There’s a real buzz in the fly fishing world this fall, and if you’ve been away from the water for a bit, you’re going to want to catch up on what’s happening across the US. So, grab a cup of strong coffee, maybe start sorting your fly box, and let’s check out what’s making waves right now.

First up, there’s big news for the women’s fly fishing community. Idaho Falls is about to become the epicenter of global fly fishing with the 2025 World Youth & Ladies Fly Fishing Championship rolling in this July. Not every day does the International Sport Fly Fishing Federation pick the U.S. to host such a massive event, and the Snake River is legendary—big water, wild trout, and a perfect backdrop for the best women and youth anglers from around the planet. If you’re in the area, don’t miss checking out the action and soaking up all the international fly fishing culture from the banks of the Snake and surrounding waters. USAngling is amped, and honestly, locals are already talking about pre-fishing strategies and town is likely to feel a lot busier come summer.

Now, about those new regulations—it’s never been more important to know your numbers before you hit your favorite spot. According to Bushcraft Basecamp, bass size limits are on the rise in many states—minimum lengths bumped up a notch or two, aiming for beefier, healthier fish down the line. Crappie daily bag limits are cut in some big lakes as well, making those slabs a little more special when you do find them. Catfish harvest rules have shifted, with an emphasis on letting those trophy breeders go back for another round—a move that’s getting nods from the conservation crowd. Red snapper and striped bass quotas are tighter on the coast, so double-check before you start counting on a fish fry.

There’s also great news for younger anglers and families: more youth zones and beginner-friendly waters are being stocked, making it easy for new folks to dip a toe (or wader boot) into our favorite pastime. If you’re mentoring a future fly fisher, 2025 is looking like a primo year to get kids on the water with easy access and simple rules in certain spots.

On the gear front, Hatch Magazine just dropped their much-anticipated spring round-up. There’s a boatload of new rods—think sleeker, lighter, but just as tough—plus wader boots, hats, packs, and some wild new colors in fly lines. There’s a real focus on making gear more functional and adaptable, whether you’re bushwhacking for brookies in the Appalachians or stalking spring carp along the Snake River Plain. Manufacturers are listening to anglers who want value and versatility, instead of just high-dollar trophies for the wall.

Let’s not forget local waters. Confluence Fly Shop out in the Pacific Northwest reports that fall rains have fired up the coho run. Coho flies are working in both turbid and clear water, and shops are stacking classes to help folks tie better patterns for salmon—and sea run cutthroat if you’re flexible. Meanwhile, if you’re near the Outer Banks or Gulf Coast, those falling tides mean it’s prime time to stalk reds or Spanish mackerel from shore. Evenings under dock lights along the Intracoastal? That’s where fly fishers find surprises, so keep your minnow patterns handy just in case.

That’s a wrap for this week’s fly fishing lowdown. Thanks for tuning in, and don’t forget to swing by next time for more current stories, gear tips, and real talk from local water. This has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out Quiet Please dot A I. Tight lines, y’all!

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