FLY FISHING JANUARY 2024
ORVIS.COM
FREE STANDARD SHIPPING ON ORDERS $50+
Photo: Will Hereford 2
S T A R T
P L A N N I N G
|
O R V I S . C O M / A D V E N T U R E S
YOUR GUIDE TO
A quick-reference guide to our offering of trips & Orvis-Endorsed Partners Whether it is from my time at Orvis, or the 11 years I spent working as a guide, there was nothing I loved more than helping create amazing experiences for people on the water. As you flip through this catalog, I hope you feel that same passion shared by all of us at Orvis. Our goal is to make it easy and inspiring for you to find the best trip for your particular needs or interests, and connect you with those moments of adventure and wonder that produce lifetime memories and energize the soul.
LODGES provide a singular experience including accommodations, dining, and guided fly fishing. Customers only need to book travel arrangements. Page 8 OUTFITTERS may be independent guides or part of a service that provides several guides. Each guide has a high level of expertise on a specific watershed and is committed to superior customer service. Page 10
Orvis Adventures offers the best services in the fly-fishing world, encompassing our endorsed lodges, outfitters, guides, as well as our exceptional schools and world-class travel experiences. The distinction of being "Orvis Endorsed" means our partners uphold the highest industry standards. Our endorsed program has been around for over 30 years and we know what it truly means to be the best. You can count on our endorsed partners to have unparalleled knowledge of their fishery, excellent teaching skills, exceptional hospitality, and a commitment to sustainable and ethical practices. And at the end of the day, it's about giving you an extraordinary experience, where service is our top priority.
OUTFITTERS/FLY SHOPS offer guides based out of Orvis fly shops, where you can get expert advice and gear for the local waters. Page 10 GUIDES bring a high level of expertise in a specific area while providing superior customer service. Page 12
Whether it is introducing you to a new experience or helping you continue your lifelong journey in fishing or wingshooting, we love being your trusted guide to explore all the opportunities with confidence. We hope you enjoy browsing some of our best-in-class products as well as all the experiences offered by Orvis Adventures. Thank you for being part of the Orvis family.
EXPEDITIONS provide guides and mode of travel on trips into some of the most remote and unspoiled wilderness areas around the world. The locations may be rustic, but the service is five-star. Page 20 KIDS’ CAMPS start your kids off right with a fun, inviting experience where they can learn to fly fish. Page 20
Sincerely,
SIMON PERKINS Third-generation family owner
SCHOOLS offer instruction in all facets of fly fishing, from the basics to advanced tactics and techniques. Page 21-23 TRAVEL/GROUP TRIPS are coordinated by our in-house experts who provide free planning services, helping you find the perfect adventure. Page 28
C A L L
A N
O R V I S
A D V E N T U R E S
E X P E R T
T O D AY
8 0 0 - 5 4 7 - 4 3 2 2
3
ORVIS-ENDORSED
PRO Outfitters in North Fork Crossing, MT has been guiding since 1970.
With a setting as outstanding as the fly-fishing, Chimalfe Patagonia Lodge brings lunch to the action on the banks of the pristine Yelcho River.
UNPARALLELED EXPERTISE:
EXCEPTIONAL HOSPITALITY:
“ Orvis gets it right and takes the 'work' out of planning. When I book with an Orvis-Endorsed Partner, I understand that they have what it takes to be successful on the water.” —Eva and Bruce, Schenectady, NY
" [Endorsed partners] create such warmth and hospitality that you feel like you've been visiting with them your whole life even after your first visit.” —Orvis-Endorsed Partners Customer
OUR ORVIS-ENDORSED PARTNERS REPRESENT THE BEST fly-fishing lodges, expeditions, outfitters, and guides in the most exceptional destinations throughout the world. These operations are vetted and selected by experts who bring their vast expertise in fly fishing and travel to choosing the best experiences worldwide. We recommend places where the fishing is excellent with instruction for all skill levels and activities for non-angling traveling companions as well. 4
S T A R T
P L A N N I N G
|
O R V I S . C O M / A D V E N T U R E S
ORVIS-ENDORSED PARTNERS
MAKES ALL THE DIFFERENCE Montana Angler Fly Fishing’s knowledgeable & passionate guides will help you get the most out of your time on the water.
Conservationist Brian Kraft’s Alaska Sportman’s Lodge is at the heart of the world’s most productive wild salmon run.
PASSION FOR TEACHING:
COMMITMENT TO CONSERVATION:
“ Our guides were talented, patient, enthusiastic; taking the time to teach my son and I the basics of fly fishing in one of the most beautiful places on Earth.” —Orvis-Endorsed Partners Customer
C A L L
A N
O R V I S
A D V E N T U R E S
When the proposed Pebble Mine threatened the world’s largest salmon fishery in Bristol Bay, Alaska, Orvis-Endorsed Lodge owner Brian Kraft didn’t hesitate to act. Founder of the Bristol Bay Alliance, Brian brought together bi-partisan stakeholders to tirelessly educate the world about the mine’s perils to the community, outdoor recreation industry, and the ecosystem. After decades of campaigning from his local community to Capitol Hill, the EPA finally enshrined protections for Bristol Bay. As Alaska Director for Trout Unlimited Nelli Williams notes, “It’s because of community leaders like Brian that Bristol Bay will remain fish-filled and wild … a place future generations can depend on to connect with their culture and to support their families.” E X P E R T
T O D AY
|
8 0 0 - 5 4 7 - 4 3 2 2
5
FIND YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME ORVIS-ENDORSED LODGES
With more than 80 endorsed fly-fishing lodges worldwide, our select, expertly vetted group of partners provide the best in guides, accommodations, cuisine, and waters for a complete experience—all with hospitality at the forefront.
