Fly Girl Fish

Our guest for this episode is Eileen Kelly. Eileen volunteers as a Casting Instructor for Georgia’s Casting for Recovery Program. Casting for Recovery (CFR) provides outdoor retreats for women with breast cancer at no cost to the participants. These retreats provide healing and support for women with breast cancer of all ages, in all stages of treatment and recovery. Fly fishing provides a perfect opportunity to enjoy nature and to learn a new skill that provides a peaceful way to spend time on the water. Many of the women who have participated in CFR describe this experience as life changing, Eileen being one of those women. Join us as we learn more about the Casting for Recovery program and about Eileen’s journey which brought her to the sport of Fly Fishing. Guest: Eileen Kelly Email: cfr.georgia@gmail.com Website: castingforrecovery.org Social Media: Facebook Instagram YouTube   This is Fly Girl Fish episode 056, first aired on 10/08/2020.

Today we celebrate with Jimmy Harris and Jake Darling of Unicoi Outfitters as they open a new store in Clarksville, GA. This year has been really hard on small businesses, but at Unicoi things are looking up. Today the guys talk to us about the new store and how COVID has affected the fly fishing industry. Guests: Jimmy Harris Jake Darling Website: www.unicoioutfitters.com Phone: 706-878-3083 Email: info@unicoioutfitters.com Social Media: Facebook Instagram       This is Fly Girl Fish episode 055, first aired on 09/24/2020.

Happy 1 Year Anniversary Fly Girl Fish! We made it! We are so thankful for all the support we’ve received from the Fly Fishing Community, family and friends. With this episode we look back on how Fly Girl Fish started and how we made it through our first year. Thank you to all our guests; not one of you hesitated for a second when we asked you to be on our Podcast, and we’re so grateful. We also want to thank our Marketing Director, Becca Powell, who keeps all our social media on track, we would be lost without her. To our Technical Department, Dan Campbell, his expertise and patience working with us has been incredible. We also have added some new members to the Fly Girl Fish Team that will be helping out – Justin Powell who brings a wealth of knowledge, and Liz Lucabaugh who keeps us on track with Liz’s Lists. Thank you! Guest: Diane & Sylvia Social Media: Facebook Instagram This is Fly Girl Fish episode 054, first aired on 09/17/2020.

Fly Fishing Angler, leather artist, painter, muralist, Marine Veteran, interior designer, and so much more. Annie has had a life rich in the fly fishing community and the creative arts. Her work is stunningly beautiful and her story is full of adventure. Thanks Annie, we loved talking with you. Guest: Annie Margarita Email: anniemargaritaart@gmail.com Phone: 541-215-2022 Websites: AnnieMargarita.com FlyGirlLeather.com Social Media: Facebook YouTube Bio: Annie has been a professional artist since 1993 when she got out of the Marine Corps and went to Florida to work in the theme parks as a scenic artist. Working all over the U.S., Portugal and Holland building aquarium, museum and zoo exhibits, she got injured in Holland, so she went back to Tucson, her hometown, to recover from her injuries. While she was recuperating she started her own mural company which later lead to a degree in Interior Design and a contracting company for paint, custom plaster and murals. She expanded her company in Colorado, but went back to Tucson in 2008, when she joined up with local fly shop Drycreek Outfitters and the gentlemen there got her into Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing. She learned to cast better, tie flies, and build a fly rod, which then lead her to want to build a fly rod case out of leather. Annie found that leather was her favorite medium and started creating cases, handbags and other accessories. She started selling her products online which allowed her the freedom to pack up everything, buy an RV and took off out of Tucson to find all the rivers that she dreamed about. After about a year and a half, she went to Pendleton, Oregon for it’s annual leather convention. She dug in and opened a gallery leather store on Main Street, then the Veteran’s Administration granted her another shot at earning a Bachelor’s degree at the University of Oregon in Eugene, Oregon. Bert de Klerk at McKenzie River Inn, on the mighty McKenzie River in Nimrod, Oregon, home of the Drift Boat, offered her an Artist in Residence position while she attended school. She has a double major in Cinema Studies and Art & Technology Animation and graduated in December 2019. Annie also teaches leather working, fine art painting and online mural classes with ThePaintHive.com, operating her studio at the former inn.       This is Fly Girl Fish episode 053, first aired on 09/10/2020.

