The Driftless Area of Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa got its name from the fact that it was never covered by the glaciers of the last Ice Age and therefore features none of the sedimentary deposits known as “glacial drift.” As a result, the landscape is . . .
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Book Excerpt: A Fly-Fishing Expedition in Mongolia
When we reach the pool where, several years ago, a Mongolia River Outfitters guest landed a fifty-five-inch taimen, I beach the kayak on a gravel bar, rig a nine-weight rod, and tie on a streamer fly nearly as long as my forearm. Although the expedition . . .
Read MoreO Canada! New Fly-Fishing Opportunities as the Northern Border Re-Opens
Starting today, the Canadian border is open again to American citizens and permanent residents who have been fully vaccinated for at least 14 days. This means that some incredible fishing opportunities are . . .
Read More5 Questions with Vito Rubino of Italy on the Fly
When American anglers talk about top fly-fishing destinations, Italy doesn’t come up much. In fact, the “Old World” of mainland Europe gets very little representation in fly-fishing media in general. Perhaps it’s because we’re all . . .
Read MoreMeet the Winners of the 2021 Orvis-Endorsed Awards!
Each year, for thirty-five years, the Orvis Company has recognized excellence in sporting experiences through its Endorsed Lodges, Outfitters, and Guides Program (ELOG). Awards are allocated based on a number . . .
Read MoreA Montana Sampler: 5 Unique Fisheries in 5 Days
Montana is home to thousands of miles of high-quality wild trout water, and it would take more than a lifetimes to fish it all. Most anglers have heard of the blue-ribbon rivers such as the Madison, Yellowstone, Missouri, Gallatin, . . .
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