A museum telling the story of rod and line salmon fishing on the River Tweed has opened in Kelso on the 4th of September. Rod and line techniques were developed on the Tweed during the middle of the 18th century and influenced the economic and cultural development of the Eastern Borders. The River Tweed Salmon […]
Learn more about the legends of saltwater fly fishing, breakthrough saltwater fly designs, the effect of Flagler’s Railway on fly fishing in the Keys, and much more by viewing On Fly in the Salt: American Saltwater Fly Fishing from the Surf to the Flats, a new traveling exhibit on display at the Keys History & […]
The inductions will be held in Bryson City with Museum supporters as well as the family and friends of our inductees in attendance. Fly anglers from across the southeast will celebrate the Second Annual Museum Hall of Fame Inductions. With limited space, advanced reservations are essential and are currently being taken. E-mail info@greatsmokies.com or call 828-488-3681 to […]
The home of Hardy & Greys, one of the most famous tackle brands in the world, has come under threat for a second time. A bid to build 100 homes on the site occupied by the UK-based company has been refused. But an earlier proposal to develop the land for residential purposes will go to […]
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, […]
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 […]
The Fly Fishing Museum of the Southern Appalachians 2nd Annual Hall of Fame Luncheon & Induction Ceremony will be held Saturday, August 26, 2017 at the Southwestern Community College Swain Center, located at 60 Almond School Road, which is 7 miles west of Bryson City, on US 19/74. Reservations are required and may be made […]
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 […]
The American Museum of Fly Fishing in Manchester, Vermont announced this week that they are seeking vendors for their 10th annual fly fishing festival. The event will take place on August 12 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. WHO The American Museum of Fly Fishing is the steward of the history, traditions, and practices of […]
The American Museum of Fly Fishing hosted its Heritage Award event honoring author Tom McGuane on April 5 in New York City. A spirited crowd gathered at the Racquet & Tennis Club, as lively and colorful as our honoree for the evening. Guests caught up with one another, sampling fantastic hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while […]