“ Orvis provides the rarest class of lodges that manage to provide outstanding service, incredible views, and to make guests feel at home.” —ORVIS ADVENTURES CUSTOMER
World-class fishing on half a million acres of productive remote Saskachewan waters & legendary hospitality has kept Scott Lake Lodge’s guests coming back for more for nearly three decades. 6
S T A R T
P L A N N I N G
|
O R V I S . C O M / A D V E N T U R E S
ORVIS-ENDORSED LODGES
MAP OUT YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE Explore our new Adventures Map and discover all our fly-fishing and wingshooting lodges, guides, outfitters, group trips, schools, and more.
VISIT ORVIS.COM/ADVENTURE-MAP C A L L
A N
O R V I S
A D V E N T U R E S
E X P E R T
T O D AY
|
8 0 0 - 5 4 7 - 4 3 2 2
7
1
2
3
4
See all our 100+ endorsed fly-fishing and wingshooting lodges at orvis.com/adventure-map or call our travel experts at 800-547-4322 1. EL PESCADOR LODGE AMBERGRIS CAYE, BELIZE 2. FORRESTER’S BIGHORN RIVER RESORT FORT SMITH, MT | 800-665-3799 3. ANIAK RIVER LODGE ANIAK, AK 4. TIKCHIK NARROWS LODGE WOOD-TIKCHIK STATE PARK, AK 5. SOUTH HOLSTON RIVER LODGE BRISTOL, TN 6. THREE RIVERS RANCH WARM RIVER, ID 7. MADISON VALLEY RANCH ENNIS, MT
8
S T A R T
8. FALCON’S LEDGE ALTAMONT, UT 9. BUDGE’S WILDERNESS LODGE MEEKER, CO 10. THE WOODSTOCK INN & RESORT WOODSTOCK, VT 11. ESTANCIA TECKA LODGE PATAGONIA, ARGENTINA 12. THE LODGE AT PALISADES CREEK IRWIN, ID 13. THE BITTERROOT MILE CLUB HAMILTON, MT 14. HAWK LAKE LODGE KENORA, ONTARIO, CA
P L A N N I N G
|
5
O R V I S . C O M / A D V E N T U R E S
ORVIS-ENDORSED LODGES
6
7
8
9
10
11
“ Blown away by the wonderful location, outstanding help, and the camaraderie of strangers meeting with common interest.” —ORVIS ADVENTURES CUSTOMER 12
13 C A L L
A N
O R V I S
14 A D V E N T U R E S
E X P E R T
T O D AY
|
8 0 0 - 5 4 7 - 4 3 2 2
9
With over 20 years of Montana guiding experience, familyrun Blackfoot River Outfitters has made it their business to share their passion for fly-fishing western Montana through their expertly guided trips & well-stocked fly shop in the heart of Missoula. 10
S T A R T
P L A N N I N G
|
O R V I S . C O M / A D V E N T U R E S
O R V I S - E N D O R S E D O U T F I T T E R S & F LY S H O P S OUTFITTERS
UNFORGETTABLE ADVENTURES, UNPARALLELED EXPERTISE Whether a one-on-one outing or a guide service for a larger group, our outfitters deliver local knowledge and a passion for teaching at all levels in outstanding fisheries around the world.
OUTFITTERS/FLY SHOPS
YOUR ONE-STOPSHOP FOR GEAR, GUIDES & LOCAL KNOWLEDGE From your homewaters and beyond, get the inside scoop from the experts who know it best. Our endorsed outfitter fly shops offer expert guides for group and solo outings, a deep love of their local fisheries and teaching at all levels, and all the gear you need. Everything you need to do it all in a day on the water, made easy.
MAP OUT YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE Explore our new Adventures Map and discover all our fly-fishing and wingshooting lodges, guides, outfitters, group trips, schools, and more.
VISIT ORVIS.COM/ADVENTURE-MAP
Rivaling his shop’s treasure trove of gear, Breckenridge Outfitters owner Tim West’s stockpile of fishing knowledge is just as impressive. Breckenridge, CO. Photo: Jay Riley
11
GUIDES FOR YOUR BACKYARD & BEYOND WHETHER AN OUTING CLOSE TO HOME OR ACROSS THE GLOBE, YOU CAN COUNT ON OUR KNOWLEDGEABLE, FRIENDLY GUIDES TO DELIVER AN EXCEPTIONAL EXPERIENCE & HELP YOU GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR TIME ON THE WATER, AT EVERY BUDGET AND FISHING LEVEL.
MAP OUT YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE Explore our new Adventures Map and discover all our fly-fishing and wingshooting lodges, guides, outfitters, group trips, schools, and more.
