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The 2009 Fly Fishing Film Tour hits big screens again this winter

2008-12-18T10:35:00.000-08:00

Increased venues and new films sure to make splash across the country

Portland, OR. , December 18th, 2008 - AEG Media announces the Fly Fishing Film Tour will travel the country and screen in over 70 cities in 2009 with an all new lineup of films.

Last year the Fly Fishing Film Tour traveled to over 45 movie theaters across the country highlighting some of the best fly fishing films from independent film makers such as Felt Soul Media, Beattie Outdoor Productions, Roll Cast Productions, Castaway Films, World Anglers, AEG Media and more.

The show is a collection of highlights and short films that will take audiences on a hard core hour and a half journey of pure fly fishing adventure. The Tour is one of the most exciting fly fishing events of the year. This year's show will feature a whole new lineup of films

"Our goal is to entertain, inspire, generate new interest in fly fishing, and to help local and national conservation organizations share their message." Says tour manager Thad Robison.

With over 70 cities on the schedule this year and more being added every day, an increased number of people will have the opportunity to catch the show on the big screen. AEG Media will kick off the tour on February 2nd in Ventura CA. New to the tour this year AEG media has made the tour available as a licensed event. Conservation organizations or local host can market the event to raise fund raising dollars for their local conservation efforts. AEG is hoping to help raise over $50,000 for local conservation organizations through the licensed film tour program.

To find out more about the Fly Fishing Film Tour, buy tickets and to see the city schedule for the 2009 Fly Fishing Film Tour visit www.aegmedia.com

The Fly Fishing Film Tour is made possible by the support of these great companies committed to energizing the industry, Loop Fly Tackle, Patagonia, Costa Del Mar, Scientific Anglers, Field & Stream, Brunton, Gerber, Frontiers, Korkers, Hog Island, Rising, Loon, Big Sky Inflatables, Montana Fly, Propel Bio Fuels, Evinrude

Press Contact:
Thad Robison
541 - 743 - 1261
thad@aegmedia.com

AEG Media (Angling Exploration Group LLC), a privately owned company based in Portland, Oregon, is a leader in fly fishing entertainment and events. With three feature films and the largest grass roots entertainment event in fishing (the Fly Fishing Film Tour) to its credit, AEG Media is committed to energizing the industry while promoting conservation and the protection of our natural resources. AEG Media is a member of 1% For the Planet.

Frontiers to Partner with AEG Media on the Fly Fishing Film Tour and online community

2008-12-04T06:40:00.000-08:00

Portland, OR - December 3rd, 2008. AEG Media (Angling Exploration Group LLC) and Frontiers announced today a multi-year partnership built around the largest grass roots entertainment event in fishing, The Fly Fishing Film Tour, and AEG's growing online fly fishing community. Frontiers, leaders in specialized international travel, will be a sponsor of the Fly Fishing Film Tour and will become the official travel partner for AEG Media films and its online fly fishing community.

Consumers who attend the Fly Fishing Film Tour will be able to book travel through Frontiers and receive special AEG Media incentives. Members of AEG Media's online community will also be able to take advantage of these incentives. In addition, Frontiers will assist AEG Media teams with expedition planning and logistics on future film productions.

The partnership will begin in 2009 and will continue to evolve over the coming years with a focus on providing the absolute best adventure entertainment and travel to fishing and outdoor enthusiasts everywhere.

AEG Media (Angling Exploration Group LLC), a privately owned company based in Portland, Oregon, is a leader in fly fishing entertainment and events. With three feature films and the largest grass roots entertainment event in fishing (the Fly Fishing Film Tour) to its credit, AEG Media is committed to energizing the industry while promoting conservation and the protection of our natural resources.

Every Cast gets us Closer to a Cure

2008-07-21T15:31:00.000-07:00

AEG Media is teaming up with Nike employee Bill Farnum in his quest to find a cure for his 3-year-old daughter.

As a Nike employee since 1996, Bill Farnum of the U.S. Apparel organization has had a series of challenging jobs. When his toughest role came in his personal life, he did what Nike employees do. He took action.

In December, Ella, Bill’s daughter, was diagnosed with an incurable disorder called Rett Syndrome.

Rett Syndrome is a debilitating neurological disorder that affects almost exclusively girls. The disorder occurs in 1 in every 15,000 girls and is completely random. The girls develop normally until 18-24 months of age and then begin to lose their speech and motor skills. Most lose hand functionality and many develop seizures, scoliosis, and can lose the ability to walk. One prominent doctor states, “We all are familiar with neurological diseases; I'm sure everyone has seen some one with epilepsy, or Parkinson's disease, bipolar disorder or cerebral palsy. But when you see symptoms of all these diseases in one individual, as in Rett, you are struck by this.”

