Author: Adam Back

KASTKING TO PROVIDE HAMMER BRAID LINE WITH DONATION TO NSIA

Portland, Oregon – KastKing will join Sportsman’s Warehouse at this year’s Pacific Northwest Sportsmen’s Show to fill reels with Hammer Braid, KastKing’s newest braided line.

Making dynamic innovations in the seafood industry since 2013, KastKing offers unparalleled quality and features at deeply discounted prices. KastKing’s model delivers high-quality, feature-based products directly from the production floor to the consumer. This strategy allows for a drastic reduction in production costs while offering feature-packed boutique products at an incredible retail price.

For a $5 donation to NSIA, anglers who bring an empty spool or spool (any brand of spool) to the KastKing booth will receive up to 300 yards of new Hammer Braid line. KastKing will offer to fill reels with 20, 50 and 80 pound braid for the first 1,500 people and is limited to one reel per person.

ABOUT THE HAMMER BRAID:

A SUPERIOR STANDARD IN 4-WEARER BRAIDS – Hammer Braid Braided Fishing Line uses a microfilament UHMWPE fiber in a unique diamond braid pattern that maximizes the overall strength of the threads while reducing diameter over standard 4-carrier braids. On average, the Hammer Braid is 10% stronger than standard 4-wearer braids in the same pound test.

COLORFAST PRETREATMENT PROCESS – Hammer Braid is colored using a proprietary coating process (EPC) to pre-treat the fiber, ensuring a colorfast braid line with virtually no fading or loss of color. The pre-treatment process also provides higher knot strength than standard 4-carrier braids.

SMOOTHER SURFACE DIAMETER – Hammer braid is manufactured in a tighter braid configuration that provides a smoother surface than standard 4-carrier braids. The smoother surface allows for longer casts and quieter retrieves while effortlessly passing through the rod guides.

INCREDIBLE ABRASION RESISTANCE – Hammer Braid’s pre-treatment process provides incredible abrasion resistance and longer life. “Hammer Tough” braided construction cuts through vegetation effortlessly, reducing the chance of losing the fish of a lifetime.

STRETCH CLOSE TO ZERO – With a stretch factor of less than 4% at its breaking point, Hammer Braid offers powerful hook sets and allows you to feel even the slightest bite.

Available in 8, 10, 15, 20, 30, 40, 50, 65, and 80 pound tests on 150, 300, and 3000 yard spools. Moss Green, Blue Camo, Slate Grey, Orange, Moss Green, Black, Green Camo and Chartreuse colors allow for the perfect color match for any angling condition.

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ABOUT KASTKING:

Founded in 2013, KastKing had a vision of producing quality products designed by anglers for anglers and delivered directly to the consumer at affordable prices. True to that vision, KastKing products are developed through input from the fishing community and go directly to the manufacturing plant. This reverse formula from manufacturer to consumer introduces cutting edge features into the new products that anglers want and need. The brand has gained popularity with anglers by offering affordable innovation through in-house engineering, allowing KastKing to offer never-before-seen technology at truly extraordinary prices. Ten years later, KastKing products have been sold to consumers in more than 150 countries and regions around the world through a variety of supply chains. Originally, KastKing products were only available online, but consumers can now find their favorite products in a growing number of retail stores. To learn more about KastKing and KastKing products, please visit our website at kastking.com or follow us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube.

Go Anywhere, Do Anything Premium outdoor optics and accessories now available in bold new colors

Nocs Provisions, maker of adventure-ready binoculars, monoculars and accessories, today announces the launch of its new Voyager Collection, a new take on the brand’s expanding line of premium outdoor optics. Available now at Nocsprovisions.com, at REIs and at retailers nationwide.

The latest collection reflects Nocs’ California roots and spirit of seeing the world from a new perspective, venturing into a never-before-seen visual aesthetic in the world of optics with bright, vivid colors inspired by our natural surroundings. Every part in the Nocs range is built with a grippy feel and excellent durability, while offering unrivaled optical quality in a compact form factor.

