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If you love fly fishing—and I mean, truly live for those quiet sunrise river moments and that smack of tail on the water—this week’s news has some stories that’ll have you itching to grab your 5-weight and hit the road.
So, word travels fast in the fly fishing community, but did you catch Midcurrent reporting that the USA Fly Fishing Team bagged bronze at the World Fly Fishing Championships in the Czech Republic? That’s a second straight year bringing home the hardware, and get this: Michael Bradley from Cherokee, North Carolina, sealed up the individual bronze medal too. Say what you will about competitive fly fishing, these anglers are dialed in. Bradley’s win especially throws a spotlight on the Southeast and makes it clear that American talent can go toe-to-toe with the best in Europe. Ask the folks who saw it—there's pride all around.
Meanwhile, up in Michigan, this season’s fishing regulations just changed and that’s something the locals are buzzing about. The Michigan DNR rolled out new rules for steelhead and muskie, including size and possession tweaks. Steelhead size limits are a little looser (no more strict 20-inch cutoff on some streams), and places like Grand Haven, Muskegon, and Whitehall now have single-pointed hook requirements during peak months. Thornapple Lake and Lake Hudson are switching up for muskies with a 50-inch minimum—these giants are getting some extra protection. Before you wade in, better hit up the Michigan DNR website and the Hunt Fish app; all the updates are there and a weekly report helps you find where the bite's hot.
If the big screen is more your vibe, the Fly Fishing Film Tour—F3T—is rolling across the U.S. and beyond this summer and fall. With unforgettable flicks showing off legendary trout waters, salt adventures, and those wild stories we all wish we had in our arsenal, this 19th annual event is stopping everywhere from Montana to Tennessee to California. It’s a social event as much as a film fest, and the post-show beer’s almost as important as the films. Check the schedule and see if your local brewery or lodge is on the list—these shows sell out fast, so grab tickets early.
And gear heads, get ready. Temple Fork Outfitters is making waves with their new Dispatch fly rod and reel kit. According to Rick Mikesell on Midcurrent, this kit is tailored for rookies and folks looking to brush up their casting without fussing over mismatched setups. The rod’s moderate action is built to make learning smooth, forgiving you for ugly casts and helping you dial in those short game presentations. If you know someone getting started or want an easy travel rig, this might be the move for summer 2025.
That’s all from the water for now. Thanks for tuning in—come back next week for more local fly fishing updates and stories that keep you hooked. This has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out QuietPlease.AI.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
So, word travels fast in the fly fishing community, but did you catch Midcurrent reporting that the USA Fly Fishing Team bagged bronze at the World Fly Fishing Championships in the Czech Republic? That’s a second straight year bringing home the hardware, and get this: Michael Bradley from Cherokee, North Carolina, sealed up the individual bronze medal too. Say what you will about competitive fly fishing, these anglers are dialed in. Bradley’s win especially throws a spotlight on the Southeast and makes it clear that American talent can go toe-to-toe with the best in Europe. Ask the folks who saw it—there's pride all around.
Meanwhile, up in Michigan, this season’s fishing regulations just changed and that’s something the locals are buzzing about. The Michigan DNR rolled out new rules for steelhead and muskie, including size and possession tweaks. Steelhead size limits are a little looser (no more strict 20-inch cutoff on some streams), and places like Grand Haven, Muskegon, and Whitehall now have single-pointed hook requirements during peak months. Thornapple Lake and Lake Hudson are switching up for muskies with a 50-inch minimum—these giants are getting some extra protection. Before you wade in, better hit up the Michigan DNR website and the Hunt Fish app; all the updates are there and a weekly report helps you find where the bite's hot.
If the big screen is more your vibe, the Fly Fishing Film Tour—F3T—is rolling across the U.S. and beyond this summer and fall. With unforgettable flicks showing off legendary trout waters, salt adventures, and those wild stories we all wish we had in our arsenal, this 19th annual event is stopping everywhere from Montana to Tennessee to California. It’s a social event as much as a film fest, and the post-show beer’s almost as important as the films. Check the schedule and see if your local brewery or lodge is on the list—these shows sell out fast, so grab tickets early.
And gear heads, get ready. Temple Fork Outfitters is making waves with their new Dispatch fly rod and reel kit. According to Rick Mikesell on Midcurrent, this kit is tailored for rookies and folks looking to brush up their casting without fussing over mismatched setups. The rod’s moderate action is built to make learning smooth, forgiving you for ugly casts and helping you dial in those short game presentations. If you know someone getting started or want an easy travel rig, this might be the move for summer 2025.
