Fish Untamed

Ep 178: Spearing in Wisconsin and Decoy Carving, with Ryan Ebert

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0000

Ryan Ebert is a darkhouse spearer, artist, and decoy carver from Wisconsin. In this episode, we discuss darkhouse spearing for various species, the art of decoy carving, fun stories from the ice, ice safety, and the state of spearing in Wisconsin.

Etsy: link

Instagram: @ryan_ebert_art

Facebook: /RyanEbertArt

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Ep 177: Steelheading and Public Lands, with Zack Williams

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0000

Zack Williams is the owner and publisher of Swing the Fly, the Brand and Editorial Manager for Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, and editor of their magazine, Backcountry Journal. He spent many years swinging flies for steelhead both in the Great Lakes Region and on the west coast before moving to Montana. In this episode, we discuss steelheading, angling as an identity, the threats facing public lands right now, and much more.

Instagram: @swingthefly

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Ep 176: Ultralight Float Tubing, with Phil Hayes

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0000

Phil Hayes is the founder and owner of Wilderness Lite LLC, makers of ultralight, packable float tubes. In this episode, we talk about how he keeps himself in shape at an older age, how he started his company to fill a void in the market for ultralight tubes, the specs of his tubes, how he keeps them light but durable, the benefits of using a float tube to access inaccessible places, where to find fish in alpine lakes, how to approach fish in a tube, and much more.

Website: wildernesslite.com

Email: wildernesslite@gmail.com

Phone: 712-463-2504

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Ep 175: E-scouting and TroutRoutes, with Erik Johnsen

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0000

Erik Johnsen is a Community Marketing Manager for TroutRoutes at onX Maps and an experienced Driftless Area angler. In this episode, we talk about how he got his start in the Driftless, some of the notable features offered by TroutRoutes, how to use these features to find more fishing spots, where they get their data, and how to use the app both during the season and in the offseason to maximize time on the water.

Website: troutroutes.com

Erik’s Instagram: @erikjohnsen

TroutRoutes Instagram: @troutroutes

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Ep 174: Fly Fishing Across the Lower 48, with Ryan Burch

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Ryan Burch is working on a project called Tales of the 48, during which he is driving across the country with the goal of catching a fish in each of the lower 48 states. At the time of recording, he is mid-trip, having just passed through Colorado on his way west. In this episode, we talk about where the idea came from, the planning process, what he has experienced so far, his most memorable catches, the most challenging states, and much more.

Instagram: @talesofthe48

Email: talesofthe48@gmail.com

Website: talesofthe48.com

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Ep 173: Fishing Interior Alaska, with Oliver Ancans

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Oliver Ancans is a hunter and angler who spends a lot of time in the Brooks Range and interior Alaska. In this episode, we talk about fishing seasonality in interior Alaska, how to access fishing spots on the road system, how to book a bush plane, rod selection, techniques, and the importance of keeping wild places wild.

Instagram: @olleyeh

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Ep 172: Fly Fishing the Tongass, with Kevin Main

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Kevin Main is the co-owner of Tongass on the Fly in Petersburg, AK. They focus on fly fishing in the Tongass National Forest, particularly multi-day trips. In this episode, we cover the species available, seasonality, fishing techniques, how to get to Petersburg, DIY opportunities, the Anadromous Waters Catalog, and the importance of public lands.

Instagram: @tongassonthefly

Facebook: /tongassonthefly

YouTube: @tongassonthefly

Website: tongassonthefly.com

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Ep 171: Looking Back at 2025 and Looking Ahead at 2026, with Mel Moss

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0000

This episode is our annual New Year episode where my friend Mel and I look back at our previous year of fishing and look ahead at the year to come. We talk about the goals we set, whether we accomplished them, and do a recap of some of our memorable trips and experiences along the way.

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Ep 170: Backcountry Research, with Zig Peacock

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Zig Peacock (also appearing in episode 137) is the President of the Weber Basin Anglers chapter of Trout Unlimited and an avid backcountry angler. In this episode, we talk about what he’s been up to since our last episode and how he does backcountry research, including the books, apps, and online resources he uses to find new fishing spots.

Instagram: @In2mtns

Youtube: /in2mtns

Chapter Pages

Facebook: /WeberBasinAnglers

Instagram: @Weber_Basin_Anglers

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Ep 169: Backcountry Gear Updates, Surf Fishing, and Fishing Everyday, with Patrick Bauman

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Patrick Bauman (also appearing in episode 100) is the owner of Colter Backcountry, a small business focusing on backcountry fly fishing gear. In this episode, we go over some updates to his product line and what’s coming up. Like previous guest, Steve Veals, Patrick is also in the middle of trying to fish every day for a year. We talk about the challenges he has faced along the way, and how he got started by learning to fish the surf in southern California and quickly becoming proficient at this new-to-him style of fishing.

Instagram: @colterbackcountry

Website: www.colterbackcountry.com

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Ep 168: Fly Fishing in the High Uinta Wilderness, with Shawn Larson

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Shawn Larson has been on the show many times (episodes 63, 67, 138, and 155). In this episode, he is back to talk about his recent trip to fish an alpine basin in the High Uinta Wilderness. We talk about the planning, terrain, species, and gear of the trip, as well as resources he used to gain more knowledge about the area.

Utah Planning Resources: link

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Ep 167: A Trip to Fish the Thorofare, with Palmer Henson

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Palmer Henson has been on the show many times (episodes 3, 62, 111). Normally, we chat about native brook trout where Palmer lives in Georgia, but today, we discuss a recent horse-packing trip he took into the Thorofare area of Wyoming, often cited as the most remote area in the lower 48. He walks me through the inspiration, the planning, the fishing itself for massive cutthroats, packing with horses, camp life, and much more.

Documentary: Cutthroat: The Race to Save Yellowstone

Palmer’s Instagram: @lost_angel_fly_fishing (see June 30 and July 2, 2025 for pics from the trip)

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Ep 166: Native Fish and Biodiversity, with Matthew Dickerson

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Matthew Dickerson is a freelance writer who has published in The Drake, Backcountry Journal, American Fly Fishing, Written River, and Fly Fishing International. He has also written many books of both fiction and nonfiction. In addition to writing, he is passionate about native species, particularly those in the Salvelinus genus, such as brook trout and Dolly Varden. In this episode, we talk about his appreciation for native species and biodiversity, what it’s like to be an artist-in-residence for a national park, how Yellowstone Lake was affected by the introduction of lake trout, and much more.

Instagram: @troutdownstream

Blue Sky: @matthewdickerson

Facebook: //MatthewDickersonBooks/

Recent Books:

The Salvelinus, the Sockeye, and the Egg-Sucking Leech

A Fine-spotted Trout on Corral Creek

The Voices of Rivers

Birds in the Sky, Fish in the Sea

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Ep 165: Fishing for Golden Trout, with Frank Burr

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Frank Burr is known as the Golden Trout Dude for good reason: he is a golden-trout-specific guide in the high Sierras of California. In this episode, we talk about how he uses tenkara and western techniques for high alpine golden trout, where to find them, how to get to both accessible and remote golden trout populations, the different subspecies, and much more.

Website: https://www.goldentroutdude.com

Instagram: @goldentroutdude

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Ep 164: Fishing the Wind River Area, with Jeramie Prine

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Jeramie Prine is the owner and head guide of Dunoir Fishing Adventures near Dubois, WY. In this episode, we discuss fishing in the Wind River area, including seasons, hatches, species, and different types of water, as well as grizzly safety and the importance of protecting our public lands.

Website: www.dunoirfishing.com

Instagram: @dunoirfishingadventures

Facebook: /wyomingflyfishguides

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Ep 163: Fishing near Colorado Springs, with Kaitlin Boyer

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Kaitlin Boyer is a guide at Angler’s Covey and the lead instructor for the Professional Fly Fishing Guide Program at Colorado Mountain College. She has been guiding in the Colorado Springs area for nearly a decade and has lots of experience on the “tougher” rivers in CO, such as the South Platte. In this episode, we talk about why she prefers time on the water without her kids, how brand deals can become exhausting, the hatches we get in CO, and fishing some of CO’s famous waters such as the South Platte and the Arkansas.

Instagram: @pixiek8

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Ep 162: Improving Your Fishing Writing and Fishing in Washington, with Erin Spaulding

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Erin Spaulding is an angler, runner, and writer who has published work in the Flyfish Journal and the Drake, among other publications. In this episode, we talk about her experiences fishing the alpine of Washington as well as Puget Sound, her tips on being a better fishing writer, how she has dealt with a hyper-focus on fishing, and a story of getting stuck on Christmas Island due to a storm.

Instagram: @ink_and_flyline

Website: https://sightlinesstudio.com

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Ep 161: Native Fish, Setting Goals, and Filming Fishing Trips, with Payton Skidmore

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Payton Skidmore is a native fish enthusiast, Utah Cutt Slam holder, Western Native Trout Challenge participant, and the creator of the Skiddy Fishing Youtube channel. In this episode, we talk about tenkara, filming fishing trips, what’s special about native fish, his yearly list of goals, catching suckers and whitefish, and where he stands in the WNTC and Utah Cutt Slam.

Facebook: /payton.skidmore/

Instagram: @skiddyfishing

Youtube: link @skiddyfishing

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Ep 160: Lahontan Cutthroat Trout, with Nick Buckmaster

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Nick Buckmaster is a fisheries supervisor with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. In this episode, we talk about all things Lahontan cutthroat trout. We discuss what his job entails, other desert species such as pupfish, the evolution of Lahontan cutthroats, the various morphs, how to fish for them, and much more.

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Ep 159: The History of Fly Fishing, with Jim Schottenham

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Jim Schottenham is a curator at the American Museum of Fly Fishing in Manchester, VT. In this episode, we talk about all sorts of things related to the history of fly fishing, including influential people, the value of historical pieces, the first mentions of the sport, the evolution of rods and reels, notable flies, tenkara, and much more.

Website: AMFF.org

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Ep 158: Your Brain on Nature, with Amy McDonnell

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Amy McDonnell is a backpacker and a neuroscientist at the University of Utah. Specifically, Amy studies the effects of time in nature on the brain. In this episode, we discuss how various time spans spent in nature affect the brain, the benefits people self-report after spending time outside, whether directly interacting with nature (for example, fishing) has a more pronounced effect than other kinds of time spent outdoors, and much more.

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Ep 157: Conservation Communication and Adjusting Expectations Outdoors, with Ashley Peters

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Ashley Peters is an angler, conservation communicator, and board member for the Outdoor Writers Association of America. In this episode, we discuss her work on a trail crew in Alaska, how to communicate the importance of conservation effectively, how to avoid the doom and gloom often associated with conservation work, how she has had to adapt her outdoor pursuits in light of a chronic illness diagnosis, and her upcoming trip to the Boundary Waters.

OWAA Instagram: @owaa_official

OWAA Facebook: /OWAAonline/

OWAA Website: OWAA.org

Substack: link

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Ep 156: Hunting Muskies and Swinging for Steelhead, with Rick Kustich

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Rick Kustich is the Great Lakes Editor for Swing the Fly and an avid angler of both steelhead and muskies. In this episode, we talk about fishing for both species in New York, including how steelhead in New York compare to the other Great Lakes tributaries, what to do when the muskies aren’t biting, how Rick uses an overhand cast with a two-handed rod, and much more.

Swing the Fly: link

Instagram: @rickkustich

Website: rickkustich.com

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Ep 155: The Aging Backpacker, with Shawn Larson

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Shawn has been a guest on the show many times. Last time he was on, we joked about doing an episode about aging as a backpacker. He’s back today to do just that. There is relatively little fishing talk in this episode, since most of the hardship of getting old relates to getting to the fishing spot, not the fishing itself. We discuss changes he’s noticed as he has gotten older, gear considerations, injuries, recovery, preparation for the season, and much more.

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Ep 154: Fishing the Spring Runoff, with Danny Frank

Thu, 22 May 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Danny Frank is the owner of Colorado Trout Hunters and guides in and around the Front Range of Colorado. In this episode, we talk about the specifics of fishing spring runoff, including timing of the runoff, daily fluctuations, freestones vs. tailwaters, reading water, fly selection, presentation, and much more.

Personal Instagram: @deltatroutforce

Business Instagram: @coloradotrouthunters

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Ep 153: Fishing Every Day for a Year, with Steve Veals

Thu, 08 May 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Steve Veals did something very few anglers have likely ever done: he fished every day for 365 days straight. In this episode, Steve tells me about how the idea came to be, what his stipulations were, the challenges and surprises he encountered along the way, and what his life has been like since finishing the challenge.

Website: www.stephenveals.com

Instagram: @steve_the_cholo

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Ep 152: Fishing Every Lake in the Indian Peaks Wilderness, with Janet George

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Janet George is a retired CPW wildlife biologist and now on the board of the CO Chapter of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers. In the past few years, Janet has been fishing her way through much of northern CO. In addition to several other personal “projects,” Janet has fished every lake in the Indian Peaks Wilderness. In this episode, we talk about how she came to start these goals, what she experienced along the way, and what’s next for her.

