek to check it out in person.

Closer to home, California anglers got some news worth noting: the state is giving the freshwater fishing regulations a facelift. This year, for clarity’s sake, they’ve pulled all the ever-changing rules and tweaks into the main regulations booklet, no more scrambling through a pile of supplements. They’re also running Free Fishing Days on July 5th and again on August 30th. So if you’ve got a buddy who’s always complaining about the license fee, drag them along—you can fish with no license, you just need your report cards if you’re chasing steelhead or salmon. Game wardens will still be keeping a sharp eye, so know your limits, but it’s a prime time to introduce newbies to the water and show them what it’s all about.

Now for the film buffs: the Stimmies Fly Fishing Film Awards wrapped up their biggest year yet. If you missed it, this event’s become a real centerpiece—tons of anglers and everyday folks voted, and feedback is that 2025’s crop of films is the best the Stimmies has ever seen. If you’re into fish stories, epic river journeys, or just want to see what’s inspiring the next generation of casters, check out the winning reels. Film events are rolling out nationwide, with the Fly Fishing Film Tour hitting over 300 cities—so odds are, there’s a screening with killer footage coming to a brewery or cinema near you. Bring your fishing buddies, grab a beer, and get fired up for your next trip.

Finally, a quick shout: If you’re fishing the Midwest, keep tabs on new state regs—Minnesota’s upped their sunfish daily limit on Deer Lake and tweaked a few lake sturgeon and trout season dates, so double check before you hit the water. And word is, Patagonia just teased their upcoming 2026 gear line, so if you’re gear-obsessed, you might want to keep a lookout for wader and pack updates dropping soon.

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Let’s jump right into some of the latest and juiciest fly fishing news making the rounds in the US this August. If you’ve got your rod rigged up and your ear to the creek, this stuff may hit close to home.

First up, the Rocky Mountains are buzzing with conservation energy. Colorado Parks and Wildlife is going full-out on a mission to save Colorado River cutthroat trout in Baker Gulch. Volunteers from Rocky Mountain Flycasters are hiking over gnarly terrain to help net and haul fish out—headlamp on, backpack loaded—to give these native cutthroats a new shot at life over in the Yampa River basin. Once the move is done, Baker Gulch gets a rotenone treatment to clear out remaining fish (including non-native brookies), making way for a full coldwater reset. If you’re a trout nut, these kinds of salvage operations are the real deal for keeping streams wild and healthy, and every pair of waders counts.

Over in Southeast Georgia, the fishing reports with Captain Bert Deener have been showing local fly anglers putting up some exciting numbers in public fishing areas. Dodge County’s lakes produced a memorable catch for Gavin Smith, who hooked a 19-inch largemouth on the fly. These waters may not be classic trout creeks, but they put up their own southern battle, and the word around the bait shop is that small poppers and woolly buggers are slaying bass, especially at first light before the humidity cranks up. If you’re down that way, check out the public fishing areas for multi-species action.

News from New York is all about habitat restoration—and the local fly scene is feeling the benefits. William Gipe, general manager at Old Souls in Cold Spring and Catskills regular, says things are getting better and better. There’s a big push among Trout Unlimited volunteers and state agencies to tear down old dams, plant stream-side trees, and yank culverts, all to help wild trout move upstream for spawning. Esopus Creek near the Ashokan Reservoir is now managed strictly as a wild trout fishery and isn’t being stocked, so those browns and rainbows are bigger and healthier than ever. If you’re new to fly fishing, Gipe recommends picking up just three flies to start off—a pheasant tail, parachute Adams, and a woolly bugger. It’s simple. He also says a local guide can show you the sweet spots and help you understand how fish behave in the Catskills' riffles and pools.

And if you follow the big names in angling, you might have caught that the International Game Fish Association’s annual awards highlighted major fly fishing contributors this year. Ted “Tibor” Juracsik picked up the Joe Brooks Fly Fishing Award, recognizing decades of innovation and advocacy in the sport. His reels have traveled from the Florida Keys to Alaska, and his support for conservation is legendary. Awards like these don’t just mean bragging rights—they keep the spotlight on fly fishing’s growing influence in American outdoor culture.

Thanks for tuning in to this week’s fly fishing roundup. Get your boots wet, keep your eyes out for new local initiatives, and don’t be afraid to try a new fly or technique—there’s always something shaking on the water.

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Let’s talk about some fresh fly fishing news that’s got the community buzzing from coast to coast this summer.

First up, we have big bragging rights for Team USA on the global stage. The American squad just snagged their second consecutive bronze medal at the 2025 World Fly Fishing Championships over in the Czech Republic. Michael Bradley, hailing from the fishy waters of Cherokee, North Carolina, took bronze in the individual rankings, outcasting some of the fiercest names in competitive angling. Sure, some folks grumble about tournament fly fishing, but if you’ve ever tried it, you know these guys just see water differently—and this year, they put the U.S. right back in the world spotlight.

On the gear front, 2025’s shaping up to be a tackle junkie’s paradise. According to Hatch Magazine’s spring roundup, rod makers are going wild, with over 60 new pieces of gear punted onto shelves across the country. Whether you’re targeting Appalachian brook trout, big carp sulking along the Snake River, or making a beeline for Gulf Coast redfish, there’s something shiny tempting you out of your wallet. There are sleek new premium rods for the purists, plus hats, wading boots, and soft goods that’ll keep you comfortable from the parking lot to the tailout. This year’s drop is one of the biggest in memory, so now’s the time to upgrade if you’ve been eyeing that top-shelf 4-weight.

