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The True Cast – What inspired the creation of TU?
Here’s how my family tells the story… I think the things that fueled the Trout Unlimited story started happening long before the organization was founded in 1959. A long, winding road led to TU’s founding Prior to 1884, Michigan—which is still essentially a giant sponge resting in the middle of the Great Lakes—was an entirely…
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The True Cast – Why not fish only one fly at a time?
It strikes me that the root appeal of fly fishing is about fair chase using simple tools, basic techniques and challenging the skills of the angler. Question: So why has the fly-fishing “industry” invested so much effort over the past 30 years or so dumbing down the sport to the point that any living being…
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The True Cast: It’s all about what happens next
It’s been a tough few weeks for people who care about fishing and wild places. We nearly saw millions of acres of public land sold off, but it was defeated thanks to many of you speaking up for the importance of keeping these rivers and lands public. But we’re sure this fight is far from…
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The True Cast – I got Gierach skunked
Our family has an old cabin on a small river that doesn’t have many fish in it. It’s in Michigan. The next cabin downstream, and the one after that, belong to extended cousins, so it’s become somewhat of a ritual to meet for happy hour and share stories about things like the fish you caught…
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Help native trout, win a drift boat
Win a custom Adipose Drift Boat and additional prizes valued at over $27,000. The Snake River needs your help. This sweepstakes will benefit Trout Unlimited’s local work on the river. And you can win cool stuff. There are only days left to enter. All the net proceeds will go directly to Jackson Hole Trout Unlimited,…
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The True Cast – What’s Your River “Walk-Up” Song?
Baseball players have a “walk-up” song as they step toward the plate. So, what’s going through your head once you’ve climbed into the waders, strung up your rod and are ready to fish? Now… a quick note of disclaimer to say that I acknowledge that fishing with earbuds is considered more than a party foul…
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The True Cast: How would you describe fly fishing?
I’m often asked how I’d categorize fly fishing. Is it a sport? Tradition? A game? A hobby? That’s a loaded question, and I’ll give you my answer (which I’ve landed on after years of careful deliberation on the water whilst waving a stick) in a bit. But for grins, let’s tackle a few… Sport. Hmmm.…
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