Orvis Virtual Mayfly Festival 2021
Written by: Emma Sandham
From 15th – 30th May 2021, the Orvis Virtual Mayfly Festival will celebrate this special time of year for the fly fishing community.
Written by: Emma Sandham
Virtual Mayfly Festival Children’s Activity Pack
Written by: Emma Sandham
As part of our Virtual Mayfly Festival celebrations we have created a children’s activity pack – full with games, trivia, colouring in and a competition too!
Celebrating a Life Outdoors: Leigh H. Perkins, 1927-2021
Written by: Phil Monahan
Leigh H. Perkins, who purchased The Orvis Company in 1965 and over the next three decades transformed it into one of the country’s most respected sporting, apparel, and dog brands, passed away at the age of 93 on . . .
The Art of the Mini Adventure: What’s next?
Written by: Emma Sandham
At Orvis, defining and celebrating #TheArtoftheMiniAdventure is important to us now more than ever. As we begin to see light at the end of the tunnel and brighter spring days bursting with nature, we decided to revisit the Mini Adventure, speaking to some friends of Orvis about the adventures they have had so far this year and what they are most looking forward to now that we can travel a little further away from home.
The Basics of Fly-Fishing Series
Written by: Isobella Ash
Chapter One: The Basics of Fly FishingYou might have heard that fly fishing is just for trout, but nothing could be further from the truth. You can catch salmon and pike. You can even use a fly rod in saltwater for fish like striped bass, bonefish, and even huge gamefish like tuna and marlin. It […]
Dry Flies & Nymphs For Early-Season Success
Written by: Isobella Ash
BT Sport Presenter and England Rivers International Angler, Andy Ford talks dry flies and nymphs best for early-season success & the materials you’ll need. When you’re planning your approach for the new season, what do you tie? Those boxes that were used and abused back in October have probably got more gaps in them than […]
Mini Adventures On Your Doorstep
Written by: Isobella Ash
We may not be able to travel, but we can still quench our thirst for adventure by discovering more about the mini-adventures close to home. See how other outdoor enthusiasts have been embracing the natural landscapes that their local areas have to offer.
Tips For Fishing Gear Maintenance: Rods & Reels, Waders, And Fly Lines
Written by: Isobella Ash
Most fishing gear will last for years if you treat it right, and incorrect storage can shorten that life span or ruin the aesthetics of a fine rod or reel. For instance, C. Boyd Pfeiffer, the godfather of tackle craft, tells of how he put a fly rod away wet, and when he retrieved it […]
Planning for A Mini Adventure
Written by: Isobella Ash
At Orvis, defining and celebrating #TheArtoftheMiniAdventure is important to us now more than ever. So, what does adventure mean to you? For many, it’s all about exploring a new place, water, or summit and the journey that takes you there. Orvis PR and Events Associate, Emma Sandham, borrowed the iconic Orvis Land Rover to assist […]
Orvis UK Winter Desktop Backgrounds
Written by: Isobella Ash
During this unconventional Christmas, we know that many of you will be longing for wintery walks and fishing on the icy riverbank. That’s why we’ve created desktop backgrounds for you to use, so no matter what the restrictions allow us to do you can still log onto your computer and be inspired by the beauty […]