Tuning into regulations, California anglers, take note—there are some important changes afoot for 2025. The Department of Fish and Wildlife has finally rolled all those salmon and steelhead updates into the main Freshwater Sport Fishing Regulations booklet. You can still use the Supplemental booklet until the end of the year, but come January 2026, it’s all going digital. Mark your calendars for Free Fishing Days on July 5th and August 30th—no license required, but you’ll need those report cards if you’re chasing steelhead or sturgeon.

And for all you pattern nerds, MidCurrent’s latest “Tying Tuesday” highlighted some killer late-summer flies. Gary Morin’s Rusty Spinner with a CDC wing is already making waves—if you love fooling picky risers, this is one you gotta tie up. They also dropped a new soft hackle and a couple other slick patterns just in time for the dog days.

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It’s a wild summer for fly fishing news across the U.S., and if you haven’t heard, our home-grown talent is making a splash on the world stage. Just this June, the USA Fly Fishing Team snagged a bronze at the World Championship in the Czech Republic. Not just any bronze—their second in a row, proving that American anglers belong at the top of the heap. And hats off to Michael Bradley out of Cherokee, North Carolina, who pocketed the individual bronze, beating out some of Europe’s hotshots. Anyone who says competitive fly fishing’s just for show hasn’t watched these teams in action. The USA Women's Team has been on fire too. MidCurrent recently reported that they took gold for the very first time, led by Tess Weigand and Melissa Smith—a real watershed moment and one that’s sure to inspire a whole new crew of female anglers.

Meanwhile, if you like to geek out on gear, you’ll want to check out what’s rolling out for 2025. Hatch Magazine says brands are blowing it out this season, from slick new rods and reels to fly boxes and boots that'll survive the gnarliest rapids. There’s a lot of buzz around lighter-weight gear and more specialized equipment for chasing everything—trout in the Appalachians, carp on the Snake River Plain, even early-season tarpon off the Gulf. It’s a binge-worthy year for new fly fishing tech, so whether you’re a trout bum or a salty dog, keep an eye on those new arrivals.

Regulations: gotta know 'em. Michigan’s Department of Natural Resources rolled out some fresh regs for the 2025 season, including tweaks to steelhead and muskie limits—pay extra attention if you fish the Grand Haven, Muskegon, or Whitehall/Montague ports. They’ve shifted minimum size rules and daily limits for some Type 3 and 4 streams, and there are new hook and spearing restrictions in certain areas. The bottom line: don’t get burned—always check those regs before you hit the water. And if you fish out West, watch out for updates in Wyoming too, where the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission is eyeing new trout protections for the North Platte because so many folks are getting in on the action.

Last but definitely not least, the Fly Fishing Film Tour is back for its 19th run. They’re stopping in over a dozen countries and hosting more than 300 shows, with U.S. stops from Texas to Montana. If you’ve never packed into a theater with a roomful of anglers, frosty beverage in hand, to watch some of the best fly fishing stories ever caught on camera—well, make it happen this year.

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This past month has been a wild ride for fly anglers across the U.S., and if you’ve been chasing trout, swapping flies with buddies, or just daydreaming about rising fish, there’s plenty to catch up on. For all you fly fishers who love hearing about both the high-stakes tournaments and the local changes that keep us guessing on every trip, here’s what’s making the rounds.

First up, hats off and waders raised to Team USA Fly Fishing, who just snagged their second straight team bronze at the 2025 World Fly Fishing Championship, beating out the Czech Republic right in their own backyard. Even more impressive, Michael Bradley from Cherokee, North Carolina, hauled in the individual bronze, muscling out some world-famous talent. The American squad’s consistent performance is turning heads, and while some in the community still grumble about “competitive angling,” getting on the podium at Worlds is no joke. Talent, grit, and more than a little Yankee ingenuity on display—love to see it, and the camaraderie ain’t bad either, according to MidCurrent.

Now, on to Michigan, where fishing folks are double-checking their gear and their rulebooks. New sportfishing regs kicked in April 1 and will stick around through next spring. Steelhead chasers, take note: some streams lost that classic 20-inch minimum, and the daily bag for steelhead is holding at one. There’s also a new single-pointed hook rule and a November ban on spearing gear at the ports of Grand Haven, Muskegon, and Whitehall/Montague. Muskellunge fans on Thornapple Lake and Lake Hudson now face a 50-inch minimum, hoping to keep that Great Lakes muskie legacy alive for generations. If you’re fishing Michigan this year, better give the updated rules a hard look on Michigan DNR’s site, or risk the kind of ticket that haunts your season.

Out West, California fly anglers are adjusting to emergency rules for white sturgeon, as the Fish and Game Commission pushes catch-and-release only during the latest period of endangered species candidacy. With sturgeon numbers teetering, the state temporarily banned harvest in hopes of letting these modern-day dinosaurs rebound. These rules kicked off June 10 and run into September at least, so if you’re plying the Delta or big rivers, make sure you’re up to speed—nobody wants a DFW officer cutting your trip short over a misunderstood reg.

And for all you armchair anglers or film buffs, the Fly Fishing Film Tour—the legendary F3T—is back for its nineteenth year, with more than 300 shows from Texas and New York to Montana, Memphis, and Silverthorne, Colorado. It’s an absolute must for swapping fish tales, finding inspiration, and catching films that'll convince even the most diehard dry-fly purist to try something new one day. Tickets are moving fast, so check out the schedule and see if a screening is dropping anchor near your favorite watering hole.

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