Bill’s third fundraiser of 2008 for the IRSF (International Rett Syndrome Foundation) will take place August 8-10th in the snow capped Rocky Mountains of Colorado. With the help of the Rocky Mountain Angling Club, Sage fly rods and the High Country Club, 8 two-person teams will be putting their fly fishing skills to the test in a catch and release competition. They’ll be fishing private waters along the Fraser River in Winter Park and the Yampa River in Steamboat Springs.

Entry fee is $600 per person ($1,200/team). Entry fee includes 2 days access to great private water fishing on properties of the Rocky Mtn. Angling Club, 3 nights lodging at a beautiful 10,000 sq ft. house in Steamboat Springs courtesy High Country Club, and all the food and drink you can handle. There will also be a live auction Saturday night for some great prizes including a Sage Z axis rod and 2550 reel.

If you are interested, please contact Bill Farnum at bbfarnum@mac.com. Space is limited to the first 16 people. There will be a $100 deposit to hold your spot.

100% of the proceeds will go to the International Rett Syndrome Foundation.

AEG Media stands behind Bill and his family and will work with him to help find a cure for Ella and many like her.

Learn more about Ella and the Farnums fundraising efforts at http://www.believe-in-me.org

Learn more about Rett Syndrome. http://www.rettsyndrome.org

Hog Island Enters a Three-Year Commitment with AEG Media as their Equipment Sponsor

2008-06-04T14:45:00.000-07:00

Portland, OR (June 4, 2008)—Over the next three years Hog Island has committed to be the Equipment Sponsor for AEG Media in both the film production series and the Fly Fishing Film Tour.

Hog Island Boat Works manufactures the World’s only roto-molded drift boat. Their drift boat hulls are molded as one seamless piece with a plug and play platform for accessories for fishing and multi-days. This is the World’s largest manufactured skin-foam-skin part. This cutting-edge manufacturing process took Hog Island nearly three years to perfect and the result is an awesome unsinkable drift boat that absorbs impacts quietly, and handles true on the water. “I came up with the concept after banging around in other drift boats, and scaring off fish in the process,” says company president John St. John.

Due to Hog Island’s wide bottom design, soft chine and smooth nature of plastic, their boats are stable in cross currents, and don’t swim at anchor. This is a four-wheel drive sports car in the river that is comfortable running extremely low technical water, bouncing through big waves, and sailing over drops.

AEG is dedicated to using Hog Island’s gear, over the next three years, in all film productions as well as promoting their product line on the film tour.

AEG Media is an adventure media company based in Merlin, OR whose enterprise includes an annual film tour event and feature films. They believe in catch and release and are avid members of 1% For The Planet, AFFTA, Trout Unlimited and Federation of Fly Fishers. Their mission is to revolutionize the world of fly-fishing one epic adventure at a time.

www.hogislandboatworks.com

Army of Fish Bums – A Message from Soldiers in Iraq

2008-03-05T10:20:00.000-08:00

From: MAJ Chip Giles

I received the box of t-shirts and videos you sent over. Hooah! Man, that fishing trip in Patagonia was great! I only wish I could make the same trip. I actually enjoyed the deleted footage as much as the regular movie.

I am looking forward to watching the Kiwi Camo video next.

The photo attached is me, (handsome devil on the left), and LTC Paul Huszar. He was my boss earlier in the deployment. We have spent a good bit of time B.S.ing about fly fishing as a momentary diversion to the days. LTC Huszar is the Operations Officer in the 20th Engineer Brigade (Airborne). I am the Construction Operations Officer in the 1203D Engineer Battalion. We are part of a group of Great Americans that are building things all across a good portion of Iraq and making good things happen.

I am seeking out the other trout bums here who will enjoy the swag. I will make sure the videos and t-shirts get in the right hands.

We appreciate your kindness and generosity. I hope you will pass this on to all who are involved in your projects.

Best of luck,

MAJ Chip Giles

From: LTC Paul Huszar, P.E.

Thanks so much for thinking of us!!! I am truly looking forward to the videos – exactly what the doctor ordered. I’m on month 8 of 15 months deployed in Iraq (second tour, also) running 16 hour days with a half day off on Sundays and can’t wait to make some time to watch the videos.

I’m an avid angler after my father-in-law made a rod for me nearly ten years ago, taught myself through great pain and suffering the first several months, then hit Yellowstone in route to a temporary duty station driving across country. Hired a guide and life has not been the same since. My father-in-law and I have now become great fishing buddies and every summer since then (when I’m not deployed) we take a family vacation to a fly-fishing destination.

We hit Vermont and the Battenkill this past summer before I deployed and have done Yellowstone, hiked into Yosemite, northern California near Tahoe, northern New Mexico, North Carolina mountains, and a few others – a true passion and great stress relief from Army life in the middle of a crystal clear stream. Only my wife and kids can excite me as much as a good rise on a dry fly!

Thanks again, truly! I certainly appreciate the gesture of support.

Most sincerely,

LTC Paul Huszar, P.E.