Fly Girl Fish is honored to have Bob Clouser on our very special One Year Anniversary Episode! Bob Clouser is a long time high profile smallmouth bass guide and innovative fly tier. Any one who fishes knows the Clouser Minnow! Bob is a great supporter of the environment and of bringing our younger generation into the sport of Fly Fishing. Bob and Jacqueline Prock join us for this episode from Pennsylvania where Bob guided and fishes the Susquehanna River near his home in Middletown. Join us for awesome stories, some fly fishing history and a great time with a Fly Fishing legend! Our Co-hosts Justin Powell and Liz Lucabaugh make this episode complete! So sit back and enjoy! Guest: Bob Clouser Social Media: Facebook Instagram The Clouser Deep Minnow [Wikipedia]     This is Fly Girl Fish episode 052, first aired on 09/03/2020.

A passionate critical care nurse, avid amateur photographer, angler and founder of United Women on the Fly, Heather Hodson has lots to share. United Women on The Fly has exploded into a national group where women and some men come together to learn and fish. Heather puts education and handling fish at the forefront of her mission as she travels and visits different chapters of UWOTF across the nation. About Heather: Heather Hodson @northwestflygirl – Founder of United Women on the Fly. Heather is an expert at making anglers (especially women) feel comfortable and becoming a part of the fly fishing community. Sometimes referred to as the “Middle Women,” Heather volunteers her energy and time to connect women, help start Women Programs and enables anglers to become more confident on the water. Heather has dedicated her time to educate and inspire others. She is currently studying for her Casting Instructor Certification with FlyFishers International and has been teaching Fly Fishing since 2014. About UWOTF: United Women on the Fly is a community of anglers, mostly women, with a focus on education, encouragement and connection around the globe. We are committed to inclusive and respectful practices as we strive to welcome more women from all backgrounds into the sport of fly fishing. UWOTF on Social Media: Website Instagram Facebook Linktree This is Fly Girl Fish episode 051, first aired on 08/27/2020. Originally broadcast on 02/06/2020 as episode 021.

Jackie Kutzer and Christine (Chrissy) Atkins are the Co-Leaders of the Orvis led initiative 50/50 On The Water. In 2017, Orvis started the 50/50 On The Water campaign to bring Gender Parity to the sport of Fly Fishing. Jackie and Chrissy have been the movers and shakers leading the way ever since, and it hasn’t been easy! They have had the support of the Fly Fishing Community, including industry leaders who stand behind supporting women when it comes to equipment, education and resources. Get to know Jackie and Chrissy, with their enthusiasm, love for Fly Fishing and dedication to the 50/50 initiative you will be proud to be an angler in support of more women on the water! Guests: Chrissy Atkins Jackie Kutzer Email: 5050@orvis.com Social Media: Instagram Bios at 50/50 On The Water: Chrissy Jackie This is Fly Girl Fish episode 050, first aired on 08/20/2020. Originally broadcast on 05/06/2020 as episode 034.

Listening to Heather talk is so infectious. You can hear her passion for the sport of fly fishing. Heather loves to bring change to young women at all skill levels of angling from all over the world through fly fishing. Fishing can change lives, and with Fish For Change, the organization Heather is involved in, it can happen in your hometown town or in exotic places that not only help locals in that region, but speak to the heart of anglers everywhere. Heather has a long history of fishing along side her dad in the Florida keys. With Heather by her Dad’s side, she learned conservation and cares deeply about her natural surroundings. Today, she is giving back some of the passion she feels for fly fishing to students and young people at all stages of exposure to the sport. With Heather’s infectious desire to share fly fishing with others, the sport will naturally grow. Guest: Heather Harkavy Website: www.fishforchange.org Email: heather@fishforchange.org Social Media: Facebook Instagram About: I grew up in South Florida and was exposed to fly fishing by my best friend, my dad. I went to Florida State University and majored in Marketing and Hospitality. Summers were spent working with an assortment of fishing organizations such as Tropic Star Lodge, Trout Unlimited, CCA, CFCW, and Costa. I knew I wanted to follow my passion and have a career within the fishing industry that gravitated towards conservation, travel, and education. After graduation I was exposed to Fish for Change and fell in love with the organization. I became the Director of Operations and here we are! This is Fly Girl Fish episode 049, first aired on 08/13/2020. Originally broadcast on 04/23/2020 as episode 032.