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Ep 151: Fishing the Deschutes, Guiding in Alaska, and Avoiding Burnout, with Mia Sheppard

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Mia Sheppard is an angler, hunter, and snowboarder. She is owner/guide at Little Creek Outfitters and Juniper River Adventures on the Deschutes River. In this episode, we talk about fishing the Deschutes, avoiding burnout in guiding and fishing, starting a new program in Alaska, getting into hunting, and the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation.

Little Creek Outfitters site: link

Mia’s Instagram: @miasriverkitchen

Little Creek Outfitters Instagram: @littlecreekoutfitters

Facebook: /mialittlecreekoutfitters/

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Ep 150: Adventuring Around the West for Personal Fish Projects, with Kurt Finlayson

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Kurt Finlayson is a former member of Fly Fishing Team USA and avid angler. These days, he mostly focuses on his own personal fishing projects, in which he sets goals for catching different sets of species. In this episode, we talk about how he got started in competition fishing, transitioning out of that professional role, and the fish projects he makes for himself, including his desert project, Colorado cutthroat project, and much more.

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Ep 149: Catching Up with Jen Ripple

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Jen Ripple first joined me on the show way back in episode 19. I was thrilled to have her back on to catch up on what she has been up to. In this episode, we talk about her transition from DUN Magazine to DUN Outdoors, a more comprehensive women’s outdoor media space, as well as her new role working with Hardy and Greys and what it’s been like getting acquainted with more traditional and historied fly fishing equipment. We also talk about a few trips she has coming up for Guadalupe bass and trout in New Zealand.

Website: link

Instagram: @Jen_ripple

Instagram: @DUNMagazine

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Ep 148: Fly Rod Design and Choosing the Right Rod, with Howard Croston

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Howard Croston is a full-time fly rod designer for the world-famous brands, Hardy and Greys and also the England World Team Captain. In this episode, we talk about competition fly fishing, what he does day-to-day as a rod designer, how high-end rods and reels differ from low-end rods and reels, how different rods require different designs, and some considerations for material, length, and action when buying a new fly rod.

Instagram: @howard_croston_fly_fisher_

Facebook: /Howard Croston Fly Fishing

Hardy: link

Greys: link

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Ep 147: Fishing in Brazil, Tarpon Tournaments, and Metalworking, with Amanda Willshire

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Amanda Willshire is a full-time metal artist and part-time guide in Colorado. She has also competed in the Ladies Tarpon Tournament in Florida and recently got back from fishing in Brazil. In this episode, we talk about her metal fish art, fishing for tarpon in Florida, fishing experiences and mishaps in South America, and much more.

Instagram: @awdart

Website: link

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Ep 146: Fishing the San Juan, with James Garrettson

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0000

James Garrettson owns About Trout, an outfitter specializing in the San Juan River of northern New Mexico. In this episode, we talk about the San Juan as a whole, the different sections of river, seasonality, flies, species present, and the pros and cons of Euro nymphing.

Website: link

Instagram: @about.trout

Youtube: link

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Ep 145: 2024 Recap, 2025 Goals, and Fishing with Young Kids, with Mel Moss

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0000

This is the annual episode where Mel and I go through our fishing goals from the past year and talk about what we have in store for the upcoming year. In this episode, we switched things up a bit. As a new mom, Mel didn’t have as much time as she’d hoped to get out on the water, so in place of some of the goals she was not able to finish, she talked me through what it was like taking an infant fishing and what she anticipates for the upcoming year fishing with a toddler. I went through my goals as usual and set some new ones for 2025.

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Ep 144: Fishing the Cicada Hatch, with Dave Zielinski

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Dave Zielinski loves following the cicada hatches around the eastern U.S. and is the author of Cicada Madness, which covers all things pertaining to fly fishing during these exciting emergences. In this episode, we cover the life histories of cicadas, the differences between annual and periodical cicadas, how to plan a fishing trip to coincide with the emergence, how to actually find the bugs once they’re out, and how to fish effectively during the hatch.

Cicada Madness book: link

Instagram: @down_home_boatworks

Website: www.downhomeboatworks.com

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Ep 143: Fly Fishing Rocky Mountain National Park, with Joe Croteau

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Joe Croteau is a pivotal person in my life. He is the person who got me into fly fishing many years ago, hiring me at his fly shop before I really knew what I was doing. He knows fishing around Rocky Mountain National Park better than most. He recently released a guide book, Fly Fishing and Guiding in Rocky Mountain National Park. In this episode, we talk all about fishing in the park, including seasons, hatches, flies, gear, backcountry permits and camping, belly boating, and much more.

Sasquatch Fly Fishing: link

Joe’s Book: Fly Fishing and Guiding in Rocky Mountain National Park

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Ep 142: Outdoor Media and Getting More People Involved, with Terry Wickstrom

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Terry Wickstrom is the host of Terry Wickstrom Outdoors on 104.3 The Fan in Denver and has spent decades in outdoor radio, television, and print media. In this episode, we talk about ice fishing in Colorado, how Terry got started in the outdoor industry, the state of outdoor media, traditional radio vs. modern media, getting young people into the outdoors, and much more.

Terry Wickstrom Outdoors: link

Facebook: /TerryWickstromOutdoors

Youtube: link

Terry’s Music: Wickstrom & Dobroth

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Ep 141: Completing the Western Native Trout Challenge and the Utah Cutt Slam, with Michael Broome

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Michael Broome first appeared on Fish Untamed in episode 131 to talk about completing the Wyoming Cutt Slam. Since then, he has completed both the Utah Cutt Slam and the first tier of the Western Native Trout Challenge. In this episode, we talk about his recent trip out west completing these challenges, lessons he learned along the way, and much more.

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Ep 140: Lessons Learned and Catching Up on Troutman, Ültroüt, and Lucifish Runs, with Andrew Todd

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Andrew Todd is a regular on the show, also appearing in episode 1 and episode 121. He is the creator of the Rocky Mountain Flyathlon and the nonprofit Running Rivers. This past summer, Andrew and I completed an Ültroüt (Andrew) and Troutwoman (me) together, and Andrew also completed a Lucifish run a few months later. In this episode, we catch up on how things went and lessons we learned along the way.

Running Rivers: https://runningrivers.org

Instagram: @flyathlon

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Ep 139: A Lifetime of Fly Fishing Stories, with Graham Mott

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Graham Mott has been fly fishing for decades and has a lifetime of fun stories from the water. He recently released a book, “Hooked by Fly Fishing: Feel-Good Stories of Family and Friends, Life Lessons, Mishaps, and Mayhem.” In this episode, he tells me some of his favorite stories of fly fishing over the years, including being guided by a couple of outlaws in Alaska and hooking what he thought was a massive fish but turned out not to be.

Graham’s book: link

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Ep 138: Recent Trips to the Driftless and the San Juans, with Shawn Larson and Paul Vertrees

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Shawn Larson is a friend and multi-repeat guest on the show (episode 63 and 67), and Paul Vertrees is also returning to the show after appearing in episode 118. Paul and Shawn have been adventuring together all summer, and in this episode, we catch up on what they’ve been up to, including recent trips in the Driftless Area and the San Juan Mountains of Colorado.

Paul:

Blog: Tenkara Tracks

YouTube: link

Instagram: @tenkaratracks

Facebook: /TenkaraTracks/

Email: paul@royalgorgeanglers.com

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Ep 137: Backpacking, Fishing with Dogs, and the Utah Cutt Slam, with Zig Peacock

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Zig Peacock is the President of the Weber Basin Anglers chapter of Trout Unlimited and a (as of the release date of this episode) four-time completer of the Utah Cutt Slam. In this episode, we talk about his responsibilities as President of his Trout Unlimited chapter, what it’s like fishing with his two crazy Labs, and his experiences completing multiple Utah Cutt Slams over the years.

Youtube: @In2Mtns

Instagram: @In2Mtns

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Ep 136: Fly Fishing Adventures and Conservation Policy, with Gabriella Hoffman

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Gabriella Hoffman is a freelance outdoor writer, host of the District of Conservation Podcast, and works in conservation policy. In this episode, we talk about her journey getting introduced to fly fishing, her work in conservation and podcasting, and how various states have managed the right to hunt and fish.

Instagram: @Gabriella_Hoffman

Facebook: /TheGabbyHoffman

X: @Gabby_Hoffman

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Ep 135: Declining Salmon Populations and the Salmon Wars Project, with Cody McLaughlin

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Cody McLaughlin is an Alaskan angler and salmon advocate. He recently released a new project, Salmon Wars, that focuses on threats to salmon and what can be done to mitigate population declines. In this episode, we discuss his attempts to complete state fish slams, the threats facing Alaskan salmon, why robust salmon populations matter, and what people can do to help.

Salmon Wars: link

Trout Stream Studios: link

Facebook: /troutstreamstudios

Instagram: @mclaugh1985

Twitter: @mclaugh19

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Ep 134: Women’s Backcountry Adventures, with McKenna Hulslander

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0000

McKenna Hulslander is an avid backcountry angler and the owner of Outcast Adventures, an outfitter dedicated to getting women out into the backcountry to fish, raft, and explore the beautiful Montana wilderness. In this episode, McKenna and I talk about how women’s backcountry trips differ from co-ed trips, what she has learned working with anglers of all skill levels, the gear she uses when she’s on personal trips in the backcountry, and her experience getting into a bush plane crash.

Outcast Adventures: link

Instagram: @mckennahulslander

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Ep 133: A Deep Dive into the Driftless Region, with George Kaider

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0000

George Kaider (also appearing in episodes 95 and 119) is the owner of In the Flow Fly Fishing, a guide service in Wisconsin. George grew up fishing the Driftless Region for beautiful brook and brown trout, and the area continues to hold a special place in his heart. In this episode, we talk about how the Driftless Region came to be, what the landscape is like, access laws, species and techniques, and much more.

In the Flow Fly Fishing Website: link

Email: intheflowflyfishing@gmail.com

Personal Instagram: @zivio51

Guide Service Instagram: @intheflowflyfishing

Personal Facebook: link

Guide Service Facebook: link

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Ep 132: Catching Every Salmonid Species, with Tad Murdock

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Tad Murdock owns and guides for Georgia Wild Trout. When he is not fishing Georgia with his clients, he is usually traveling the world in search of new species to catch. Tad’s current goal is to catch all the salmonid species in the world. He has pretty much finished the North American species and has also caught numerous species native to other countries. He hopes to wrap up in the next few years. In this episode, we talk about how he came up with this goal, stories from his adventures around the country and around the world, which species have been harder than expected, things he’s learned about fishing along the way, and much more.

Website: georgiawildtrout.com

Guide Instagram: @georgiawildtrout

Personal Instagram: @Tadpolefishin

Facebook: /GeorgiaWildTrout

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Ep 131: The Wyoming Cutt Slam, with Michael Broome

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0000

I first saw Michael Broome’s name in an email sent out by the Wyoming Game and Fish Department, which mentioned that a group from Kentucky had become the first from their state to complete the Wyoming Cutt Slam. The slam involves catching four of the five cutthroat subspecies in Wyoming. In this episode, Michael talks me through the experience, including planning, how it went day-by-day, and setbacks along the way. He also talks about the group’s plan to move onto other western trout slams in the future.

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Ep 130: Fly Fishing in the UK and Staying Grounded on the Water, with Marina Gibson

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Marina Gibson grew up fishing many of the well known streams of the UK. After traveling and fishing much of the world, she returned home and founded The Northern Fishing School, where anglers of all skill levels come to learn more about casting and fishing. She also recently released a book: Cast, Catch, Release: Finding Serenity and Purpose through Fly Fishing. In this episode we talk about her journey through fly fishing and the opportunities she has fishing for salmon in the UK.

Instagram: @marinagibsonfishing

Northern Fishing School: link

Book: link

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Ep 129: Choosing the Right Technique, with Charles Humphrey III

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Charles Humphrey III is a Grammy Award–winning bluegrass musician who has played with the Steep Canyon Rangers and, currently, the Songs From the Road Band. He is also the owner of Beast Coast Anglers, a fishing guide service covering Tennessee, North Carolina, and Georgia. In this episode, we start by talking a bit about his music career and what it’s like to be a professional songwriter and bluegrass artist. Then, we dive into various fishing techniques including indicator nymphing, tightline nymphing, streamer fishing, dry-dropper rigs, double-dry rigs, and dry-emerger setups. We talk about how to fish each effectively and when Charles would use one technique over another.

Website: Beast Coast Anglers

Instagram: @beastcoastanglers

Facebook: /beastcoastanglersflyfishing

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Ep 128: Trout, Art, and Duck Hunting, with Dan Brown

Thu, 23 May 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Dan Brown is an author (not that author), artist, and angler. Dan grew up catching bugs and fish, but has since become a full-time artist. He has traveled the world catching different fish and capturing their beauty through his art. He also recently published a book, “Trout: A Fictitious History,” in which he reimagines real species and subspecies of trout if their looks got a makeover. In this episode, we discuss the book, what it’s like to make a living as an artist, some of his adventures around the world, some favorite ways to prepare fish, and the joy of duck hunting.

