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The acquaintances here are friends that Jeff has made throughout the fly fishing world. Some friendships began while behind the counter at the Jack Dennis Fly shop while others he met while lecturing at fly fishing shows and clubs through out North America. They all are great anglers, fly tyers, photographers, etc. from throughout the globe. Please take the time to enjoy their websites!

In the links section check out Fishing Lodges and Camps, Products and Services and Professional Fishing Guides.

Gary Borger - He has been a fly fisher since 1955, and since 1972 has taught classes and lectured internationally on all aspects of fly fishing for trout and salmon. A free-lance writer and photographer and a former active member of the Outdoor Writer’s Association of America, Gary is also Midwest Field Editor for Fly Fisherman magazine, Editor at Large for the Virtual Fly Shop, and Fly Fishing Columnist for Midwest fly Fisher. He has written five best-selling books on fly fishing: “Nymphing,” “Naturals,” “ The Borger Color System,” “Designing Trout Flies,” and “Presentation.” Gary pioneered fly fishing video instruction with his release of “Nymphing” in 1982. Since then he has appeared in four videos for the 3M Company; and in cooperation with the Federation of Fly Fishers, produced the environmental video “Where The Trout Are.” His video production company has produced an additional 21, internationally acclaimed videos in the “Skills of Fly Fishing Series.” This production work has earned him a listing in “Who’s Who in Entertainment.” Gary was also a consultant on Robert Redford ’s movie “A River Runs Through It.” With his award-winning CD/cassette tape, “My Madison,” he pioneered fly fishing, nature-music audios. In addition, Gary is a the designer of the Weinbrenner Ultimate Wading Shoe, the Gary Borger Fly Vest, the Gary Borger Signature Fly Lines,, and many other innovative angling products and unique fly designs. He is a founding board member of the River Alliance of Wisconsin, a member of the Board of Governors of the Federation of Fly Fisher’s fly casting instructor certification program, a member of The Order of the Jungle Cock, Trout Unlimited, United Fly Tyers, the Federation of Fly Fishers, the American Museum of Fly Fishing, the Catskill Fly Fishing Center, and other conservation organizations. He is a recipient of the Ross Allen Merigold Complete Angler Memorial Award, the Charles K. Fox Rising Trout Award, the Joan and Lee Wullf Conservation award, and is internationally recognized for his conservation efforts; in recognition of this work he received the first Lew Jewett Memorial Life Membership in the Federation of Fly Fishers in 1979. Gary is currently Executive Vice President of Targus Fly and Feather, Inc.

Ross is recognized as the leading fly reel manufacturer in the United States. They are also a premier manufacturer of high quality fly rods, complete fly fishing outfits, reel outfits, rod cases, fishing pliers and other outdoor related products. Their commitment to quality, innovation and customer support shows in every product they make! When you expect a product to last a lifetime, the company you buy it from better still be in business when your product needs service. With more than three decades of award-winning history, you can be confident that a Ross product purchased today will be supported for a lifetime of use and enjoyment. Ross employs a team of skilled professionals who are passionate about the outdoors and bring real world experience into every aspect of design and manufacturing. Their team is committed to producing the finest outdoor recreation products, and this pledge is only surpassed by their dedication to providing each customer with unmatched service and complete satisfaction. Ross a team of outdoor professionals who understand the importance of reliable gear, but most importantly we love what we do! Jeff Currier uses Ross fly rods and reels and is a active member of their Pro Advisory Team.

RIO, 20 Years of Innovative Products. In 1990, Jim Vincent founded RIO in the mountains of Idaho on the idea that exceptional fly fishing products should be built by anglers for anglers. Twenty years later, we’re still in Idaho and driven by that same ethos. Most employee at RIO are your basic passionate fly fishing bums, looking for any excuse to get on the water as much as they can. Often, that means tinkering with tapers, coatings and cores to bring you the very best lines on the market. This year, the people at RIO enjoyed getting out on their home waters and testing the two newest lines: the Trout LT (Light Touch) and the new Indicator Line. RIO thinks you’ll find these two new lines to be among their best yet and must-haves in the arsenal of the serious trout angler. Jeff Currier actively uses RIO fly lines, leaders and tippets with complete confidence. You should too.

