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Fly Fishing Stories
Fish On: The Tom Rosenbauer Story
Tom is a self-proclaimed geek whose desk has long disappeared under stacks of books, papers, and fly-tying materials in mad-scientist disarray.
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Guide to Fly Fishing
How Do I Maintain My Fly-Fishing Gear In The Off Season?
To preserve the life of your gear, follow these steps in the off-season to clean, repair, and revive your wading boots, waders, fly rods, fly lines,...
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Education
Fly-Fishing Rod Selector
Choose the perfect Orvis fly-fishing rod. Our Fly Rod Selector will take you step by step through the process; we'll help you find the best fly rod...
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Who We Are
Celebrating a Life Outdoors
Leigh H. Perkins purchased The Orvis Company in 1965 and transformed it into one of the country’s most respected sporting, apparel, and dog brands.
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Techniques & Tactics
What Is European-Style Nymphing?
Discover what European-style nymphing is and why it's such an effective fly-fishing technique. Learn how to master this method using Czech and French...
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Gear & Equipment
How Do I Pack My Fly-Fishing Gear?
Orvis has useful tips to help you pack your fly-fishing gear. Whether you’re flying across the world for a week of adventure fly fishing, or packing...
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Impact
Follow The Water
I have three daughters who love this place and who grew up here on my boat. And one day, I’m going to have a conversation with my grandkids and it’s...
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