SA Hires McGowan
Scientific Anglers hired Jeff McGowan to be the company’s national sales manager. In this new role, McGowan will be responsible…
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Short Items: Simms Splits with Al Perkinson, Spring Issue Angling Trade, IG and Fishing, AFFTA Clarification
Simms Splits with Al Perkinson Simms Fishing Products has parted ways with Al Perkinson, who had been the company’s vice…
Angling Trade Commentary: Ambassadorship Gone Awry
Many of you are likely familiar with American Angler magazine’s Jan./Feb. cover. The shot by Colorado-based photographer Matt Shaw was…
Ned Hobson Joins SIMMS
From Simms: Simms Fishing Products, manufacturer of waders, outerwear, footwear, and technical apparel in fishing, announced the appointment of Ned…
Bernard V. “Lefty” Kreh 1925-2018
By now, most of you have heard that the fly-fishing world lost one of its most prolific teachers and…
More Sad News: Northwest Fly Fishing Creative Director Jon Luke Killed in Boating Accident
Immensely talented and well-respected throughout the fly-fishing community, Jon Luke, creative director of Northwest Fly Fishing and its affiliated family…
AFFTA, Cheeky team up to support Stripers Forever
The American Fly Fishing Trade Association and Cheeky Fishing are partnering to award a donation of up to $3,000 to…
People News: Winston/Bauer Hires Forristall as President and CEO; Ex-Far Bank VP of Sales to Lead Rival Brands
From Winston: The R.L. Winston Rod Company and Bauer Fly Reels are delighted to announce that Scott Forristall has joined…
Orvis Nominations Announced
For 33 years now, Orvis has been recognizing the best of the best of its endorsed lodges, outfitters and guides.…
Check Out “The School of Trout”
The Angling Trade editors are honored and pleased to have been invited to take part in a new endeavor called…
Matt Smythe named Communications Director
From AFFTA: The American Fly Fishing Trade Association is pleased to announce that Matt Smythe has been hired as communications…
Product News: Howler Brothers Unveils Its Spring 2018 Collection
Replete with the trendy and functional designs anglers have come to expect from Howler Brothers you can check out the…
AFFTA is Seeking Nominations For Two New High-Profile Awards
The American Fly Fishing Trade Association’s board of directors has formalized and approved the creation of two industry awards: the…