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Available After the F3T Film Festival Tour
Be among the first to experience The Hard Way by pre-ordering your digital copy today. This compelling film, premiering on the 19th annual Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T), will ship to pre-order customers after the tour concludes in 2025.
The Deschutes River is a place of challenge and reward, demanding patience, skill, and respect from all who fish its waters. The Hard Way captures the essence of this iconic river, showcasing its treacherous wading, unpredictable flows, and the pursuit of elusive steelhead and trout through the seasons.
At the heart of the story is Matt Mendes, a member of the Warm Springs Tribe, whose family has lived and thrived along the Deschutes for generations. Inspired by his grandfather, Al Bagley—the river’s first Native American fishing guide—Matt continues a legacy of resilience and passion. Whether stalking shade lines for trout or swinging flies for steelhead, Matt embodies the hard-earned knowledge, skill, and humility required to thrive on the Deschutes.
Premiering as part of the F3T, The Hard Way will travel across 14 countries and over 300 events, connecting audiences to the beauty, challenges, and importance of wild places like the Deschutes. After the tour, the film will be available for digital release, bringing its powerful story to viewers worldwide.
Pre-order now and secure your copy of this unforgettable story about family, tradition, and the enduring connection between people and the landscapes they cherish. Your digital film will ship once the F3T concludes in 2025.
Reserve your copy today and join us in celebrating this incredible film!
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