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  • Casting Off the Board: Innovative Techniques in SUP Fly Fishing

    Kurt Finlayson has found that fly fishing from stand  up paddle boards (SUPs) provides him with an effective way to access productive water. Before you decide whether this is for you, join us and listen in to learn about the basics of using a SUP, its advantages and disadvantages, where you should use it, and how to outfit it.

    Just a few of the questions asked and answered during the interview:

    • How did you first get into fly fishing from standup paddleboards, and what drew you to it?
    • What are the unique advantages of fly fishing from a paddleboard compared to traditional floatation methods?
    • What types of paddleboards are best suited for fly fishing, and what should one look for when selecting a board?
    • Are there specific manufacturers that cater to fly fishers?
    • Are there available paddleboards that have been expressly set up for fly fishing?
    • How do you rig up a paddleboard to use for fly fishing?
    • Do you ever use an anchor or tie off to avoid moving?
    • What types of clothing do you wear?
    • What are the key techniques for maintaining stability and balance while casting from a paddleboard?
    • Do you stand, kneel, or sit? When do you use each?
    • What challenges have you faced while fly fishing from a paddleboard, and how have you overcome them?
    • What kind of paddle do you use?
    • How do you manage your paddle and rod?
    • How does being on a paddleboard affect your approach to finding and reaching fish?
    • What safety precautions do you recommend for paddleboard anglers?

  • Tenkara's Evolution

    Daniel Galhardo brought Tenkara fly fishing to North America and has introduced a new an exciting way to fly fish. Learn about the history and fishing in Japan that inspired him to create a company based on Tenkara. Daniel will also share how he started and built his business into the success it is today.

  • Olympic National Forest Steelhead

    Lael, a professional guide in Washington, lives and breathes steelhead fishing in the Olympic National Forest. A steelhead catch is something that will change you as a person during and for sure after the fight, whether you win or lose the first battle. Join us to learn Lael’s secrets to success for steelhead!

    Just a few of the questions asked and answered during the interview:

    • What makes the Olympic National Forest so special?
    • What differences are there between wild and hatchery steelhead?
    • What is the best time of year to fish for steelhead?
    • What are the differences between the types of rivers in the area?
    • What are the differences between fishing with a single-handed rod and spey rod?
    • What type of line do you use and what types of tips do you use?
    • What are the ideal types of flies and what makes them stand out to the fish?
    • What method works best for steelhead nymphing or swing flies?
    • How is the take different between nymphs and streamers that you swing?
    • What do you recommend for clothing when fishing in the winter?
    • Do the moon phases and weather affect the steelhead bite?
    • What is the health and status of Olympic National Forest steelhead?

  • Loch-Style Fly Fishing

    Devin Olsen takes us on a nice slow ride across a lake to teach us about loch-style fly fishing. This technique has been used by fly fishers in the United Kingdom for decades but there's no reason not to use it anywhere else in the world. Join us to learn how to hook up with some nice trout using this super effective stillwater method.

  • Angling Approaches for Streams

    Learn from Jason Borger techniques for getting to those hard to reach fish and tips on making those perfect casts. He will focus specifically on mending, approach and presentation, and ways to fish the fly to both trout and smallmouth bass.

  • Fishing The Caddisfly For Trout

    Bill Edrington has been fly fishing for over 40 years. He knows about the caddis fly as his home waters is the Arkansas River in Colorado known for one of the most intense spring caddis hatches in the United States. Listen in to this podcast to find out Bill's secrets on fishing this fly.

  • Advanced Chironomid Techniques

    Phil Rowley goes beyond basic strike indicator chironomid techniques and explores techniques and setups for deep water indicator fishing, the dry line long leader technique better known as the naked technique, and sinking lines including 'dangling' where we fish straight up below the boat - the takes with dangling are heart stopping!

  • Madison River: Upper, Lower and in the Park

    Kelly Galloup lives and runs his shop and lodge just minutes from the Madison River. He's guided on the river for over 17 years and knows the river intimately. Whether you want to fish the upper, the lower or the section in Yellowstone Park he'll be able to guide you to success. Listen to this podcast and discover what it takes to be successful on this famous river.

  • Tactical Nymphing - Euro Style

    Devin Olsen, a medal winning member of Fly Fishing Team USA, shares the modern day nymphing techniques he and Lance Eagan use to catch fish in the European style. When competing on an international basis you have to be good and have to know how to adapt. Join us to find out how it's done.

  • Wet Flies

    Dave Hughes guides us through wet flies covering soft-Hackles, flymphs, winged wets and all-fur wet flies. Learn Dave's secrets to tying and fishing these misunderstood gems.

  • Fly Fishing the Colorado River

    Zeke Hersh is a well-respected and seasoned guide on the Colorado River. He wades and floats the river almost every day and knows how to fish it. Join us as Zeke takes us on a journey down the Colorado from Pumphouse to Rifle and learn how to best fish this famous river.

  • Fly Fishing Yellowstone's Backcountry

    Bruce Staples has unmatched fly fishing knowledge of the greater Yellowstone backcountry. He’s explored its rivers and lakes for over five decades and shares his knowledge with us on this show. Want to get away from the crowds? Join us and find out where and how to fish Yellowstone’s backcountry.

  • High Country Fly Fishing

    Marty has hiked and backpacked into many high mountain lakes and streams and discovered that it requires a few different skills and techniques to master fly fishing for trout at altitude. Listen in to hear Marty share what he's learned.

  • Angling the World

    Roy Tanami is a leading international outdoor photographer who has traveled the world in search of fish to catch on the fly and beautiful photographs to capture the experiences. He's been to Kamchatka, Brazil, New Zealand, Mongolia and many more wild places. As a traveling fly angler, he's experienced the good, the challenging and the wonderful things you encounter while traveling and fishing. Join us to hear about Roy's travels, experiences and how he's able to capture the world and fly fishing in his stunning photographs.

  • Yellowstone Runners

    Chester Allen has fished the migration run of the rainbow and brown trout from Montana’s Hebgen Lake into Yellowstone National Park’s Madison River during the fall for many years. Join us and learn about where to fish, what flies to use, and how to find the best water for very large trout!




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