Casting Homeward

Steve Ramirez

Fly Fisher, Naturalist, Author

Join us for an engaging episode with Steve Ramirez, author of Casting Homeward. Dive into America's legendary landscapes—from New England's songbird-filled woods to Yellowstone's wild valleys and Bristol Bay's bear-populated rivers. Steve explores the magic of iconic places that restore our souls and inspire awe. Tune in for a philosophical journey through the wild heart of America and discover stories that connect us to nature's timeless beauty.

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

• You just published Casting Homeward the fourth book in your casting series. Can you describe the Casting Series?
• What inspired you go on this multi-year fly fishing quest of discovery?
• What do you hope readers will get out of your books?
• What authors and works have influenced your writing?
• When and where did you start flyfishing?
• What is your favorite place to flyfish and what would be the target species?
• What is Casting Homeward about?
• What was your experience fishing in Alaska?
• What species of fish impressed you the most and why?
• Did fishing in Alaska change how you think and feel about the natural world?
• What did you discover in Montana and what were your experiences?
• You spent some time in The Catskills, considered the birthplace of American Fly Fishing. What were your thoughts while fishing there?
• You started your book with Texas and ended with Texas. What makes Texas special to you?