VISIT ORVIS.COM/ADVENTURE-MAP 12
S T A R T
P L A N N I N G
|
O R V I S . C O M / A D V E N T U R E S
ORVIS-ENDORSED GUIDES
A day off means something different when your dream job looks like this. Covered Bridge Outfitters guide John Fabian & crew stay sharp on local intel prowling for monster pike in their free time. Photo: Jay Riley C A L L
A N
O R V I S
A D V E N T U R E S
E X P E R T
T O D AY
|
8 0 0 - 5 4 7 - 4 3 2 2
13
PRO WADERS
THE STANDARD IN DURABILITY
PRO WADERS XF2RY7 men’s S-XXL including short & long sizes* $598 XF2YRX women’s XS-XL including petite & tall sizes* $598 XF20N1 men’s zip S-XXL including short & long sizes* $798 XF2ZM7 zip bootfoot* $949 *For complete wader sizing, go to orvis.com/waders
14
| ORVIS.COM | 800-548-9548
SEE THE ENTIRE PRO FISHING SYSTEM ONLINE AT ORVIS.COM/PRO-COLLECTION
T E C H N O L O G I C A L LY S U P E R I O R P E R F O R M A N C E / W A D I N G
Orvis-Endorsed Chrome Chasers Fly Fishing Guide Keith Allison anchors the raft before stepping into the riffle. Olympic Peninsula, WA. Photo: Arian Stevens
B PRO BOA
B. PRO BOA® AND PRO HYBRID WADING BOOTS Men’s whole sizes 7-14 (women’s equivalent 8-15). Imported. XF261S PRO BOA $298 XF219N PRO hybrid $279 XF2P9M PRO (not shown) $279
hybrid
Best New wading boot
800-548-9548 | ORVIS.COM |
15
Nothing but net. Anglers Ryan McSparran (Budge’s Wilderness Lodge) and Courtney Despos share in the spoils of a well-placed presentation. Colorado high country. Photo: Davis James
NEW
A-B. ORVIS WIDE-MOUTH NETS A. XF29FF guide net $198 B. XF29FG hand net $149 XF3F8N guide net bag replacement kit $24.95 XF3F8P hand net bag replacement kit $21.95
COLORS
A NEW—Fishe™ Wear unbound brown
blackout
dusty olive B NEW—Fishe™ Wear unbound brown
16
| ORVIS.COM | 800-548-9548
dusty olive
PRO Waterproof Packs. Waterproof. Airtight. UV-blocking. Abrasion- and puncture-resistant. In a word, bombproof. Constructed from 840-denier ballistic nylon then coated with .1mm TPU on both sides of the fabric, we’ve designed each pack in the new PRO Waterproof pack lineup around the notion of keeping gear easy-to-access and safe from any and all elements in real-world fishing scenarios. Bonus: They’re plenty handsome, too. Imported..
XF29ES Backpack 30L $329 XF29EZ Sling 14L $298 XF29FB Roll Top Backpack 20L $179 XF3AKF Hip Pack 10L $279 XF3AKG Boat Bag 28L $349
Orvis Packs. Solution-driven packs put it all at your fingertips. Orvis Packs not only carry but perform through innovative design features and pockets with purpose to eliminate search and improve focus, efficiency, and comfort. Made from 100% recycled CORDURA® ECO 600-denier polyester with strategic TPU coating and lined with 100% recycled 200-denier polyester to withstand whatever Mother Nature brings. Imported.
XF25FM Orvis Carry-It-All $249 XF25FN Orvis Bug-Out Backpack $198 XF25FP Orvis Guide Sling $159 XF25FR Orvis Sling Pack $119 XF25FS Orvis Chest Pack $129 XF25FT Orvis Chest/Hip Pack $89 XF25FX Orvis Wader Mudroom $79 XF25FY Orvis Guide Hip Pack $159 800-548-9548 | ORVIS.COM |
17
NEW
S Y S T E M
BUILT TO WADE WHERE OTHERS WONʼT
Next-level agility and flexibility. Built on reputation of our original PRO Waders— widely known as the most durable ever—we’re back with a PRO LT version and perfectly matched boots to complete the PRO-caliber system that puts movement and speed at a premium. Employing the same, proven CORDURA® fabric that quickly put the PRO Waders on the map and nearly made our warranty claim department grind to a halt, we’ve taken hours of input from some of the industry’s most trusted guides and veteran anglers to create what stands to become the most durable, yet nimble, system built specifically to move you.
Orvis Community Leader Davis James easily scrambles over a fallen tree in a Colorado river. Photo: Jay Riley
A granite
18
| ORVIS.COM | 800-548-9548 | *Imported.
B steel
PRO LT WADING SYSTEM* A. XF3B2B menʼs wader $498 B. XF3B16 wading boot $249
NEW
T E C H N O L O G I C A L LY S U P E R I O R P E R F O R M A N C E / W A D I N G
NATALIE CULLUM PRODUCT DESIGNER
“ Think of PRO vs PRO LT in terms of trucks; Tundra vs. Tacoma. Like a Tacoma, the New PRO LT Waders are more than capable, but a little less beefy. Senior Product Developer Jesse Haller used the same philosophy on the new PRO LT Wading Boots. All the traction and support, yet slightly less bulk to round out the lightweight, PRO-grade wading system our guides have been requesting.” 800-548-9548 | ORVIS.COM |
19
ORVIS-
Not your average camp, not your average trip. A journey to Mongolia is more than a fishing destination, it’s good for the soul.
JEREMY KEHREIN
TRAVEL SALES MANAGER & LIFELONG GLOBETROTTER ORVIS ADVENTURES “ I always look forward to our time on the water, but for me a trip to Mongolia is also about the locals who welcome us into their yurts, the horseback-herders showing off their riding skills, and learning Taimen fishing tactics with local guides. FISHING IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE TRIP, BUT THE EXPERIENCE IS ABOUT SO MUCH MORE.”
EXPEDITIONS
KIDS' CAMP
BUCKET-LIST LOCATIONS, 5-STAR SERVICE
Start your kids off right with a fun, inviting experience where they can learn to fly fish.
Explore the most remote and unspoiled wilderness around the world in comfort with our inclusive Orvis Expeditions. You make the memories, we’ll take care of the rest. 20
S T A R T
P L A N N I N G
|
“ My son gained a knowledge and love of the outdoors that he has carried with him and has truly helped shape him into the young man he is today... he remarked, ‘You know Mom, those two weeks in Montana were the best two weeks of my life!’ I think that says it all.” —ORVIS ADVENTURES CUSTOMER
O R V I S . C O M / A D V E N T U R E S
- E N D O R S E D E X P E D I T I O N S , K I D S ' C A M P & S P E C I A LT Y S C H O O L S
Getting hands-on experience at Complete Trout School at Falcon’s Ledge, Utah. SPECIALTY SCHOOLS
UP YOUR GAME IN NATURE’S FINEST VENUES
Our specialty fly-fishing schools offer opportunities for beginners to advanced students to learn valuable tips and techniques from the best in the industry at our multi-day educational fly-fishing experiences in exceptional locations.
Tweaking technique on the fly at Orvis Grand Slam Week, Belize.