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, AFFTA, Trout Unlimited and Federation of Fly Fishers. Our mission is to revolutionize the world of fly-fishing one epic adventure at a time.

Thule Commits with AEG Media as an Equipment Sponsor

2008-02-04T11:40:00.001-08:00

(Merlin, Ore., Feb. 04, 2008)—Thule has committed to be an Equipment Sponsor for AEG Media for this year’s Fly Fishing Film Tour.

Founding member Ake Skeppner’s initial success was found in the small but growing sport of windsurfing where a strong, reliable roof rack was an indispensable piece of equipment. This was quickly followed by success in the ski business where Thule’s Swedish heritage certainly helped the product gain rapid acceptance.

From this decision grew the strategy to design and manufacture products in the USA for the US market. Since this time, the company has grown rapidly through product innovation, a commitment to quality and the continuance of a strong entrepreneurial spirit. Into the year 2000 and beyond, Thule continues to evolve their products to meet the need of users.

AEG is glad to have Thule as an equipment sponsor for the Fly Fishing Film Tour.

AEG Media is an adventure media company based in Merlin, OR whose enterprise includes an annual film tour event and feature films. They believe in catch and release and are avid members of 1% For The Planet, AFFTA, Trout Unlimited and Federation of Fly Fishers. Their mission is to revolutionize the world of fly-fishing one epic adventure at a time.

www.thuleracks.com

The Fin Commits with AEG Media as an Event Sponsor

2008-02-01T13:22:00.001-08:00

(Merlin, Ore., Feb. 01, 2008)—The Fin has committed to be an Event Sponsor for AEG Media for the New York City Fly Fishing Film Tour show.

Jason is the founder of Puris Entertainment; a New York based independent production company. He is the Executive Producer of the ESPN series Guide House that was the first of its kind for the outdoors world. Guide House is a reality series featuring 5 fishing guides and their high profile clients. He has worked with several video and community based Internet startups, recently consulting for the travel video site Turnhere.com. He brings extensive skills in video production, Internet development and, of course, fishing.

AEG is glad to have The Fin as an event sponsor for the New York City show.

AEG Media is an adventure media company based in Merlin, OR whose enterprise includes an annual film tour event and feature films. They believe in catch and release and are avid members of 1% For The Planet, AFFTA, Trout Unlimited and Federation of Fly Fishers. Their mission is to revolutionize the world of fly-fishing one epic adventure at a time.

www.thefin.com

AEG MEDIA ENTERS THE FIGHT TO SAVE BRISTOL BAY

2008-01-23T11:49:00.001-08:00

(Merlin, Ore., Jan. 23, 2008) Northern Dynasty of Canada partnered with Anglo-American of London plan to build North America’s largest open-pit gold and copper mine in the Bristol Bay area of Alaska. AEG Media, The Angling Exploration Group, a media production company specializing in adventure fly-fishing entertainment, works against the two large foreign mining companies to educate the masses and stop the destruction before it begins.

Trout Unlimited, Federation of Fly Fishers and Sportsman’s Alliance for Alaska have been the leaders in the conservation effort to save the world’s most productive salmon and trout waters. AEG Media is proud to support that effort by providing unrestricted education and Bristol Bay specific merchandise sales through their third annual film tour.

AEG Media’s Fly Fishing Film Tour will be showing Felt Soul Media’s “Red Gold”, Castaway Films “Equilibrium” and Fly On The Wall Travel’s “River Poets”; both films are documentaries about the Bristol Bay mining threat and their dedication to its conservation. Bristol Bay merchandise will also be available for purchase at the shows. Proceeds from the sale of Bristol Bay gear will be donated to the intense efforts to save Bristol Bay. There will also be conservation group representatives present at the shows with information on the mining threat and how you can help.

The 2008 Fly Fishing Film Tour is presented by Loop Fly Tackle and Adventures. Official and Major sponsors include Patagonia, Costa Del Mar, Scientific Anglers, Volvo, Brunton, Gerber, RO Drift Boats, Rising, Loon, The Drake, Vosseler and Big Sky Inflatables.

The tour showcases some of fly-fishing’s most innovative filmmakers. This year’s tour will include highlights of films from eight independent filmmakers including AEG Medias highly anticipated upcoming release “Fish Bum I: Mongolia – River Wolf”, “Castaway Films – Equilibrium”, “Double Haul Productions – Reel Time”, “Fly On The Wall Travels – River Poets”, “Roll Cast Productions – Fishizzle”, “Beaver Hill Productions – 4 Seasons of Steelhead”, “Beattie Outdoor Productions – Slovenia” and “Felt Soul Media - Red Gold”.

If you would like more information about AEG Media or the film tour schedule and show times, visit www.aegmedia.com.

About AEG Media
AEG Media is an adventure media company based in Merlin, Ore., whose enterprise includes the annual film tour event and feature film productions. They are participating members of 1% For The Planet, AFFTA, Trout Unlimited and Federation of Fly Fishers. Established in 2005, AEG continues to spread the word about who they are and what they’re doing, by pushing the limits of fly-fishing to attract and inspire generations to come.

FILM TRAILERS

FISH BUMS HOST A FREE SHOW FOR WOUNDED AND DISABLED MILITARY VETERANS

2008-01-15T12:07:00.001-08:00

(Merlin, Ore., Jan. 15, 2008) AEG Media, The Angling Exploration Group, a media production company specializing in adventure fly-fishing entertainment, will support military troops by hosting a free show at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C., March 11th.

Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, Inc. will present the show along with Loop Fly Tackle & Adventures. Project Healing Waters is an organization dedicated to wounded, injured or disabled military personnel. The Project’s program provides basic fly-fishing, fly-casting and fly-tying classes and clinics for both beginner and advanced fly fisher at no cost to the participant.

The Project relies on aide from conservation groups such as Federation of Fly Fishers and Trout Unlimited as well as volunteer staff. Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, Inc. strives to serve the members of the armed forces who have made great sacrifices in serving their nation.

AEG’s Fly Fishing Film Tour is now in it’s third year. The films AEG Media produce are high-energy, adrenaline rushing expedition documentaries mixed with stunning cinematography, crazy mishaps and encounters and cutting edge music. AEG Media’s mission is to revolutionize the world of fly-fishing, one epic adventure at a time. Film locations are chosen with the intent to share a glimpse into unique destinations around the globe and to create a fishing experience for generations to come. Past filming locations include Patagonia, New Zealand and Iceland. Current productions include Mongolia, Argentina, Bahamas and Christmas Island.

The AEG crew is comprised of four partners: Chris Owens, Thad Robison, Justin Crump and Brian Jill, known as the “AEG Fish Bums.” Their unique look into the fly-fishing industry is generating enthusiastic responses and mild controversy. The film tour consists of not only AEG’s films but also films submitted from other independent filmmakers selected by AEG that impact, entertain and educate the world of fly-fishing while at the same time generating enthusiasm and interest from the “new” generation of fly fishers.

The 2008 Fly Fishing Film Tour is presented by Loop Fly Tackle and Adventures. Official and Major sponsors include Patagonia, Costa Del Mar, Scientific Anglers, Volvo, Brunton, Gerber, RO Drift Boats, Rising, Loon, The Drake and Big Sky Inflatables.

The tour showcases some of fly-fishing’s most innovative filmmakers. This year’s tour will include highlights of films from eight independent filmmakers including AEG Medias highly anticipated upcoming release “Fish Bum I: Mongolia – River Wolf”, “Castaway Films – Equilibrium”, “Double Haul Productions – Reel Time”, “Fly On The Wall Travels – River Poets”, “Roll Cast Productions – Fishizzle”, “Beaver Hill Productions – 4 Seasons of Steelhead”, “Beattie Outdoor Productions – Slovenia” and “Felt Soul Media - Red Gold”.

If you would like more information about AEG Media or the film tour schedule and show times, visit www.aegmedia.com.

About AEG Media
AEG Media is an adventure media company based in Merlin, Ore., whose enterprise includes the annual film tour event and feature film productions. They are participating members of 1% For The Planet, AFFTA, Trout Unlimited and Federation of Fly Fishers. Established in 2005, AEG continues to spread the word about who they are and what they’re doing, by pushing the limits of fly-fishing to attract and inspire generations to come.

Volvo is a sponsor for the 2008 Film Tour

2008-01-11T15:15:00.000-08:00

Portland, OR (January 04, 2008)— The crew from AEG will be driving a new 2008 XC90 as they make their journey across the U.S.

According to Gustaf Larson and Assar Gabrielsson, Volvo’s founders, “Cars are driven by people. The guiding principle behind everything we make at Volvo, therefore, is – and must remain – safety.” These days other things drive them, too; a desire to build cars that are less damaging to the environment; cars that make excitement the rule, rather than the exception; and above all, a commitment to delivering premium quality and innovative design; for their drivers, for their passengers, for everyone, for life.

AEG is excited to be teaming up with Volvo, their high quality vehicle will get the crew to each scheduled film tour destination and will be show cased outside the city venues.

AEG Media is an adventure media company based in Merlin, OR whose enterprise includes an annual film tour event and feature films. They believe in catch and release and are avid members of 1% For The Planet, AFFTA, Trout Unlimited and Federation of Fly Fishers. Their mission is to revolutionize the world of fly-fishing one epic adventure at a time.

www.volvocars.us

AEG and Bass Pro Shops team up for the 2008 Fly Fishing Film Tour

2008-01-03T14:57:00.001-08:00

Portland, OR (January 03, 2008)—Bass Pro Shops will be helping to promote and co-host the 2008 Fly Fishing Film Tour within 25 locations.