Website: link

Facebook: /danbrownartwork

Instagram: @danbrownartwork

Merch: link

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Ep 127: Matching the Hatch, with Jeff Johnson

Thu, 09 May 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Jeff Johnson is a guide, fly tier, and cofounder of Identafly, an AI-based fly identification app. In this episode, we talk about whether new flies are actually still being designed, what’s important when trying to match a fly to a bug, how important matching the hatch actually is, how to make your fly stand out from the millions of real insects on the water, some useful features in the Identafly app, and much more.

IdentaFly is available on Apple and Android Platforms

Website: IdentaFly.app

Facebook: /IdentaFly

Instagram: @IdentaFly

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Ep 126: Bartram’s Bass and the Black Bass Slam, with Will Mundhenke

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Will Mundhenke is a State Naturalist with the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, Chair with the South Carolina Native Fish Coalition, and leads multiple programs through the state to get new anglers introduced to their plentiful fisheries. In this episode, Will fills me in on the Bartram’s bass, a beautiful bass native to South Carolina. We also talk about the Black Bass Slam, a challenge to catch all four species of bass in the state, which is a great opportunity to see the diverse habitats that support fishing around South Carolina.

A note from Will regarding his use of the terms “spotted bass” and “Alabama bass” in the episode:

"According to the South Carolina Hunting and Fishing Laws and Regulations Guide, the four black bass species in the state officially include the Spotted Bass. However, the agency is conducting genetic research to determine whether or not this is in fact an Alabama Bass instead of the previously named Spotted Bass."

Instagram: @rangerwillgarrett

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Ep 125: Fish-Slapping the Hardrock 100 and DIY Packrafting in Alaska, with Bryon Powell

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Bryon Powell is an ultra-runner, Vice President of Running Rivers, founder and former editor-in-chief of iRunFar.com, and the most decorated Flyathlete out there. In this episode, Bryon shares how we went from strictly a runner to a runner and angler, and how he fish-slapped one of the hardest trail races in the country: the Hardrock 100. We also talk about his trip to Alaska, during which he did a DIY packrafting trip down the Togiak River.

Instagram: @bryon_powell

Facebook: /bryon.powell

Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/1408349

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Ep 124: The Brook Trout of the Smokies, with Ian Rutter

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Ian Rutter is a guide, artist, and Smoky Mountain angler. Though he used to guide on tailwaters, he now focuses exclusively on wild Smoky Mountain brook trout. In this episode, we talk about how he got into guiding and art, what it’s like fishing the Smokies, how these brook trout differ from other brook trout, and much more.

Outfitter Website: https://www.randrflyfishing.com

Art Website: https://www.ianrutterart.com

Outfitter Facebook: /RandRFlyFishing

Outfitter Instagram: @RandRFlyFishing

Art Facebook: /IanRutterArt

Art Instagram: @IanRutterArt

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Ep 123: Healing Through Fly Fishing and the Tallapoosa Bass, with Rowell Guevarra

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Rowell Guevarra is a veteran and is more involved in helping the fly fishing community than anyone I’ve ever met. He is an EAFF Guide, PHWFF Assistant Program Lead, TMP Lead Mentor Advisor, OARS Foundation board member and guide, and AL Native Fish Coalition board member. In this episode, we talk about his work across various nonprofits, how he was introduced to fishing through PHWFF, fishing for the Tallapoosa bass, and much more.

Facebook: /rowell.on.the.river

IG: @rowell.on.the.river

East Alabama Fly Fishing: www.eastalabamaflyfishing.com

OARS Foundation: www.oarsf.org

Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing: https://projecthealingwaters.org/

The Mayfly Project: https://themayflyproject.com/

Native Fishing Coalition: https://nativefishcoalition.org/

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Ep 122: Looking Back and Looking Ahead, with Mel Moss

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0000

This is the annual episode I do with my pal, Mel, where we look back on the previous year and look forward to the year ahead. We talk about whether we completed our goals and what our upcoming goals are. In this episode, Mel also talks about her DIY trip to Alaska where she and her husband rented a vehicle and caught trout, salmon, and char on easy-to-access rivers without a bush plane.

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Ep 121: Running, Fishing, and Drinking Beer, with Andrew Todd

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Andrew Todd was the very first guest I had on the show, back on episode 1. He is the creator of the Rocky Mountain Flyathlon, one of my favorite events every year, and its overarching nonprofit, Running Rivers. Andrew is a running, fishing, and beer-drinking enthusiast, and he is using these interests to raise money for native fish conservation. In this episode, we talk about ongoing conservation efforts being funded by the organization, as well as many of the “side projects” created by Running Rivers including the Fastest Known Fish, the Troutman series of runs, Fishslapping, and the upcoming Nascarp race.

Running Rivers: https://runningrivers.org

Instagram: @flyathlon

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Ep 120: Bluelining for Redeye Bass, with Matt Lewis

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Dr. Matt Lewis is a redeye bass expert, both as an academic and as an angler. He describes redeye bass as what you would get if you crossed a brook trout and a smallmouth bass, with the aggression of a bass but the habitat of a trout. In this episode, we discuss the recent decision to break redeye bass into five distinct species, what differentiates the species, where they’re found, the appropriate gear for targeting them, the threats they’re facing, and much more.

Website: link

Instagram: @redeyebassflyfishing

Email: redeyebassflyfishing@gmail.com

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Ep 119: The Great Lakes Salmon Run, with George Kaider

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 10:00:00 -0000

George Kaider first came on the show (episode 95) to talk about fly fishing for pike. Now he is back to walk me through fishing for salmon in the Great Lakes, specifically king and coho salmon in Wisconsin. In addition to the gear, flies, and techniques needed for these species, he also throws in their other migratory species: lake-run browns and steelhead. We cover seasonality, bluelining some of the smaller tributaries, why fish eat when they’re not feeding, and much more.

In the Flow Fly Fishing Website: link

Email: intheflowflyfishing@gmail.com

Personal Instagram: @zivio51

Guide Service Instagram: @intheflowflyfishing

Personal Facebook: link

Guide Service Facebook: link

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Ep 118: Tenkara and Being at Home in the Backcountry, with Paul Vertrees

Thu, 04 Jan 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Paul Vertrees is a guide at Royal Gorge Anglers in Cañon City, CO. He specializes in leading backcountry trips, often overnight, and using lightweight tenkara gear. In this episode, we discuss thriving vs. surviving while on remote trips, the myth that tenkara is only for small fish, how to handle larger fish on a tenkara rod, the pros and cons of using tenkara vs. western fly fishing gear, and much more.

Blog: Tenkara Tracks

YouTube: link

Instagram: @tenkaratracks

Facebook: /TenkaraTracks/

Email: paul@royalgorgeanglers.com

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Ep 117: Fly Fishing for Walleye and Catfish, with Jeff Liskay

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Jeff Liskay is the owner and operator of Great Lakes Flyfishing. Jeff has experience chasing many lesser-thought-of species on a fly, such as walleye, gar, and catfish. In this episode, we focus mostly on walleye, covering Jeff’s strategies for targeting them in the Great Lakes. Afterward, we also discuss how he changes his techniques to instead target channel catfish.

Instagram: @greatlakesdude or @greatlakesflyfishingllc

TikTok: @jeffliskay @greatlakesflyfishing

Facebook: /greatlakesflyfishingllc or /jeff.liskay

Website: link

GIPHY Stickers: Groovy Great Lakes Flyfishing

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Ep 116: The Importance of Native Fish, with Bob Mallard

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bob Mallard is the Executive Director of the Native Fish Coalition (NFC), a nonprofit dedicated to restoring and protecting native fish. In this episode, we talk about the origin of NFC, the work they do, what does and doesn’t work for fish conservation, the value of native species, and much more.

Email: Info@NativeFishCoalition.org

Website: link

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Ep 115: Steelhead, Bass, Pike, and Musky, with Dan Pribanic

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Dan Pribanic is the owner of Chagrin River Outfitters in northeastern Ohio. They have an abundance of species nearby, including steelhead, smallmouth bass, pike, musky, and walleye. In this episode, we discuss what it’s like to open and run a fly shop, steelhead fishing in the Great Lakes tributaries, and how to target the various other species they have nearby.

Website: link

Facebook: /ChagrinRiverOutfitters

Instagram: @chagrin_river_outfitters

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Ep 114: Giant Brook Trout in Labrador, with Scott Muelrath

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Scott Muelrath has taken many trips to Labrador over the years, but his favorite species to catch there are undoubtedly the giant brook trout that call the lakes in Labrador home. In this episode, he tells me about some of his trips, what it’s like to fish for such remote brook trout, the gear and techniques required, and much more.

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Ep 113: Fishing, Writing, and Chocolate-making, with Tom Rosenbauer

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Tom Rosenbauer is the author of over 20 fly fishing books, host of the Orvis Fly Fishing Podcast, Chief Enthusiast at Orvis, and one of the biggest names in the fly fishing world today. In this episode, Tom and I talk about how he got started in fly fishing, what it’s like to watch a trout stream go through seasonal cycles, beaver activity on his home stream, what gets him excited about fishing these days, making homemade chocolate, and much more.

Orvis Fly-Fishing Podcast: Apple Podcasts

The Orvis Learning Center: link

Instagram @rosenbauert

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Ep 112: Fishing and Podcasting, Guest Appearance on Wet Fly Swing

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Dave Stewart hosts the Wet Fly Swing Podcast and was generous enough to invite me on his show. He was also a guest on episode 96 of Fish Untamed. In this episode, I get to be on the other side of the microphone as Dave and I chat about backcountry fishing, ethical harvest, and some of the nitty-gritty details of running a podcast.

Wet Fly Swing website: link

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Ep 111: Brook Trout Updates and Troutman Success, with Palmer Henson

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Palmer Henson is a regular guest on the show, also appearing on episodes 3 and 62 to talk about his ongoing Georgia brook trout project. In this episode, he updates me on where the project currently stands and also fills me in on his recent Troutman completion in Wyoming.

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Ep 110: Fishing the Alpine Backcountry, with Mark Merritt

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Mark Merritt is a diehard alpine angler who spends most of his summers high in the backcountry fishing alpine lakes. When he’s not chasing cutthroats, he’s scouring the internet, books, and reports to find his next spot. In this episode, we talk about the resources he uses to plan his backcountry adventures, what he loves about the remote alpine setting, the gear he brings, and how to be a good steward of the resource.

Instagram: @thedirewulff

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Ep 109: Completing a Troutwoman, with Katie Mazzia

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 12:00:00 -0000

Katie Mazzia and I met at the Flyathlon many years ago and became fast friends. She is much more of a runner than I, and she recently completed her first Troutwoman, which included 26.2 miles of running, 3000 feet of elevation gain, four species of fish, and a 12% beer in under 12 hours. In this episode, she told me the story of her Troutwoman completion, how she prepared for it, and what she usually brings on her fishing trail runs.

Instagram: @vail_buckeye

Twitter: @vailrd

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Ep 108: Fishing the Vail Valley and Exploring the West, with Benny Piekarz

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Benny Piekarz is a guide and the General Manager of Colorado Angling Company. Benny and I met at a lodge in Belize and found out we were from the same neck of the woods. He has guided in Alaska, Colorado, Idaho, Wyoming, and Montana, and he also works as a private chef and carpenter. In this episode, we talk about his time in Belize, fishing around the Vail Valley, and some of his memorable experiences working around the West.

Website: link

Colorado Angling Website: link

Ben’s Instagram: @bennypieks

Colorado Angling Instagram: @colorado_angling_company

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Ep 107: Fly Tying Tips, Tools, and Techniques, with Tim Cammisa

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Tim Cammisa is an expert fly tier and angler and is the owner of Trout and Feather. He is also the author of the book Fly Tying for Everyone, as well as an upcoming book about Euro-nymphing flies and techniques. In this episode, Tim covers the tools that every fly tier should have, common materials and how to go about substituting them, mistakes most beginners make, and much more.

Website: Trout and Feather

YouTube: link

Instagram: @troutandfeather

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Ep 106: Belize Fishing Recap, with Mike Kusold

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0000

I have a special guest for today’s episode. My brand new husband, Mike, is on the show to have a beer with me and recap our recent honeymoon trip to Belize. This was our first saltwater experience, and we had a blast chasing bonefish, tarpon, permit, barracuda, and plenty of other fish from a skiff and wading the flats on the Turneffe Atoll.

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Ep 105: The Dirty Bomber and Atlantic Salmon, with Paul White

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Paul White is a counselor, angler, and writer. He has a story featured in the new book Tales of the Great Outdoors, which is a compilation of hunting and fishing stories from Newfoundland and Labrador. In his article, he recounts the creation of the Dirty Bomber fly, a variation he created that embraces the idea of excellence over perfection. In this episode, we talk about fishing as a way to improve mental health, fishing in Labrador, Atlantic salmon, and the creation of the Dirty Bomber fly.

Website: link

Twitter: @paulmwhitey

Linkedin: link

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Ep 104: The Wilds of Alaska, with Jeff Lund

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Jeff Lund is the host of the Mediocre Alaskan Podcast and author of A Miserable Paradise: Life in Southeast Alaska. He also has an upcoming book, Beyond the Hunt, which will be released this May. In this episode, we talk about fishing in Alaska, how subsistence regulations work, and some of Jeff’s hunting and fishing adventures around the state.

