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Keep public lands in public hands
We are kicking off a series that highlights the people and places at the heart of these landscapes—and the practical, local perspectives keeping them accessible, productive and resilient for generations to come.
Our public lands are the foundation of healthy watersheds and strong communities. From remote trout streams to working forests and rangelands, these places provide clean water, vital trout habitat and public access for all Americans. But pressures like efforts to sell off and privatize public land threaten what makes them so valuable. We are kicking…
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An Alaskan-driven solution to safeguarding Bristol Bay
Alaska Representatives introduce a bill that would stop the proposed Pebble Mine and prevent large-scale mining that jeopardizes fish and wildlife. The 20-year saga to safeguard the world’s largest wild salmon stronghold from becoming the future home of North America’s largest open pit mine has taken a new turn. On May 20th, 2025, the Alaska…
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TROUT Tip – spot rising fish
If you’re new to fishing, it can be tough to know what you’re looking for when searching for rising fish. And that season is about to kick off around the country, so learn more with Orvis. See All Orvis Learning Center Videos
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Photo of the Week – teamwork
Sure, you can go fish by yourself and have a great time and success in landing fish. But there are certainly times when teamwork is critical to landing your dream fish. In Alaska, where everything is bigger—the trout, salmon, mountains, moose, bears etc.—that couldn’t be truer. So next time you’re planning a fishing trip, make…
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Faces of Bristol Bay series: hunt, fish, Stop Pebble
A big game hunting and fishing guide’s perspective on safeguarding Alaska’s Bristol Bay. You know the saying; “I get by with a little help from my friends”. As we cross into our second decade of advocacy for Bristol Bay, friends are more important than ever. The region is threatened by the proposed Pebble Mine; an open…
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The A-ROD Project: A 24-Hour New Mexico trout slam
Meet the Team Zeke Soliz (Director / Editor)A graduate of the Creative Media Institute in Las Cruces, Zeke juggled postproduction deadlines with his final semester classes—proving that a little academic pressure can fuel a big creative drive. Esteban “Stev” Molina (Wildland Firefighter / Angler)Born and raised in Silver City, Stev knows New Mexico’s waterways like…
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Faces of Restoration – Copper River Watershed Project
The Copper River Watershed Project (CRWP) is a local non-profit that works to keep the 26,500 square miles of the Copper River watershed free of fish passage barriers.
If you’ve eaten in a fine dining restaurant anytime recently, chances are you’ve seen Copper River salmon on the menu. These salmon are renowned for their high fat content and are beloved by chefs and foodies around the world. Most who enjoy this prized fish have probably never heard of the quaint coastal community of…