The Voyager Collection introduces seven new colorways in the range of Nocs’ best-selling Standard Issue 8×25 and 10×25 waterproof binoculars and the Zoom Tube 8×32 monocular. The new collection also features three new Tapestry Straps, adding a splash of color to any outdoor setup while providing additional security and comfort for carrying Nocs binoculars.

Nocs Provisions Affiliate Partners: Avantlink / Skimlinks / Viglink

Standard number: 8 × 25 and 10 × 25

• Canary yellow
• deep slate gray
• icy blue
• Olive green (10×25)
• Little Red Apple (10×25)

The binoculars that put Nocs on the map, the Standard Issue 8×25 and 10×25 Waterproof Binoculars are designed to be taken on the road, whether literally on the dash or in the pocket of a backpack for a hike, bird in the backyard. rear-viewing session, sightseeing in the city or a trip to the beach. Fully multi-coated lenses and BaK4 roof prisms produce the brightest image, so every view is sharper. Completely waterproof (IPX7 certified) and fogproof, Standard Issue binoculars are made to take anywhere. The Voyager Collection includes the Standard Issue, now with color on each piece of the binocular, available with the 8×25 in Glacier Blue, Canary Yellow and Deep Slate Grey, and with the 10×25 in Olive Green and Manzanita Red. MSRP: $ 95

Zoom tube – 8×32

• tahitian blue
• deep slate gray
• cardinal red

Now available in Tahitian Blue, Cardinal Red, and Deep Slate Grey, the Zoom Tube Monocular is the ultimate lightweight exploration tool. Small enough to pack for any excursion, but with optics that pack a punch. With a wide field of view (384 ft at 1000 yds/7.3º), the Zoom Tube lets you see an extremely wide range while maintaining a close focus of 2 m (7 ft) to see the smallest details in nature. This monocular is ideal for adventures in the field where every inch of space is useful. Rugged and waterproof, the Zoom Tube is designed to get out into the field and help you explore your surroundings. MSRP: $75.

Woven Tapestry Webbing

Now available in Chevron, Flora, and Maze styles, the Woven Tapestry Strap is like your favorite pair of jeans—the more you wear them, the better it gets. With a jacquard woven material made from dyed cotton, each Tapestry strap is soft to the touch and stays true. It’s adjustable, stylish, and secure, so enjoying the view just feels so much better. MSRP $27.

“Since day one, Nocs has been focused on encouraging people to get out and explore the world around them, and the Voyager Collection, which represents the changing seasons and the beautiful hues found in the flora and fauna that surrounds us, it gives people even more opportunity to express their style and explore,” said Nocs Provisions founder and CEO Chris McKleroy. “Our boldest color hues have traditionally been our best-selling products, and we have leaned further into this color aesthetic by incorporating color balance throughout the product, from the eyepieces to the diopters to the focus wheel.”

All Nocs Provisions optics are built for durability and each product is covered by the brand’s “No Matter What” Lifetime Warranty. Nocs optics are shipped in plastic-free, post-consumer recycled shipping boxes printed with soy ink. Since day one, Nocs has been a member of 1% for the Planet, and also supports the Feminist Bird Club, Hike Clerb, She Jumps, Intersectionalist Environmentalist, and Trips for Kids Marin, a nonprofit that provides children in communities with limited access to the outdoors. an opportunity to explore nature by bike.

Unveiled at NWTF convention, new TRACKER OX EV joins wide range of new ATVs and side-by-sides

Known for delivering groundbreaking performance, award-winning service and incredible value, TRACKER OFF ROAD® announced today at the National Wild Turkey Federation’s annual convention the launch of a new all-electric utility vehicle, the TRACKER OX EV, designed to bring power , style and capacity for the farm, the neighborhood or the woods.