That’s all from the water for now. Thanks for tuning in—come back next week for more local fly fishing updates and stories that keep you hooked. This has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out QuietPlease.AI.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
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By Quiet. PleaseIf you love fly fishing—and I mean, truly live for those quiet sunrise river moments and that smack of tail on the water—this week’s news has some stories that’ll have you itching to grab your 5-weight and hit the road.
So, word travels fast in the fly fishing community, but did you catch Midcurrent reporting that the USA Fly Fishing Team bagged bronze at the World Fly Fishing Championships in the Czech Republic? That’s a second straight year bringing home the hardware, and get this: Michael Bradley from Cherokee, North Carolina, sealed up the individual bronze medal too. Say what you will about competitive fly fishing, these anglers are dialed in. Bradley’s win especially throws a spotlight on the Southeast and makes it clear that American talent can go toe-to-toe with the best in Europe. Ask the folks who saw it—there's pride all around.
Meanwhile, up in Michigan, this season’s fishing regulations just changed and that’s something the locals are buzzing about. The Michigan DNR rolled out new rules for steelhead and muskie, including size and possession tweaks. Steelhead size limits are a little looser (no more strict 20-inch cutoff on some streams), and places like Grand Haven, Muskegon, and Whitehall now have single-pointed hook requirements during peak months. Thornapple Lake and Lake Hudson are switching up for muskies with a 50-inch minimum—these giants are getting some extra protection. Before you wade in, better hit up the Michigan DNR website and the Hunt Fish app; all the updates are there and a weekly report helps you find where the bite's hot.
If the big screen is more your vibe, the Fly Fishing Film Tour—F3T—is rolling across the U.S. and beyond this summer and fall. With unforgettable flicks showing off legendary trout waters, salt adventures, and those wild stories we all wish we had in our arsenal, this 19th annual event is stopping everywhere from Montana to Tennessee to California. It’s a social event as much as a film fest, and the post-show beer’s almost as important as the films. Check the schedule and see if your local brewery or lodge is on the list—these shows sell out fast, so grab tickets early.
And gear heads, get ready. Temple Fork Outfitters is making waves with their new Dispatch fly rod and reel kit. According to Rick Mikesell on Midcurrent, this kit is tailored for rookies and folks looking to brush up their casting without fussing over mismatched setups. The rod’s moderate action is built to make learning smooth, forgiving you for ugly casts and helping you dial in those short game presentations. If you know someone getting started or want an easy travel rig, this might be the move for summer 2025.
That’s all from the water for now. Thanks for tuning in—come back next week for more local fly fishing updates and stories that keep you hooked. This has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out QuietPlease.AI.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
So, word travels fast in the fly fishing community, but did you catch Midcurrent reporting that the USA Fly Fishing Team bagged bronze at the World Fly Fishing Championships in the Czech Republic? That’s a second straight year bringing home the hardware, and get this: Michael Bradley from Cherokee, North Carolina, sealed up the individual bronze medal too. Say what you will about competitive fly fishing, these anglers are dialed in. Bradley’s win especially throws a spotlight on the Southeast and makes it clear that American talent can go toe-to-toe with the best in Europe. Ask the folks who saw it—there's pride all around.
Meanwhile, up in Michigan, this season’s fishing regulations just changed and that’s something the locals are buzzing about. The Michigan DNR rolled out new rules for steelhead and muskie, including size and possession tweaks. Steelhead size limits are a little looser (no more strict 20-inch cutoff on some streams), and places like Grand Haven, Muskegon, and Whitehall now have single-pointed hook requirements during peak months. Thornapple Lake and Lake Hudson are switching up for muskies with a 50-inch minimum—these giants are getting some extra protection. Before you wade in, better hit up the Michigan DNR website and the Hunt Fish app; all the updates are there and a weekly report helps you find where the bite's hot.
If the big screen is more your vibe, the Fly Fishing Film Tour—F3T—is rolling across the U.S. and beyond this summer and fall. With unforgettable flicks showing off legendary trout waters, salt adventures, and those wild stories we all wish we had in our arsenal, this 19th annual event is stopping everywhere from Montana to Tennessee to California. It’s a social event as much as a film fest, and the post-show beer’s almost as important as the films. Check the schedule and see if your local brewery or lodge is on the list—these shows sell out fast, so grab tickets early.
And gear heads, get ready. Temple Fork Outfitters is making waves with their new Dispatch fly rod and reel kit. According to Rick Mikesell on Midcurrent, this kit is tailored for rookies and folks looking to brush up their casting without fussing over mismatched setups. The rod’s moderate action is built to make learning smooth, forgiving you for ugly casts and helping you dial in those short game presentations. If you know someone getting started or want an easy travel rig, this might be the move for summer 2025.
That’s all from the water for now. Thanks for tuning in—come back next week for more local fly fishing updates and stories that keep you hooked. This has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out QuietPlease.AI.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta