RIO Launches Amateur Fly Fishing Film Awards

RIO Products has announced the launch of the Amateur Fly Fishing Film Awards.The competition features short films by amateur anglers with grand prizes announced on May 12, 2017.

Read more in the press release below.

RIO Launches Amateur Fly Fishing Film Awards

IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO (August 16, 2016) – RIO Products knows the value of a fishing story and realizes that video creations are being made every day of fly fishing, casting and catching, so it launched the Amateur Fly Fishing Film Awards.

“These awards create opportunities for anglers to showcase this sport by entering a short film of their recent outings and catches in a format that anyone, anywhere can access,” says Simon Gawesworth, RIO brand manager. “Amateur film makers don’t get a shot at the big screen but still make great films, and we want to draw attention to their work and to the film makers in these short films.”

The idea behind the competition is for anglers to create a film up to four minutes long and submit it to RIO for the public to vote on. There is a chance for one film maker to win an expenses paid trip to Idaho for three days of fly fishing with the RIO crew. Additional, killer prize packages from RIO, Sage, and Redington will go to various category winners. The competition runs through March with the top three films announced each month (as voted by the public) and then moving through to the grand final. Winners will be announced May 12, 2017. See here for more details on the rules.

About RIO Products:

RIO is a pioneer in developing fly lines, leaders and tippet material to enhance fly fishing experiences across the globe. Offering premium fly lines for both freshwater and saltwater fishing applications, RIO consistently utilizes field experience and scientific testing to create the best products on the market for anglers. Founded 20 years ago in the mountains of Idaho, RIO continues to develop innovative products, design revolutionary tapers and refine performance-driven fly line technologies. For more information about RIO Products, please visit www.rioproducts.com. Connect with us through Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Google+ and Vimeo.