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This week’s Flylab newsletter is headed to an inbox near you. Deeter writes about fishing techniques for the Mother’s Day Caddis hatch: “When it comes to finding the pattern trout are going to want to eat, profile is the number one factor, followed closely by size and then maybe color, in that order…” Plus new gear reviews, tariff news and an interview with mako shark captain Conway Bowman. Partner spotlight: American Fly Fishing magazine is an inspiring, collectible reference of North American angling destinations, and features timely, informative stories by the sport’s most talented writers and photographers. Flylab discount: 30% off one-year (6 issues) subscription. #flyfishing #caddisflies #makosharks #conwaybowman https://lnkd.in/g2dhh_qv

Flylab Interview: Captain Conway Bowman. “Shark fishing took me forever. I had a 16 or 17-foot aluminum boat with a tiller control motor–that was my first boat. And I would take that thing 10-12 miles off the coast. I had no electronics. I had a compass. Yeah, this is no joke. And that’s how I learned.” #flyfishing #makosharks #sandiego https://lnkd.in/gJXAy4j2

Gaspé Coastal Lodge Giveaway Flylab is partnering with Gaspé Coastal Lodge and a bunch of other great brands to offer a Gaspé Coastal Lodge Giveaway valued at $15,438 (lodge stay + fly-fishing gear) to one lucky winner! The grand prize includes: Gaspé Coastal Lodge Trip ($10,850) @gaspe.coastal Thomas & Thomas Exocett 88 Fly Rod ($995) @thomasandthomasflyrods   Hooké Outdoor Clothing Collection ($908) @hooke.ca Simms Waders and Wading Boots ($1000) @simmsfishing Smith Optics ChromaPop PolarChromic Sunglasses ($1220 = 4x) @smithoptics Afuera Coffee Co. pack ($365) @afueracoffeeco Blue Line Co. fly pack ($250) @bluelineco_ onWater annual membership ($100 = 2x) @onwaterfish The giveaway runs 4/09/25 - 5/11/25. Double your chances of winning by following Flylab on Instagram and tagging three friends in the giveaway post comments. #gaspecoastal #atlanticsalmon #stripedbass https://lnkd.in/gEwZakJv

This week’s Flylab newsletter is headed to an inbox near you. Deeter writes about how to spend your tax refund: “To get more bang for your buck, instead of merely buying fly-fishing “stuff,” consider things (and gear) that could pay dividends over time…” Plus new gear gear reviews, industry news and boat fishing tips. Partner spotlight: RIGS is a full-service fly shop and guide service from Ridgway, CO. For twenty-three years, they have been well-respected outfitters from southwest Colorado, providing guided fly fishing on the Uncompahgre, San Miguel, High Country Cimarron, Curecanti National recreation Area and lower Gunnison River/Gunnison Gorge Wilderness River sections. Flylab discount: 10% off all guided trips (excludes overnight trips). #flyfishing #flyguides #outfitters #gunnison #colorado

This week’s Flylab newsletter is headed to an inbox near you. Deeter writes about becoming an outfitter: “The best, and most successful outfitters I’ve known over the years have been the best mentors. They’re those who get into business for love of the game. They survive–some even thrive–because they have a passion, and develop expertise that cannot be faked or duplicated…” Plus new gear gear reviews and some preseason fish handling advice. New partner: Montana Fly Fishing Lodge is a luxury, all-inclusive fishing retreat located at the base of Montana’s tallest mountains in the Absaroka Beartooth Wilderness. Owned by 4th generation Montanans, the lodge offers a true local experience with warm hospitality and deep roots in Big Sky Country. Guests enjoy world-class, unpressured fly fishing on blue-ribbon rivers, spring creeks and private waters, including access to the Yellowstone River basin streams. Flylab discount: 10% (pro) / 5% (basic) off destination travel packages. #flyfishing #flyguides #outfitters

This week’s Flylab newsletter is headed to an inbox near you. Deeter writes about becoming a fishing guide: “Merely learning to rig two nymph flies (three for a masters!), some split shot and a bobber, and you’ve basically put in the (fly-fishing) work to flip burgers at Carl’s Jr. Not that the world doesn’t appreciate good fast food…” Plus new gear gear reviews and a travel piece on the chalk streams of England. New partner: Alaska Rainbow Adventures, owned and based in Wasilla, Alaska, specializes in exclusive Alaska float fishing adventures. For over thirty years, they’ve led anglers to the most productive rivers in Southwest Alaska and the Bristol Bay region, including the Alagnak, Kanektok, Goodnews and Arolik Rivers. Their guides are not only experts in fishing, but the Alaskan wilderness. Flylab discount: 5% off Kanektok River July float trips–perfect for top water mousing. #flyfishing #flyguides #alaska #chalkstreams

The cathedral of fly fishing: the chalk streams of southern England. “The gin-clear chalk streams, like the River Itchen and River Test in the southern English countryside, are among the most prolific dry-fly fisheries in the world, during certain seasons and under the right natural conditions. They are unique natural wonders, and they are amongst the most historically significant waters in fly fishing.” #flyfishing #england #chalkstreams

Timing Is Everything on Dry-Fly Presentations. “In the trout world, everything is timed. If I know a hatch is happening, and the trout are keyed on certain bugs, as opposed to the opportunistic terrestrial take, I won’t even make a cast until I’ve seen the same fish eat three times...” #flyfishing #dryflies #trout

In Review: The Fly Fishing Show 2025: Hot takes from The Fly Fishing Show in Denver this weekend. “The (whisper) buzz amongst many companies was dread over impending tariffs on products manufactured in Asia, specifically China. Seems like many companies have already shifted some manufacturing to Vietnam and elsewhere, hoping to find safer havens…” #flyfishingshow #denver #colorado