# FRESHWATER BUZZ: WHAT'S HAPPENING IN FLY FISHING RIGHT NOW
Hey there, fellow fly flingers! If you're like me, you're itching to get out on the water this May. Here's what's buzzing in the fly fishing world this week:
Just three days ago, Fort McCoy in Wisconsin got their waters stocked with over 15,000 rainbow trout, courtesy of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. They dropped these beauties into several lakes including Suukjak Sep, Sandy, Stillwell, and Big Sandy, plus a couple of ponds. Perfect timing too, as the fishing season there kicked off on May 3rd. Word has it that the Genoa National Fish Hatchery, which has been around since 1932, threw in some bigger fish for good measure. Imagine hooking into one of those monsters! Local fisheries folks have actually found previously stocked rainbows growing to over 20 inches long in these waters. Not too shabby for a put-and-take fishery.[3]
For gear junkies, the 2025 lineup of fly fishing equipment is looking mighty impressive. The new gear guides are hitting the shelves, and industry insiders are already buzzing about this year's standout products. If you want to geek out over the latest rods, reels, and flies, you might want to grab a copy of Fly Fisherman's Gear Guide 2025. Their award winners were announced back in November, and word is these field-tested reviews are worth checking out if you're thinking about upgrading your kit this season.[1][2]
Team USA is gearing up for the 2025 World Fly Fishing Championships happening this month. Just yesterday, footage was released showing Devin Olsen's preparations for the big event. Olsen and the rest of Fly Fishing Team USA will be representing our stars and stripes on the international stage. For competition junkies, this is definitely something to keep an eye on.[4]
And if you're looking for some fishing inspiration, the 19th annual Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is currently making its rounds across the country. Today, May 10th, they're showing at The State Theater in Modesto, California. The tour features the best fly fishing films and is hitting more than 14 countries with over 300 shows this year. If you're near San Antonio, you just missed them on the 8th, but Sioux Falls has a showing coming up on May 13th at Shenanigans Sports Bar and Grill. Nothing gets you pumped to hit the water like watching some epic fishing footage with fellow anglers.[5]
That's the scoop for now. Tight lines, and may your drifts be drag-free!
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