Powered by maintenance-free lithium batteries, the TRACKER OX EV’s torque motor provides quiet operation and a range of up to 60 miles. A tilt bed with hydraulic lift assist, full-size dump bed and removable tailgate on a set of custom wheels and tires with superior all-terrain performance make this utility vehicle incredibly versatile. The unit’s supercharged battery offers an ultra-fast 6-hour recharge time and comes with a 5-year limited warranty. Available accessories include split windshield kit, rearview mirror and D-ring bed and net kits.

Available for $12,999 (plus $900 freight and $150 prep), the OX EV, as well as all TRACKER OFF ROAD vehicles, can be purchased at TRACKER’s legendary No Haggle, No Hassle® price. Pioneered by Bass Pro Shops founder Johnny Morris, this pricing policy offers customers the same nationally advertised price regardless of where a TRACKER OFF ROAD vehicle is purchased, whether at Bass Pro Shops or Cabela’s. or at an authorized powersports dealer. In Canada, the OX EV is available for CAD $16,509 (plus CAD $550 freight and CAD $150 preparation).

TRACKER OFF ROAD vehicles are sold in the United States and Canada through the world’s leading independent boat dealer network consisting of Ranger, Tracker and other authorized powersports and marine dealers, as well as Bass Pro Shops and outlets. Cabela’s retailers, home to more than 200 million outdoor enthusiasts annually. To find a TRACKER OFF ROAD dealer near you, visit TRACKEROFFROAD.com, where consumers will also find detailed information on each TRACKER OFF ROAD model.

Complete range of TRACKER OFF ROAD vehicles

The 2023 TRACKER OFF ROAD roster includes 13 powerful work and recreational vehicles with enhanced styling and updated wheel, tire and color offerings on a variety of trims. Backed by industry competitive warranties, ranging from 12 to 24 months, these models include:

• ATV models: 90, 300, 450, 600, 600EPS, 600EPS LE; and
• models side by side: OX400, OX EV, EV iS, 800SX, 800SX LE, 800SX Crew, 800SX LE Crew and the new 800SX Waterfowl Crew Edition.

Reconnecting Americans with the outdoors

In a world where families are increasingly surrounded by screens and digital distractions, TRACKER OFF ROAD is designed to connect more Americans with the outdoors and inspire people to spend more time together in nature. In keeping with Johnny Morris’s lifelong commitment to conservation, TRACKER OFF ROAD is helping support several of the nation’s leading non-profit conservation organizations, including the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF).

At the 2023 NWTF Convention & Sports Show in Nashville, Tenn., TRACKER OFF ROAD, along with parent company Bass Pro Shops, showcased the new 2023 ATV and side-by-side units, along with bass boats.” That Bust Inflation”, exclusive giveaways and guest appearances from the outdoor company’s professional hunting staff.

Guided by Morris’s visionary leadership, Bass Pro Shops works with leading conservation organizations like the NWTF to protect wildlife habitat and foster the next generation of outdoor activity managers.

Easier than ever to access the outdoors

All TRACKER OFF ROAD owners receive a VIP Owner Discount Card with the purchase of a TRACKER OFF ROAD vehicle. The card offers 10 percent off major brands Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s, plus 10 percent off nearly everything else in the store, for up to two years. Current members of the US military receive an additional year of savings. This exclusive VIP card provides additional purchasing power to purchase everything a customer needs to hunt, fish, explore the great outdoors or work on a new TRACKER OFF ROAD vehicle.

Continuing the TRACKER revolution

With the introduction of TRACKER OFF ROAD in 2019, the TRACKER legend, started by avid young angler and Bass Pro Shops founder Johnny Morris, continues in 1978 as customers will be able to rely on the renowned easy-to-use checkout process. of the brand and in its wide network of authorized service centers for all your vehicle needs, from the purchase and installation of TRACKER OFF ROAD accessories to the maintenance, service and support of your vehicles.