It’s TBT with Liz Lucabaugh. In this episode from last November, she brought her first Liz List to the FGF, sharing her experiences and lessons learned during her early years of Fly Fishing. Liz is an avid Angler, Outdoors Woman and Animal Lover. Liz is the current president of The Georgia Women Fly Fishers and the primary coordinator of the club’s Annual Casting for Confidence, a day of fishing & fun for women cancer survivors. Liz and her husband Devon, and their chocolate lab Chip, share their love of the outdoors by maintaining a Blog, DuckWild Adventures, where they share their fishing and hunting adventures. Liz also shares her wild game recipes on their Blog for our enjoyment! Liz has been extremely influential in promoting Fly Fishing among women of all ages, she is a patient and knowledgeable teacher and we value her experience! Sharing the water with Liz is a true pleasure and we know you’ll enjoy her insights. Guest: Liz Lucabaugh Email: duckwildadventures@gmail.com Links: Recipe: Pecan Crusted Pan Fried Wild Trout DuckWild Adventures Instagram     This is Fly Girl Fish episode 048, first aired on 08/06/2020. Originally broadcast on 11/07/2019 as episode 009.

For the month of August it will be TBTs with Fly Girl Fish! Join us as we post a few of our favorite episodes from 2019. Kicking it off is Episode 003 with Tori Walburn. Tori was our first guest on Fly Girl Fish. We’re so grateful Tori was brave enough to join us as we were just learning the ropes of podcasting. Fishing with Tori is the most positive experience you will have on the water. Her enthusiasm and love of Fly Fishing is contagious and never ending. Tori is a Board Member for Georgia Women Fly Fishers. She gives of her time by volunteering whenever possible for events that support the Fly Fishing Community such as Reeling for Recovery and The All Girls Fish to name a few. We hope you enjoy this episode with Tori Walburn! Guest: Tori Walburn Bio: With an undeniable passion for life, Tori Walburn is sure to brighten anyone’s day with her animated spirit. By day, Tori rocks her Oxfords at a real estate law firm. Once the weekend hits you can catch the reflection of her smile and boots in any blue line north of Atlanta. For the past two years, her rod and reel have stayed packed in her MINI Cooper, ready to rig up anytime she can escape to the river. Her excitement and passion for fly fishing grows with every tug. Tori is the Social Media Manager for the Georgia Women Fly Fishers Club. She stays up-to-date on the latest hashtags while showcasing GWFF members in rivers and creeks across the state to boost the club’s online presence and share their stories! Tori is currently working to become a professional fishing guide with the goal of sharing the sport with as many folks as possible.     This is Fly Girl Fish episode 047, first aired on 07/29/2020. Originally broadcast on 09/26/2019 as episode 003.

When Editor Sue Collins, of several Lifestyle Publications, was first introduced to fly fishing, it was to gain knowledge before writing an article. That experience was so motivating that she picked up a fly rod and has not looked back since. Now Sue, a fellow member of Georgia Women’s Fly Fishers is out on the water as much as she can. Today we talk with Sue about what she has learned. Guest: Sue Collins Website: www.lifestylepubs.com Social Media: Instagram Bio: Sue Collins is an Atlanta-based magazine editor and travel writer. She hails from Michigan and graduated from University of Oregon, later around the world with her husband who was a sailmaker. Together, they have three grown children (and a beautiful 1-year old grandson) and have lived in for Atlanta 10 years. Sue studied marine biology, until she realized chemistry and numbers were not her strength. She’s always loved being on and under the water, sailing, stand-up paddle boarding, snorkeling and swimming where ever her journey took her. Her first time with a fly rod was on the Provo River outside Park City, Utah. Since then, she’s fished north Georgia’s creeks and rivers and looks forward to fishing during the summer in northern Michigan where her family has spent summers for four generations. Sue joined Georgia Women Fly Fishers last year, got her first fly rod for Christmas and practices casting in the downtown Atlanta park near her house and tries to fish whenever she can.       This is Fly Girl Fish episode 046, first aired on 07/22/2020.

