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The DIY Fly Fishing Road Trip: From Tents to Airstreams
Robert Streeter
Fly Fisher, Fly Tyer, Author
What does it take to turn a simple camping trip into an unforgettable fly fishing adventure? Robert Streeter shares lessons from years on the road—from tent camping in remote waters to traveling in an Airstream in search of the next great fishery. Learn how to discover prime destinations, plan your trips, and create DIY fly fishing experiences that fit your lifestyle. Whether it’s a weekend getaway or an Alaska expedition, this conversation will inspire you to hit the road and find your own adventure.
Just a few of the questions asked and answered during the interview:
- What inspired you to take your first true fly fishing road trip, and how did it shape future adventures?
- What defines a “successful” fly fishing road trip in your mind?
- What do you think most anglers get wrong when planning their first DIY road trip?
- What are the first three things someone should figure out before leaving home?
- How far in advance should anglers realistically plan a major trip like Alaska?
- You’ve gone from tents to an Airstream—how did that evolution change your trips?
- For someone starting out, how do they decide between tent camping, truck camping, or RV travel?
- What’s your process for finding productive water in unfamiliar areas?
- When you arrive at a new destination, what’s your first move as an angler?
- How can a guided day improve the rest of a DIY trip?
- What’s your strategy for staying organized with gear, flies, and equipment on the road?
- How do you plan overnight stays, especially in remote areas?
- What fly rods do you take for each type of fishing?
- Looking back on all your trips, what’s one lesson that consistently leads to a better, more memorable adventure?
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Topwater to Bottom: Cracking the Code on Smallmouth Bass
Jake Villwock
Smallmouth bass aren’t just aggressive they’re strategic. Jake Villwock breaks down how to consistently catch more fish by targeting all three feeding zones: topwater, mid-column, and bottom. He reveals how modern fly design—from foam bugs to articulated baitfish and lifelike crayfish has transformed the game. Whether you’re chasing explosive surface eats or dialing in subsurface tactics, you’ll learn how to fish smarter, adapt faster, and unlock the full potential of smallmouth on the fly.Ask Jake Villwock your most important questions on fly fishing for smallmouth bass...
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Mongolia - A One Of A Kind AdventureTom Boyd shares a trip of a lifetime to Mongolia. He traveled over the steppes where there were no roads - navigating with GPS and stopping to talk to nomads for directions. He fished the Shishged/Tengis River Protected area where no Americans had ever been before. Listen in to find out about the different types of fish and fishing he did including his largest trophy a 40” taimen.
Healing WatersBeau Beasley unveils the profound journey of veterans healing through fly fishing. Drawing from his book, Healing Waters, we explore heartfelt stories of recovery from the battlefield to the riverbank. Hear how the serenity of casting lines and the camaraderie among veterans nurture both body and soul, offering a powerful testament to the therapeutic wonders of nature. Don't miss this deeply moving episode—where every cast brings a step toward healing.
Just a few of the questions asked and answered during the interview:
- What is the Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing (PHWFF) organization, and how did it come about?
- How has it helped veterans recover from their experience in the service?
- Has there been recognition from physicians that PHWFF can have a positive impact on the lives of participants?
- How did your book Healing Waters come to be?
- What do you hope to accomplish with your book?
- What guidelines did you set for your interviews, and how did you decide to convey their stories?
- How many interviews did you do?
- Did you include all the interviews in your book?
- You chose to honor Brian Mancini at the beginning of your book. Who was Brian?
- Alvin Shell served in Iraq. What can you tell us about Alvin?
- Jessica Callihan was injured when she was very young. How did PHWFF help her?
- Jerry Mirron served with his companion dog in Vietnam. What was his experience?
- How can you learn more if you want to volunteer to help Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing?
Single-Handed Spey CastingSimon Gawesworth shares his techniques on using casts adapted from two-handed spey casting to one handed casts that enable you to fish the most challenging spots that most anglers pass by.
Klamath RebornThe Klamath River was once a legendary steelhead and salmon fishery, and now, after the removal of four dams, has been reborn. Mikey Wier works for California Trout, which works to improve the habitats of several fish species throughout California. He was also a professional guide and fished the Klamath River before and after the removal of dams. Join us to learn how the river is doing and the best places and ways to fish it.
