Tag: American

ICAST MW18 introduction by American Tackle

American Tackle has booth #4026 at the trade show ICAST, here you can get a complete presentation or you can test cast the MW18's.

“One of the most significant innovations to fly rods in decades” – Captures and controls line for smoother longer shooting casts – Elevated ring height and size combination improves line collection – Angled rings in Snagless frame directs line while maintaining speed – Allows use of smaller running guides throughout rest of the rod – […]

American Museum of Fly Fishing celebrates 50th Anniversary

The American Museum of Fly Fishing in Manchester, Vermont, is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2018.

The American Museum of Fly Fishing in Manchester, Vermont, is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2018. Admission is free to the public every Friday this year as AMFF marks this milestone. “When the Museum was established in 1968, it would have been hard to imagine the place it has become. Through strong and steadfast dedication, […]

American Museum of Fly Fishing to honor Jim Klug

The American Museum of Fly Fishing announced last week that it will honor Jim Klug, photographer and founder of Yellow Dog Fly Fishing, with its 2017 Izaak Walton Award.

The American Museum of Fly Fishing announced last week that it will honor Jim Klug, photographer and founder of Yellow Dog Fly Fishing, with its 2017 Izaak Walton Award. The celebration will take place at the Riverside Country Club in Bozeman, Montana on October 5, 2017. The 2017 Izaak Walton Award event will begin with […]

Fly Fishing Festival in Manchester, VT

Whether you are an avid fly angler or just passing through town on the weekend of the Manchester Outlet sidewalk sales, we encourage you to experience this one-of-a-kind event.

The American Museum of Fly Fishing’s annual Fly Fishing Festival returns for a very special 10th anniversary this August 12 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. The annual summer celebration will feature fly fishing vendors, casting and fly tying instruction, kids activities, food trucks, and live music. The event will feature some of today’s most […]

American Sportfishing Association Joins NC Sound Economy Coalition

The American Sportfishing Association’s (ASA) Board of Directors voted in favor of supporting the NC Sound Economy initiative at their spring meeting in late March. The NC Sound Economy is a newly formed and growing coalition of recreational fishermen, business leaders and concerned citizens.

Effort focuses on improving coastal fisheries conservation and management. The American Sportfishing Association’s (ASA) Board of Directors voted in favor of supporting the NC Sound Economy initiative at their spring meeting in late March. The NC Sound Economy is a newly formed and growing coalition of recreational fishermen, business leaders and concerned citizens that work […]

American Museum of Fly Fishing to honor Tom McGuane

The American Museum of Fly Fishing announced this week that it will honor influential author Thomas McGuane with its 2017 Heritage Award. The celebration will take place on April 5 at a public reception held at the Racquet & Tennis Club of New York City. The event committee will be chaired by Bruce McNae.

“Thomas McGuane writes better about fishing than anyone else in the history of mankind.”–Jim Harrison The American Museum of Fly Fishing announced this week that it will honor influential author Thomas McGuane with its 2017 Heritage Award. The celebration will take place on April 5 at a public reception held at the Racquet & Tennis […]

American Museum of Fly Fishing Welcomes New Executive Director

The American Museum of Fly Fishing (AMFF) is pleased to announce Robert Ruley as its new Executive Director. The appointment follows an extensive national search led by a Rhode Island search firm in conjunction with the museum’s Board of Trustees. Ruley will join the American Museum of Fly Fishing on November 14. Board President Karen […]