Website: https://www.themediocrealaskan.com/

Instagram: @alaskalund

Instagram: @themediocrealaskan

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Ep 103: A Life of Fly Fishing Travel, with Matt Podobinski

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Matt Podobinski is a guide at Aniak River Lodge and host/guide at Fish Colombia. He is one of the most well-traveled guests I’ve ever had on the show, having fished in Alaska, Colombia, Bolivia, Chile, India, Mongolia, Seychelles, Brazil, Honduras, Panama, Argentina, and more. In this episode, he tells me about his adventures fishing around the world, including throwing giant spiders out of camp in the Amazon, fishing alongside fresh tiger tracks in India, and throwing squirrel flies for the biggest trout in the world in Mongolia.

Email: mpwilderman@gmail.com

Instagram: @Mpwilderman

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Ep 102: Saltwater 101, with Tom Rowland

Thu, 25 May 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Tom Rowland has hosted and produced several fishing TV shows including Saltwater Experience, Into the Blue, and Life on the Water. He is also the founder of the Waypoint Podcast Network and Waypoint TV, and host of the Tom Rowland Podcast. Tom has a vast and diverse fishing knowledge, including many years of flats fishing experience. We are taking our first trip to saltwater fly fish this June in Belize. Naturally, I wanted to pick the brain of someone who knows what they’re doing. In this episode, Tom walks me through the basics of doing my first saltwater trip. We cover how freshwater fishing skills compare to saltwater skills, how to target various species, what to expect in terms of weather and water conditions, gear, and much more.

Tom’s Instagram: @tom_rowland

Tom Rowland Podcast Instagram: @tom_rowland_podcast

Saltwater Experience Instagram: @saltwater_experience

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Ep 101: The People, Places, and Things that Go Into Fishing, with Matthew Lourdeau

Thu, 11 May 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Matthew Lourdeau runs the Casting Across blog and podcast. I love the topics Matthew covers, which often include finding ways to connect more deeply with the things we enjoy doing. In this episode, we talk about how he got his start in the industry, how he transitioned to running Casting Across, ways to find out more about your local fly fishing history, and how to get “deeper” into the rich culture of fly fishing.

Website: castingacross.com

Casting Across Fly Fishing Podcast

Instagram: @castingacross

Facebook: /castingacross

Twitter: @castingacross

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Ep 100: The Gila Traverse, with Patrick Bauman

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Patrick Bauman is a fellow backcountry fishing enthusiast and the owner of Colter Backcountry, a company focused on lightweight, backcountry fishing gear. In this episode, we talk about the hurdles of carrying gear on big trips, how he created Colter Backcountry, and his recent attempt at completing the Troutman. He also tells me about his upcoming adventure, the Gila Traverse, which is a 700-mile trek he created to fish his way through the historic range of the Gila trout.

Instagram: @colterbackcountry

Facebook: /colterbackcountry

Tiktok: @colterbackcountry

Website: colterbackcountry.com

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Ep 99: Grand Teton Fly Fishing and Sustainability, with Scott Smith

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Scott Smith is the managing owner and guide at Grand Teton Fly Fishing. In this episode, we talk about his local trout species, why cutthroats are such special fish, what the fishing is like around Jackson, what makes a good guide, and Scott’s vision for a more sustainable future in fly fishing.

Scott’s Instagram: @ssflyfish

Grand Teton Fly Fishing Instagram: @grandtetonflyfishing

Website: grandtetonflyfishing.com

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Ep 98: Fly Fishing for Smallmouth Bass, with Joe Davies

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Joe Davies is a guide and the owner of Milwaukee River Fly Fishing. After working as a fashion designer and Olympic and World Cup Freestyle skiing coach, Joe has focused on his passion for fly fishing the waters of southeastern Wisconsin for smallmouths, pike, and carp. In this episode, we talk about all things related to smallmouth bass fishing, including gear, techniques, seasons, and much more.

Milwaukee River Fly Fishing Website: link

Instagram: @milwaukee_river_fly_fishing

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Ep 97: Backcountry Fishing, Camping, Hide Tanning, and More: Guest Appearance on Buffalo Roamer Outdoors

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0000

I recently got to be a guest on the Buffalo Roamer Outdoors Podcast and wanted to release the audio here on Fish Untamed as well. Will Collins, the host of Buffalo Roamer Outdoors, was also recently a guest on my show, covering backcountry canoeing and fishing. Over on his podcast, I got to talk about everything from fishing to hide tanning, and I had a great time chatting with him.

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Ep 96: Swinging Flies for Steelhead, with Dave Stewart

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Dave Stewart is the host of the Wet Fly Swing Podcast and has been fishing for steelhead in the PNW since he was a child. In this episode, we talk about how he built one of the biggest fly fishing podcasts on the market, his recent trip to fish for Great Lakes steelhead, how the Great Lakes population compares to the steelhead of the PNW, steelhead life history, gear and techniques used to target them, and the magic of hooking one on the swing.

Website: link

Instagram: @wetflyswing

Email: dave@wetflyswing.com

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Ep 95: Fly Fishing for Pike, with George Kaider

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0000

George Kaider is an avid pike, musky, and smallmouth angler. He is also the owner of In the Flow Fly Fishing, a guide service in Wisconsin. In this episode, we dive deep into pike fishing on the fly. George walks me through the necessary gear, casting techniques, pike behavior, seasonality, landing tips, and much more. We also talk about the spiritual side of fly fishing and being “in the flow” on the water.

In the Flow Fly Fishing Website: link

Instagram: @zivio51

Guide Service Instagram: @intheflowflyfishing

Facebook: /george.kaider.9

Guide Service Facebook: link

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Ep 94: Our 2022 Recap and 2023 Goals, with Mel Moss

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0000

One of my best pals, Mel Moss, is back on the show for our annual New Year episode where we discuss our fishing goals from the last year, whether we achieved them, and what our goals for the upcoming year are. We cracked a few beers and had a great time catching up!

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Ep 93: Backcountry Fishing and Canoeing, with Will Collins

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Will Collins is the owner of Buffalo Roamer Outdoors, a guiding company focused on wilderness canoe and fishing trips. He also hosts a podcast of the same name. In this episode, we talk about the logistics of backcountry canoeing and fishing, including what you can bring, how to transport a canoe, how fly fishing works from a canoe, some of his favorite species to target, and some fun stories from his multi-month trips down some of the biggest rivers on the continent.

Website: link

Instagram: @Buffalo_Roamer

Facebook: /BuffaloRoamer

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Ep 92: Using Competition to Improve Your Skills, with Josh Miller

Thu, 05 Jan 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Josh Miller is the owner of Trout Yeah Guide Service and coach for the US Youth Fly Fishing Team, as well as a former member of Team USA. Josh has used his experience competing around the world to hone his fly fishing skills in a variety of settings. In this episode, we discuss how competition fly fishing works, the pros and cons of making fishing competitive, some of the lessons he’s learned over the years to make him a better angler, and how every angler can learn where to put their focus in order to improve their skills. Josh also has a book coming out soon called Euronymphing Tips, Tactics, and Techniques.

Trout Yeah Website: link

Fulling Mill Flies: link

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Ep 91: Putting the Fun Back in Fishing, with Nick Fiorini

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Nick Fiorini is a Jackson-based guide with Grand Teton Fly Fishing, Wind River Canyon Whitewater and Fly Fishing, and Big Wind River Fly Fishing. In this episode, we talk about how he got into guiding, some stories from his recent saltwater fishing trips, advice for anyone looking to get into guiding, why we need to protect our local fisheries, and the importance of getting back to fishing for the fun of it.

Instagram: @fish_with_fiorini

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Ep 90: Ethical Harvesting, with Jess Gantos

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Jess Gantos is a hunter and angler who splits her time between New Mexico and Ohio. She is a Program Assistant Lead with Project Healing Waters, a new member of New Mexico Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, and Ohio Women on the Fly participant. In this episode, we talk about some of her recent hunts, how she practices ethical harvesting as a way to connect with her food and environment, and her first written piece accepted by a fly fishing magazine.

Instagram: @justjessno_e

Email: jessgantos@gmail.com

Project Healing Waters Instagram: @phwff

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Ep 89: Trout and the Creative Process, with Colton Wright

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Colton Wright is a personal trainer by day and an artist by night. As an angler, most of his work centers around trout in various styles, including everything from watercolor to sculpture. In this episode, we talk about his love of getting into the backcountry for high country cutthroats, how he gets inspiration for his pieces, and how different art mediums lend themselves to capturing trout.

Instagram @CreeksToPeaks

Etsy Shop: link

Email: CreeksToPeaksLLC@gmail.com

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Ep 88: The Last Summer on the Sage, with Derek Bird

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Derek Bird is a Founding Editor of Fly Fusion Magazine, Producer of the International Fly Fishing Film Festival (IF4), and author of a new novel called Last Summer on the Sage. In this episode, Derek and I run the gamut of topics, from how to handle the urge to grab a rod when you’re fishing with someone new to the sport, to seeing colorful characters on the water, and switching from nonfiction to fiction fly fishing writing.

Instagram: @derekrbird

Fly Fusion Website: link

Buy the book: link

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Ep 87: The Community of Fishing, with Jess Suvak

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -0000

I met Jess Suvak this past summer at the Middle Creek Flyathlon and knew right away that we would get along. She does things all-out, and used a new-found obsession with fly fishing to wean herself off her obsession with trailrunning ultra-marathons. In addition to fishing and running, Jess also recently went on her first squirrel hunt and plans to go on a deer hunt this November, too! In this episode, we talk about her transition from ultra-marathoner to avid angler, how she finds purpose in the amazing community of fly fishing, and some of her recent travels around the country to fish.

Jess’s Instagram: @jessicasuvak

Ohio Women on the Fly Instagram: @ohiowomenonthefly

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Ep 86: Fly Fishing and Glass Blowing, with Martin Gerdin

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -0000

Martin Gerdin is a professional glassblower and passionate fly fisherman. He has combined his love of each by crafting one-of-a-kind glass trout pieces. Martin is inspired by the beautiful trout he catches and photographs himself, and he especially values native species in their historic range. In this episode, we talk about how he came to fly fishing through his journey of healing from addiction, how he began specializing in glass trout, and what goes into the glassblowing process.

Also, please consider using the promo code he has made for Fish Untamed listeners! You can get 10% off any piece from his store by using code FISHUNTAMED10

Instagram: @martin_gerdin_glass

Website: martingerdinglass.com

Email: martin@martingerdinglass.com

Promo code: FISHUNTAMED10 for 10% off

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Ep 85: Fishing as a Performance-Enhancing Tool, with Ryan Estes

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0000

Ryan Estes has decades of fly fishing experience under his belt and has started focusing even more on mastering the craft and fine-tuning his skills. He also views fly fishing as a performance-enhancing tool, taking lessons he has learned on the water and applying them to his career, relationships, and spiritual discipline. In this episode, we talk about some ways fishing can improve other aspects of your life, lessons we have learned over the years, how fishing can bring friends closer together, and why the heck someone would go paddleboarding without a rod.

Linkedin: link

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Ep 84: The Entomology of Fly Fishing, with Rick Hafele

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0000

Rick Hafele is an entomologist and avid fly fisherman. While Rick worked professionally in entomology for many years, he also enjoys applying his knowledge of bugs to his love of fishing. In this episode, we talk about entomology as it relates to trout, how fishes’ feeding behavior depends on what food sources are available, and some of the major groups of insects that are vital to a trout’s diet.

Website: rickhafele.com

Instagram: @rickhafele

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Ep 83: Ursula Lake, with Charles Harper Webb

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0000

Charles Harper Webb is a Professor of English at California State University, former psychotherapist, poet, and author. His recent book, Ursula Lake, is a dark and thrilling story about a husband and wife trying to save their marriage and a rock musician trying to get his career back, all centered around a fly fishing trip in the Canadian wilderness. In this episode, Charles and I talk about how he incorporates his passion for fishing into his work, some of the small fly fishing details in the book that I appreciated as an angler, and some of his trips to Canada to fish himself.

Website: charlesharperwebb.com

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Ep 82: Catching Every Species in Colorado, with Holden Ryu and Adam Thiret

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -0000

Holden Ryu and Adam Thiret, both going to school the rest of the year, spend their summers chasing a challenge they made for themselves: catching every gamefish species in CO. They’re not far from completing their challenge, and in this episode we talk about how the challenge came to be, some memorable experiences and species along the way, and the species they’re still working on (including a funny story about why the green sunfish, one of the easiest species on the list, is still uncaught).

Adam Email: adamnthiret@gmail.com

Adam Instagram: @adam.flyfish

Holden Email: ryuholden@gmail.com

Holden Instagram: @thebluecollarbrawler

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Ep 81: All Things Leaders, with Barry deCocq

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -0000

Barry deCocq is the owner of American Fork Anglers and specializes in custom leaders, including Euro, tightline, and standard. Barry believes the leader is the most important part of a fly fishing setup and has the experience to back it up. In this episode, we discuss Euro nymphing, the differences between custom and storebought leaders, how different styles of leaders vary, what goes into custom tying them, and more. At the end, we also discuss how social media has been detrimental to hidden gem fishing spots.