Wherever you fish, you're going to find fishing guides. And wherever you find fishing guides, you're going to find Simms Fishing Products. Guides need gear that is functional, innovative and can withstand whatever abuse they put it through. What does that mean for someone who's not a professional guide? Anything that's designed to meet the performance needs of guides is gear you can count on. Simms. The choice of professional guides. And anyone else who lives to fish. Simms is a fishing company. They have enjoyed world-wide success by staying true to the original vision of their company by building the highest quality products to keep our customers dry, comfortable and protected from the elements in any fishing conditions. Simms works with the very best materials suppliers in the world in their commitment to make high performance, technical clothing and outerwear. Simms Fishing Products is the only wader manufacturer in the USA, and one of three worldwide that is licensed by W.L. Gore & Associates to make GORE-TEX waders. Simms competes through innovation and quality. Simms Fishing Products staff is largely comprised of committed anglers who understand the importance of quality, dependable fishing gear. They use and rely on Simms products all the time, as does Jeff Currier.

Philip Rowley is a Canadian fly fishing guide, tyer and business owner. His web site and blog deliver tips regarding strategies and tactics, fly tying, entomology, upcoming events and many other points of interest. Phil also has an online store for unique products and flies. If you are interested in expanding your fly-fishing knowledge, particularly stillwaters consider booking a day of instructional guiding. Perhaps your local club or organization would be interested in an evening or weekend seminar. Phil's goal is to teach and pass along his experience and knowledge to you.

Manic Tackle Project has been established because they love fishing and wanted to create a business that they would enjoy working in and would benefit the people around them. Manic Tackle Project is lucky to have a great group of friends in the tackle industry, both retailers and suppliers. There is no question that Manic couldn't have happened without these friendships and for that they are extremely grateful. Manic Tackle Project simple goal is to design and distribute cool products and teach people everything they can about fishing.

Ask About Fly Fishing - Internet Radio has brought together The Experts on fly fishing to tell you in their own words the secrets to their success in both Freshwater and Saltwater. Covering fish from Trout to Tarpon, from tying flies to casting them you'll find it all right here on Ask About Fly Fishing - Internet Radio.

Burl Productions - This is the website of Jeff's friend Mikey Wier. Mikey has produced many fly fishing movies including the recent hit "Soulfish". Jeff and Mikey recently filmed together in Mongolia for a future movie. BURL Productions is the first production company to specialize in faster paced Fly-Fishing entertainment. From our grass roots start as guides filming each other on our days off, to our latest feature film, SOULFISH, Burl has maintained solid roots in the fly-fishing industry. Their goal is to Educate, Entertain and Inspire. Burl started as a seed of an idea and has now blossomed into one of the most progressive Fly Fishing video production companies in the Business. Burl Productions is committed to bringing fisherman the very best in fly fishing entertainment. From the roots of local fishing, to the most exotic locations. Burl is all about taking it a little further and sharing the experience.

Warpath Flies - you have got to check out these amazing patterns. Jeff's friend Brent Dawson ties incredible flies! Name the species you're after and he'll tie flies that will work. He proved it to Jeff on a recent taimen trip when his flies outfished all others.

Creative Castings - Fine Art Lapel Pins by Les Douglas of Bremerton, Washington. Distinctive Accessories for your hat, vest or lapel. Hand-crafted in the U.S.A., each intricate piece is cast in fine pewter from an original design . The colorful, accurately detailed painting techniques of wildlife artist Les Douglas greatly enhance these works of art. Each piece is also available in a beautiful bronze or copper plate and fine pewter!

Kossiedun - World famous Australian fly tyer, Mick Hall has delveloped a web site as an interactive facility for fly tyers who love to create. At Kossiedun, the goals are simple: *create a website of Australian fly patterns that represent the trout food found in or along our waterways. *develop a photographic gallery of those insects that are important to trout and the fly tyer.
*create a reliable hatch chart of the most important food forms that attract the attention of our Australian trout in both lakes and rivers. Why the name Kossiedun? The Kosciuszko Dun, so named by the late Mike Spry, is synonymous Australia wide as being the king of our Mayflies and typifies much of the folklore behind the fly patterns of Australia.

Fly Fish TV is the producer of fly fishing adventure and instruction television shows, DVDs and videos. Useful information for beginner, intermediate and expert fly tyers and fisherman alike. Fly Fish TV has produced 12 great new titles for 2006. Check their web site for detailed information.

There is no doubt that Iain Barr Flies are the best in the world, as used by the best team and individual angler in the world as well as some of the UK's top fishing guides. Iain's unique world beating quality flies bring new standards and innovation to trout fishing. Quality and service come as standard so why choose anything else. Fish with the World Champions Choice for an all new fishing experience! Tied to perfection with the very best materials and the results to prove it, the Iain Barr fly range are guaranteed to catch you more fish!!!

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