TO BOOK YOUR SCHOOL CALL 866-531-6213 OR VISIT ORVIS.COM/FISH-SPECIALTY
The views rival the fishing at Healing Waters’s Montana Trout School. Photo: Anthonyseye C A L L
A N
O R V I S
A D V E N T U R E S
E X P E R T
T O D AY
|
8 0 0 - 5 4 7 - 4 3 2 2
21
TRUEL MYERS
CHIEF CASTING INSTRUCTOR & LIFELONG FLY-FISHING EVANGELIST, ORVIS SCHOOLS “ IN FLY FISHING, YOU NEVER STOP LEARNING—IT’S A SPORT THAT WILL LAST YOU THE REST OF YOUR LIFE. That makes it all the more special to teach families. Once you get youngsters casting alongside their parents, it becomes something they’ll share forever. I tell them ‘when I was your age my mom and dad took me fishing, then when I got older I took THEM fishing!’” 22
S T A R T
P L A N N I N G
|
O R V I S . C O M / A D V E N T U R E S
O R V I S - E N D O R S E D 1 - & 2 - D AY F LY- F I S H I N G S C H O O L S
SCHOOL SHOULD ALWAYS BE THIS MUCH FUN
If more than 50 years of teaching has taught us anything, it's that you never stop learning. So, whether you're just starting out or have been fishing for years, we can't wait to teach you something new.
Practice makes perfect—catch us on the Battenkill. Orvis Fly-Fishing School, Manchester, VT.
At school with Truel, you’ll actually want to do your homework.
BOOK YOUR SPOT IN A 1- OR 2-DAY SCHOOL AT 866-531-6213 OR VISIT ORVIS.COM/FISH-SCHOOLS Forrest Hamer, always keeping it fun with a student in an Orvis 2-Day Fly-Fishing School. Manchester, VT. Photo: FlyLords
Adding the magic touch to a student’s casting technique. Orvis Fly-Fishing School, Manchester, VT.
“ I found the instructors top notch. I had no casting technique and they got me on the right track. I would encourage anybody to go to one of their schools, experienced or not.” —ORVIS FLY-FISHING SCHOOL STUDENT C A L L
A N
O R V I S
A D V E N T U R E S
E X P E R T
T O D AY
|
8 0 0 - 5 4 7 - 4 3 2 2
23
WADING SYSTEM A lake blue
PACKABLE PROTECTION FROM BOAT TO BANK Extending the life of the garment’s rain protection by as much as three times thanks to a burlier waterproof, breathable membrane on the inner liner, our wildly popular Men’s and Women’s Ultralight Jackets see a substantial moisture-management upgrade this season. Seriously lightweight, highly packable nylon with a slightly slimmer cut, you’re looking at your newest, wet-season best friend for casting, blasting, or any outdoor activity.
Photo: Jay Riley 24
| ORVIS.COM | 800-548-9548
A-B. MEN’S AND WOMEN’S ULTRALIGHT WADING JACKET Men’s sizes S(34-36), M(38-40), L(42-44), XL(46-48), XXL(50-52). Women’s sizes XS(4), S(6-8), M(10-12), L(14-16), XL(18-20). Imported. A. XF3B2G men’s $298 B. XF3B2H women’s $298
A steel
A rust
B mineral blue
C storm
D storm
C-D. ULTRALIGHT CONVERTIBLE WADERS Impressively durable despite their diminutive weight, breathable nylon waders go in the gear bag on hot days or when you need to cover miles quickly. Made to move with a bulk-free Modern Fit. Waisthigh conversion allows you to quickly dump heat. Compatible with Orvis waterproof pocket. Imported. $298 C. XF2JBY men’s D. XF2JBZ women’s For complete wader sizing, go to orvis.com/waders E-F. ULTRALIGHT BOOTS Men’s whole sizes 7-14. Women’s whole sizes 6-11. Nylon microfiber with PU coating. Polyester mesh. Imported. $198 E. XF2J2R men’s, 40 oz. size 10 F. XF2J2S women’s, 37 oz. size 8
E cobblestone/ citron F cobblestone/ dragonfly 800-548-9548 | ORVIS.COM |
25
ONE MAP, 400+ ADVENTURES
Browse all our fly-fishing and wingshooting lodges, guides, outfitters, group trips, schools, and more in one place so you can easily MAP OUT YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE.
VISIT ORVIS.COM/ADVENTURE-MAP
26
S T A R T
P L A N N I N G
|
O R V I S . C O M / A D V E N T U R E S
ORVIS ADVENTURES MAP
C A L L
A N
O R V I S
A D V E N T U R E S
E X P E R T
T O D AY
|
8 0 0 - 5 4 7 - 4 3 2 2
27
DAN DAVALA
FLY FISHING TRAVEL SPECIALIST & SALTWATER SAVANT ORVIS ADVENTURES “ One of our biggest strengths as a team is that we don’t work on commission. This lets us remain truly impartial as we help folks find exactly the right destination, and it means we get the time and space to enjoy & build relationships. OUR ADVENTURES CLIENTS AREN’T JUST CUSTOMERS— WE TRAVEL & FISH WITH THEM, WE GET TO KNOW THEM, CELEBRATE THEM, AND REJOICE AT ANY OPPORTUNITY TO CONNECT WITH & ASSIST THEM ON THEIR JOURNEY.” 28
S T A R T
P L A N N I N G
|
O R V I S . C O M / A D V E N T U R E S
ORVIS TRAVEL
ALL THE STOKE & NONE OF THE STRESS
LET OUR NOMADS CHART YOUR COURSE, CALL OUR FREE TRAVEL PLANNING SERVICE! The perfect adventure is waiting, no matter your skill level or interest—let us help you find it. With our complimentary travel service, our team of experts takes the work out of planning, so you can simply enjoy the journey. Motivated by a love of adventure, our customers, and sharing our favorite spots with you, our dedicated travel team vets every destination and experience, and you can trust that with an Orvis-Endorsed Partner you are in capable hands.