Website: AFAnglers.com

Instagram: @AmericanForkFly

Facebook: /AmericanForkAnglers

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Ep 80: Living the Trout Bum Life, with Nick Hill

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0000

In 2018, I traveled to Japan with a group of friends to ski the famous Hokkaido powder. One member of the group, Nick Hill, fell in love with Japan and decided to move there. Not long after, he became a trout bum, and he’s been immersing himself in Japan’s amazing fishing opportunities ever since. This is a pretty relaxed episode where we catch up on what he’s been up to, what it’s like being a trout bum in a foreign country, and some fun stories along the way.

IG: @_nickhill_

Youtube: link

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Ep 79: Fueling Yourself for the Backcountry, with Kyle Kamp

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0000

Kyle Kamp is a dietician and owner of Valley to Peak Nutrition, a company designed to help people fuel themselves properly for rigorous backcountry adventures. After losing 140 pounds himself and moving out west where he was immersed in the outdoors, Kyle wanted to help others get the proper nutrition for their trips into the backcountry. In this episode, we discuss how to get the right amounts of calories, carbs, fats, and protein in the backcountry and why the right types of foods can make such a difference on big trips. We also get into dehydrating your own meals to save money and have delicious backcountry food.

IG: @v2pnutrition

FB: /v2pnutrition

Website: V2pnutrition.com

Podcast: Valley to Peak Nutrition Podcast

Kyle’s Dehydrating Book: link

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Ep 78: More Stillwater Tips and Tricks, with Brian Chan

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0000

Brian Chan is the owner/operator of Riseform Flyfishing Ventures and guides stillwater fly fishing trips. Before guiding, Brian was a Provincial Fisheries Biologist for 35 years. He also writes a regular column in Fly Fusion Magazine and co-hosts the Sport Fishing on the Fly TV show. In this episode, we start by going over trout biology in lakes, including their feeding patterns, seasonal movements, and more. Then, we transition into fishing tips and techniques that are informed by these biological patterns.

Instagram: @brianchanflyfishing

Website: riseformflyfishing.com

Stillwater Store: stillwaterflyfishingstore.com

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Ep 77: Fishing Stillwaters, with Phil Rowley

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0000

Phil Rowley is the owner of Phil Rowley Fly Fishing and has over 35 years of fly fishing experience, primarily focused on stillwaters. He is also an author, speaker, video producer, brand ambassador, online instructor, YouTube creator, guide, and co-host of The New Fly Fisher TV show. In this episode, we discuss all things stillwater including flies, leaders, techniques, and finding fish. Phil also has a new book out called The Orvis Guide to Stillwater Trout Fishing.

Facebook: /PhilRowleyFlyFishing

Instagram: @philrowleyflyfishing

Website: flycraftangling.com (soon to transition to philrowleyflyfishing.com)

Stillwater Fly Fishing Store: stillwaterflyfishingstore.com

YouTube Channel: youtube.com/c/FlyCraftAngling

Book: link

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Ep 76: Fishing is for Everyone, with Erica Nelson

Thu, 26 May 2022 09:00:00 -0000

Erica Nelson is the cofounder of REAL Consulting, host of the Awkward Angler Podcast, Orvis Endorsed fly fishing guide, and Brown Folks Fishing Ambassador. She is currently working on season 3 of her podcast. Erica loves to fish and guide on the beautiful waters around Crested Butte, CO, and also works to make fly fishing a more inclusive sport for all. In this episode, we talk about the fishing in her part of the state, as well as why fishing should be welcoming to everyone and what can be done to make that happen.

Instagram: @awkwardangler

REAL Consultants Website: consultREAL.org

Awkward Angler Website: awkwardAngler.com

Rogue River Event, Oct 1-4, 2022: link

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Ep 75: Sleeper States and Backcountry Emergency Devices, with Rehan Nana

Thu, 12 May 2022 09:00:00 -0000

Rehan Nana works in the Outdoor Recreation department of Garmin and is also an avid fly angler and upland hunter. In this episode, he tells me about the amazing fishing opportunities in his area of the midwest and how he believes the world record brown trout may one day come out of southern Missouri. Then we get into the importance of carrying satellite devices in the backcountry and some of the options offered by Garmin.

Garmin website: link

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Ep 74: Backcountry Drinking Water, with Dr. Vince Hill

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Dr. Vince Hill is the Chief of the Waterborne Disease Prevention Branch of the CDC. In this episode, I got to pick his brain about backcountry drinking water. If you’ve ever spent a night in the backcountry, you’ve probably had to deal with water filtration or purification. We covered three main topics in this episode: the basics of contaminated water, what causes the contamination, and how we can fix it to make water drinkable.

CDC Guide to Backcountry Water: link

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Ep 73: Darkhouse Spearing in MN, with the Modern Carnivore Crew

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 08:00:00 -0000

This episode first aired on the Modern Carnivore Podcast, hosted by Mark Norquist. Mark was on Fish Untamed in 2021 (episode 51) and invited me up to MN to try my hand at darkhouse spearing. I decided to take him up on his offer this past January. In a nutshell, darkhouse spearing involves sitting over a large hole in the ice and throwing spears at passing fish. In reality, though, there’s much more to it, and we dive into it in this episode. This episode was recorded in a brewery after one of our days on the ice at -37 degrees.

Modern Carnivore Website: link

Modern Carnivore Podcast: link

Modern Carnivore Instagram: @modcarn

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Ep 72: The Backwoods of Maine, with Bob Romano

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Bob Romano and his wife have owned a seasonal cabin in the Rangeley Lakes Region of western Maine for nearly 40 years. He is an author and has written novels, short stories, essays, and magazine articles about the people that gravitate to this region where the brook trout are as large as you’ll find north of Labrador, its rich sporting history, and the many fly fishing opportunities that can be found here. In this episode, we discuss the Rangeley Lakes Region and some notable folks from the area.

Email: magalloway@mc.com

Website: forgottentrout.com

Blog: Link

Facebook: /forgottentrout

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Ep 71: Looking Back and Looking Ahead, with Mel Moss

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Mel Moss is back again to discuss our favorite 2021 fishing memories and what we have planned for 2022. We talk about my first greenback cutthroat trout and carp, as well as some fun trips Mel took last year. Looking ahead, I hope to do more tying this coming year and land a pike on the fly, and Mel fills me in on her upcoming trip to Guam, where she hopes to catch a jungle perch.

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Ep 70: Winter Camping, Picky Fish, and the Perfect Cocktail, with Aldo Pescatore-Tardioli

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 10:00:00 -0000

This episode with Aldo Pescatore-Tardioli is the third in a series of episodes I’ve been doing with the crew of So Fly. In this episode, Aldo tells me about the group’s adventures backcountry ice fishing, and also their home river that’s known for being a challenging spot to fish. When he’s not fishing with the rest of the So Fly crew, Aldo works as a bartender, so we also dive into that aspect of his life, and his idea of the perfect fishing cocktail.

So Fly Website: link

So Fly Youtube: link

Instagram: @thesoflycrew

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Ep 69: Telling the Fly Fishing Story, with Yilma Campbell

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Yilma Campbell is one of the creative minds behind the So Fly Podcast and other So Fly digital media. This is the second episode in a series of three I’m doing with the crew from So Fly. In this episode, Yilma tells me about what draws him to different species and techniques, how focusing on nothing but streamers for a whole year has made him a better angler, and what it’s like to produce high-quality fly fishing videos with some of his closest friends.

So Fly Website: link

So Fly Youtube: link

Instagram: @thesoflycrew

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Ep 68: Adventuring in Ontario, with Mitch Duesling

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Mitch Duesling is one of the three crew members of So Fly, a fly fishing podcast and digital media brand based in Toronto. This is the first of three episodes I’m doing with them. In this episode, Mitch tells me about how his first fish on the fly was a unique one (walleye!), shares his love of a good cocktail, and fills me in on Temagami, one of Ontario’s most beautiful and wild places for an angler to visit.

So Fly Website: link

So Fly Youtube: link

Instagram: @thesoflycrew

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Ep 67: Backcountry Fishing Gear, with Shawn Larson

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Shawn Larson (also appearing in episode 63) is back on the show to discuss his backcountry fly fishing equipment. In this episode, Shawn and I share what’s in our packs for two- to five-day fishing trips, including our sleep systems, food and cooking equipment, accessories, mapping software, and fishing gear. We also discuss some simple but effective skills for staying safe and knowing where you are.

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Ep 66: The Art of Preparing Fish, with Hank Shaw

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Hank Shaw is a cook, author, and procurer of wild and whole foods. He has written several wild game cookbooks, including Buck, Buck, Moose; Pheasant, Quail, Cottontail; Duck, Duck, Goose; and his newest called Hook, Line, and Supper. In this episode, Hank walks me through the entire process of eating your catch, from care in the field, to gutting and filleting, and finally cooking. We end with a super simple recipe for pan-fried whole trout that even the most novice cook can tackle.

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Website: Hunter, Angler, Gardener, Cook

Instagram: @huntgathercook

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Ep 65: The Angler’s Progression, with Preston Smith

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 08:00:00 -0000

Preston Smith (also appearing in episode 47) is the Managing Partner of Wildwood Environmental Credit Company and President of Trout Headwaters, Inc. In his last episode, we discussed environmental offsets and conservation, but in this episode, he’s back to talk about fishing. Specifically, we talked about the angler’s progression from wanting to catch a fish, to many fish, to big fish, and finally to helping others enjoy the sport.

Website: www.wildwoodcredits.com

Instagram: @wildwood_credits

Facebook: /wildwoodcredits

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Ep 64: Colorado High Country, Guest Appearance on Eastmans’ Fly Cast

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 08:00:00 -0000

Brian Barney (also appearing in episode 31) is a bowhunter, fly fisherman, and host of the Eastmans’ Fly Cast podcast, which focuses on adventure fly fishing all over the world and close to home. This episode first aired on his podcast, and he interviewed me about all things high country fishing in Colorado. It was fun to be on the other side of the microphone, and Brian and I had a great time getting into the nitty-gritty of backcountry fly fishing.

Eastmans’ Fly Cast

Instagram: @brian__barney

Eastmans’ Fly Cast Instagram: @eastmans_flycast

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Ep 63: Wilderness Fishing, with Shawn Larson

Thu, 25 Nov 2021 08:00:00 -0000

Shawn Larson has been on a mission to backpack all the Wilderness areas in Colorado. Although he hasn’t quite completed his goal yet, over the course of his trips, he’s gotten to fish in the majority of the Wildernesses. In this episode, Shawn and I crack a few beers and hear some fun stories from his time in the backcountry chasing wild fish.

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Ep 62: Georgia Mountain Brookies, with Palmer Henson and Sarah Baker

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 08:00:00 -0000

Palmer Henson is an avid angler from Georgia (also appearing in episode 3), who has spent the last few years trying to hunt down as many brook trout streams as he can in Georgia. Sarah Baker is a fisheries biologist with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources who focuses on trout. Palmer and Sarah have been working together on a sort of “citizen science” project, in which Palmer’s personal passion for finding remote brook trout streams assists the DNR with their surveys. In this episode, Palmer and Sarah discuss how they got connected, how they’ve been working together to uncover new brook trout streams, and a few ways the DNR will be able to use the data to protect this iconic species.

Palmer’s Instagram: @lost_angel_fly_fishing

Sarah’s email: sarah.baker@dnr.ga.gov

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Ep 61: Japan, New Zealand, and Tasmania, with Rick Wallace

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -0000

Rick Wallace runs Tackle Village, a site for gear, reviews, and advice from people who fish. Rick lives in southern Australia and also spent four years in Japan, giving him a wide range of international fly fishing experience. In this episode, we discuss Japan, New Zealand, and Tasmania. He covers the fisheries as a whole, as well as some tips for making a trip to one of these locations successful.

Website: tacklevillage.com

Fly tying hook tool: link

Facebook: /tacklevillage

Youtube: Tackle Village

Trout and King: website

Predator movie: link

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Ep 60: Guiding in Alaska, with Chris Ballerini

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -0000

Chris Ballerini is a guide in the Bristol Bay area of Alaska, and also my former coworker. Although he now pursues his love of music full time, he did manage to get up to Alaska for a month to go back to the guide life this fall. We recorded this episode just before he flew out, and he filled me in on what goes on in an Alaska fly fishing camp, including some great stories of bears and helicopter trips!

Instagram: @ chris.ballerini

Band website: Six Fox Whiskey

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Ep 59: Rare Fish, Spotburning, and Earning your Catch, with Jon Hill

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 07:00:00 -0000

Jon Hill is a writer, angler, and rodbuilder. He also appeared in episode 58 on building your own fly rod. This is a much more casual conversation that we recorded immediately afterward. In this one, we cracked a few beers and chatted about some of the trips we’ve taken over the years, the allure of rare fish in hard-to-reach areas, the ethics of asking people for their fishing spots, and the reward of working hard to find fish.

Instagram: @yellowfinrods

Website: www.yellowfinrods.com

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Ep 58: Building Your Own Fly Rod, with Jon Hill

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 07:00:00 -0000

Jon Hill is a writer, angler, and rodbuilder. He started his own custom fly rod company, Yellowfin Rods, after falling in love with the craft as a hobby. Jon was the person who first introduced me to the world of building fly rods, and helped me through the process of building my first one. In this episode, we cover how he got into rodbuilding, what goes into building a fly rod, the necessary materials, and what someone can expect when they get started.

