Tippets: Bristol Bay Songwriting Contest, Reading a River

September 4, 2016 By: Erin Block

  • The advocacy group Musicians United has announced a songwriting contest to rally more artists to help protect Bristol Bay. “We’re looking for people to send original songs that tell the story of the bay, or the fight to protect it from the destruction of the proposed Pebble Mine,” says coordinator Paul Nagle. Via KDLG News. Read more about contest rules and application via the Musicians United website.
  • Knowing where trout hold and feed in a river will set you up for success. “One of the first keys to mastering trout fishing is knowing where to cast your flies,” writes Phil Monahan. Also view an instructional video where Tom Rosenbauer explains what to look for when approaching moving water. Via Orvis.