Kyle Rutten from Riversmith has contributed a great article for you all to read. Please check it out below and be sure to head on over to their website to shop their awesome fishing rod carriers. They are a great sponsor of Fly Fishing Team USA, and make great racks for your fly rod. In the spirit of the article, let's make sure we all do our part in 2022 to support our wild fish and the rivers, streams and lakes that they call home. When it comes to fly fishing, Mother Nature is incredibly good to us all; providing us with an array and abundance of fish species, landscapes so serene and breathtaking to fish for them in.. and she does it all without asking for anything in return. But what if we want to give back to her in ways that demonstrate reciprocity, respect, and appreciation? What can anglers do, today and tomorrow, to pay her back in some way? To say thank you for everything that she has given to them? Author Bio: "Kyle Rutten lives in Georgetown, Colorado and is in charge of digital marketing and business development at Riversmith, a fishing rod carrier manufacturer based out of Boulder, Colorado.
How Fly Fishermen Can Give Back to the Land When it comes to fly fishing, Mother Nature is incredibly good to us all; providing us with an array and abundance of fish species, landscapes so serene and breathtaking to fish for them in.. and she does it all without asking for anything in return. But what if we want to give back to her in ways that demonstrate reciprocity, respect, and appreciation? What can anglers do, today and tomorrow, to pay her back in some way? To say thank you for everything that she has given to them? There are so many ways a fly fisherman can give back to the land. The act of giving back is not only for Mother Nature, or the angler himself, but it’s also for the anglers and fish of future generations. Conservation Efforts Via the Dingell-Johnson Act Even if an individual is not actively engaged in any current conservation efforts, their dollars are thanks to the Dingell-Johnson Act. The Dingell-Johnson Act is a United States federal law that was created in 1950 where a portion of the money spent by anglers on fly fishing gear or boating gear goes directly towards conservation efforts. However, although the funds procured by this act make a huge difference in protecting the species we love to fish and the environment we find these fish in, there is so much more an angler can do to give back to the sport, and the land, they love so much. Active and voluntary participation can go such a long way and can be done from the comfort of your home. That said, every time you purchase some more gear, flies, fishing line, or even your fishing license, a portion of your expenditure goes back to the land. How can one feel guilty spending that kind of money?! Get Involved With Trout Unlimited Easily the most well-known non-profit organization in the fly fishing game is Trout Unlimited. Although a major benefactor of their conservation work is the trout species, hence the first half of their name, Trout Unlimited looks out for all fish species by doing everything in their power to protect every varying habitat and population. Over 90 cents from every dollar contributed to Trout Unlimited goes directly into conservation programs. By becoming a member and donating to Trout Unlimited a dollar amount as high or as low as you desire, you can help them further protect and restore the land, which is such an easy yet impactful way of showing appreciation of Mother Nature. Donate to the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership Before his presidency even began, Roosevelt demonstrated he was a true conservationist. In 1912, he said “there can be no greater issue than that of conservation in this country.” Once president and throughout the duration of his term, Roosevelt made conservation a top-tier national issue and the conservation project created in his name continues today. Similar to the Trout Unlimited organization, you can make monetary donations to the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership whose current focuses are around creating more conservation employment opportunities, restoring fish habitats, and boosting fish populations around the country. Another favorite Roosevelt quote every angler can get behind really strikes at the core of their mission; “of all the questions which can come before this nation, short of the actual preservation of its existence in a great war, there is none which compares in importance with the great central task of leaving this land even a better land for our descendants than it is for us.” American Rivers, Your Voice For Rivers With a simple motto, “rivers connect us,” American Rivers aims to protect wild rivers, restore damaged rivers, and conserve clean water for people and for nature. Although American Rivers' sole focus is not specific to fly fishing, what is fishing without rivers? Their impactful work goes in so many directions; removing dams, spearheading clean-up projects, introducing or enacting legislation, and restoring watersheds only name a few. Either by donating money to their efforts or by volunteering your time, you can help make a difference and defend the precious habitats our beloved fish and wildlife call home. Give the Gift of Reciprocity The list of ways in which a passionate fly fisherman can give back to their sport could be as long as their favorite tributary. With so many missions and organizations fighting so hard for the sport, it's overwhelming to decide what efforts are the most effective and worth your support and dollars. That being said, with the intention of reciprocity at the very forefront of your mind, any way you decide to spend your money or time in the arena of conservation is money or time well spent. Demonstrating reciprocity is a way of showing Mother Nature that you are listening to her call and is the easiest way to give thanks for all she’s given you above and below the water’s surface.
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