The Show Issue

Contents Include:

• New Rod Technology
• All About Margins
• Legend Frank Moore
• Reel People
• More from Guides
• Q&A with Andrew Bennett
• Growing the Sport

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August 31, 2010 (Dillon, Colo.) – fishpond, leader in durable, functional fly fishing equipment, adds to its collection of vests, packs and accessories for 2011. Building upon the success of the feature sets and durable designs of previous fishpond pieces, the new offering of packs and vests suit anglers of all abilities.

The Marabou Vest is reminiscent of a classic fly fishing vest with updated features and unbelievable comfort. This vest has adjustable shoulder and waist straps for a one-size-fits-most sizing and great adjustability for layering. A mesh back helps keep backs cool in warm weather. The large, easy-access back pouch is perfect for [Read more →]

Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation Research Reveals Importance of Retention Efforts to Increasing Overall Participation

“Retention is key to increasing overall participation in fishing, according to a new addendum to the 2010 Special Report on Fishing and Boating. RBFF took a closer look at the Special Report to help identify the target market segments that represent the best potential for future growth of recreational fishing and boating, as outlined in the organization’s Strategic Plan.”

ADDENDUM KEY FINDINGS:

• Of the 48 million people that fish, 31.7 million (two-thirds of the total) participates in freshwater fishing exclusively.

• Freshwater fishing participation increased 1.6 percent from 2008 to 2009. [Read more →]

FERNANDINA BEACH, Fla. —The fly fishing event of the year is almost here and Southwick Associates will be there, offering new and valuable information to help fly tackle businesses boost profitability.

AnglerSurvey.com©, developed by Southwick Associates, now offers fly fishing market reports.  These reports provide details on specific categories of fly tackle purchases, including favorite tackle brands, price points, store type preferences, and activities including species sought.

Southwick Associates invites fly fishing-related businesses and media to the small business room, booth SB8, at the International Fly Tackle Dealer Show, September 9-11, to learn how accurate and timely market information can benefit businesses.  Southwick Associates will have information [Read more →]

Villa Grove, Colo.—Trout Unlimited (TU) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have reached an agreement that will shield TU from potential liability as it works to cleanup mine tailings along 17 miles of Kerber Creek.

In a draft agreement issued on August 19, the EPA will shield TU from liability under the federal Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act if hazardous waste is released by following an EPA-approved work plan.

“This is great news—we have been working on this project for Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act years and are glad that [Read more →]