Some encouraging news for anglers in Colorado: populations of the state fish swim back from brink of extinction. From the article on CNN: The greenback cutthroat trout, Colorado’s state fish, was declared extinct over 50 years ago. But last week officials found the first confirmation that the trout are once again reproducing in the wild. [...]
Once on the water and fishing, questions often emerge. We might question our fly choice, our tactics, and we may even ask if the fish are feeding at all. We want to be sure every angler asks these 5 questions when on the water. If anglers force themselves to get back to the basics, we [...]
On September 24th and 25th, onWater team members Lesley Agostinelli and Will Moore hit the water, and the pavement, to lend a hand in local conservation efforts. In eastern Pennsylvania, the Tulpehocken Chapter of Trout Unlimited hosted a 5k fun run to raise funds for local stream restoration, conservation education in classrooms, and Trout in [...]
Anglers are naturally inquisitive; especially fly anglers. So it is important ask yourself several questions before going fishing. The more we learn, the more we grow in the fishing world, and the more complex our questions become. For any age or experience level, there are a basic set of questions that anglers should ask themselves [...]
It can be easy to get out of bed to go fishing when it's sunny, 75 degrees, and the cooler stocked. Some of us opt out on bad weather days, citing any excuse to convince ourselves we’re still tough. If you’re not going fishing on these days, you’re missing out on some great fishing opportunities. [...]
We are big fans of the local fly shop. Which is why we are stoked to be a small part of the Flylords Fly Shop Tour. From coast to coast, fly shops are the lifeblood of local fishing communities. Flylords is hitting the road to showcase these shops and local communities around the Rockies! As [...]
The battle to protect Bristol Bay is not over. The EPA extended the public comment period through Tuesday, September 6th. NOW, more than ever, is the time for concerned citizens to make their voices heard. As anglers who care about the future of fisheries, it is critical that we participate to set precedent in the world [...]
The second time around is often better than the first. It’s time for the rescheduled Drift Boat Drive-In this Thursday, August 25th in Bozeman, Montana. Join onWater and Casting for Recovery for their annual Drift Boat Drive-In on August 25th at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds in Bozeman, Montana. We are proud that onWater is one [...]
Unprecedented flooding occurred on the Yellowstone River this past June. Many of us watched as the Yellowstone River showed its amazing power. Some of us have been directly affected and are still feeling the affects today. Come together to continue recovery efforts this Saturday, August 20th. The river and its fish need your help. Give [...]
Above image is original art from Kelsey Dzintars. Mark your calendar for the annual event celebrating the Gallatin River: On Sunday, August 7th, the annual Hooked on the Gallatin is back for another year. Come together to celebrate and protect the Gallatin River at Hooked on the Gallatin. PLUS: bid on a special onWater donation [...]