“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 […]
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 […]
Saturday, September 24, 1 pm – 5 pm Join us for a double celebration in Bryson City, NC as we welcome the inaugural inductees into the Museum’s Hall of Fame. The 2016 inductees include Jim Casada (Communications), Walter Cary (Crafts), Wanda Taylor (Recreation) and Phil Bracewell (Conservation). Tickets: $35; kids under 16: $20. Seating is […]
One of Hardy’s most famous customers – and a legend in world cricket – opened Pure Fishing’s newly refurbished retail shop and museum at its UK headquarters last week. Former England captain and fervent fly fisherman, Sir Ian Botham, paid tribute to the renowned fly fishing tackle manufacturer as he cut the ribbon at the […]