Category Archives: Events
Wounded Warriors to Compete in Islamorada Tournament
The Cheeca Lodge’s All American Backcountry Tournament, to be held Veteran’s Day weekend, will include a team of wounded servicemen, in partnership with the Warriors & Quiet Waters Foundation. The foundation’s mission is to provide wounded servicemen and women with … more
Breaking News: IFTD to Combine with ICAST
The American Sportsfishing Association (ASA) and the American Fly Fishing Trade Association (AFFTA) announced this morning that ICAST and AFFTA’s International Fly Tackle Dealer Show (IFTD) will combine under one roof in Las Vegas July 10-12, 2013. “By joining forces with … more
Islamorada Invitational Sailfly Championship
The dates for the 13th Islamorada Sailfly Championship have been announced. This January 9th and 10th, fly fishers will gather in two-angler teams forming a field of twenty, to chase Atlantic sailfish on the fly. Registration for this invitational event … more
El Pescador Grand Slam Tagging Invitational
The 2nd Annual Grand Slam Tagging Invitational at El Pescador in Ambergris Caye, Belize has been set for Wednesday, Jan. 23 – Sunday Jan. 27, 2013. The tournament rules require anglers and guides to measure fish before release, as well … more
American Fly Fishing Trade Association and National Fishing in Schools Program Announce Partnership
The American Fly Fishing Trade Association (AFFTA) and the National Fishing in Schools Program (NFSP) have recently announced a partnership, with the shared goal of reaching the next generation of fly fishers. NFSP’s curriculum, “Cast A Fly, Catch A Student,” … more
Graywolf Rod Giveaway Ends Today
Shane Gray of Graywolf Rods has graciously offered up one of his handmade fiberglass rods to be given away on The Fiberglass Manifesto. The winner of the rod—a 8′ five weight Signature S-Glass Series—will be selected at random among written, … more
First Annual 3 Rivers Carp Cup
Knoxville, Tennessee fly shop 3 Rivers Anglers and Southern Culture on the Fly have teamed up to bring the fly fishing world the first annual Carp Cup. The catch-and-release tournament will take place in the rivers near Knoxville including parts … more
Results of the Hardy Cup Cane Rod Casting Championships
With a rod he designed and built himself, Mike McFarland handily won the 2012 Hardy Cup with casts measuring 104’ 4” and 106’ 2, surpassing even last year’s results. Rick Miller and Takatoshi Kumakiri came in second and third, respectively. … more
Women’s Bonefishing School
Deneki Outdoors has announced the newest in its catalog of very successful programs: the Women’s Bonefishing School. Co-hosted by veteran angler Kara Armano and veteran guide Bruce Chard, the school will cover subjects such as gear and fly selection, tying … more
July Tenkara Summit
Since tenkara’s energetic introduction to the United States by Daniel Galhardo in 2009, the traditional Japanese method of fishing has taken off, gaining an increasing number of devoted followers. And this weekend, anglers from all over the U.S. will meet … more

