Trouts Fly Fishing

Gear Review:  Fishpond Nimbus Pack

When Fishpond sends Michael Gracie, Trout's IT Guru and master blogger, a free Fishpond Nimbus Guide Pack, what's an owner to do other than say "fish it, and be kind".  Well he did, and he was:

"Despite the size, the pack remains featherweight. Add extra beefy nylon zippers (salt friendly), a slot between the lumbar support and the pack for your net handle, and a thick, single carry strap up top which is perfect for grabbing and then slinging all your gear straight into the river during a fit of rage immediately after the fish-of-a-lifetime breaks your 5X tippet (a.k.a. fool’s line), and you have not just a sufficient pack, a really decent pack, or even a great pack…

You have one the most thoughtfully designed pieces of fishing equipment I have ever used. And that wouldn’t be saying much except for the fact that I have been through enough vests and packs in my day that I once considered started a business doing nothing but selling my own used vests and packs."

read the full review at michaelgracie.com

ROAR Attempts to Block the Controversial “Over The River” Project

from The Denver Post

DENVER—Opponents of the artist Christo's plan to suspend giant fabric panels over parts of the scenic Arkansas River filed a lawsuit Wednesday arguing that federal officials violated environmental laws in deciding last year to approve his Over the River project.

A group of University of Denver law students filed suit in federal court on behalf of Rags Over the Arkansas River, or ROAR, just as Christo and his team were making their case before Fremont County officials considering one of the local permits required for it. The county was holding public hearings Wednesday and Thursday on Christo's permit request.

Christo's team hopes to start construction this year and display Over the River for two weeks, possibly as early as August 2014, before dismantling it.

"We intend to stop this project," said ROAR spokeswoman Joan Anzelmo.

ROAR's lawsuit was filed against the U.S. Bureau of Land Management, BLM officials and Interior Secretary Ken Salazar.

Christo's team hadn't seen the lawsuit yet but said the BLM conducted an extensive, thorough, 2.5-year review in a process that considered hundreds of public comments before issuing its decision, which includes more than 100 measures to mitigate impacts on traffic, safety and wildlife. "We think it's a thorough study that will withstand legal scrutiny," said Over the River spokesman Steve Coffin.

ROAR members had sent in comments of their own to the BLM. "We've been ignored," Anzelmo said.

A BLM spokeswoman didn't immediately return a phone message seeking comment Wednesday.

read the rest of this article at denverpost.com

Trout’s 2012 Redfish Retreat

The Trout's crew on their 2nd annual Redfish Retreat in Port Sulphur, LA.  It was 2 days of bliss on the water; perfect weather, hungry fish, determined anglers.  A big thank you to Alex Landeen for documenting the journey.

The Artic | by RA Beattie

2012 Fly Fishing Film Tour Entry - The Arctic - by Beattie Outdoor Productions from RA Beattie on Vimeo.

Just in time to get us all excited about the 2012 Fly Fishing Film Tour, RA Beattie released a 1 minute short on his newest video offering, THE ARTIC.  Don't forget, Trout's is the only place to get discounted tickets for this Saturday's show at the Oriental Theater.  Hope to see you all there!

Trout’s 2012 Redfish Retreat

One week after our 2nd Annual Trout's Redfish Retreat and the memories of the Louisiana Marsh are still fresh on our minds. Luckily our faithful Photog friend Alex Landeen of Landeen Photography and Fat Guy Fly Fishing just sent over some more amazing stills for the trip. We hope you all enjoy, we know we did!