South west Florida has some amazing freshwater fisheries, and if you plan a trip with Captain Debbie Hanson, you are sure to have fun. Debbie is focused on making your freshwater fly-fishing experience customized to you, your experience level, and your expectations. This podcast is packed full of valuable information on bass fishing on the fly and Debbie has a wealth of knowledge on what Florida has to offer the freshwater fly angler. Guest: Debbie Hanson Phone: 239-233-4930 Website: www.shefishes2.com Social Media: Facebook Instagram Twitter Pinterest     This is Fly Girl Fish episode 045, first aired on 07/15/2020.

Etiquette, unspoken things and spoken things happen when we are out fishing. There may be some things we know, and some things that we are not aware of. Liz Lucabaugh is the president of Georgia Women’s Fly Fishers. Today she digs into Fly-Fishing etiquette. This is part one of a series of etiquette commandments that Liz brings to us at Fly Girl Fish with a lighthearted approach. You might relate, and are certainly welcome to laugh along with us.   Guest: Liz Lucabaugh This is Fly Girl Fish episode 044, first aired on 07/09/2020.

In this installment of our Artist Series, we talk with Megan about her talents for turning foraging opportunities in the forests and woods into beautiful pieces of natural art.  Megan turns shelf fungi, weathered wood, paint and other natural materials into painted fish, wildlife, and scenes of nature. Guest: Megan Scott Scripts Email: muddymaggie22@gmail.com Social Media: Facebook Instagram Bio: My name is Megan Scripps, I’m a 35 year old stay at home mother of two beautiful boys, Declan (5) and Brodie (3). I’ve also added to my life a small art business, incorporating my love of the outdoors, art, foraging and now fishing. Art has been a large part of my life as far back as childhood. I remember walking my suburban streets looking for odd bits of broken toys and bottle caps to glue together and bring home as “presents” for my family. When I finally was introduced to the woods, rivers, and streams, I was surrounded by inspiration, at that point nature art was all I found myself wanting to create. I recently started painting fish. it’s been a long time since I’ve been able to go fishing and I have missed it horribly. My best fishing memory took place when I was visiting Marco Island, Florida. My Father in-law also has a large boat and I pulled up a Goliath Grouper, with a little help I must admit because it felt like a car was at the other end of the line. To know I’d caught that big green beautiful monster felt like quite the accomplishment. Having two little boys and a thriving business has limited some of my outdoor adventures but being able to make art for a living is a dream come true for me, that I’m grateful for every day.         This is Fly Girl Fish episode 042, first aired on 07/01/2020.

It all started innocently enough when Jill’s sister asked for some of Jill’s pottery pieces for a silent auction. The custom designed pottery with designs of trout and flies quickly took off. We talk to Jill today about her artwork and how she crafts her designs which are useful and functional. Meet Jill Holland, owner and potter of Twinkle Tree Pottery. Guest: Jill Holland Website: twinkletreepottery.com Social Media: Facebook Instagram Bio: Growing up in Little Rock, Arkansas, one of my favorite memories was doing ceramics with my Mom, other family members and neighbors, around our kitchen table. During my college years, I had the privilege of spending a year in Japan as an exchange student, where my interest in pottery was reignited. Fast forward about 30 years when my sweet husband gave me a gift certificate for a pottery lesson to learn how to throw on the wheel. From then on, I was hooked! For the next ten years, I’ve continued to learn, practice, and create. Today, I can most often be found in my studio in the basement of our home, doing what I love to do. Nowadays, my husband of 37 years and I enjoy our home on five acres in Castle Rock, Colorado, with a gorgeous view of the Rocky Mountains from our back deck (and from my studio). We are empty-nesters who enjoy working on DIY projects together, and singing in our church choir. We have two sons and daughters-in law in Texas and Oklahoma, and 3 of the most incredible grandchildren on the planet!     This is Fly Girl Fish episode 043, first aired on 07/01/2020.

