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About the Fly Fishing Film Tour

The face of fly-fishing is changing and AEG Media is the leader at bringing this new adventure to the big screen, by introducing the Fly Fishing Film Tour. Members of AEG Media: Chris Owens, Thad Robison, Justin Crump and Brian Jill, known as the “AEG Fish Bums”, founded the film tour in 2006. This annual event will be traveling to 125 U.S. venues this year. In 2009, AEG Media will take the film tour international to destinations including Europe and Japan.

As pioneers of the first annual fly-fishing exclusive film tour of its kind, we have successfully created a new market in the fly-fishing industry. With established nation-wide and international distribution channels in several countries, the word is out and will continue to spread.

The new generation fly fisher has been typically ignored in the past and we are changing that. Last year, the 2007 film tour screened to over 5,000 attendees. Several venues sold out with over 500 seat capacities, and pre-show lines that have been compared to block buster movie premiers, the film tour far exceeded any expectations.

AEG Media is launching the 2008 film tour this winter. With an aggressive marketing and advertising campaign we are increasing the number of venues and plan to boost the number of attendees to over 50,000.

What can people expect to see at the Fly Fishing Film Tour?
Films shot in extreme, exotic and distant locations; epic scenery, cutting edge music, and conservation pieces that are as entertaining to watch, as they are important; and of course gigantic fish on the end of a fly.

Our credo: “No stereotypical instructional programs.” PERIOD!

The films we select to take on tour focus on action, adventure, excitement, humor, and lifestyle. AEG Media is taking people on a journey to see what it takes to be truly committed to capturing fly fishing adventure on film.

If you fly fish you are going to be blown away, if you don’t fly fish you are going to be inspired.

For more information log onto our website at: www.flyfishingfilmtour.com

A Message from Our Partner 1% for the Planet

Dear Friends,

1% Percent for the Planet is nearing the end of a banner year. We’ve been adding on average more than one new member company a day since January and the rate doesn’t seem to be slowing down! As you know, to be successful over the long term, our member companies need the support of people like you. People committed to the idea of using their purchasing power to change the world. In part to introduce consumers to our members, and in part to help cover our operating costs, we’ve created our first on-line auction.

In it, you will find some priceless items like a signed guitar from Jack Johnson, a surf session with Yvon Chouinard and Chris Malloy, and a day fly fishing with legendary guide Craig Mathews. There’s a full ski weekend in Jackson Hole, a week long rafting trip in Mexico and ton of other items. They all reflect the wonderful diversity and commitment of our members.

Challenge yourself to see how much of your Holiday shopping you can accomplish within the 1% network and have a little fun with it by bidding in the auction.

Auction homepage

All the best,

Terry

A Message to AFFTA

AEG Media is going on a 70-city Fly Fishing Film Tour, (February through April), across the country promoting fly fishing, the industry and creating new interest within the sport. AEG is seeking help and support from AFFTA members in promoting the film tour. For more information and to join their mailing list visit www.aegmedia.com/newsletter.

AEG Media is an adventure media company based in Merlin, OR whose enterprise includes an annual film tour event and feature films. We believe in catch and release and are avid members of 1% for the Planet and AFFTA. Our mission is to revolutionize the world of fly-fishing one epic adventure at a time.

Visit our web site for more details www.aegmedia.com.

A Message to Conservation Groups

AEG Media is an adventure media company based in Merlin, OR whose enterprise includes an annual film tour event and feature films. We believe in catch and release and are avid members of 1% for the Planet and AFFTA. Our mission is to revolutionize the world of fly-fishing one epic adventure at a time.

Our annual Fly Fishing Film Tour (FFFT) is designed to entertain and educate fly fishermen young and old. We intend to revive and inspire the fly fishing industry through high-energy films with a message of conservation. Through this film tour event we are able to appeal to a hard-to-reach age group (18-26 year olds). This is a perfect opportunity for conservation groups to help educate a new generation of fly fisherman.

Our sponsors for this event include: Loop, Patagonia, Costa del Mar, Scientific Anglers, Brunton, Rising, Big Agnes, RO Drift Boats, Water Masters and Loon.

Conservation groups that are selected will be able to pass out literature, brochures and any educational materials. Participants will also receive two free tickets to attend the show.

The FFFT is not intended to be a fund raising event for any conservation group. Participants will not be able to ask for donations or sell any merchandise and no portion of ticket sales will be designated for the selected conservation groups. Being a conservation minded company, we are extending this opportunity at no cost and feel this is a great chance to help spread the message of conservation to all generations of fly-fishing.

This opportunity is on a first come, first serve basis, as space will be limited. To be involved please start by registering at www.aegmedia.com/newsletter to receive the venue and date schedule for the 2008 FFFT.

For more information or to become a participant, please contact Thad Robison at 541-743-1261.

Regards,

AEG Media