Instagram: @yellowfinrods

Website: www.yellowfinrods.com

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Ep 57: Hunting, Fishing, and Public Lands, with Hal Herring

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 07:00:00 -0000

Hal Herring is a writer, hunter, angler, and conservationist. He has been featured in Field & Stream, High Country News, and Montana Outdoors, among many other publications. Hal grew up in Alabama, but now lives in Montana, where he enjoys chasing elk and high-country trout. In this episode, we cover his upbringing in the outdoors, the culture of southern outdoorsmen, the importance of public lands, and the government’s role in managing them for the good of the people.

Website: halherring.com

Public Trust Movie: link

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Ep 56: Superstition and Wild Places, with Allen Crater

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -0000

Allen Crater is a backcountry fanatic who has been on many adventures over the years. He just got back from a trip into the Montana backcountry with his two sons and came on to share some stories. In this episode, we discuss his recent trip to Montana, how having a little superstition in fishing can be helpful, and some of his previous trips that taught him a lesson or two about being in wild places.

Instagram: @allenoutside

Website: allenoutside.com

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Ep 55: Trout Fishing for Stripers, with Steve Culton

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -0000

Steve Culton is a writer, guide, and fly fishing instructor with a passion for stripers. He has taken a somewhat out-of-the box approach to catching them, employing techniques typically reserved for trout. In this episode, he walks me through his approach of “trout fishing for stripers,” including reading the situation before taking the first cast, using currents to drift small flies, making use of floating lines, and working the shoreline for cruising fish.

Instagram: @stevecultonflyfishing

Website: currentseams.com

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Ep 54: Wet Flies and Cutthroats, with Heidi Lewis

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -0000

Heidi Lewis is an avid angler and founder of Utah Women Flyfishers. She fishes nearly every week year-round, has completed the Utah Cutthroat Slam several times over, and is passionate about swinging wet flies. In this episode, she tells me about her introduction to fly fishing, a few stories about completing both the Utah and Wyoming Cutthroat Slams, and her preferred techniques for fishing wet flies and streamers.

Instagram: @heidiaqua

Email: heidiaqua@gmail.com

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Ep 53: The World of Fishing Photography, with Jessica Haydahl Richardson

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -0000

Jessica Haydahl Richardson is a professional photographer who specializes in the sportfishing industry. After getting invited to shoot a remote island salmon fishing trip, she continued to chase her passion throughout the world of fishing. From targeting bass with gear to fly fishing and offshore, she has made a name for herself in fishing photography. In this episode, she shares her history with fishing and photography, mentions a few of her favorite trips, and offers some tips to make any angler a better fish photographer.

Website: jessicahaydahlphotography.com/

Instagram: @haydahlphoto

Youtube: Link

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Ep 52: Wyoming Trip Recap, with Mel Moss

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 07:00:00 -0000

My buddy Mel Moss (also featured in episodes 12 and 13) and I spent four days fishing in Wyoming at the beginning of May. In this episode, we’re recapping our trip: talking about what went well, what didn’t, what we learned, and more. Many fish were caught, and even more laughs were had. If you’re looking for valuable knowledge and insights about fly fishing, this might not be the episode for you. But, if you want to get pumped up for a summer of fishing and feel like you’re hanging out, having drinks with friends, you’re in the right place!

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Ep 51: Fishing for Food, with Mark Norquist

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 07:00:00 -0000

Mark Norquist is the Founder of Modern Carnivore, an educational website and community devoted to bringing people closer to their wild foods. Mark is a generalist outdoorsman who loves to catch fish, hunt game, and forage for interesting foods in the woods. Growing up in Minnesota he had opportunities in every season to get outside with a different activity. His passion nowadays is to get other people outdoors by using storytelling and education as part of the Modern Carnivore platform. In this episode, we cover connection to food, why keeping fish can be a great thing, tips for keeping and cooking fish, and one of Mark’s favorite wintertime activities: darkhouse spearing.

Website: www.modcarn.com

Instagram: @modcarn

Twitter: @modcarn

Youtube: youtube.com/moderncarnivore

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Ep 50: Fishing Backcountry Alpine Lakes, with Ron Belak

Thu, 27 May 2021 07:00:00 -0000

Ron Belak is an avid backcountry fisherman and author of several books and many articles. His first book, Fly Fishing Colorado's Backcountry, details how to effectively fish Colorado’s remote alpine lakes and streams. His second book, published in April of 2021, is called The Fishing Guide to 800 High Lakes in Colorado, and discusses 800 lakes in the state that Ron and other anglers have personally fished. He has also published around 80 articles in the Colorado Outdoors magazine. In this episode, we discuss backcountry alpine lakes specifically. Ron details his motivations for getting off the beaten path, the gear he brings for day trips and overnight trips, fly selection, seasonal changes, finding good fishing spots, and much more!

Website: www.ronbelak.com

Fly Fishing Colorado's Backcountry

The Fishing Guide to 800 High Lakes in Colorado

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Ep 49: Great Lakes Steelhead Fishing, with Nick DelVecchio

Thu, 13 May 2021 07:00:00 -0000

Nick DelVecchio (also featured in episode 6) is a passionate angler and fly fishing guide based out of Franklin, PA. He is the owner and head guide at Wildwood Outfitters. Although Nick, like many of us, spends his summers focusing on trout, he spends the rest of the year targeting Great Lakes steelhead in PA, OH, and NY. In this episode, Nick walks me through the basics of Great Lakes steelhead fishing. We cover the controversy around calling these fish steelhead, their annual cycle, good and bad fishing conditions, crowds, flies, gear, and much more!

Website: wildwoodoutfitterspa.com

Instagram: @wildwoodoutfitterspa

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Ep 48: The Fly Fishing Collaborative, with Bucky Buchstaber

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 07:00:00 -0000

Bucky Buchstaber is the Founder and Executive Director of the Fly Fishing Collaborative, an organization dedicated to harnessing the fly fishing community to fight human trafficking. Bucky decided that he wanted to dedicate his life to helping others, and figured the best way to do so was to channel his passion for fishing into nonprofit work. The Fly Fishing Collaborative uses money raised through direct donations, film events, banquets, raffles, flies, and other products to build aquaponics farms for orphanages and safe homes. These farms not only provide an eco-friendly way to produce healthy and delicious food for victims of abuse, but also provide jobs for them. In this episode, we cover Bucky’s upbringing as a kid with the fishing “bug,” how he came up with the Fly Fishing Collaborative, the work they’ve done so far, and also some incredible stories of fishing overseas.

Website: www.flyfishingcollaborative.org

Instagram: @flyfishingcollaborative

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Ep 47: The Clean Water Act and Ecological Offsets, with Preston Smith

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 07:00:00 -0000

Preston Smith is the Managing Partner of Wildwood Environmental Credit Company and President of Trout Headwaters Inc. Wildwood owns, operates, and manages roughly 35,000 acres of permanently conserved ecosystems in the southern US. In this episode, Preston walks me through environmental offsets and how they work. We also discuss the Clean Water Act, including how it started, the changes that have been made over the years, and where we stand today.

Website: www.wildwoodcredits.com

Instagram: @wildwood_credits

Facebook: /wildwoodcredits

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Ep 46: Trout Fishing and the Blair Witch Project, with Michael Williams

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 07:00:00 -0000

Michael C. Williams is a passionate fly fisherman and also starred in one of my favorite horror films, the Blair Witch Project. I was so excited when I learned this, and even more so when he agreed to take the time to speak with me. The bulk of this episode is geared toward his love of fishing. We discuss the need for closures on certain waterways for the benefit of the fish, his desire to pick up Euro-nymphing in the upcoming season, how his father introduced him to fishing and also brought him back to it later in life, and his local Croton watershed. Near the end, I got to pepper him with questions about the Blair Witch Project, and he gave me some awesome tidbits about the movie as a whole and the fishing scenes at the start of the movie.

Michael is also starring in the upcoming psychological thriller film, Grafton.

Blog: At Last to Wade the River

Instagram: @sippingrises

Youtube: SippingRises

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Ep 45: Pandemic Trends in the Outdoors, with Scott Roush

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 07:00:00 -0000

Scott Roush is the Deputy Regional Manager of the Northeast Region of Colorado Parks & Wildlife. In this episode, we discussed the pandemic’s effect on the outdoor industry. While Scott’s facts and figures were specific to Colorado, many of the overall trends were not. We covered the increase in outdoor recreation during the lockdown, issues faced by the state due to concentrated numbers of users, trends in fishing vs. hunting license sales, the new requirement for access to state wildlife areas, proposed permitting systems to alleviate pressure on sensitive areas, and more.

CPW Website: Colorado Parks and Wildlife

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Ep 44: Fly Fishing the Everglades, with John Kumiski

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 08:00:00 -0000

John Kumiski is a writer, photographer, guide, and teacher. After leaving his childhood home in Massachusetts and settling down in Florida, John got to know the Everglades quite well. While it’s easy to think of the vast landscapes of the west or the dense woods of the northeast when you hear the word “backcountry,” John frequently finds the same solitude by paddling deep into the marshes and brackish water of the Everglades, camping on chickees and fishing from a kayak. In this episode, we discuss the Everglades as a whole, fish species, gear and techniques, special considerations for this area of the country, and some things to keep in mind if you’re trying to plan your own trip to fish in Florida.

Website: johnkumiski.com

Website: spottedtail.com

Instagram: @spottedtailflyfish

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Ep 43: The Art of Bamboo, with Derek Sheehan and Ron Barch

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 08:00:00 -0000

Derek Sheehan and Ron Barch are Michigan-based bamboo rodbuilders. After years of playing around with the idea of building his first bamboo rod, Derek reached out to a forum for help, where he ended up being connected with Ron, who took him under his wing. Ron has made hundreds of bamboo rods, including some he designed himself. In this episode, Derek and Ron break down the process for me. We start with an overview of how bamboo rods compare to glass and graphite, how lengths and tapers matter, and why bamboo is such a precise art. Then we move on to the nitty-gritty of what goes into the building process, including splitting, planing, straightening, and more. If you’ve ever had an interest in the art of bamboo, this is your episode.

Ron’s website: www.aldercreekangling.com

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Ep 42: Fly Fishing for Panfish, with Bart Lombardo

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 08:00:00 -0000

Bart Lombardo is a panfish fanatic and loves chasing them with a fly rod. Although he considers himself a fan of all fish species, bluegills, crappies, perch, and other panfish are his forte. He is the creator of Panfish on the Fly, a website and Facebook group where thousands of people come together to share their love of these fish. In this episode, we cover a wide range of topics, including which species are considered panfish, where they’re found, seasonal changes in their behavior, fly selection, catching big ones, the differences between species, and gear.

Website: www.panfishonthefly.com

Email: info@panfishonthefly.com

Facebook: Panfish On The Fly & The Panfish On The Fly Group (10k members)

Instagram: @panfish_on_the_fly

Twitter: @panfishonthefly

Pinterest: @PanfishOnTheFly

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Ep 41: Tools for Backcountry Navigation, with Mike Raether

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -0000

Mike Raether, who first appeared back on episode 22 to talk about using pack goats for backcountry fly fishing, is back again. This time, he came on to talk about backcountry navigation. Of course, it’s not really possible to actually learn how to navigate with a map and compass over an hour-long audio podcast, so this episode is more about the pros and cons of digital and paper maps, when you might use each one, where to find good topo maps, helpful tools to pair with a map, and some tips and tricks to be more confident while trying to find your way around.

Resources Mike mentions:

Be Expert with Map and Compass by Bjorn Kjellstrom

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Ep 40: Getting Kids into the Outdoors, with Tim and Wren Hepworth

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -0000

Tim Hepworth is known to many by the social media handle @timandwren, which he shares with his daughter, Wren. Tim and Wren, who at the time of recording is five years old, get out on the water together as often as they can. Wren has been fishing for years, and although she sometimes needs help with the finesse of setting the hook or making long casts, she is already a well-rounded angler. She’s a big fan of bugs, boats, and of course, brown trout. In this episode, I talk with Tim about his unexpected journey into fatherhood and what it means to him to spend so much quality time outside with his daughter. We also do a good deal of chatting about how to make the outdoors enjoyable for your own kids. At the end, Wren herself makes a surprise appearance to share some of her favorite parts of fly fishing.

Instagram: @timandwren

Tim’s Instagram: @timothyhepworth

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Ep 39: Guide and Angler, Alex Ermatinger

Thu, 24 Dec 2020 08:00:00 -0000

Alex Ermatinger and I met just a few hours before sitting down to record this episode, as he passed through town on his way to an antelope hunt. Alex is a hunter, angler, and guide who moves around throughout the year chasing different seasons across the country. In the summer, Alex guides in the Black Canyon of the Gunnison chasing rainbows and browns, including during the legendary salmonfly hatch. He spends his falls in Michigan, helping clients land Chinook salmon to take home for the table. In this episode, we cover a little of everything, from guiding stories to a brief history of Pacific salmon in the Great Lakes.