Saltwater fishing in Mexico at its best, Orvis Grand Slam Week at Orvis-Endorsed Xflats will help you check off that grand slam trifecta.
LET US BE YOUR GUIDE.
CALL US AT 800-547-4322 OR VISIT ORVIS.COM/GROUP-TRIPS
C A L L
A N
O R V I S
A D V E N T U R E S
E X P E R T
T O D AY
|
8 0 0 - 5 4 7 - 4 3 2 2
29
Water drains right through the new PRO Approach Hiker on the casting deck, much like a frosty cold one goes right through you at the dock hours later. Photo: A.J. Gottschalk
A. PRO APPROACH HIKER Available in both non-marking and hike-ready outsole options. Men’s whole sizes 7-14. Imported. XF29YN $229
A salt
B. PRO APPROACH SHOE Trail runner-inspired, with a nimble design perfect for wetwading and covering ground. Men’s whole sizes 7-14. Imported. XF2TZ2 $169
camo C. NEOPRENE WADING SOCK - .5MM Imported. XF2ZNF not shown $29.95 30
| ORVIS.COM | 800-548-9548
T E C H N O L O G I C A L LY S U P E R I O R P E R F O R M A N C E / W E T W A D I N G
WON’T MARK CASTING DECKS. WILL GET YOU INVITED BACK ON ONE. The PRO Approach Hiker With a non-marking proprietary Michelin® sole that keeps you in the good graces of any boat captain, the mid-top PRO Approach Hiker offers generous ankle support required on uneven flats and an Intuition®-based foam footbed that molds around your foot for a custom fit unlike any other wet-wading product ever designed.
B camo
storm
D. CHRISTMAS ISLAND BOOTS Airprene upper keeps sand and grit out. YKK® side zipper with TPU/VELCRO® Brand fastener at top. The sole and sidewall protect against coral abrasion. In gray/multi. Men’s whole sizes 5-14. 8" high. 32 oz. in size 10. Imported. XF3GSY $98
D gray
E. NEOPRENE GUARD SOCK - 3MM Imported. XF262N not shown $49 800-548-9548 | ORVIS.COM |
31
NEW
A blue fog plaid 32
B lilac plaid
C blue fog
D blue fog/titanium
E surf
*Women’s sizes XS(4), S(6-8), M(10-12), L(14-16), XL(18-20). Men’s sizes S(34-36), M(38-40), L(42-44), XL(46-48), XXL(50-52). Imported.
T E C H N O L O G I C A L LY S U P E R I O R P E R F O R M A N C E / P R O S U N
HOW TO ECLIPSE THE SUN
WITH A UPF RATING OF 50+, PRO SUN SYSTEMS BLOCK 98% OF HARMFUL RAYS 100% OF THE TIME— EVEN WHEN WET. SEE OUR ENTIRE NEW PRO SUN COLLECTION AT ORVIS.COM
Schultz Outfitters guide Jake Marthaler fishing for Smallmouth Bass in Southern Michigan. Photo: Jay Riley
MOISTURE WICKING
A-B. PRO STRETCH LONG-SLEEVE SHIRT* NEW Polyester/nylon/spandex. A. XF3HKN men’s $129 B. XF29ZF women’s $129 C. MENʼS PRO HYBRID HOODIE* NEW Polyester/nylon/spandex. XF3HKP $129 D-E. PRO SUN HOODIE* NEW Recycled polyester/polyester/spandex. $98 XF3HMB men’s XF3GST women’s
4-WAY STRETCH
F-G. MEN’S AND WOMEN’S PRO SUN SKIFF PANT Athletic Fit. Men’s even waist sizes 32-42; inseam 30", 32", 34". Women’s sizes 4-18; 31" inseam. Washable. Imported. $119 F. XF29ZM women’s G. XF29ZL men’s
F storm
G safari 800-548-9548 | ORVIS.COM |
33
NEW
SOME LIKE IT HOT. SOME LIKE IT COOL. HAVE IT BOTH WAYS WITH INSULATION SYSTEMS FOR ANY SEASON.
34
| ORVIS.COM | 800-548-9548
T E C H N O L O G I C A L LY S U P E R I O R P E R F O R M A N C E / I N S U L A T I O N A asphalt B asphalt
C granite
Drew Nisbet, Orvis marketing manager for fish and hunt, suiting up for Sammy's favorite kind of walk. Southern Vermont. Photo: Bryce Boyer
A-B. MEN’S AND WOMEN’S PRO HD UNDERWADER PANTS NEW Four-way stretch with abrasion- and pill-resistant hardface outer. Low-profile stirrup. 10" mesh zip side vents. Stretch waist with belt loops. Dual side pockets and zip rear security pocket. Active Fit. Women’s sizes XS(2-4), S(6-8), M(10-12), L(14-16), XL(18-20). Men’s sizes S(30), M(32-34), L(36-38), XL(40-42), XXL(44-46), XXXL(48-50). Polyester/spandex. Imported. $149 A. XF3GLG men’s B. XF3GLH women’s C. PRO LT UNDERWADER PANTS The PRO-grade, lighter-weight, spring/fall sibling of the cold-season PRO Underwader Pants. Sizes XS(26-28), S(30-32), M(32-34), L(36-38), XL(40-42), XXL(44-46). Nylon/ polyester/spandex. Washable. Imported. XF27TZ $119 800-548-9548 | ORVIS.COM |
35
B rhubarb
THE RIGHT LAYERS FOR ANY CONDITIONS Timber Pringle gears up for a day on the water. Photo: Faceless Fly Fishing 36
| ORVIS.COM | 800-548-9548 | *Sizes XS(4), S(6-8), M(10-12), L(14-16), XL(18-20).