With their headquartered in Springfield, Missouri, Bass Pro Shops have been the worlds leading supplier of premium outdoor gear. They currently have 48 retail locations in 24 states and Canada, with an international catalog and internet retailer. In addition, Bass Pro Shops also provide products and services for thousands of independent dealers worldwide through its subsidiary company, American Rod & Gun.

AEG is dedicated to teaming up with Bass Pro Shops, as well as promoting their product line on the film tour.

AEG Media is an adventure media company based in Merlin, OR whose enterprise includes an annual film tour event and feature films. They believe in catch and release and are avid members of 1% For The Planet, AFFTA, Trout Unlimited and Federation of Fly Fishers. Their mission is to revolutionize the world of fly-fishing one epic adventure at a time.

www.basspro.com

Fly Fishing Film Tour Schedule and Online Tickets

2007-12-18T14:20:00.001-08:00

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. Online ticket sales begin January 1st 2008. Click here for theaters near you.

The best way to keep up to date on any film tour happenings is by signing up for our newsletter “Waist Deep”. All registered individuals are automatically eligible for our January Play and Win Contest, where we will be giving away prizes every day leading up to the tour launch at the end of the month. Every day on our Fly Fishing Film Tour blog, we will announce a prize and draw a name from our newsletter list. The cool thing is you can get more than one chance to win by referring other people to sign up for the newsletter as well. For example, if you get five friends to register, then you will get five more chances to win. Once you are signed in, click on the “My Postcards” tab and start adding contacts.

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, AFFTA, Trout Unlimited and Federation of Fly Fishers. Our mission is to revolutionize the world of fly-fishing one epic adventure at a time.

Future AEG Media Film Projects

2007-12-17T09:09:00.001-08:00

Winter, Spring, and Fall 2008
Fish Bum2: The Journey

In early 2008, AEG is hitting the road once again, this time searching for the legendary northwest steelhead. Armed with three HD cameras, a biodeisel suburban, and a silver house on wheels, the crew will spend four months in the field, floating hiking, and exploring some of the best steelhead streams in the world. AEG has selected exciting destinations in Alaska, British Columbia, Washington and Oregon to film their next journey.

The AEG crew will work side by side with the Wild Steelhead Coalition to expose the over harvest, habitat degradation, poor hatchery practices, construction of impassable barriers to migration, and misguided management strategies. All have contributed significantly to the decline, and in some cases extinction, of wild fish runs.

As the filming gets under way, AEG will be posting a series of blog updates and pod casts documenting their journey in hopes to keep viewers up to date as the film is shot.

View Blog – Listen to pod casts – view photos

Spring 2008
Fish Bum – Mayaguana

On the southeastern edge of the Bahamas archipelago lays an island whose inhabitants’ number only 300. This spring, AEG will take on a new and exciting challenge, exploring the beaches of Mayaguana Island for bonefish. The crew has been assigned to explore the miles of sandy flats and see if the rumors of large and unsuspecting bonefish are true. Mayaguana is an undeveloped and unexplored fishery and the team is excited about the possibilities. This is the first in a series of salt water destinations AEG will be fishing over the next few years, hopes are to bring a new view into the world of salt water fly fishing. The release date for the film is not currently set but we expect the finished product will be available in the fall of 2008.

Winter 2008/2009
Christmas on Christmas

Directly south of the Hawaiian Islands, sitting just 119 above the equator sits a fly-fishing paradise of epic proportions. Bonefish have made Christmas Island a favorite among traveling anglers for years but there is much more to the world’s largest coral atoll. Beginning in December of 2008, the AEG Media crew plans to spend six weeks hunting the flats of Christmas Island with the sole mission of going to battle with the world’s largest Giant Trevally. Stay tuned!

PREVIOUS FILMS

Trout Bum Diaries: Volume 1 Patagonia 2006 release – 1hour 39 minutes

This was the film that started it all! Join 4 fishing buddies as they travel down the spine of the Andes in search of untouched trout populations and experience their trip through the ups and downs of their adventure. TBD1 was the film that set the stage for a new breed of fly fishing entertainment.

Watch Trailer – View Photos – Buy DVD

Trout Bum Diaries: Volume 2 Kiwi Camo 2007 release – 1 hour 15 minutes

The second film of the trout bum diaries series takes the crew to New Zealand on a 4-month fishing extravaganza around the south island. Crystal clear water, stunning scenery, and some of the best dry fly takes ever filmed are part of this DVD. This film hopes to showcase the seemingly crazy trout bum lifestyle and the hard work and perseverance it takes to catch the browns and rainbows of New Zealand.

Watch Trailer – View Photos - Buy DVD

AEG turns Green in 2008 – Propel Biofuels to be Fish Bum 2 fuel sponsor

2007-12-13T11:55:00.001-08:00

Portland, OR (December 13, 2007)—When AEG Media sets off to film Fish Bum 2: The Journey, this February, catching fish and sharing an adventure will not be their only goal. AEG is helping promote a new earth friendly movement that is gaining popularity across the country, biodiesel.