Kara Schuett is a fly-fishing angler, guide, and founder of Yellow Sally Women & Girls’ Fly-Fishing Clothing & Accessories. Kara began operating a drift boat and guiding anglers in her home state of Montana. She has continued to grow Yellow Sally offering women and girls a selection of great fishy clothes! Meet Kara Schuett of Yellow Sally. Guest: Kara Schuett Website: www.yellowsallyfishing.com Email: yellowsallyfishing@gmail.com Social Media: Facebook Instagram Bio: Starting from childhood, Kara has been passionate about all things outdoors, especially fishing. While her love for nature began while growing up in the mountains of Idaho, her entrancement with fly fishing struck hard after moving to southwest Montana in her early 20s. She spent countless hours learning the uniqueness of each river and honing her craft. Being a fishing guide is not for the weak or weary, although sometimes it can leave you feeling exactly that way. A couple years into guiding, Kara found herself underwhelmed with the selection of outdoor fishing apparel for women and girls. There was a gap that needed to be filled in the industry. Women and girls deserved need to be represented in this industry. A spark was lit. Fast forward through years of thinking, researching, and planning and we get to the launch of Yellow Sally, a fly-fishing clothing line for women and girls. When she is not out on the water spreading the joy of the outdoors to beginning and seasoned anglers alike, Kara is working hard to develop functional, high quality fishing and outdoor wear.   This is Fly Girl Fish episode 041, first aired on 06/24/2020.

Atlanta based Hannah Griffin always had an eye for art and her family always enjoyed the outdoors, especially fly fishing. Hannah creates abstracted, expressionistic reproductions of photographs and memories through vibrant colors and bold brush strokes. She creates fly patterns on canvas.  Hannah enjoys the shine, the sparkle, and the texture of creating her designs on canvas. On today’s podcast, Hannah tells us how she does it. Guest: Hannah Griffin Website: www.hannahgriffinart.com Email: hannah@hannahgriffinart.com Social Media: Facebook Instagram Pinterest Bio: Hannah Griffin is an accomplished painter who enjoys the outdoors and fishing. Painting with vibrant colors, bold brush strokes, and detailed texture, Hannah loves to capture special moments. She enjoys working with clients to bring their vision to canvas whether it be a live moment during your wedding reception, your largest rainbow trout, or your grandchildren’s portraits. Hannah also knows to handle a fishing rod. She has landed trophy trout from mountain streams and powerful tarpon while fishing from kayak. She can be found each Father’s Day fishing a trout stream with her Dad. She has been featured at The Fish Hawk and Orvis Atlanta, and is excited to have a painting selected to be featured on an Orvis shirt for national distribution in their stores and online. Hannah graduated with a Bachelor in Fine Arts in Painting. She worked for Atlanta-based artist Steve Penley. Hannah currently lives and works in Atlanta, Georgia with her cat, Noah.       This is Fly Girl Fish episode 040, first aired on 06/17/2020.

