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Texas Fly Fishing & Brew Festival Returns to Mesquite

MESQUITE, Texas -- Looking forward to spring fishing? Who isn't? Fortunately for those of us still stuck in winter, the 5th annual Texas Fly Fishing & Brew Festival is headed to Mesquite on February 26-27, 2022.

Unique to the Texas Fly & Brew is a focus on microbrewery beer. With their paid admission, festival attendees 21 years and older receive tasting tickets to sample a variety of locally handcrafted brews. Breweries selected to participate in this year's event include Four Corners Brewing Co, Hop & Sting, and Tupps. All of the participating breweries will have personnel on hand to explain what sets microbrewed beer apart, why and how certain ingredients yield different flavors, and how to brew and taste different types of beer.

New to the 2022 Texas Fly & Brew is a series of advanced courses for experienced anglers. "We're well-known as a safe space for complete novices--those folks who have never picked up a fly rod in their lives," says Fly & Brew Director Beau Beasley. "Our event draws scores of children, and we have about six times the national average for women's participation, compared to other fishing events. This year, we're stepping up our game to draw experienced anglers, too, with unique, highly specialized courses taught by regional and national experts."

"Advanced Tactics for Fishing Tailwaters" with author and guide Pat Dorsey focuses on how to correctly fish below dams and in cold water rivers.

Full-time saltwater guide Captain Gary Dubiel, owner of Spec Fever Guide Service and a national pro-staffer for Temple Fork Outfitters, offers his unique "How to Locate and Land Monster Redfish ,"a class specifically designed for those who hope to land the redfish of a lifetime.

Interested in fly tying? Fiber Flies Dubbing owner Jim Bensinger will teach a "Beginner Fly Tying" class as well as a "How to Tie Wet Flies" class for intermediate to advanced fly tyers. No gear? No problem: All vises and materials will be provided by Norvise, which is sponsoring Bensinger's classes.

In cooperation with the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation's Take Me Fishing Program, professional guide Karlie Roland will offer a women-only "Becoming an Independent Angler" to help women hone their angling skills and meet their outdoor goals. Don't miss the "Breakfast Meet & Greet" with Karlie and other female anglers, which is open to the public but limited to the first 50 women who sign up online.

The Texas Fly & Brew has partnered with Chris Johnson, owner of Living Waters Fly Shop, to offer a variety of classes specific to the Lone Star State.

HERE ARE A FEW COURSES AVAILABLE TO ALL GENERAL ADMISSION ATTENDEES:

"A Man, a Fly Rod & a Kayak," taught by experienced fly fishing guide Jerry Hamon, owner of River Crossing Fly Fishing Guide Service, is for all who hope to fish safely from a kayak. Don't have a kayak yet but looking for pointers on what to buy? Hamon will cover kayak purchasing as well.

At the "Women's Panel: Ask an Expert" class, Dana Williams, former president of Texas Women Fly Fishers, will answer questions from the audience. Cybil Jones of Dagon Apparel Company will discuss how the right clothing will keep you on the water longer and make your fishing experience more enjoyable. Other guest speakers may participate.

New Mexico-based Ron Kless, competitive angler and a Hardy pro-staffer, will be presenting "Euro Nymphing: The Do's & Don'ts."

Looking for just the right kayak? Check out regional pro-staffers from Dallas-based Mariner-Sails.

"This is our 5th annual Texas Fly Fishing & Brew Festival, but actually anglers and vendors come from across the entire country," says Beasley. "Mesquite has done all it can to make us feel welcome and we look forward to partnering with them again. The spacious Mesquite Convention Center provides more room for vendors and sponsors and even allows specialty food trucks. A wide variety of specialty fly tyers will also be participating."

The Texas Fly Fishing & Brew Festival was honored to receive several first-place awards in various categories from the 2022 meeting of the Texas Festival & Events Association.

"Our strong showing is thanks in large part to support from Mesquite, our amazing event team, and our excellent social media manager, Cece Liekar of The League Lady," says Beasley. "I accepted the awards on behalf of the Texas Fly & Brew team, but it was definitely a group labor of love to hold the first in-person fly-fishing event in the country since the pandemic. We had a very strong turnout in February 2021, and we expect to set a new record for vendors and attendance in 2022."

Major sponsors of the 5th Annual Texas Fly & Brew include the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation, Gangler's North Seal River Lodge, City of Mesquite, Temple Fork Outfitters, Trout Unlimited, Norvise and Fly Tyer.

For more information, visit https://txflyfishingfestival.org/ or call 703-402-8338.

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Texas Fly Fishing & Brew Festival Awarded THE BEST IN TEXAS

MESQUITE, Texas -- The Texas Fly Fishing & Brew Festival received gold and silver awards as "The Best In Texas" at the 27th Annual Texas Festivals & Events Association Conference and Trade Show. The 2021 Kaliff Insurance "The Best In Texas" Awards ceremony was held on November 13 and hosted by the City of San Antonio. The entries submitted were for TFEA member events held between April 1, 2020 and September 20, 2021; and the marketing competition includes a total of 69 categories.