About Bass Pro Shops
Bass Pro Shops is North America’s leading outdoor and conservation company, recognized for Forbes magazine and the Reputation Institute as one of the most reputable brands in the United States. Founded in 1972 when avid young fisherman Johnny Morris began selling tackle out of his father’s liquor store in Springfield, Missouri. Today, the company provides customers with unmatched offerings spanning premier retail destinations, outdoor gear manufacturing, world-class resort destinations and more. In 2017, Bass Pro Shops acquired Cabela’s to create a “best of the best” experience with superior products, dynamic locations and excellent customer service. Bass Pro Shops also operates White River Marine Group, offering an unmatched collection of industry-leading boat brands, and Big Cedar Lodge, America’s Premier Wilderness Resort. Under the visionary conservation leadership of Johnny Morris, Bass Pro Shops is a national leader in habitat protection and introducing families to the outdoors and has been named by Forbes as “one of America’s Best Employers.”

According to Alex Roy, President of Blue Payment Agency Inc., “The purpose of the redesign is to align BluePaymentAgency.com with our focus on federally licensed firearms dealers (also called FFL dealers) who perform background checks and on sites tactical websites that sell knives, survival products, and non-lethal weapons like pepper spray and stun guns.

When Blue Payment Agency first opened in 2014, it had a more generic approach to high-risk payment processing. However, a few years ago, the company began to focus almost exclusively on providing credit card processing to FFL dealers, ammunition dealers, online knife sites, and tactical websites that sell items like stun guns and pepper spray.

According to Blue Payment Agency, their focus on the firearms and tactical payments space has allowed them to be truly experts in the field. Alex explains it this way: “Credit card payments can be complex. Adding another variable, in this case, providing retail and e-commerce payment support, to a highly regulated group of companies like FFL dealers only compounds that.”

Payment processing needs to be set up correctly to be stable, and the mix of e-commerce FFL-to-FFL shipping, ammo sales, face-to-face transactions, and even auction sales on popular sites like GunBroker adds to the complexity. . Integrations should work with POS systems, as well as auction panels and a host of shopping carts like WooCommerce, Shopify, BigCommerce, and Wix.

Mr. Roy puts it this way: “Our day-to-day experience with tactical businesses and FFLs gives us experience we wouldn’t have if our approach was more watered down. We pride ourselves on knowing the details. Whether it’s a collectible knives and swords website; an ammunition dealer; an FFL dealer who wants to consolidate their retail payment processing, website, and auction under one roof; or a personal protection website that hopes to sell pepper spray without fear of having its payment processing shut down due to violation of its payment gateway’s terms and conditions, the ability to use a payment processor for all transactions it has the added benefit of simplifying accounting responsibilities as well. ”

Can FFL dealers legally accept credit card payments for online gun sales?

Yes, but only by following federal law. Here’s how Alex Roy describes the process: “When a prospective firearm buyer visits a federally licensed dealer’s website and purchases a gun online, they are considered a transferee. Under no circumstances is a firearm shipped directly to the buyer. During the checkout process, the gun buyer must select a local FFL dealer where he will pick up his purchase. Your background is checked, face-to-face, using the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS). This verification is done by a local dealer who, like the online seller, is a Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL).”

Firearms, tactical, and online survival companies must overcome a number of challenges, including prohibited activity lists that prevent them from using many common payment gateways, merchant accounts, shopping carts, and even POS systems. Blue Payment Agency Inc.’s focus on the industry is designed to build institutional expertise, enabling them to provide faster and more accurate advice and assist FFL dealers and tactical business owners with credit card processing. affordable and stable while reducing the stress level of tactical business. owners looking for a payment processing partner.

Blue Payment Agency’s newly focused and redesigned website has sections on software integrations, including WooCommerce, Shopify, Wix, and BigCommerce, along with niche platforms like GunBroker.

Blue Payment Agency’s newly designed website can be found at: https://bluepaymentagency.com/.

TrueTimber is pleased to announce a partnership with Shoot Straight TV as the official camo sponsor for the award-winning television show. Hosted by Chad and Marsha Schearer, Shoot Straight TV follows the Schearer family to destinations around the world on various hunting adventures.