Pamela Caldwell Dunlap is the founder of Women Wine & Waders. Finding a passion for fly fishing later in life, Pamela discovered how therapeutic being out on the water can be for the mind, body, and soul. According to Pam, Fly Fishing brought her peace at time in her life when she truly needed it. Women Wine & Waders was born so Pamela could share her love of fly fishing with other women. Women can experience how wonderful it can be to relax, laugh, fish, and forget about the world for a moment. Pamela is also an ambassador for tourism in West Virginia and has a Women Wine & Waders sponsored wine that is uniquely West Virginia. In her free time Pamela also makes jewelry for passionate fly fishing anglers to enjoy. Guest: Pamela Dunlap Website: www.womenwineandwaders.com Social Media: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter Bio: Pamela Dunlap is the founder of Women Wine & Waders, a West Virginia based organization that promotes adventures, friendships, and accomplishments through fly fishing. “I believe everything happens for a reason, so that first day in the water was my awakening. Learning fly fishing late in life has been a blessing.” At a time when she needed a diversion, she found it. Like many others, fly fishing has been a healing treatment for those going through divorces, empty nests, widows, cancer, and or life struggles. In fact, Pam cares about the healing process that fly fishing offers, the group adopts a lady fighting cancer every year. She schedules fly fishing events for women in a variety of venues. Her recent event crosses over women that hunt into fly fishing with Cast & Blast adventures. Hosting anglers on the pristine waters of WV gives her the opportunity to share her passion for fly fishing and promoting state tourism. ”West Virginia is a hidden gem for trout fishing. If you want to visit beautiful locations to fish then “Almost Heaven” West Virginia should be your destination. ” Pam’s enthusiasm has reached beyond the borders of the mountain state as she continues to introduce women anglers to the sport she loves. ”We welcome everyone, from beginner to seasoned anglers.” ”It’s about friendships and fun. Fishing is the bonus!” With only a few years until she retires, she plans to expand to saltwater events. Pam has been fly fishing the gulf coast of Florida and loves the diversity of learning new adventures.         This is Fly Girl Fish episode 039, first aired on 06/10/2020.

Fly Girl Fish welcomes Katie Cahn. Katie has such enthusiasm, sense of adventure and resilience, we loved having her share her experiences with us. Katie has been through some very challenging times in her life and it has always brought her back to the peace of Fly Fishing. We believe her journey will inspire you as much as it did us. Not only is Katie a talented guide and angler, she creates beautiful one of a kind jewelry, featured on her website Dirt Road Wares. Enjoy our podcast with Katie as she shares her story and also tells us about her best fishing buddy Beans! Guest: Katie Cahn Website: dirtroadwares.com Instagram: @katiecahn, @dirtroadwares         This is Fly Girl Fish episode 038, first aired on 06/03/2020.

Wanda Taylor has led the way for women anglers since the 1980’s. Wanda not only has a wealth of knowledge and experience in practically every area of Fly Fishing, she continues to give back to the community in so many ways by teaching and supporting Women Veterans, Cancer survivors and anglers of all ages and levels of experience. She shared her incredible journey with Fly Girl Fish, including her friendships with Fly Fishing legends Joan Wulff and Lefty Kreh! We hope you enjoy our time with Wanda, and Fly Girl Fish can’t wait to have her back! Guest: Wanda Taylor Website: wandataylorflyfishing.com Bio: Wanda Taylor has been fishing since she was four years old! Her grandmothers taught her to fish. Her love for fishing increased when she agreed to marry a professional fly guide. Within their partnership she became a fly fishing guide, fly casting instructor, Fly Fish TV hostess, featured in fly fishing video’s, online podcast, Walkers Cay with Flip Pallot, and a published outdoor writer for Fly Fish America and DUN Magazine. Wanda has been and is a featured speaker at fly clubs, expos, conclaves, and private fly fishing events across the United States and around the world. Her topics range from freshwater to saltwater inshore, near shore and off shore in bluewaters. Her many awards and achievements of “Firsts” are the reason she is known as the “South’s 1st Lady of Fly Fishing”: TFO National Advisory Staff Member for 15 years (Fan and supporter for 18 yrs.!) Ambassador for Women Veterans attending Project Healing Waters events. Board Member and Retreat Leader for Casting Carolina’s 2019 – World Record Kona Hawaii Spearfish on the fly (Northern Lights – Captain Nakamaru). 2016 – 1st Woman to be inducted into the Southern Appalachian’s Fly Fishing Museum Hall of Fame. 2008 – International Federation of Fly Fishers South Eastern Council Award of Excellence for Wanda’s work with “Casting For Recovery” and “Casting For Confidence“. 2005 – Southeastern International Federation of Fly Fishers Woman of the Year. 2002 – Co Founder Casting For Confidence. 1996 – 1st Woman certified by the International Federation of Fly Fishers as a Master Certified Casting Instructor. 1990 – 1st Woman Orvis Endorsed Guide in the Southeastern United States.     This is Fly Girl Fish episode 037, first aired on 05/27/2020.

