Despite obstructing rivers and creaks, beavers have a tremendous positive impact on ecosystems. In a video from Patagonia, a team works to improve habitats by replicating the work of beavers. From Patagonia: “In the absence of actual beavers, beaver dam analogs are convincing imitations that can spur the processes needed to recreate complex, healthy meadows with improved spawning habitat for steelhead, Chinook salmon and other species. If all goes according toplan, a passing beaver might see these human-made dams, complemented by the soft, pooling water they love, and think, ‘This is nice … b ..read more

From Backcountry Hunters & Anglers:  MINNEAPOLIS, MN— This past weekend in Minneapolis, Backcountry Hunters & Anglers (BHA) commemorated its 20th anniversary at the 2024 North American Rendezvous, BHA’s flagship annual gathering. Overall, the event was wildly successful, drawing members and supporters from across the continent to celebrate their shared passion for conservation and advocacy for public lands, waters, and wildlife on behalf of hunters, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts. This year marks the first time the Rendezvous experience was brought to the BHA community outside ..read more

A team from Yellow Dog Flyfishing Adventures recently embarked on a big trip to Chile and got some great video footage while on the trip. This is part two. From Yellow Dog Flyfishing: “Pablo Neruda once described Chile as a country ‘invented by a poet.’ Spanning over 2,880 miles along South America’s western coast, Chile offers a breathtaking range of landscapes, from the arid Atacama Desert to the majestic Torres del Paine National Park and the rugged beauty of Tierra del Fuego. With one-third of its territory covered by the Andes, Chile’s natural wonders are often likened to the US Pacific ..read more

From St. Croix: PARK FALLS, WIS. (April 22, 2024) – Along the picturesque and historic Flambeau River lies the small city of Park Falls, Wisconsin, population 2,410. Like many other sparsely settled communities dotting the north woods, Park Falls has its roots in the logging trades but, today, derives its economic viability largely from tourism – offering goods and services in support of the millions of individuals who travel to the region for its ample and varied outdoor-recreational opportunities.   Fishing is near the top of the list of these opportunities, so, it’s fitting that Park ..read more

It’s Earth Day. A look at the numbers … From CBS Sunday Morning: “Monday, April 22, is Earth Day, when we celebrate our world and support protection of the environment. “Sunday Morning” looks at some facts about our changing planet.” To check out more from CBS Sunday Morning, please click here ..read more

Anglers take on tarpon, kingfish, amberjacks and more in an old episode of Sportsman’s Journal. From Mill House: “On this episode, I was joined by the one and only R.T. Trosset aboard “Spindrift” to catch Amberjacks & Kingfish on fly way out near the Dry Tortugas. We then ventured inshore near Key West Harbour to catch Tarpon on crabs. DISCLAIMER: These shows were shot in the 90’s and display some improper fish handling techniques that are very frowned upon today. I wish I knew back then what I know now! Also, some of the shows have static and bad quality parts and pieces. It is what it i ..read more

From Backcountry Hunters & Anglers: WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced its intent to deny the permit for the Ambler Road Project, safeguarding Alaska’s famed Brooks Range and its unparalleled hunting and fishing grounds. This significant announcement was met with applause from Backcountry Hunters & Anglers (BHA). This announcement of the final Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement and the selection of the “No Action Alternative” as the preferred alternative is a significant conservation win for all public land owners that value these rem ..read more

The crew from Dorsal Outdoors took a lengthy trip throughout the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico and captured great fly fishing footage throughout the trip. Much of this angling action is now available in a video from Dorsal Outdoors. From Dorsal Outdoors: “For the Dorsal crew, most trips go wrong. Like, 99% go wrong. But in rare form, it all comes together in this nearly 2 hour adventure across Mexico. There are tarpon, bonefish, permit, jacks,— sometimes from the beach. Sometimes from paddle boards. Sometimes all at the same time. But looking back, embarking on a fly fishing journey across the ..read more

From Backcountry Hunters & Anglers: WASHINGTON, D.C. – As the voice for our wild public lands, waters, and wildlife, Backcountry Hunters & Anglers (BHA) applauded the Public Lands Rule finalized today by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) recognizing conservation in public land management as a value on par with other uses. The rule represents a long overdue acknowledgement of the tremendous value of fish and wildlife habitat and recognition that BLM land holdings are owned by all Americans.  The BLM stewards 245 million acres of public lands that include significant habitat and ..read more

From Backcountry Hunters & Anglers: WASHINGTON, D.C.— As the voice for our wild public lands, waters, and wildlife, Backcountry Hunters & Anglers (BHA) shared support today for the proposed Chuckwalla National Monument which would conserve approximately 627,000 acres of public lands in the vast desert of southern California.   This afternoon, Sens. Alex Padilla (D-CA) and Laphonza Butler (D-CA), along with Rep. Raul Ruiz (D-CA), introduced the Chuckwalla National Monument Establishment and Joshua Tree National Park Expansion Act of 2024. BHA joined the bill sponsors and a co ..read more