“Chad and Marsha have created such a popular and impactful show with Shoot Straight TV, and we are thrilled to have the opportunity to support as an Official Camo Sponsor,” said TrueTimber CEO Rusty Sellars. “We share many of the same family values ​​as the Schearers here at TrueTimber, as well as the general family-oriented approach to hunting and the outdoors, so this partnership made sense on many different levels. We look forward to seeing Chad, Marsha and the entire family put our camo gear and patterns to work in the field.”

The Schearer family will be seen wearing various camouflage patterns and TrueTimber clothing in a variety of locations. Shoot Straight is streaming on the Pursuit Channel and digitally on many platforms including Pursuit UP, Roku, Pluto, Android TV, Apple TV, Fire TV and more.

“We’re really excited about this partnership and the opportunity to work with TrueTimber,” said Shoot Straight TV host Chad Schearer. “TrueTimber patterns are extremely versatile and will blend in with any hunting environment they encounter.”

Chad Schearer is a World Champion Elk Caller and a two-time US Eastern Elk Calling Champion. He is also a professional Montana licensed guide and outfitter. Outside of his passion for hunting, he is a freelance writer, articles and photos of him have appeared in various magazines including Outdoor Life, American Hunter, American Rifleman, Field and Stream, and more. Chad is the Director of Advertising/Media Relations for CVA, Bergara, PowerBelt Bullets, DuraSight Rings and Bases, and Quake Industries. Sponsored by many of the hunting industry’s leading manufacturers, Chad has conducted over 1,000 hunting and fishing seminars across the United States and has hunted and fished extensively throughout the world. He is also the former editor of Blackpowder Guns and Hunting Magazine. Chad has a passion for conservation and is the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Mule Deer Foundation.

Originally from Tennessee, Marsha Schearer is a lifelong hunter and has always been passionate about sharing her love of the outdoors. Marsha is known for her skill as a camp cook and in the kitchen as the host of Shoot Straight’s Recipes From The Field. She has been a licensed Montana guide for over 24 years and has spent over 500 nights in a tent. Marsha was the first lady to serve on AVC’s professional staff and has hunted and fished all over the world.

To learn more about the entire TrueTimber product line and to view all available patterns, visit TrueTimber.com. Details on future product releases can be found on the TrueTimber Facebook and Instagram pages.

About TrueTimber

Founded in 2005, TrueTimber is headquartered in Inman, South Carolina, and is the most realistic and performance-driven camo brand in the industry. TrueTimber offers a wide range of clothing and accessory items, featuring a variety of distinctive camo patterns that blend seamlessly into their surroundings. The company spends countless hours researching, testing, and finding new technologies to produce the most effective and realistic camouflage patterns possible. TrueTimber products can be found at retailers throughout the United States and Canada, and it continues to be one of the fastest growing camo companies in the world. To learn more about TrueTimber, visit TrueTimber.com.

Houston Safari Club Foundation (HSCF) and Hunting Matters welcome Tim Richards, Director of Government Affairs for Wildlife Forever.

Tim Richardson is a public affairs, media and fundraising consultant based in Washington, DC. Tim has been Director of Government Affairs for Wildlife Forever since 1995. Prior to that, he worked for US Senator Lloyd Bentsen of Texas in Washington and was a political journalist in Austin during the 1980s. Tim is a rural Michigan native who moved to to Texas in 1979.

After a decade in Texas journalism and two years on Capitol Hill, Richardson became the only private consultant in the country to work on the Exxon Valdez and Deepwater Horizon restoration for grant seekers. Clients in Alaska and Texas have received more than $500 million in oil spill funds for projects involving public and private stakeholders, partners and natural resource agencies. In addition to oil spill restoration, Tim has worked on countless state and federal government issues for over thirty years.

