Big fish and big shifts in public land policy. A war surgeon finds peace on the water, a 58-pound carp smashes records, and steelhead rules are getting a long-overdue refresh. And Howler Bros just dropped the most Land Cruiser collab ever.

1. Former War Surgeon Finds Solace in Wild Trout Fishing
A former surgeon who worked in war zones turns to trout fishing in New Zealand for peace, healing, and connection with nature.
🔗 Read on RNZ

2. Roadless Rule Ping-Pong
The ongoing policy battle over protections for 58 million acres of U.S. roadless public lands highlights a back-and-forth struggle between conservation and resource extraction.
🔗 Read on The Wildlife News

3. Greg Kinnear’s Off-the-Grid Book Recommendations
Actor Greg Kinnear shares a rugged reading list that pairs well with fly fishing and escaping modern life in style.
🔗 Read on Cultured Magazine

4. “We’re Exposed to Wonder All the Time” – A Waterside Chat with Steve Duda
Patagonia’s Steve Duda talks conservation, storytelling, and the transformative magic of time spent near water.
🔗 Read on ConserveFish

5. Record-Breaking 58-Pound Carp Caught in Connecticut
A new state record has been set for the largest freshwater fish in Connecticut history, a massive 58-pound carp.
🔗 Read on On the Water

6. WDFW Begins Process to Update Coastal Steelhead Rules
Washington is set to update its coastal steelhead fishing rules, a crucial step toward long-term recovery and sustainability.
🔗 Read on NW Sportsman

7. Trump Admin Removes Logging Protections from 58 Million Acres of National Forest
A controversial move reverses protections on vast roadless forest areas, sparking strong reactions from conservationists.
🔗 Read on GearJunkie

8. A Guide to the Fly Fishing Scene in Canada
A look at the thriving fly fishing community in Canada—its guides, landscapes, and cultural momentum.
🔗 Read on The Globe and Mail

9. Howler Brothers and Toyota Team Up for a Retro-Inspired Collab
The gear brand partners with Toyota’s Land Cruiser heritage to drop a limited-edition collection rooted in outdoor nostalgia.
🔗 Read on News-Journal

Until next week, stay hooked up.