The 5th annual Two-Fly Bug Bumper fly-fishing tournament was held Aug. 23.

A “Two-Fly Bug Bumper” is exactly what it sounds like — you’re only allowed to use two flies of your choice for the entire event. Anglers are allowed to fish the Penobscot River from the dam above Winn boat launch down to Old Town.

Six years ago, maineflyfish.com and mainefishingadventures.com started this gathering because between guiding and work, we didn’t have much time to hang out with friends or fish together.

North of Portland, the fly-fishing community doesn’t come together often, and we wanted to create a fun way to change that.

The very first year, we charged a $50 entry fee, rented cabins, hosted a big cookout and donated what was left over to charity. Since then, the event has grown steadily, a

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