With an announcement today comes news of a partnership between Seattle based Propel Biofuels (www.propelbiofuels.com) and AEG. Propel Biofuels builds, owns and operates a network of biodiesel filling stations providing drivers convenient access to renewable, clean-burning fuels. The Seattle-based company was founded in 2004 to offer drivers, station owners and fleet operators a cleaner fuel choice that both reduces carbon emissions and America’s dependency on foreign oil.

While the AEG team is fueling their Suburban with a much greener and friendlier solution, Propel will monitor the decrease in CO2 emissions, achieved using biodiesel, and will compile a comprehensive report documenting the results of the trip. According to Propel, biodiesel emits between 48 to 65 percent less carbon monoxide than petroleum based diesels, and because it’s base is made from the oil of canola and soy beans, it is renewable and easier on the environment.

Fish Bum 2 is the first project AEG will film stateside after previous efforts in Argentina, New Zealand, and recently Mongolia. Filming will take place in Washington, Oregon, California, and British Columbia during the spring and fall of 2008, with plans to release the final product in December of 2008.

To track the progress of AEG’s next film and learn more information about biodiesel, visit www.aegmedia.com/blog/tbd

AEG Media is an adventure media company based in Merlin, OR whose enterprise includes an annual film tour event and feature films. They believe in catch and release and are avid members of 1% For The Planet, AFFTA, Trout Unlimited and Federation of Fly Fishers. Their mission is to revolutionize the world of fly-fishing one epic adventure at a time.

Members of 1% for the Planet

2007-12-06T13:13:00.001-08:00

AEG Media is proud to announce their renewed membership with 1% for the Planet. AEG has been a member since 2005 and will continue to support the efforts behind 1% for the Planet. AEG is very excited to be affiliated with such a worthy cause.

1% for the Planet exists to bring recognition to businesses that industry and ecology are inherently connected. Their goal is to show the positive effects of connecting businesses, consumers and nonprofits through philanthropy. They believe that giving back is about understanding the true cost of doing business can be mitigated by a simple pledge to the planet.

Since 2002, 1% For The Planet has inspired members of the business community to contribute 1% of sales to environmental groups around the world. In return, this growing alliance of companies is given the opportunity not only to see their self-worth rise, but their net worth climb as well.

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, AFFTA, Trout Unlimited and Federation of Fly Fishers. Our mission is to revolutionize the world of fly-fishing one epic adventure at a time.

Fish Bum 2: The Journey

2007-12-06T10:11:00.000-08:00

Beginning in early 2008, the crew at AEG Media is hitting the road once again, this time searching for the legendary northwest steelhead. Armed with three HD cameras, a bio-diesel suburban, and a silver house on wheels, the crew will spend four months in the field, floating, hiking, and exploring some of the best steelhead streams in the world. AEG has selected exciting destinations in Alaska, British Columbia, Washington, and Oregon to film their next journey. They will be keeping their blog current with up-to-date action and will also be recording a series of pod-casts live from the field. The project will be shot in the spring and fall of 2008 with a release date of December 15th, 2008 just in time for the holidays.

Fishbum 2: The Journey will follow four anglers up and down the Pacific Coast in search of steelhead. A team comprised of two men and two women will lead the charge into the unknown, finding out first hand why the fish have addicted so many. Follow the group as they live riverside for months, battle the sometimes harsh coastal weather patterns and see the satisfaction first hand as each fish is brought to shore.

With previous expeditions to far off destinations such as Iceland, Argentina, New Zealand, and recently a two-month stint in Mongolia, this will be the first time the AEG team has undertaken a project stateside. The relative proximity to the AEG base camp in Merlin, Oregon will allow the crew to film in ways they never have before. With the help of camera cranes, dollies, and high line rope systems, this film will have some of the most technical and stunning angles of steelhead fly fishing ever captured.

Though the film will be focused on the adventure and excitement of the trip, there will be time taken to highlight the serious issues facing steelhead in today’s changing world. With help from the Wild Steelhead Coalition a group dedicated to restoring runs of wild steelhead in the northwest, AEG hopes to bring awareness to the declining steelhead runs found up and down the Pacific Coast. The team will be conducting interviews and spending time with a number of fisheries biologists as well as members of the concerned community to better understand the problems and portray them to viewers.

So prepare yourself for the steelhead journey of a lifetime. Check www.aegmedia.com/blog/tbd/ for up-to-date information and stay tuned for the release of Fishbum 2: The Journey in December 2008.

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, AFFTA, Trout Unlimited and Federation of Fly Fishers. Our mission is to revolutionize the world of fly-fishing one epic adventure at a time.

Loop Enters a Five-Year Commitment with AEG Media as their Presenting Sponsor

2007-11-27T14:08:00.000-08:00

Portland, OR (November 27, 2007)—Over the next five years Loop has committed to be the Presenting Sponsor for AEG Media in both the film production series and the Fly Fishing Film Tour.