T E C H N O L O G I C A L LY S U P E R I O R P E R F O R M A N C E / I N S U L A T I O N B mineral blue
A shadow camo
C bourbon
blackout
WIND RESISTANT
WATER RESISTANT
ABRASION RESISTANT
A-C. MEN’S AND WOMEN’S PRO INSULATED SERIES Women’s sizes XS-XL.* Men’s sizes S-XXL.** Nylon shell. Polyester insulation. Washable. Imported. NEW A. XF2SGH men’s hoodie $249 NEW B. XF2SGJ women’s hoodie $249 C. XF3CE3 men's PRO LT hoodie $219 XF2SGL women’s vest (not shown) $169 XF2SGK men’s vest (not shown) $169
STRETCH
D shadow camo
E granite
WATER RESISTANT
ABRASION RESISTANT
BREATHABLE
STRETCH
F camouflage
G huckleberry
D-G. MEN’S & WOMEN’S PRO LT SOFTSHELL SERIES HOODIE Women’s sizes XS-XL.* Men’s sizes S-XXL.** Polyester/nylon/ spandex. Washable. Imported. D. XF27XB men’s hoodie $149 E. XF3BHM women’s hoodie $149 F. XF2XJZ men’s pullover $129 G. XF26SN women’s pullover $129
SEE THE ENTIRE LINE OF PRO INSULATION ONLINE AT ORVIS.COM/PRO-COLLECTION **S(34-36), M(38-40), L(42-44), XL(46-48), XXL(50-52) | 800-548-9548 | ORVIS.COM | 37
MEN’S AND WOMEN’S PRO FISHING JACKET Women’s XS-XL.* Men’s S-XXL.** Imported. XF263N men’s $449 XF3AXB women’s $449
MEN’S PRO FISHING BIB Sizes S-XXL including short & long.* Imported. XF2ZNB $398
38
| ORVIS.COM | 800-548-9548
T E C H N O L O G I C A L LY S U P E R I O R P E R F O R M A N C E
WATERPROOF WINDPROOF EVERYTHINGPROOF
With three layers of waterproof, stretchy-so-you-can-actually-move CORDURA fabric, our new, ultra-technical PRO Bibs and Fishing Jacket stands as the season’s must-have boat- and jetty-ready outfit for the type of folks not normally concerned with their outfit.
SEE THE ENTIRE PRO FISHING SYSTEM ONLINE AT ORVIS.COM/PRO-COLLECTION
Oxbow Brewing’s Tim Adams on the release while Capt. Ben Whalley scans for the next volunteer on a three-day Atlantic Coast marathon. Photo: Jay Riley 800-548-9548 | ORVIS.COM |
39
COME CONNECT—IN MORE WAYS THAN ONE A PLACE TO DO MORE THAN BREAK CLAYS Our three Orvis Shooting Grounds provide the ultimate sporting experience, in the field and beyond. Whether you’re a seasoned wingshooter or have never picked up a shotgun, our expert staff is delighted to introduce guests to sporting clays, upland, and waterfowl hunting, or Orvis’s unparalleled offering of private wingshooting instruction. The culmination of our love of the sporting life, our shooting grounds are more than just a wingshooter’s retreat, they’re an invitation to pause, reconnect, and enjoy. Join us in celebrating the fun, excitement, and camaraderie of the sporting life.
D I S C O V E R
T H E
D I F F E R E N C E
Paula Moore setting up the shot at Orvis Sandanona, Millbrook, NY.
ORVIS HILL COUNTRY BLUE RIDGE SUMMIT, PA 717-253-9665
ORVIS PURSELL FARMS SYLACAUGA, ALABAMA 855-799-2826
ORVIS SANDANONA MILLBROOK, NY 845-677-9701
SPORTING CLAYS • PRIVATE INSTRUCTION • GUNFITTING GUN SALES • WINGSHOOTING • FIELD HUNTING 40
S T A R T
P L A N N I N G
|
O R V I S . C O M / A D V E N T U R E S
ORVIS SHOOTING GROUNDS & WINGSHOOTING ADVENTURES WINGSHOOTING ADVENTURES
THE ULTIMATE FIELD TRIP Our passion for bird hunting has led us all over the world in search of the most outstanding experiences in the most exceptional locales. Whether it’s your first time in the field or you’re a seasoned hunter, start your next wingshooting adventure with us.
FIND YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE IN THE FIELD LODGES • OUTFITTERS • GUIDES HUNTING GROUNDS • SCHOOLS
START PLANNING AT ORVIS.COM/ WINGSHOOTING-ADVENTURES
PAULA MOORE
CHIEF SHOOTING INSTRUCTOR & NSCA LEVEL 3 INSTRUCTOR, ORVIS SANDANONA “ MY MESSAGE IS SIMPLE: THIS IS A SPORT, AND IT’S FUN! As an instructor, I tailor each lesson to the individual to meet their goals and skill level—you have to first learn a little about each person to understand what’s going to work best for them. While it’s exciting to see their success in the field, nothing means more to me to have someone leave a lesson saying, ‘This is cool!’”
LEARN MORE AND BOOK AT ORVIS.COM/SHOOTING-GROUNDS C A L L
A N
O R V I S
A D V E N T U R E S
Flying B Ranch Kamiah, Idaho E X P E R T
T O D AY
|
8 0 0 - 5 4 7 - 4 3 2 2
41
BEST OF THE BEST
These award-winning individuals and operations exemplify the remarkable network of outdoor leaders within the OrvisEndorsed family. Each recipient embodies a pioneering spirit, a commitment to excellence, and an enduring passion to share the beauty and awe of our natural world. We consider them our partners in sharing the adventure and wonder of the outdoors. They were chosen by you—the ultimate recommendation. With great pleasure, we present our 2023 Orvis-Endorsed Winners.
