Thompson, one of sixteen finalists in this year’s challenge,  is a 3 time Total Outdoorsman Champion. 

Now in it seventh year, the Total Outdoorsman Challenge tests thousands of competitors nationwide to see who’s “deadly with a bow, can cast a fly rod as well as a trout guide, can bust clays with a side-by-side, and maneuver an ATV in the mud.”  In short, it’s a grueling series of challenges to determine who’s the best all around outdoorsman. 

From 48 qualifying events held across the country, 200 of the top performers advance to four regional qualifiers.  From the field of 200, twelve go on to compete against last year’s top 3 finishers and one wild-card participant.

At stake is the title of  Total Outdoorsman and a first prize purse of  $25,000 in cash.

For more information on the Field and Stream Total Outdoorsman Challenge, visit http://toc.fieldandstream.com/ .

Feedback from members of Team Stonefly has been superb, with the Bold handling all the bass, browns, bows, and brookies our streams and lakes can dish up!

Take a look at the bold in action,  then order yours today by visiting  www.thinkfishworld.com .

Terrestrial patterns like ants are an extremely effective summertime option, especially when fished close to brush and banks where wind-blown insects fall prey to trout. 

To watch Michael’s video, visit http://www.midcurrent.com/video/clips/tying/parachute_ant.aspx .