Website: Tinger Guide Service

Gunnison River guiding: Gunnison River Expeditions

Instagram: @tingerguideservice

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Ep 38: Fly Fishing Media, with Joe Evans

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 08:30:00 -0000

Joe Evans is a Journalism student at the University of Montana, and aspiring guide and media creator. He spends his summers with Henry’s Fork Anglers in Island Park, ID, and one day hopes to travel, fish, and create media around his adventures. In this episode, we discuss storing a drift boat with limited space, the pros and cons of drift boats vs. rafts, fishing Pyramid Lake, careers in the fly fishing media world, how he balances fishing with content creation, and a few quick tips for photographing your catch.

Website: www.idafly.com

Instagram: @idaaflyy

Email: idaaflyy@gmail.com

Youtube: Ida Fly

Henry’s Fork Anglers

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Ep 37: Why We Do It, with Nick Viau

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 08:00:00 -0000

Nick Viau is a traditional bowhunter and fly fisherman, and cohost of the Traditional Outdoors Podcast alongside Steve Angell. Nick is a dive-right-in kind of guy who always goes straight for the type of activities others build up to. He’s an avid smallmouth angler, but also loves chasing trout, panfish, and anything else that’ll take his fly. In this episode, we cover everything from why Nick is drawn to fly fishing and how he likes to do it, to what different species and techniques offer, and some of his favorite memories. We also start off with a short discussion of how fly fishing’s social media presence has evolved over the years and how the forum has gone by the wayside.

Instagram: @nick.viau

Traditional Outdoors Instagram: @traditionaloutdoors

Website: Life and Longbows

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Ep 36: Traditional Outdoor Pursuits, with Steve Angell

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 09:00:00 -0000

Steve Angell is a lifelong outdoorsman and host of the Traditional Outdoors Podcast, which focuses on fly fishing, trad bowhunting, and other similar outdoor pursuits. A frequent fisher of Georgia’s native brook trout streams, Steve has switched mostly to fiberglass rods. In this episode, we talk about what Steve enjoys about fiberglass, how his trip out west opened up opportunities to fish new types of water, what he considers to be traditional in the world of outdoor sporting, and the type of community he values. He also shares some meaningful stories from his hunting and fishing adventures.

Simply Traditional Website - www.simplytraditional.net

Traditional Outdoors - www.traditionaloutdoors.com

Facebook: /TraditionalOutdoors

Instagram: @traditionaloutdoors

Twitter: @tradoutdoors

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Ep 35: A New Angler’s Perspective, with Sam Ayres

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 07:00:00 -0000

Sam Ayres is a hunter, podcaster, and most recently, a new fly fisherman. Sam grew up catching fat stocker rainbows on a spin rod but always wanted to try fly fishing. After picking up his first rod a year ago, he has slowly started building up his knowledge and skills. And in the past few months, he’s had more time to seriously devote to it. Since he recently passed through Colorado after an Arizona elk hunt, we decided to hit the water together and get him on his first cutthroats and brown trout. After our day on the river, we sat down to record an episode about our day of fishing, what he has learned and been surprised by during the process, and other thoughts as a new angler. Also, check out Sam’s podcast, The Wild Initiative (which may sound familiar to those of you who have listened to Fish Untamed since the beginning).

Website: www.thewildinitiative.com

Apple Podcasts: Podcast page

Instagram: @thewildinitiative

GoWild: Samuel Ayres

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Ep 34: Making the Most of Time on the Water, with Darrin Schenck

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 07:00:00 -0000

Darrin Schenck is an avid fly fisherman and head coach of the Arizona State University racquetball team. We had originally planned to talk mostly about his recent fishing trip to Utah and Idaho. When the fishing success turned out to be less than expected, we decided to switch gears a bit and branch out more in the conversation. What followed was a discussion of what happens when the fishing is lackluster, some of the better trips Darrin has been on, and how he makes the most of the time he has left to fish with his father. I also got to hear about how his favorite fish isn’t the biggest one he has caught, and why the best memories don’t always correspond to the measurements of the fish itself. Near the end, we also get into the pros and cons of trying to turn fishing into a career. All in all, it was a rich and thought-provoking conversation that took some really enjoyable turns.

Website: darrinchatter.com

Email: darrin@darrinchatter.com

Instagram: @darrinchatter

Twitter: @darrinchatter

Linkedin: Darrin Chatter

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Ep 33: April Vokey, on Anchored Outdoors and Well-Rounded Skills

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 08:00:00 -0000

April Vokey is the host of the Anchored Podcast and founder of Anchored Outdoors. On her podcast, April captures the stories, thoughts, and passions of our elders within the fly fishing and outdoors worlds, bridging the gap between generations and ensuring that these stories are able to live on for years to come. Anchored Outdoors is her newest venture, a membership website covering fishing, subsistence hunting, foraging, and homesteading. Rather than sharing the knowledge secondhand, April has sought out the experts in each field to demonstrate their skills directly via articles, webinars, and MasterClasses. These topics range from tanning hides to using the whole fish, and much more. In this episode, I got to hear about how the Anchored Podcast and Anchored Outdoors came to be, April's experience making fish leather with human urine, and how she dealt with her first experience feeling bored on the water.

To sign up for April's membership site, follow the link below (and use the discount code if you're getting in before November 15, 2020!)

Discount code through Nov. 15, 2020: loyaltycode20

Website: www.anchoredoutdoors.com

Instagram: @aprilvokey

Instagram: @anchored_outdoors

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Ep 32: Muskies on the Fly, with Kip Vieth

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 08:00:00 -0000

Kip Vieth is the owner of Wildwood Float Trips out of Monticello, MN, and also the author of the Orvis Guide to Muskies on the Fly, set to be released October of 2020. In this episode, Kip walks me through all things musky fly fishing. Having never cast a single fly for muskies, I’m a complete newbie, and as Kip describes, it’s somewhat night and day compared to fly fishing for other species like bass and trout. He goes into flies, rod choice, casting, where to find fish, and much more.

Video of record musky on the fly: Record Musky

Instagram: @wildwoodfloattrips

Facebook: /Wildwood-Float-Trips-120782057940619/

Website: www.wildwoodfloattrips.com

Email: kip@wildwoodfloattrips.com

Book: Orvis Guide to Muskies on the Fly

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Ep 31: A Virtual Campfire Chat, with Brian Barney

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 08:00:00 -0000

Brian Barney is a hunter, angler, and all-around outdoorsman. He is the host of the Eastmans’ Elevated and Eastmans’ Fly Cast podcasts. This episode was a bit of a grab bag of topics, as Brian and I met up on Zoom to have a virtual campfire chat. We went in without any specific topic in mind, and ended up having a great conversation about everything from chasing grayling in Alaska, to our favorite styles of fishing, and much more.

Instagram: @eastmans_flycast

Eastmans’ Fly Cast webpage: https://www.eastmans.com/fly-cast

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Ep 30: Trout Spey and What it Means to be an Angler, with Chad Williams

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 07:00:00 -0000

Chad Williams is a guide and manager of Total Outfitters, a fly shop and guide service in SW Montana. Total Outfitters works with anglers of all skill levels and has recently been focusing more on introducing trout spey to the areas they fish, particularly the Bitterroot River. In this episode, Chad walks me through trout spey, a technique I’m familiar with in theory but have never tried. We cover why someone would want to use trout spey tactics, different fly options and how to fish them, lines and leaders, how to move through the water, and much more. Near the end, we also discuss one of Chad’s favorite topics: what it means to be an angler. Outside the guiding world, Chad is a 7th grade Montana history teacher, wrestling coach, and avid fly tyer.

Website: www.total-outfitters.com

Email: info@total-outfitters.com

Instagram: @totaloutfitters

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Ep 29: Streamers and Mice, with Jason Rieke

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 04:30:00 -0000

Jason Rieke is an engineering student turned trout bum. He spends his summers guiding in the Rockies, and when he’s not with clients, he’s most likely fishing himself. Because of the sheer amount of time he spends on the water, Jason’s become skilled in a wide variety of tactics, but his go-to flies are streamers. As someone who has relatively little experience fishing streamers, I was eager to pick Jason’s brain about how he has such consistent success with them. Toward the end, we also get into mousing at night for large fish, something he does frequently during the summer. If bigger, bulkier flies are a bit outside your comfort zone, this is the episode for you.

Instagram: @jrieke21

Blog: www.trouttravels.com

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Ep 28: E-scouting for Top-Notch Fishing Spots, with Mark Livesay

Thu, 23 Jul 2020 04:30:00 -0000

Mark Livesay is a well-known name in the e-scouting world. A favorite guest among hunting podcasts, Mark is the founder of Treeline Pursuits, a website and course that teach the ins and outs of e-scouting for elk. In the summers when he’s not chasing elk, Mark spends a great deal of time fly fishing the area around Yellowstone, and he applies similar techniques to searching for hidden gem fishing spots. In this episode, he does a deep dive into how he sets up the programs he uses, how he organizes his digital waypoints, what he looks for in a lake or river, and a ton of specific tools and resources that can help anyone read the land better from home.

Topo Layer: Earthpoint Topo

Snow Cover KML: “Latest NOHRSC Snow Model Snapshot” (KML downloads directly from Google search results)

Treeline Pursuits

Instagram: @treeline_pursuits

Facebook: //treelinepursuits

Email: mark@ultramaxsports.com

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Ep 27: Fitness and Nutrition for Fishing and the Outdoors, with Sara Camiscioni

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 04:05:00 -0000

Sara Camiscioni is the founder of Find Your Strong with Sara, a program created to help others achieve their outdoor goals. Sara coaches everyone from kayakers to hunters and everyone in between. Instead of focusing on working out for the sake of working out, she believes in using exercise and nutrition to be safer, more confident, and more capable during the activities we want to do. She also believes that in order to be effective, a program needs to be sustainable long-term. In this episode, we discuss why fitness and nutrition are important for outdoorsmen, how to bring healthy foods into the backcountry and stick to a routine, and some specific exercises to help with both fishing and backpacking.

Instagram: @FindYourStrongWithSara

Website: www.saracamiscioni.com

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Ep 26: Down the Rabbit Holes of Fly Fishing and Texas, with Aaron Reed

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 04:05:00 -0000

Aaron Reed is the author of Fly Fishing Austin & Central Texas. In this episode, we talk about the book and fishing around the Austin area, including some of the unique species available there. Later in the show, we move onto more classic fly fishing banter, like our thoughts on the fly fishing film industry, why people gravitate toward certain species, and the comparison between fly fishing and bowhunting.

Website: https://bluecollarflyfishing.com

Instagram: @texasaaron

Facebook: /aaronramon

Book: https://flyfishingaustin.thelocalangler.com/

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Ep 25: The Next Generation of Anglers, with Susan Thrasher

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 04:05:00 -0000

Susan Thrasher is a guide and owner of Southern Brookies Fly Fishing, an outfitter based in Tennessee. She’s also the author of a new book, Thrasher’s Fly Fishing Guide. This is a great all-around guide book for anyone interested in fly fishing, from the beginner to the advanced angler. In this episode, Susan and I chat about her background, what inspired her to write her book, and the next generation of fly fishermen. With a fairly high barrier to entry, fly fishing can be intimidating to try, so we discuss resources to get started if you’re new, and how to be a good instructor for a child, partner, or friend who’s learning.

Instagram: @southernbrookies

Facebook: SouthernBrookies

Website: www.southernbrookies.com

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Ep 24: French Creek and the Magic of Home Waters, with Brenda Costa

Thu, 28 May 2020 04:01:00 -0000

Brenda Costa is the Executive Director of the French Creek Valley Conservancy, which is a private 501(c)3 non-profit land trust dedicated to maintaining and enhancing the exceptional water quality, natural habitat, biological diversity, and recreational opportunities of the French Creek Watershed in Northwest Pennsylvania. In this episode, Brenda shares her story with French Creek, how the FCVC works with landowners to protect the watershed, the amazing colonial and geologic history of the river, and the recreational opportunities available to people. An overarching theme of our discussion is the magic of having a home river like French Creek, which many people can probably relate to through their own small, local river.

Website: www.frenchcreekconservancy.org

Instagram: @Frenchcreekvalleyconservancy

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Ep 23: The Impacts of Invasive Species, with Robbz Olson

Thu, 14 May 2020 04:01:00 -0000

Robbz Olson is one of the hosts of the Aquarium Guys Podcast. Although mostly focused on aquarium fish, The Aquarium Guys also do “out of the tank” episodes covering related topics, like fishing. I was recently invited to join them to talk about fly fishing, and now Robbz is returning the favor. As an avid aquarium hobbyist, Robbz has (perhaps unfortunately) become quite familiar with the issue of invasive species around the country, as many of these species can trace their history back to the aquarium world. We discuss several impactful invasive species, how these species are a detriment to wild environments in a variety of ways, and some ways people have tried to combat the issue.