Just a few of the questions asked and answered during the interview:
- What was fishing like before the dam removals?
- What roles did the dams play in what fish were available to target?
- Were there other similar dam removal projects that served to inform how this project should proceed?
- Can you describe the most significant changes to the Klamath River's ecosystem since the removal of the dams?
- What role have local tribes played in the restoration and management of the Klamath River fishery?
- How has the removal of the dams affected water quality and temperature in the river?
- Have there been any notable changes in fish populations or species diversity in the Klamath River post-dam removal?
- How have sediment releases during the dam removal process impacted the river's habitat and fishery?
- Now that steelhead migration up the Klamath is possible, how many years are we looking at to see the Klamath to become once again a legendary fishery with world class steelhead?
- What are the optimal water conditions anglers should look for when planning a trip to the Klamath River now?
- How have hatches and insect populations changed in response to the river's restored flow?
- What are the expectations for the Klamath River fishery in the coming years as the ecosystem continues to recover?
- What advice would you give to anglers who are planning their first trip to the Klamath River since the dams were removed?
Competitive Fly FishingDevin Olsen qualified for his 10th consecutive berth on Fly Fishing Team USA in 2018 and has traveled the world competing and winning. Join us on this podcast to learn how to get started in competitive fly fishing and what you need to do to be the best and compete with the best.
Tangling with TarponThose that have fished for the Tarpon say it's addicting. So if you dare join Tad Burke a professional guide in the Florida Keys and learn his secrets about hooking up with a Tarpon and staying hooked.
SelectivityMatt Supinski a professional guide has fished for fussy trout, salmon and steelhead and knows how to approach and get them interested no matter what. Join us as Matt shares his secrets about fly fishing for selective fish.
Famous Fly FishersNorm Zeigler interviewed twenty-one famous people who fly fish and has published his interviews in his latest book Famous Fly Fishers. These people are famous for what they have done in their careers and not for their contributions to fly fishing. Politicians, businessmen, bankers, musicians, astronauts, scientists and artists are just a few of the professions these fly fishers represent. Listen in while Norm tells us their stories of why they fish and what this great sport means to them. Whose stories will he tell? You'll have to join us to find out.
Moving From Rookie to Novice to ProPudge Kleinkauf, as a professional guide in Alaska, has answered hundreds of questions throughout her career helping rookies move on up the ladder. Join us and get your questions answered that will help you move from rookie to novice to pro.
Fly Fishing the Colorado River at Lee's FerryWendy Gunn, a professoinal guide on the Colorado River, introduces you to fly fishing Lee's Ferry. This tailwater, just below Glenn Canyon Dam and at the start of the Grand Canyon, is one of the most beautiful places on earth to fish. Learn Wendy's secrets to catching the trophy trout that make this place their home.
Fly Fishing Arkansas' White RiverDavy Wotton is a professional guide on the White River in Arkansas and no doubt one of the top experts on the river. Learn Davy's secrets about hooking up with monster browns in this show.
California's Best Fly FishingChip O'Brien, a professional guide in California for 18 years, provides us with a overview of California's wild-trout waters from Northern California to the Eastern Sierra.
High Country Fly FishingMarty 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.
Stillwater Trout FishingPhil Rowley is a master at fishing stillwaters for trout. Stillwaters are one of the most challenging opportunities for today's fly fisher. They offer a long active season with numerous hatches and presentation challenges. Fish grow big and fat and many fishers find this appeal hard to resist. But the transfer from rivers and streams is often difficult, especially if a prolonged trial-and-error approach is adopted. Listen in to hear Phil’s approach to Stillwater fly fishing and learn a few secrets along the way.
An Aussie ExpeditionTed Lund, editor of Fly Fishing in Saltwaters magazine, has recently returned from an extraordinary expedition to Australia and the Coral Sea and will be sharing his experiences on planning the trip and fishing for the dogtooth tuna, bluefin trevally, the coral trout and many more exotic fish.
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