About Hunting Affairs
Tune in to “Hunting Matters” with Houston Safari Club Foundation Executive Director Joe Betar as he engages in conversations with guests, from diverse backgrounds, who are passionate about hunting and conservation. Great discussions, news, hunting law updates and more! “Hunting Matters” airs every Saturday, 6 am to 7 am CDT on KPRC AM 950: Real Texas, Real Talk, a Houston iHeartMedia station and Houston’s Oldest Radio Station. “Hunting Matters” is also available via podcast on Apple/iTunes, iHeartMedia, Google, Overcast, PodBean, and Spreaker. Subscribe, listen, rate and comment. Hunting Matters has received a 2022 Gold AVA Digital Award, a 2022 NYX/Marcom Silver Award, and a 2022 MARCOM Gold Award.

About the Houston Safari Club Foundation
The Houston Safari Club Foundation (HSCF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to preserve the sport of hunting through education, conservation, and the promotion of our hunting heritage. HSCF has awarded 646 scholarships totaling $2.92 million. HSCF conducts youth outdoor education programs, vocational training, hunter education, and field experiences throughout the year. HSCF has provided more than $4 million in grants for wildlife, habitat, and various hunter-funded conservation initiatives. HSCF is an independent organization, is not affiliated with Safari Club International (SCI) or its affiliates and is not a chapter or affiliate of any other organization. Visit our website at wehuntwegive.org or call 713.623.8844 for more information. HSCF. We hunt. We give.

Silencer Central, America’s largest distributor of silencers, is delighted to continue its partnership with the National Wild Turkey Federation as a proud sponsor of the 2023 Convention and Sports Show. February 15-19, 2023 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, Silencer Central will serve as sponsor of the Longbeard and Grand National Auction and Dinner.

“We are passionate about the mission of the NWTF and its dedication to conserving the wild turkey and preserving our hunting heritage,” said Brandon Maddox, CEO of Silencer Central. “As a sponsor of the Longbeard and Grand National Auction Dinner, we are honored by the opportunity to feature our suppressors and show attendees how our work relates to compliance with the NWTF initiative.”

Since 1973, the National Wild Turkey Federation has invested more than half a billion dollars in wildlife conservation and has conserved or improved more than 22 million acres of critical wildlife habitat. The convention features 90,000 square feet of exhibit space, bringing together the latest products and top outdoor brands to celebrate 50 years of NWTF conservation success. The organization continues to drive wildlife conservation and preservation efforts to protect our hunting heritage.

“NWTF is very fortunate to have Silencer Central return as a convention sponsor and exhibitor. They continue to increase their support for our organization and mission in many ways,” said Natalia Daniels, NWTF national director of licensing and corporate relations. “It would be impossible to organize our convention without the support of partners like Silencer Central.”

Silencer Central delivers directly to customers in the 42 states where silencers are legal. The consignment process has revolutionized the way suppressors are sold and allows customers to streamline their buying experience by removing unnecessary obstacles to muffler ownership.

Customers can purchase directly at the event venue at booth #841 with Silencer Central representatives assisting throughout the purchasing process. Bidding for the Grand National Live Auction opens Saturday, February 18 at 7:15 pm For more information, visit nwtf.org.

For more information, call 888-781-8778 or visit SilencerCentral.com.

About Silencer Central:

Silencer Central began its illustrious journey in 2005 as South Dakota Silencer, an event-based company created with the goal of reaching the underserved sport shooting and hunting market by simplifying the silencer ownership process. It became the Dakota Silencer and was eventually renamed Silencer Central after expanding its streamlined process in August 2020 to all 42 states where silencers are legal. Ranked in the 2022 Inc. 5000 list of Fastest Growing Companies, Silencer Central simplifies buying a silencer by managing the entire buying process for the consumer, providing a free NFA Gun Trust, offering interest-free payment options, and Shipped directly to your doorstep, once approved.

Noted author Mike Arnold, Distinguished Research Professor of Genetics at the University of Georgia, will sign copies of his groundbreaking new book, Bringing Back the Lions: International Hunters, Local Tribespeople, and the Miraculous Rescue of a Doomed Ecosystem in Mozambique, at Music City Center in Nashville, TN, February 22-25, 2023.