Loop, a company based in Sweden, was founded in 1979 by Christer Sjöberg and Tony Karpestam – two young enthusiastic fly fishers with one goal in mind; to make a living doing what they loved. They wanted to be involved in the developing world of fly fishing and to explore and fly fish in areas previously impossible to reach. From the very beginning they understood that fly-fishing was a way of life, and dreams about big money were abandoned and replaced with the passion of pursuing their destiny. Loop was born!

The first Loop large arbor reel hit the market in 1984; most anglers found it totally bizarre. Loop had little success getting the tradition-bound fly fishers of the time to buy such a weird fly reel. It took a few years for the reel to make its impression, but today over 20 years later nearly all fly reels are built according to the Loop standard.

Today Loop designs, develops and manages every manufacturing process of their gear themselves. All Loop products are designed and built to last and function in the world’s toughest conditions, season after season. Loop has been a leader in the fly fishing industry for over twenty years. Today they are focused on delivering their branded products internationally.

AEG Media is helping with their international efforts. AEG is dedicated to exclusively using Loops rods and reels, over the next five years, in all film productions as well as promoting their product line on the film tour.

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

www.looptackle.com

Patagonia Enters a Three-Year Commitment with AEG Media as their Official Sponsor

2007-11-27T14:06:00.000-08:00

Portland, OR (November 27, 2007)—Over the next three years Patagonia has committed to be the Official Sponsor for AEG Media in both the film production series and the Fly Fishing Film Tour.

Patagonia grew out of a small company that made tools for climbers. Alpinism remains at the heart of a worldwide business that still makes clothes for climbing – as well as for skiing, snowboarding, surfing, fly fishing, paddling and trail running.

Patagonia’s values reflect those of a business started by a band of climbers and surfers, and the minimalist style they promoted. The approach they take towards product design demonstrates a bias for simplicity and utility.

For Patagonia, a love of wild and beautiful places demands participation in the fight to save them, and to help reverse the steep decline in the overall environmental health of the planet. They donate their time, services and at least 1% of sales to hundreds of grassroots environmental groups all over the world who work to help reverse the tide.

Staying true to their core values during thirty-plus years in business has helped create a company they are proud to run and work for. And their focus on making the best products possible has brought Patagonia much success in the marketplace.

AEG is dedicated to using Patagonia’s clothing and gear, over the next three years, in all film productions as well as promoting their product line on the film tour.

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

www.patagonia.com

Costa Del Mar Enters a Three-Year Commitment with AEG Media as their Official Sponsor

2007-11-27T14:04:00.000-08:00

Portland, OR (November 27, 2007)—Over the next three years Costa Del Mar has committed to be the Official Sponsor for AEG Media in both the film production series and the Fly Fishing Film Tour.

Since the early 80’s, Costa Del Mar has been equipping fishermen with the industries leading polarized sunglasses. Their gear performs in conditions that kill other sunglasses. Their frames fit like second skin, with lenses that show the world in living color.

Costa Del Mar’s philosophy is simple: They want to look back on a life well-lived, a life like a pair of broken-in hiking boots crusty with equal parts jungle mud and black sand. They’ll leave cruise ship buffets and tour bus escapes for others. To them, they taste like imitation crab legs, and they prefer the real thing.

The way they see it, the best equipment in the world won't catch a thing if the waters are empty. Every ocean, river, lake and stream is a resource and a responsibility. They want future generations to feel the snap of a fish on the line, and they do it by working with other groups to get the job done.

AEG is dedicated to using Costa Del Mar’s gear, over the next three years, in all film productions as well as promoting their product line on the film tour.

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

www.costadelmar.com

Scientific Anglers Enters a Three-Year Commitment with AEG Media as their Official Sponsor

2007-11-27T14:01:00.000-08:00

Portland, OR (November 27, 2007)—Over the next three years Scientific Anglers has committed to be the Official Sponsor for AEG Media in both the film production series and the Fly Fishing Film Tour.

When Scientific Anglers Mastery Series introduces a new fly line, you can be sure it is the finest performing fly line for its application. The four new lines all have significant advantages over anything else on the market. Scientific Anglers have an ongoing challenge to their scientists and taper designers, and that is to set a new standard in performance for every line that carries their name. It is not an easy undertaking and it requires much trial and error and extensive testing – not only on the water but also in laboratories. Fortunately they have unparalleled resources and the finest fly fishing minds in the business dedicated to building better fly lines. The list of advancements is unmatched and they're only getting started. They believe that there is much, much more to fly fishing than just the scenery.

Their processes and methodologies have improved greatly since their early innovations, nearly a century ago, and as they continue to enhance fly line performance, the industry continues to follow suit. Scientific Anglers pioneered the use of powdered tungsten in their sinking lines two decades ago, and they continue to perfect and optimize its usage. That may come as a surprise to some, because tungsten is now being heralded as a new technology. That's Scientific Anglers role – to lead and help the entire industry in building the future of the fly-fishing fly line process.

