Throughout the years, I have seen first hand trout returned to areas where they had long since been absent, mostly due to the work of Trout Unlimited. The reality of life today is that we all need someone lobbying for us in Washington for causes we believe in. Promoting clean water is something all people benefit from. Often overlooked is the positive impact TU has had on non-fish species as the result of restoration efforts. We are proud to lend our support to Trout Unlimited.
AFFI’s Certified Adaptive Fly Fishing Practitioners possess a rare combination of qualities and credentials among today’s fly fishing professionals. In short, someone who is certified as an AFFP by the institute has demonstrated excellence as a fly casting and fly tying teacher, as a fly fishing guide on many types of water and for a variety of species of fish, and as a specialist in the safe and innovative delivery of outdoor recreation activities for people with disabilities. Whether stalking trophies with world-class anglers, or on a shaded bank with a paralyzed child fishing for the first time, Certified Adaptive Fly Fishing Practitioner Jeff Loftin’s motto, “Just add water,” fits him like a glove!
- Ken Morrow, AFFP, AEI, President of Adaptive Fly Fishing Institute, Inc.
I am extremely proud to be a member and guide member of the FFF. I will admit I came by the Federation a little late. The thing that makes the FFF a natural fit for Rocking L Fly Fishing is their devout dedication to education. I like to think that every trip with us is a learning experience. The Federation is very dedicated to providing both resources for trainers and training. While habitat restoration and concerns over invasive species are part of their focus so is preserving the history and traditions of fly fishing. This is a great organization and we are excited to lend them our support.
Manufactured in the USA, Sage is an industry leader in more than just rod building. Their efforts in conservation and education lead the way. Their rods are designed by some of the finest experts afield. One endearing quality of Sage is their dedication to different tapers and actions. Trust me, there is a Sage rod specifically designed for any fishing situation and angler.
RIO has the most expansive coverage of the fly line industry. They have fly lines to match any fishing situation or species. Check out their Clear Aqualux lines, these are my go to lines in skinny salt. Their line cleaning products are a must in the Rocking L vest. With leaders and tippet and all things line related it only takes one word to get from reel to hook, RIO!
Flies are valuable. Custom patterns are top secret. Where are high value items and secrets, best kept? Some place safe. That’s why I use C&F watertight boxes. Their tough, durable, dependable and genuinely waterproof.
We were very excited to join with Ross Reels. Performance and durability are all I care about. No one builds a better performing or more durable reel; if they did, that's what I'd fish. I have a tendency to gravitate to technical waters and technical fishing methods. When presented with these kind of outer limit challenges, only the best equipment will do. Ross has been and will remain my "go to" reel.
