Created in 2023 by anglers Martin Montejano and Amanda Hoffner, the Heritage Tenkara Project was founded on the idea that nature should be accessible and appreciated by all.

Something indescribable can be found by being in nature, and many of us find a deeper connection to nature through fishing.

It is for that reason, we set out to create a free resource to encourage inclusivity and growth within the angling community.

Whether new to fishing, new to tenkara, or an experienced angler, we aim to bring content that inspires adventure and articles that bring about creativity so that our readers may find their place in nature through tenkara.

Recent Articles

To Tie or To Buy?

I think it’s safe to say that we all get excitement out of that moment when a fish comes up to the surface and takes your fly with a splashy display, or when the line tightens on a subsurface drift leading to a hook set and the wriggle at the end of the line. In this, we see that our presentation of the fly was convincing enough to get the fish to bite.

Meet the Vendor: Zimmerbuilt

Meet Chris Zimmer, the man behind Zimmerbuilt!

Welcome to Tenkara by way of Bluegill

If you are new to using a tenkara rod, bluegill are a great way to build skills while having a blast. If you are a tenkara enthusiast already fully committed to the techniques and culture do not overlook the opportunity to have a blast close to home in a local pond.

Tenkara Bug Out 2026

June 26-28 / La Pine, Oregon

Join us for the 5th annual Tenkara Bug Out where we will explore fishing with traditional Japanese style tenkara rods. This years location of LaPine, OR will give us access to some world class water including: the Fall River, the Deschutes River, the Crooked River and the Metolious River. If you like big fish energy, some of these rivers hold 20"+ fish as well as some fish weights hitting double digits. If fishing smaller more intamate settings is your vibe, we got you covered. We will have some amazing door prizes by our sponsors along with a raffle event to support local conservation efforts. More info on the Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1208865984282482/

Rocky MTN Tenkara High Desert Campout

July 24 - 27 / Taos, New Mexico

This will be the very first Tenkara Campout hosted by Rocky MTN Tenkara here in New Mexico, and we’d love to extend our backyard to any angler willing to make the trip. The campout will take place about 15 miles outside of Taos, surrounded by some of the best small-stream fishing in the region. We chose this campground because it can comfortably accommodate up to 100 people and 30 vehicles, with outhouse facilities available on site. Its location also offers the convenience of being close to Taos, so if dry camping with the group isn’t quite your style, there are plenty of nearby lodging options. The event will begin on Friday, July 24th, and run through Monday, July 27th, when we’ll wrap up with final cleanup and check-out. This is a free event (donations welcome) for anyone willing to make the trek to New Mexico and help us kick off our first Rocky MTN Tenkara campout. This will be a “choose your own adventure” style Tenkara trip, with access to countless blue line streams as well as larger waters like the Rio Grande Box perfect for anglers looking for anything from an easy day on the water to a more adventurous hike in experience. We’ll also be providing downloadable maps on our website, along with local fishing information to help you explore the area and make the most of your time in Northern New Mexico. We’d also like to gather in the evenings after a full day on the water to talk shop, share stories, and swap a few after-action reports with fellow anglers.

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