The folks at TRCP have some good news from the Department of Agriculture! Here is the Press Release: Administration Takes Action to Safeguard Roadless Areas Directive issued today defers backcountry management decisions to the secretary of Agriculture, helps conserve important fish and wildlife habitat and sustain outdoor traditions WASHINGTON – A decision today by the […]
RBFF Promotes National Fishing & Boating Week with Online Movement to Get Families Outside
Here is some interesting news from the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation. New Interactive Online Game Offers Chance to Win New Boat, Motor & Trailer. ALEXANDRIA, VA (May 28, 2009) – There are tens of thousands of places to boat and fish in the U.S. – and for the 30th Anniversary of National Fishing & […]
The National Fish Habitat Conservation Act
The National Fish Habitat Conservation Act, H.R. 2565 was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives on May 21, by Rep. Ron Kind (D-WI). The National Fish Habitat Partnerships are one step closer to congressional authorization. The legislation provides $75 million annually for fish habitat projects. The funding will help existing partnerships like the Eastern […]
Fishing in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park celebrates its 75th anniversary this year. Fishing is a great way to join in the celebration.
The “Mending” at the Jim Range National Casting Call
Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing has become a valued participant at the Jim Range National Casting Call. This year Ed Nicholson, PHW’s president, was on hand to “christen” the Mending, PHW’s warrior built drift boat. After a brief ceremony the Mending was launched and proceeded out to the Potomac and a successful morning of shad […]
The Jim Range National Casting Call
Jim Range was deeply missed at this year’s Casting Call, but his name and legacy live on in tribute to his memory.
