If you’ve been keeping an eye on fly fishing in the US lately, there’s no shortage of news worth chatting about around the campfire. Let’s dive right in and hit a few stories that locals will want to know about.

First, big things are happening out West—Idaho is set to host the 2025 World Youth & Ladies Fly Fishing Championship in Idaho Falls, right on the legendary Snake River. The International Sport Fly Fishing Federation picked the spot for a reason, and the USA Women’s Fly Fishing team is getting ready to welcome competitors from all over the globe. The buzz around town is real, with folks hoping the spotlight will help keep the Snake’s waters protected and maybe even boost the next generation of homegrown fly anglers.

Across the country, fly fishers in New Hampshire are fired up over some proposed regulation changes. The state Fish and Game Department wants to cut the number of "fly fishing only" trout ponds from 27 down to just 5, opening the rest up to spin tackle. Local fly fishing clubs aren’t having it—they argue this could water down trophy trout fisheries and hurt the businesses tied to them. There have been packed public meetings with anglers passing around petitions, and no sign of consensus yet. If you fish these parts, it’s worth checking in on how it all shakes out.

Meanwhile, gear heads will be drooling over the new lines rolling out for spring. Hatch Magazine just dropped a monster round-up of 2025 fly rods, reels, boots, and all sorts of gadgets. Whether you’re chasing Appalachian brookies, stalking carp on the Snake River Plain, or heading south for spring redfish, there’s something fresh on the shelves. Some local shops reckon the high-end rod market is cooling off, but plenty of new options are dropping for all budgets—so if you’ve got an itch to upgrade, now’s the time.

On the travel front, The Fly Shop’s 2025 North America Travel Magazine is making waves. Anglers are flipping through pages loaded with hidden gems, from quiet mountain streams to big river adventures. Whether you’re dreaming about a family trip or plotting a solo mission, there’s no shortage of destinations. Plus, if you’re anywhere near Michigan come September, don’t miss FFI Flyfest 2025 in Grand Rapids. Workshops, demos, and some first-class fishing right on site—bring your waders and get ready to nerd out.

And for Cali folks, there’s good news on the regulation front—a recent change means expanded groundfish seasons north of Point Conception. Last year’s bag limits were tight, but with new stock assessments on quillback rockfish, the California Fish and Game Commission is opening up fishing areas that were previously locked down. Locals are hoping this means more time on the water—not less.

Whether you’re grinding it out in winter with cold hands on the Owens River, saving up for the Golden Trout Excursion in July, or just hanging around the tackle shops debating new gear, it’s a great time to be a fly angler in the States.

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