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD WINNER THOMAS E. BALTZ
FLY-FISHING GUIDE, AUTHOR & CONSERVATION LEADER A multi-award-winning guide, author, and conservationist, Thomas Baltz was a contributing instructor in one of the first US Fly-Fishing Schools (Letort Limited Fly-Fishing School) in the 1970s and has spent his career ensuring his love of the sport rubbed off on each of his students, as evidenced by their glowing reviews. Over the years, Tom has pioneered four patterns that were adopted and sold by Orvis (thank Tom the next time you tie on an ICSI Midge, Paranymph, Mudbugger, or Hatching Nymph). Tom has enjoyed a distinguished history of involvement with the Cumberland Valley Trout Unlimited chapter, serving as a board member, president, and active leader in conservation projects throughout the region. We are very excited to add the 2023 Orvis Lifetime Achievement Award to Thomas’ long list of accolades and accomplishments.
42
S T A R T
P L A N N I N G
|
O R V I S . C O M / A D V E N T U R E S
BEST OF THE BEST AWARDS 2023
WINGSHOOTING LODGE OF THE YEAR
WINGSHOOTING GUIDE OF THE YEAR
INTERNATIONAL DESTINATION OF THE YEAR
FLY-FISHING LODGE OF THE YEAR
FLY-FISHING GUIDE OF THE YEAR
FLY-FISHING OUTFITTER OF THE YEAR
FLINT OAK RANCH, KANSAS
NORTH FORK RANCH, COLORADO
JON HUBBLE, TEXAS
MATT MILES, VIRGINIA
BLUE HORIZON LODGE, BELIZE
LOPSTICK OUTFITTERS, NEW HAMPSHIRE
SEE ALL OUR EXCEPTIONAL ORVISENDORSED FINALISTS AT ORVIS.COM/ENDORSED-WINNERS
CONSERVATIONIST OF THE YEAR
JIMMY BRYAN, OWNER PRAIRIE WILDLIFE, MISSISSIPPI C A L L
A N
O R V I S
A D V E N T U R E S
E X P E R T
T O D AY
|
8 0 0 - 5 4 7 - 4 3 2 2
43
THE
IDEA FACTORY
Drive 45 minutes east from our Rod Shop in Manchester, Vermont and you'll now find a new, dedicated, beyond-state-of-the-art facility created through a partnership to build everything from our award-winning Mirage® and C.F.O.® reels to Orvis tools like pliers, nippers, and more. With an even greater capability to turn bulk aluminum barstock into exceptionally smooth, patented reels and functional gear, each piece of gear produced is designed, developed, machined, and anodized by true craftsmen and women here in America. Not only does a commitment this substantial contribute to the local economy and provide fantastic opportunities in a rural corner of our country, the partnership's allowed our team to let their minds conceptually wander and push innovations like our patented drag systems even further.
SEE INFO FOR MADE IN USA REELS ONLINE AT ORVIS.COM/USA-REELS 44
| ORVIS.COM | 800-548-9548
NEW COLORS
® starting at $598 Patented, sealed, maintenance-free disc drag system. Super-large arbor for increased retrieve rates. Machined in the USA from lightweight anodized aluminum barstock. Ergonomically designed handle. Left- to right-hand retrieve convertible. Fully radiused reel foot prevents kinked leaders. Low-profile counterweight won’t catch fingers or fly lines. MADE IN USA
NEW—blackout
® starting at $398 The same patented Mirage® drag system, now in a lighter platform. Mid-arbor. Ergonomically designed handle. Left- to right-hand retrieve convertible. Machined in the USA from lightweight anodized aluminum barstock. Fully radiused reel foot. Low-profile counterweight. Mirage LT I in carbon only. MADE IN USA
NEW—pewter
blackout
C.F.O. starting at $298
Our C.F.O. Reels revive reel designer Stan Bogdan’s 1971 click-and-pawl classic. Easy left- to right-hand retrieve conversation. Type III anodizing. Reel case included. Spool is not backwards compatible with previous C.F.O. reels. MADE IN USA
black 800-548-9548 | ORVIS.COM |
45
Putting the good times in summertime. Guide Bob Ciardelli discovers a rather large deposit of copper. Photo: Brian Grossenbacher
LARGE ARBOR STOPPING POWER, 4 COLOR OPTIONS AND PROOF THAT MORE IS ALWAYS GREATER THAN LESS.
Refinement and improvement are the hallmarks of quality. The new Orvis Hydros® Reel is the result of our own desire to make something great, that much better. We took a best-selling reel and further reduced the weight. We changed the drag knob to be more ergonomically accessible. We further refined the seal on the sealed carbon drag. We radiused the reel foot for kink-free leader protection. Powerful drag with zero start-up inertia. The Hydros is now a standard large arbor and yet still offers excellent retrieval rates and less line coiling. Imported.
black
46
| ORVIS.COM | 800-548-9548
matte olive
ice blue
silver
NEW
WITH TRUSTED PERFORMANCE AND CLASSIC DESIGN,
YOU EITHER ALREADY OWN A BATTENKILL OR SOON WILL.
BATTENKILL® CLICK
spool side
bronze
silver
NEW The proven, reliable, solid-aluminum workhorse in a classic click configuration, updated with better hand feel, a curved reel foot, and new understated colors. Battenkill Click I is 2.8" diameter for 1-3wt. rods, II is 3" for 3-5wt. and III is 3.25" for 5-7wt. Imported.
Size
Line wt.
Dia.
Reel Item #
Reel price
Dacron Backing
Battenkill Click I Battenkill Click II Battenkill Click III
1-3 3-5 5-7
2.8" 3" 3.25"
XF3FTH XF3FTT XF3FTX
$139 $149 $159
20-lb. & WF2F: 75 yds. 20-lb. & WF4F: 75 yds. 20-lb. & WF6F: 100 yds.