Website: http://www.aquariumguyspodcast.com/

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Ep 22: Pack Goats in Backcountry Fly Fishing, with Mike Raether

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 04:30:00 -0000

Mike Raether is a backpacker, fly fisher, hunter, and camper. He is the author of over 50 articles in national and regional magazines such as Bugle, Northwest Fly Fishing, and Montana Outdoors. Last spring, he published a fishing guide titled Flyfisher’s Guide to Northwest Montana’s Mountain Lakes. In this episode, we discuss the use of pack goats as a backcountry fly fishing aid. Mike covers how he uses his goat, the care required, and considerations for bringing a goat deep in the backcountry. I didn’t even know I was interested in using pack goats until I talked to Mike, and now I want to get one of my own. This is a must-listen if you like fishing the backcountry.

Mike’s blog, Life Under a Big Sky: www.mikeraether.com

Twitter @mikeraether

Email: mike@mikeraether.com

Flyfisher’s Guide to Northwest Montana’s Mountain Lakes book:

https://www.amazon.com/Flyfishers-Guide-Northwest-Montanas-Mountain/dp/1940239117

The Pack Goat book: https://www.amazon.com/Pack-Goat-Pruett-Mionczynski-John/dp/0871088282

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Ep 21: Saving the Paiute Cutthroat, with Bill Somer

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 04:01:00 -0000

Until his recent retirement, Bill Somer was a Sr. Environmental Scientist with the CA Department of Fish and Wildlife. Much of his career was spent working on the conservation of a native species of cutthroat trout, the Paiute. Once on the brink of extinction, this fish has made an impressive comeback thanks to the hard work of folks like Bill and his colleagues. In this episode, we talk about the history of the Paiute cutthroat, the threats this species has faced, and the recovery efforts by the Department of Fish and Wildlife.

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Ep 20: Renting Gear for the Outdoors, with Jay Benjamin

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 04:02:00 -0000

Jay Benjamin is the co-founder of Big Sky Rentals, a company focused on renting out fishing, hunting, and camping gear. The cost of technical outdoor equipment can be limiting, especially for those new to a sport. Additionally, traveling with gear is often a hassle. Rental gear addresses both of these problems, and Jay’s goal is to provide high-quality, low-cost, low-stress rental options. We get into what he offers, where he wants to take the business, when to rent vs. buy, and how to maintain your own gear.

Website: https://bigskyrent.com/

Instagram: @bigskyrentals

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Ep 19: DUN Magazine, with Jen Ripple

Thu, 19 Mar 2020 04:30:00 -0000

Jen Ripple is the Editor-in-Chief of DUN Magazine, a fly fishing magazine written by women and for women. After writing a women’s column for another magazine, Jen realized there wasn’t yet a women-focused publication in the fly fishing world and decided to start one of her own. While DUN is by no means meant to exclude men (and Jen mentions how many of her readers actually are men), it does offer a different perspective of the fly fishing experience. With both digital and print material (which comes in the form of a high-quality, booklike magazine), DUN is a great escape for readers looking to try something a little different from the typical fly fishing magazine selection. In this episode, we talk about Jen’s background, her experience starting DUN, and the effects, both positive and negative, that social media has had on the industry.

Website: DUNmagazine.com

Jen's Instagram: @Jen_ripple

DUN Instagram: @DUNMagazine

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Ep 18: Alaska as a DIY Fishing Destination, with Jake Roy

Thu, 05 Mar 2020 10:00:00 -0000

Jake Roy is a fly fishing guide with Wilderness Place Lodge in Alaska. Although many people will want to book a guided trip if they head north, Alaska is also very doable as a DIY “exotic” destination for those of us from the lower 48. In this episode, Jake walks me through what to expect when planning a trip, including when to go, what you can catch, how to bring fish home, and how to hire a plane to get off the beaten path. If you’ve ever thought of fishing Alaska but don’t want to break the bank, this is the episode for you!

Wilderness Place Lodge Website: https://www.wildernessplacelodge.com/

Jake’s Instagram: @jakeroy27

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Ep 17: Fishing and Protecting the Boundary Waters, with Lukas Leaf

Thu, 20 Feb 2020 17:00:00 -0000

Lukas Leaf is the Executive Director of Sportsmen for the Boundary Waters and is on the board of the MN chapter of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers. This episode starts with a little discussion of what the Boundary Waters Canoe Area is, why it’s important to so many people, and what the fishing is like throughout the year. Then, we get into the current threats to the Boundary Waters, most notably a mine proposal that would enable extraction right on the edge of the Wilderness area. To end on a better note, Lukas shares some of his favorite fishing stories from the Boundary Waters.

Website: https://sportsmenbwca.org/

Sportsmen BWCA Instagram: @sportsmenbwca

Lukas Leaf Instagram: @cheflukasleaf

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Ep 16: Wild and Scenic Rivers, with Scott Bosse

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 17:00:00 -0000

Scott Bosse is the Northern Rockies Director of American Rivers, an organization that protects wild rivers, restores damaged rivers, and conserves clean water for people and nature. In this episode, Scott and I talk about Wild and Scenic Rivers, which are rivers that have been designated for protection due to their unique and outstanding qualities. We talk about what it takes for a river to make the cut, the benefits of a proactive approach to conservation, and a few examples of Wild and Scenic Rivers.

American Rivers Website: www.americanrivers.org

Montanans for Healthy Rivers Website: www.healthyriversmt.org

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Ep 15: Project Healing Waters, with Eddy Wittry

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 17:00:00 -0000

Eddy Wittry was, until recently, the Program Lead for the Denver chapter of Project Healing Waters, a non-profit dedicated to helping disabled veterans through fly fishing, fly tying, and rod building. This program benefits vets suffering from both physical and mental disabilities by transitioning them back into civilian life at their own pace, using the therapeutic qualities of time on the water casting a fly. Eddy has grown the Denver program dramatically in just a few short years, and hopes to continue increasing the number of volunteers and volunteer hours to make a positive impact on the veterans who have served our country.

Website: https://projecthealingwaters.org/

PHW Instagram: @phwff

PHW Denver Instagram: @phwff.denver

PHW Denver Facebook: /PHWFFDenver

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Ep 14: Trout Headwaters, Inc. and Ecological Restoration, with Mike Sprague

Thu, 09 Jan 2020 17:00:00 -0000

Mike Sprague is the founder and CEO of Trout Headwaters, Inc., an ecological restoration design and build firm. Mike and his team focus on repairing damaged streams, wetlands, and riparian areas to bring them back to their former glory, and he believes that ecology and economy can and should coexist in order to derive the best benefit for all. In this episode, we get into some of the common threats facing headwater ecosystems and how companies like Trout Headwaters are addressing them.

Website: www.troutheadwaters.com

Instagram: @troutheadwaters

Facebook: /troutheadwaters

Twitter: @troutheadwaters

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Ep 13: Fly Fishing New Zealand, with Mel Moss (Part 2)

Thu, 02 Jan 2020 17:00:00 -0000

Mel and I have been friends for years, and she’s one of my favorite people to fish with. So naturally, when she decided to spend a month fishing in New Zealand, I wanted to pick her brain about her trip and the logistics behind planning a destination fly fishing trip. Mel did her trip totally DIY, and she shares plenty of tips for anyone looking to do a trip over there. Of course, we also got into her stories of success and heartbreak. This is part 2 of a two-part series.

Instagram: @mossy_mel

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Ep 12: Fly Fishing New Zealand, with Mel Moss (Part 1)

Thu, 26 Dec 2019 17:00:00 -0000

Instagram: @mossy_mel

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Ep 11: GoWild’s Director of Business Development, Jacob Knight

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 17:00:00 -0000

Jacob Knight is the Director of Business Development at GoWild, a social media platform built for outdoorsmen of all types. Whether you like hunting, fishing, hiking, or birdwatching, you can find likeminded people and meaningful conversations on the GoWild app. Jacob and I talk about the platform, as well as his experiences fly fishing and teaching his kids how to fish.

GoWild – Jacob Knight

Instagram – @Jacobknight24

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-knight24/

Email – jacob@timetogowild.com

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Ep 10: Fishing in Michigan and The Fishing Podcast, with Landon DeKeyser

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 17:00:00 -0000

Landon DeKeyser is the host of The Fishing Podcast and a well-rounded angler from Michigan. In this episode, we chat a bit about his podcast, what he has in store for season 2, and the varied fishing techniques he uses to catch fish in his home state. We cover fly fishing, ice fishing, and Landon’s hunt for big brown trout.

Instagram: @thefishingpodcast

Facebook: /thefishingpodcast

Website: https://www.thefishingpodcast.com/

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Ep 9: Fly Fishing Film and Our Favorite Fishing Memories, with Ali Bair

Thu, 05 Dec 2019 17:00:00 -0000

Ali Bair is a fly fishing guide and producer on an upcoming documentary called “Daughter of the White River.” Ali and I have been good friends for years, and decided to have a beer together over the phone and talk about the movie, the fly fishing film world, and some of our favorite memories fishing together.

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Ep 8: Secrecy in the Fishing World and Ascent Fly Fishing, with Peter Stitcher

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 17:00:00 -0000

Peter Stitcher is the owner and “Chief Fly Geek” at Ascent Fly Fishing, a company that focuses on helping anglers get prepared for the exact time and place they want to fish by creating personalized fly selections. In addition to discussing Ascent’s goals to help anglers, Peter also shares his PAUSE and MATCH methods for learning the insects in your area and finding the right flies to match. Then, we get into the topic of secrecy in fly fishing, and how we can all be a little nicer to each other online and on the water.

Website: www.ascentflyfishing.com

Instagram: @ascentflyfishing

Facebook: /ascentflyfishing

Twitter: @AscentFishing

Youtube: /ascentflyfishing

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Ep 7: Using OnX Maps for Fishing, with Jared Larsen

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 17:00:00 -0000

Jared Larsen is a Marketing Specialist with OnX Maps, one of the most robust and useful mapping apps available. Originally designed for hunting, OnX is also extremely useful to anglers, hikers, campers, and anyone else recreating outdoors. Jared and I discuss the features that are particularly useful to anglers, how to use OnX effectively, features that are expected to come out in the future, and the ridiculousness of stream access laws in many western states.

Website: https://www.onxmaps.com/

OnX Instagram:@onxhunt

Jared’s Instagram: @jaredclarsen

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Ep 6: Fly Fishing Culture, with Nick DelVecchio

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 17:00:00 -0000

Nick DelVecchio is a fly fishing guide and the owner of Wildwood Outfitters out of Franklin, PA. In this episode, Nick and I chat about fly fishing culture, the divisive nature of modern-day fly fishing, and also get sucked into some talk about fishing and fishing regulations in PA.

Instagram: @wildwoodoutfitterspa

Website: https://www.wildwoodoutfitterspa.com/

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Ep 5: Music and Fly Fishing, with Jeff Troutman

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 17:00:00 -0000

Jeff Troutman is a musician, podcaster, and fly fisherman based out of Michigan. He hosts the Remote. No Pressure Fly Fishing Podcast. Jeff is also the artist behind a musical album dedicated solely to fly fishing songs. In this episode, Jeff and I chat about how being overworked got him into fly fishing, how fishing inspires his music, and his podcast.

Instagram: @remotenopressure

Facebook: /Remotenopressure

“Songs About Fly Fishing” Album: https://store.cdbaby.com/cd/jefftroutman

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Ep 4: Anticipating a First Summer of Guiding in Alaska, with John Kelly Coffman

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 16:00:00 -0000

John Kelly Coffman is a fly fishing guide who has guided for several outfitters throughout Colorado and just got back from his first summer guiding in Alaska. This episode was recorded right before he left for his season up north, and John Kelly talks about his upcoming summer. This will be his first year up there, and we discuss his expectations, fishing styles in Alaska, and his new website, Reflections on the Fly.

Instagram: @jcoffman214
Website: https://www.reflectionsonthefly.com/

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Ep 3: Hunting for Hidden Brook Trout Streams in Georgia, with Palmer Henson

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 16:00:00 -0000

Palmer Henson is a climber, long-distance runner, and fly fisherman from Georgia. For the past few years, he’s been on a mission to find as many native brook trout streams as he can in the mountains of northern Georgia. His story is truly a unique one, and he provides lots of insight about hunting down the elusive wild brookies of the southeast.

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Ep 2: Summer Fly Fishing in Colorado, with Jay Scott

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 16:00:00 -0000

The host of the Jay Scott Outdoors Podcast, Jay Scott is a well-known name in the hunting world, but he’s also an avid fly fisherman. Jay spends his summers in central CO chasing beautiful wild trout. In this episode, we discuss Colorado’s heavy snow year, fishing the Roaring Fork Valley, and the world-famous salmonfly hatch.

Instagram: @jayscottoutdoors
Website: http://jayscottoutdoorspodcast.com/

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Ep 1: Conservation Through Recreation and the Flyathlon, with Andrew Todd

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 16:00:00 -0000

Andrew Todd is the President of Running Rivers and founder of the Rocky Mountain Flyathlon, which focuses on Conservation through Recreation. The Flyathlon combines running, fishing, and beer drinking into a triathlon-style race that raises money for native trout conservation. Andrew is an avid trail runner and fly fisherman, and through his nonprofit, Running Rivers, has raised over $150,000 to help protect the cutthroats of Colorado.

Instagram: @flyathlon
Website: runningrivers.org
Facebook: facebook.com/flyathlon
Twitter: @flyathlon

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