Fly Girl Fish welcomes Gabriella Hoffman, Media Strategist, Award-Winning Outdoor Writer and Avid Angler. Gabriella Fly Fishes, hunts and devotes the majority of her time to conservation issues and policies that affect our environment. She is also the creator and host of The District of Conservation Podcast. Gabriella’s dedication to the outdoors, conservation and use of social media to spread the word is evident in everything she does. So sit back and enjoy today’s conversation with Gabriella Hoffman!   Guest: Gabriella Hoffman Website: gabriellahoffman.com Social Media: Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube LinkedIn iTunes Podcast RSS Feed at Anchor.fm   This is Fly Girl Fish episode 036, first aired on 05/21/2020.

When Fly Girl Fish finished interviewing Stevie for this episode – the one word to describe her was WOW! This young Angler has the enthusiasm, dedication and humor that makes an impression. What we found most enduring was her humility and ability to laugh at herself and laugh at her mistakes (check out the chandelier story).  She approaches challenges and barriers as part of the process to grow and learn, not just about Fly Fishing but about life. She also has had to adjust her outlook and attitude along the way which is a testament to her ability to grow and give back to the Fly Fishing community and to inspire other young female anglers. We look forward to following Stevie on her Fly Fishing journey! Guest: Stevie In The Media: Silver Kings (Discovery Channel) Dun Magazine – Fall 2017 Tail Magazine – May/June 2018 Bonefish & Tarpon Trust First BTT Youth Ambassador Announcement “Why I Fish” Blog Post for BTT BTT / Nautilus Micro-Film Contest Winning Video (First permit)       This is Fly Girl Fish episode 035, first aired on 05/13/2020.

Jackie Kutzer and Christine (Chrissy) Atkins are the Co-Leaders of the Orvis led initiative 50/50 On The Water. In 2017, Orvis started the 50/50 On The Water campaign to bring Gender Parity to the sport of Fly Fishing. Jackie and Chrissy have been the movers and shakers leading the way ever since, and it hasn’t been easy! They have had the support of the Fly Fishing Community, including industry leaders who stand behind supporting women when it comes to equipment, education and resources. Get to know Jackie and Chrissy, with their enthusiasm, love for Fly Fishing and dedication to the 50/50 initiative you will be proud to be an angler in support of more women on the water! Guests: Chrissy Atkins Jackie Kutzer Social Media: Instagram Bios at 50/50 On The Water: Chrissy Jackie This is Fly Girl Fish episode 034, first aired on 05/06/2020.

Charlotte is an up and coming young angler full of excitement and enthusiasm! We met Charlotte and her father at the Atlanta Fly Fishing Show earlier this year. She was eager to share her love of fly fishing with us and her passion for the sport is contagious! Charlotte does not hesitate when taking on a moving river, fly fishing classes, or learning new techniques with the support of her father. Charlotte is still in grammar school but she gets in her fishing time and continues to grow as an angler. Talking with Charlotte and other young anglers brings a fresh perspective to fly fishing and shows us the future of fly fishing is in good hands! Charlotte wants to continue improving her skills while sharing her passion with other new anglers. We look forward to seeing what the future holds for Charlotte as she continues her fly fishing journey! Guest: Charlotte Bio: I was 3 or 4 years old when I started fly fishing. I really enjoyed it, so my dad took me out fishing more often when I was more comfortable doing it. My dad took me to a place called Bear Creek which is located right outside of Denver, Colorado. I am originally from Colorado, then moved to Charlotte, North Carolina in 2017. My favorite place to fish is Rocky Mountain National Park. Here, we have caught more than 100 brook trout and cutthroat trout in one day! The reason I like it is because it is beautiful plus we would see many elk. Cataloochee located in Smoky Mountain National Park, is my second favorite place to fish. The campsites are nice, close to the river and fishing is great. We also see elk here like we used to see on our Rocky Mountain trips. (On one trip here, we saved a toad from getting run over on the road!!) I’m in the 5th grade. I don’t really talk about fly fishing at school, but I do want to talk to a local Trout Unlimited member and my teachers about trout in the classroom. I have been a Trout Unlimited member for many years.         This is Fly Girl Fish episode 033, first aired on 04/30/2020.