Arnold will appear at the Zambezi Delta Safari Booth #1400 with legendary African professional hunter and conservationist Mark Haldane on the following dates and times: Wednesday, February 22, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm; Thursday and Friday, February 23 and 24, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.; and on Saturday, February 25 from 9:00 am to noon.

Arnold’s highly acclaimed Bringing Back the Lions details how a small group of professional hunters, including Haldane, spearheaded a nearly 30-year effort to return a once-incredible wildlife haven from a decimated and nearly barren landscape to one of the best wilderness in the world. – the area of ​​Mozambique known as Coutada 11. Coutada 11 is an official concession covering 2,000 square kilometers (approximately 772 square miles) of some of the most diverse habitats and animal species in Africa. This area is one of the few remaining in Africa where you can still do a classic African safari.

A lifelong hunter who has traveled the world, Arnold has published hundreds of research articles and four books on a variety of topics, including conservation biology. Publications like Science Magazine, The New York Times and National Public Radio continue to call Mike for interviews covering his research. Earlier this year, he attended the 20th annual meeting of the African Wildlife Consultative Forum in Maputo, Mozambique, where he was honored to present a copy of his book to the Honorable Carlos dos Santos, Ambassador of Mozambique to the United States.

You can pick up a copy of Mike’s book at the convention, or order your own at www.Amazon.com, https://www.barnesandnoble.com/, and other great bookstores. For more information about Safari Club International and its 2023 convention, visit https://safariclub.org/2023-convention/.

FLY FISHING THE MID PROVO RIVER, OUTSIDE PARK CITY, UTAH, OFFERS AFFORDABLE AND SCENIC WINTER FISHING

Regardless of your skill level, the Middle Provo River in the Heber Valley outside of Park City, Utah might offer some of the most accessible and scenic winter fly fishing in America. Whether you’re coming to Provo as a beginner or an expert, you’ll find something here to challenge, inspire and reward your visit.

For starters, “The Middle”, as it is known locally, has a truly unique and successful restoration history. The dynamic challenging riparian conservation came to a head in the Heber Valley between 1999 and 2008. The State of Utah, the Feds, local ranchers, and NGOs worked together to comprehensively restore the Middle Provo. They narrowed the banks of the ditches, fenced off the herds, silenced the engines, added miles of a new channel, and restored a postcard-worthy high valley. Today that’s 13 miles of the most beautiful and healthful sewage on the blue ribbon, perhaps anywhere outside of a Wilderness Area. And there is no more suitable time of year to experience this achievement than snowy winter.

The Provo is well known for challenging rocky straightaways punctuated by perfect pools and lots of small “cubes”. Thanks to the restoration, enjoy healthy and robust hatches throughout the year. Fishing pressure is also well known and for good reason. The pressure eases noticeably in the winter, but be willing to hike around the next bend. (Cross country skiing is the only other use allowed throughout Provo.) The days are shorter and slower, but the beauty and rewards of staying focused are unmatched.

All the poetry of fly fishing will welcome you to the Heber Valley in winter. One of the best-kept secrets is the ease with which visitors can wriggle out of “crushed powder” at Park City’s mega-ski areas and “kill the browns” in Provo.

By the time you put your boots in the water, you’ll be standing among 3,000 fish per mile. The stream has mostly healthy and well bred medium Browns. You may occasionally have a surprise rainbow or Bonneville Cutthroat, and there’s always a chance of bigger fish coming out of Deer Creek Reservoir. The fish on the Provo are very easy to catch for all skill levels if you don’t take shortcuts, but you will win every fish you catch.

Imagine jumping into snow-covered waters a mile above sea level. The Middle Provo is a perfect river for expanding your mobility and weather comfort zones, but start your winter fishing trip focused on staying slow, comfortable, and safe.

