I'm April Voki and you are listening to Anckered my chance to interview some of the most

influential people involved in the fishing world today.

Join me as I travel to sit face to face with my guests in their own homes to learn more about

the careers, opinions, history, relationships, and life both on and off the water.

I am proud to say that this episode is made possible by Fly Fusion magazine.

There are a few fishing magazines that I am willing to put my name on,

and even less that I'm willing to actually read.

But FlyFusion is one of the few that keeps my attention.

As a member of their editorial staff, I can say with authenticity that this is one publication

that allows their editors to write about the causes they believe in.

They don't base their entity around manufacturers who pay for ad space.

And they don't hire writers with any other agenda,

apart from genuinely sharing our love for the sport and all of the beautiful

places it brings us.

Greg Osborne is the founder and executive director of the Three Rivers Sportsman's Alliance.

The Alliance is an all-volunteer political action committee whose sole purpose is to support and promote their more fish for all policy by way of hatcheries.

In this episode I meet with Greg at his office in Oregon to try and learn more about his viewpoint

and his operation. Audio disclaimer.

Unbeknownst to me, there was a gentleman in the room who scribbled notes to Greg as I asked questions.

After about 25 minutes or so, I bring him into the conversation, and the

extra noise in the background ceases. Thank you for your

patience with the audio. I wish that all acoustics and meeting places were

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