The Fly Fishing Forum - The Best Fly Fishing News and Information focused on North America: IGFA Comments on Everglades National Park General Management Plan ================================================================================ IGFA on 20/05/2013 13:09:00 Angler access to Everglades National Park (ENP) has recently made headlines as proposed poll and troll zones threaten to close 1/3 of the park to combustion engine use. Orvis to Acquire the Scientific Anglers and Ross Reels Businesses from 3M ================================================================================ Orvis on 01/05/2013 16:20:00 The Orvis Company, Inc. of Manchester, Vermont today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the Scientific Anglers and Ross Reels businesses from 3M (NYSE:MMM) “Protect our Rivers” License Plate Moves Forward in Colorado Senate ================================================================================ Colorado Trout Unlimited on 24/04/2013 14:16:00 Thanks to strong bipartisan support in the 2013 legislature, the Colorado chapter of Trout Unlimited are renewing efforts to create the Protect Our Rivers license plate. Tennessee To Host First-Ever F.I.S.H. Tournament ================================================================================ National Fishing in Schools Program on 23/04/2013 14:09:00 National Fishing In Schools Program and the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency announce the first-ever NFSP F.I.S.H.* Tournament (*Fishing In Schools Happening). Maryland Sets Positive Precedent for Improving Fishing Access ================================================================================ KeepAmericaFishing.org on 22/04/2013 11:30:00 Bill to improve recreational access along bridges and roads signed into law. Lack of access to fishable waters is commonly cited as one of the top concerns among anglers. Maine Legislature Sends Alewife Bill to Governor ================================================================================ Robert Long - Bangor Daily News on 15/04/2013 14:29:00 AUGUSTA, Maine — Emergency legislation to open the St. Croix River watershed to sea-run alewives easily won passage in the Maine Senate and House. The bill, LD 72, now goes to Gov. Paul LePage, who has 10 days to sign, veto or let the bill become law. Jose Wejebe 'Spanish Fly' Memorial Foundation ================================================================================ Editor on 04/04/2013 10:57:00 The Jose Wejebe Spanish Fly Memorial Foundation is a non-profit organization whose mission is to support causes involving marine conservation, education, and individuals with special needs. We will contribute to and participate in fundraising and humanitarian work through ocean and marine-life related activities. Doug Hannon “The Bass Professor” Dies at 66 ================================================================================ Editor on 02/04/2013 11:40:00 Complications from recent neck surgery believed a factor claiming life of famed fishing tackle inventor, angling authority, author and long-time TV host Doug Hannon. New Mexican National Monument a Win for Fly Fishers ================================================================================ Trout Unlimited on 26/03/2013 09:54:00 Washington D.C. — After years of collaboration, the Rio Grande del Norte, a place close to New Mexican sportsmen’s hearts, will be protected as a national monument. Allen Fly Fishing Compass Fly Rod 9' #5 ================================================================================ Editor on 19/03/2013 16:22:00 I think it is fair to say that Allen Fly Fishing have built a great brand reputation here on the North American Fly Fishing Forums and more recently on our UK Fly Fishing Forums also. Solid, well-designed gear at great prices and with customer service to match.