January 25th: AMFF Posthumously Honours Bob Popovics With The 2025 Izaak Walton Award

The American Museum of Fly Fishing will posthumously honour master fly tyer Bob Popovics with the 2025 Izaak Walton Award. Lance Irwin will be accepting the award on his behalf on January 25 at the Fly Fishing Show in Edison, New Jersey, one of Bob’s favourite annual events. The presentation will run from 5PM – 6PM and will feature a tribute film and guest speakers. This event is open to the public, no RSVP required (attendees are responsible for admission to the Fly Fishing Show).

 

 

Bob Popovics, hailed by Lefty Kreh as the greatest fly tyer of all time, was an extraordinary innovator of saltwater flies whose designs inspired generations. Beyond his legacy as the creator of flies such as the Bucktail Deceiver, Surf Candy, and Beast Fleye, he was known to have a heart of gold and would share his knowledge and time with anyone who expressed an interest. His greatest joy, besides his family, was to foster a supportive sense of community among fly tyers.

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