AEG is dedicated to using Scientific Anglers gear, over the next three years, in all film productions as well as promoting their product line on the film tour.

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

www.scientificanglers.com

Rising Enters a Three-Year Commitment with AEG Media as their Equipment Sponsor

2007-11-27T14:00:00.000-08:00

Portland, OR (November 27, 2007)—Over the next three years Rising has committed to be the Equipment Sponsor for AEG Media in both the film production series and the Fly Fishing Film Tour.

Rising was started in 2004 by Dylan and Erin Rothwell. Dylan had previously worked at William Joseph, and Erin was coming off years in the Outdoor Education field including stints with NOLS. The initial focus was to design products "that improve the fishing experience," which is why that phrase has become our tag line. This meant taking a critical look at the gear our friends and we were using on the water. Such reflection led to design changes in women's technical jackets, and every fishing tool available. Over the last four years, Rising tools have consistently won fans and awards for their design and quality, an acknowledgment that the designs were solid and made fishing easier for anglers of all styles. After four years Rising is still small and lean and eager to design new gear that improves the fishing experience.

AEG is dedicated to using Rising’s gear, over the next three years, in all film productions as well as promoting their product line on the film tour.

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

www.risingfish.net

Big Sky Inflatables (BSI) Enters a Three-Year Commitment with AEG Media as their Equipment Sponsor

2007-11-27T13:56:00.000-08:00

Portland, OR (November 27, 2007)—Over the next three years BSI has committed to be the Equipment Sponsor for AEG Media in both the film production series and the Fly Fishing Film Tour.

Big Sky Inflatables (BSI), “Home of the Water Master,” was established in September of 2006 by Rich and Amy Stuber of Missoula, Montana. BSI is dedicated to providing their customers with the highest quality inflatables on the market. They are best known for their signature product, the Water Master Raft.

With over fifteen years of experience manufacturing the Water Master Raft, they decided to take their knowledge of inflatable construction and materials and put it to use designing other inflatables as well. They now carry a full line of high quality BSI rafts, canoes, kayaks, and sport boats.

AEG is dedicated to using BSI’s gear, over the next three years, in all film productions as well as promoting their product line on the film tour.

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

www.bigskyinflatables.com

Brunton Enters a Three-Year Commitment with AEG Media as their Equipment Sponsor

2007-11-27T13:54:00.000-08:00

Portland, OR (November 27, 2007)—Over the next three years Brunton has committed to be the Equipment Sponsor for AEG Media in both the film production series and the Fly Fishing Film Tour.

The leading manufacturer of technical gear for outdoor adventure, Brunton is located in a new, state-of-the-art facility at the gateway to the Wind River Mountains in Riverton, Wyoming. Brunton's innovative solar panels and power storage devices keep AEG filming and blogging from the far reaches of the globe. Brunton is well known for innovation in the categories of optics, backpacking, family camping, headlamps, portable power, compasses and instruments. Discover a universe of equipment at www.brunton.com.

AEG is dedicated to using Brunton’s gear, over the next three years, in all film productions as well as promoting their product line on the film tour.

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

www.brunton.com

Gerber Enters a Three-Year Commitment with AEG Media as their Equipment Sponsor

2007-11-27T13:52:00.000-08:00

Portland, OR (November 27, 2007)—Over the next three years Gerber has committed to be the Equipment Sponsor for AEG Media in both the film production series and the Fly Fishing Film Tour.

Gerber Legendary Blades assures the Fish Bums will be able to "Fend For Themselves" where ever they end up. Founded in Portland, Oregon in 1939, Gerber Legendary Blades is a global leader in the development of high-grade, innovative outdoor gear including knives, tools, lights and outdoor gear. Fend for yourself at www.gerbergear.com.

AEG is dedicated to using Gerber’s gear, over the next three years, in all film productions as well as promoting their product line on the film tour.

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

www.gerbergear.com

Big Agnes Enters a Three-Year Commitment with AEG Media as their Equipment Sponsor

2007-11-27T13:51:00.000-08:00

Portland, OR (November 27, 2007)—Over the next three years Big Agnes has committed to be the Equipment Sponsor for AEG Media in both the film production series and the Fly Fishing Film Tour.

Wonder why they called their company Big Agnes? The answer you receive depends on who you talk with and the mood they're in. Honestly, it's either a rocky peak in the Mt. Zirkel Wilderness Area outside Steamboat Springs, a laid-back mountain town mama or dependable backcountry gear. They think it represents a little bit of each and everything in between.

They've spent a lot of time in the local backcountry so they feel downright connected to it. They name their products after local history, places, peaks and rivers, which they believe is always a fun process. It brings back memories of trips both successful and epic and hopefully inspires you to come explore.

AEG is dedicated to using Big Agnes’s gear, over the next three years, in all film productions as well as promoting their product line on the film tour.

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

www.bigagnes.com