BATTENKILL® DISC
spool side
matte olive
NEW The proven, reliable, solid-aluminum classic complete with the Hydros sealed drag system, improved further with tighter tolerances, better hand feel on the drag knob, a curved reelfoot and new understated colors. Battenkill Disc II is a 3" diameter for 3-5wt rods, III is 3.25" for 5-7wt. and IV is 3.6" for 7-9wt. Imported.
black
copper
Size
Line wt.
Dia.
Reel Item #
Reel price
spool item #
Spool Price
Battenkill Disc II Battenkill Disc III
3-5 5-7
3" 3.25"
XF3FTJ $179 XF3FT3 $89 XF3FT1 $189 XF3FT4 $95
20-lb. & WF4: 75 yds. 20-lb. & WF6: 100 yds.
Battenkill Disc IV 7-9
3.6"
XF3FT2 $198 XF3FT5 $98
20-lb. & WF8: 200 yds.
Dacron® Backing
800-548-9548 | ORVIS.COM |
47
BORN IN VERMONT. Photo: Dave Fason
Rods starting at $598
MADE IN THE USA
48
| ORVIS.COM | 800-548-9548
The performance and price of our Recon® series is all about keeping that highway wanderlust alive and well.
Rods starting at $3,498
Here in Vermont, weʼre not just obsessed with all-things-fish. Above all, we make things—like the worldʼs finest fly rods and promises to our customers weʼve kept for more than 166 years and counting. Namely, that the finest gear comes from the most special places. And in our case, thatʼs right here in Manchester, VT USA.
BENT WORLDWIDE. MADE IN USA
Photo: Bryce Boyer
Photo: Jay Riley
Heirloom-caliber, hand-planed classics.
®
Modern tapers for increased accuracy with the buttersmooth action of fiberglass.
Rods starting at $549 Learn more about our Manchester, Vermont Rod Shop by scanning the code to watch the video.
800-548-9548 | ORVIS.COM |
49
GET TO KNOW ORVIS ADVENTURES Passionate, Experienced, and Dedicated. We are here to help you plan your adventure of a lifetime
CALL AN ORVIS ADVENTURES EXPERT TODAY AT 800-547-4322
“ The Orvis Adventures team lives for the outdoors! When we aren't at our desks, we are in the grouse
woods, tying flies, pouring over topographic maps, sharing stories, or dreaming of our next adventure. We love to share our passions with our customers, whether it comes in the way of schools, days in nature with an Orvis-Endorsed Partner, or the bucket-list trip of a lifetime. This year, let Orvis be your guide to adventure.
SCOTT MCENANEY
”
ORVIS ADVENTURES DIRECTOR
TRAVEL Captains of stoke and the ultimate hype squad, the Orvis Travel Team curates the adventures we didn’t even think to put on our bucket lists. Commission-free expert planners, there’s truly nothing they love more than dreaming up your next adventure with you. ENDORSED OPERATIONS Building partnerships with the best lodges, outfitters, and guides in the world is a tough job, but somebody’s gotta do it. Tackling this labor of love, our Endorsed Operations team painstakingly vets all our partners to ensure they meet our high standards. Their sacrifice is your reward. SERVICES The backbone of Orvis Adventures, our Services Team thinks of everything so you don’t have to. Aside from reading minds and granting wishes, these logistics whizzes develop trips and double-check all the details to ensure your journey is smooth sailing. 50
S T A R T
P L A N N I N G
|
O R V I S . C O M / A D V E N T U R E S
MEET THE TEAM
SETH BERGER
FLY-FISHING TRAVEL SPECIALIST
JODY FREDERICK OUTDOOR SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR
ANDREW JOHNSON GENERAL MANAGER, ORVIS SANDANONA
ABBIE MAHURIN ORVIS PRO PROGRAM MANAGER
C A L L
A N
MARY BRADLEY CASSADA GUEST SERVICES COORDINATOR
GEOFFRY GRANT
REID BRYANT
DAN DAVALA
TOM EVENSON
SENIOR MANAGER OF WINGSHOOTING SERVICES
FLY-FISHING TRAVEL SPECIALIST
ENDORSED PROGRAMS MANAGER
MAGGIE HOFFMANN
ADVENTURES MERCHANT
GUEST SERVICES MANAGER
BLAKE GARRETT
GENERAL MANAGER, ORVIS PURSELL FARMS
HUTCH HUTCHINSON
JEREMY KEHREIN
PETE KUTZER
KYLE LEARD
CHRIS MICHALSKI
TRAVEL SALES MANAGER
ANDREW PIERCE
ORVIS TRAVEL & ENDORSED OPERATIONS MANAGER
O R V I S
ENDORSED OPERATIONS MANAGER
MAX SAFFLE
FLY-FISHING TRAVEL SPECIALIST
A D V E N T U R E S
E X P E R T
ENDORSED OPERATIONS MANAGER
DYLAN SNELL
TRIP DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
T O D AY
|
FLY-FISHING TRAVEL SPECIALIST
SCHOOLS SPECIALIST
JEREMY MAYS
GENERAL MANAGER, ORVIS HILL COUNTRY
8 0 0 - 5 4 7 - 4 3 2 2
51
XF24—D1
SCAN. SHOP. EXPLORE.
HISTORIC ROUTE 7A MANCHESTER, VT 05254
PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID THE ORVIS COMPANY, INC.
THE ORVIS COMMITMENT Orvis proudly donates 5% of its pre-tax profits annually to preserving wildlife and habitat throughout the world. You can join the effort! To learn more about our matching programs, visit our website orvis.com/commitment *Free Standard Shipping is valid on orders of $50 or more after promotions and discounts are applied. Shipping applies to standard shipping to a single address in the United States only. Not valid on oversized or special-delivery items.
Call us anytime at 800-548-9548, visit us online at ORVIS.COM, or visit one of 70+ RETAIL STORES nearest you! Reserve Online, Pick Up In-Store or Curbside at orvis.com/ROPIS
NEW
S Y S T E M
BUILT TO WADE WHERE OTHERS WONʼT
See full details inside and at orvis.com