The Provo is an easily accessible river. The trails are obvious and the few fences have gates. The parking areas have excellent maps and information kiosks. You won’t be alone either. The scene in the Provo tends to be as friendly as possible, so local information is often easy to come by.

Daytime temperatures tend to be mild by Midwestern standards, with highs between 35 and 40 (F) common. The lows can drop towards single digits. However, don’t let the beauty of the postcard distract you. Temperatures can drop quickly in the early afternoon and mornings can be bitter. Keep your seatbelt tight and be aware of the consequences of even a light dip.

Mountaintails have other benefits for winter anglers. Jordanelle Reservoir flows are expected to be moderate to low. More importantly, since the flows come from the bottom of the lake, the water temperatures are very constant. Remember, fish are much less likely to feed or rise when the water is below 40 degrees. A thermometer is helpful when fly fishing in the winter. The Provo generally has enough daytime warming to support good fishing all winter long.

In the winter, Provo’s mosquitoes make the man. Come prepared to improve your platforming discipline, improve your knowledge of entomology, and shrug off Hollywood casting. Snowbank sessions at The Middle will present enjoyable opportunities for new and intermediate anglers to improve their confidence and skills. The local nymph pads are iconic and known as the “Provo River Bounce Pad.” You’ve seen this outfit before if you’ve been in the nymph game a long time. It was supposedly invented on the Provo, but is similar to earlier rigs like the “Right Angle Nymph Rig”.

Wild Water Deluxe Fly Fishing Kit 9′ 5/6 Weight Rod and Reel Combo It is perfect for the Provo nymph. This kit features a 5/6, 9′ 4-Piece Medium-Fast Action Fly Rod and Reel with 85mm Diameter, Die-Cast Aluminum, Adjustable Disc Drag Reel, Pre-Rung with Chartreuse, WF-5F , 5 forward weight, floating fly line, 20# orange backing, and 9′ 5x tapered monofilament leader.

Here’s how to build a “Provo River Bounce Pad”:

Start with a heavy section of Maxima Chameleon or any other stiff monofilament to build the leader’s butt section. Attach the impact indicator and then a tippet ring to attach a long piece of fluorocarbon tippet material. The leader’s midsection should be 12 to 24 inches longer than the depth of the water you are fishing in. Use your favorite knot to tie in another section of the tippet material and leave a long tag to tie in your top fly. Then tie another 12-18 inches of tippet to another knot with a long tag. Finally, the bottom section of the tippet should only extend about 8 inches below the last label. Then tie a square knot in the tippet end, so the split shot won’t slip off the tag end easily. Use several small split shots in the lower section of the tippet over the square knot, which creates the bounce weights. Now tie flies into the two tags of the tippet knots above and you are ready to fish. Wild Water Fly Fishing has some great tippet material for building a “Provo River Bounce Pad”.

In slow winter waters, fish can be very selective. Dry or submerged, fly choice always matters. Especially if you are new to Provo or nymphing, you should be prepared to change your flies to match small differences in hatching or feeding action. If the nymph becomes frustrating, don’t stress. Winter on the Middle is about the season, not the platform. Streamers, terrestrials, or even simple surface drys can always have a spot.

The medium is excellent for trying out new techniques or confidently enjoying simpler throwing styles. Safe access, experience levels of fish, need for focused fly selection and abundance of vegetated and less pressured inshore sections make Provo one of the most beautiful places to ditch the gear and flow to tenkara, especially in winter and spring conditions. . If you’re visiting for a snow sports vacation, remember: no matter what your travel situation, there’s always room to pack for tenkara.

The Middle Provo runs 13 miles between upstream Jordanelle Dam and downstream Deer Creek Reservoir, easily accessible from Park City and less than an hour from the Salt Lake City Airport. The up and coming rural town of Heber is minutes from Middle Provo. You can find great guide books, fly shops, and necessities in Heber and Park City.

For more detailed information on completing your winter packing list for safe fly fishing in the Middle Provo or elsewhere, visit www.wildwaterflyfishing.com

About Wild Water Fly Fishing

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