"While I was honored to receive the five awards on behalf of the festival, they represent a team effort. Our sponsors, vendors, staff and volunteers truly make the event possible," stated Beau Beasley, Executive Director of the Texas Fly Fishing & Brew Festival. "I'm especially thankful to the City of Mesquite as our host and partner with an extraordinary venue; and to Cece Liekar of The League Lady for the creative marketing and social media. It's gratifying to know our fly fishing festival that began only a few years ago, has become so popular that it draws fly anglers from as far away as Kentucky. The 5th annual festival is coming up February 26-27, 2022 and includes an outstanding list of speakers and classes for fly anglers to experience."

The 2021 Kaliff Insurance "The Best In Texas" Awards Ceremony announced the following for the 4th Annual Texas Fly Fishing & Brew Festival in the category of events with a budget under $75k:

1 - Gold 1st Place Best Social Media Site

2 - Gold 1st Place Best T-Shirt Design

3 - Gold 1st Place Best Event Program

4 - Silver 2nd Place Single Digital Social Ad

5 - Bronze 3rd Place Misc Merchandise - Face Mask

This year the Texas Festivals & Events Association welcomed many new members from across the Lone Star State; and it was wonderful to meet them in person at the 27th Annual Conference. The Kaliff Insurance The Best In Texas competition received hundreds of entries representing festivals of all sizes. Congratulations to Beau Beasley with the Texas Fly Fishing & Brew Festival on his outstanding marketing accomplishments," states Kay Wolf, Executive Director of TFEA.

The Kaliff Insurance The Best In Texas Marketing Awards recognizes and encourages excellence in festival promotional campaigns. The Texas Festivals & Events Association is a professional trade association for festival and event planners, volunteers, and suppliers. The TFEA is official affiliated with the International Festivals & Events Association, the premier professional association supporting festivals and event leaders worldwide.

About Texas Fly Fishing & Brew Festival

The Texas Fly Fishing & Brew Festival is an annual event hosted by Rain Shadow Fly Fishing Promotions, LLC and held inside the Mesquite Convention Center in Mesquite, Texas. The Festival is a unique celebration of Lone Star State fly angling and suitable for all ages. Attendees can learn from various fly fishing authors and experts and meet representatives from some of the best manufacturers around the world in the fly fishing industry. Local and regional fly fishing guides, destination lodge owners, kayakers, fly tyers, world-class outdoor photographers, and fly shops participate along with Texas' best microbreweries. The Texas Fly Fishing & Brew Festival was first held in 2017 and scheduled for the 5th annual event the weekend of February 26-27, 2022.

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Pennsylvania Becomes Home to Brand New ‘COVID-Friendly’ Physical and Spiritual Adventure

BOILING SPRINGS, Pa. -- Co-owners Cody Meassick and Chris Paradysz present the opening of Adventure Explorations, a multi-disciplined, concierge adventure company using top-notch gear and guides to create custom experiences. With discovery at its heart, adventure creates extraordinary moments of clarity, truth and connection, making Adventure Explorations a safe, timely answer to the increasingly disconnected, fractured age of COVID-19. The experience is launching July 8 in Boiling Springs, Pa.

Adventure Explorations includes rock climbing, kayaking, canoeing, fly and spinner-fishing, Italian cycling, hiking, touring and team-building exercises. The adventures are all-inclusive, including gear, guides, gourmet meals, drinks and safety equipment. Adventures range between $125 and $400 per person for a four- or eight-hour experience.

"Both Chris and I felt so strongly that we were in a moment that people needed to reconnect with their own truths and their own needs," said Cody Meassick, who also serves as the company's lead guide. "We believe that nature and exploration can provide that unlike anything else."

Adventures are guided privately and conducted in groups of six or less. With comprehensive COVID-19 guidelines in place, Adventure Explorations uses a combination of both masks and social distancing to ensure maximum safety of both clients and company partners. Soon they'll have a limited line of products, including masks, available for sale on the AE website and sold directly.

Because Adventure Exploration's service is concierge-level and specialized, they create customized adventures and accommodations for participants wishing to create their own day of fun and relaxation. Others may wish to dig in deeper to develop grit and get some exercise, while still others will use the opportunity to learn about new hobbies and possibilities. For those looking for solitude and reflection without the physical activity, the company also offers a meditative experience. Accommodations are available for individuals with physical limitations and those who lack athletic experience.

"Adventure Explorations creates adventures for everyone, no exceptions," said Chris Paradysz. "We are a fully inclusive company and believe that each person has their own needs and desires: we are simply the bridge and connection between this and possibility."

Those interested in learning about an adventure or to sign up for newsletter updates may visit https://www.adventureexplorations.com/ for more information.

Bookings can be made at (240)394-0442 or by emailing cody@adventureexplorations.com.

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