Fishing can change lives, and with Fish For Change, the organization Heather is involved in, it can happen in your hometown town or in exotic places that not only help locals in that region, but speak to the heart of anglers everywhere. Heather has a long history of fishing along side her dad in the Florida keys. With Heather by her Dad’s side, she learned conservation and cares deeply about her natural surroundings. Today, she is giving back some of the passion she feels for fly fishing to students and young people at all stages of exposure to the sport. With Heather’s infectious desire to share fly fishing with others, the sport will naturally grow. Guest: Heather Harkavy Website: www.fishforchange.org Email: heather@fishforchange.org Social Media: Facebook Instagram About: I grew up in South Florida and was exposed to fly fishing by my best friend, my dad. I went to Florida State University and majored in Marketing and Hospitality. Summers were spent working with an assortment of fishing organizations such as Tropic Star Lodge, Trout Unlimited, CCA, CFCW, and Costa. I knew I wanted to follow my passion and have a career within the fishing industry that gravitated towards conservation, travel, and education. After graduation I was exposed to Fish for Change and fell in love with the organization. I became the Director of Operations and here we are! This is Fly Girl Fish episode 032, first aired on 04/23/2020.

It’s Sarah Bakers job to make sure we have trout to fish in our Georgia waters. Have you ever thought, who cares for the trout before they are released, either in delayed harvest or through out the year? It’s the Georgia Department of Natural Resources and biologists like Sarah Baker, Trout Biologist from the Wildlife Resources Division of the DNR who take their job very seriously, wade in our waters year round, testing, recording data, and making sure our trout are healthy, growing and spawning under the right conditions. All this to preserve the species and make sure they are thriving, so they can be enjoyed for generations to come. Guest: Sarah Baker Bio: Sarah Baker is the new trout biologist for the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division. She helps manage trout populations throughout North Georgia. She received her B.S. in Biology at The College of Idaho, and her M.S. in Fisheries Science at Auburn University.   This is Fly Girl Fish episode 031, first aired on 04/16/2020.

If you have fished since you were two years old, you’re probably a master. But, if you’re still fishing at age 10 and mastering the skills of a master, you might be a prodigy. Meet Deighan, also known as Lil D, a young lady who has been fishing since she was two years old using spin equipment. That didn’t last long though. She quickly left that discipline to develop her fly fishing skills with her Dad and dog Ranger by her side. She hasn’t looked back since. Lil D talked with us at FGF about how she started, what she enjoys about fly fishing, and how she can share her love of the sport with her friends. Listening to Lil D talk about all her achievements she’s had by the age of 10 is really inspiring. The future for young ladies in this sport is very bright, especially when Lil D is leading the way. Guest: Deighan Social Media: Instagram Yellow Sally Fishing  On Instagram  On Facebook Bio: At the age of 10 Deighan has been flyfishing more than half her life. Living in central Texas she has 365 days a year to practice her art. At age 7 D was told by a student at school that fishing was for boys and her Instagram account @marchbrowneyedun was born. Finding and following several thousand other lady anglers in one night put away all doubts of her place on the water. Wanting to return the favor, her account became a source of inspiration and encouragement to other girls and women to enjoy fly fishing. D is determined to reach 50/50 on the water and has been sharing what she has learned with many other girls her age. Seeking her casting instructor certification she is the youngest person to pass the bronze level casting skills challenge from Fly Fishers International. D has tied flies at several shops and shows from NY to CO and fishes almost exclusively flies she tied. She shares her love of tying flies through live online tutorials and in person occasionally competing in iron fly contests against adults. She is an active member of Texas Women Fly Fishers hoping to supplement their many on the water outings with fly tying sessions. A published writer and aspiring photographer D chronicles her adventures through journaling and social media hoping to inspire and encourage any woman or girl with an interest in trying the previously male dominated sport of fly fishing.     This is Fly Girl Fish episode 030, first aired on 04/09/2020.

Jackie Kutzer started as a retail associate for the Orvis company. Now, because of the passion she saw in her customers and now husband, Orvis Casting Instructor, Peter Kutzer, Jackie is on a new mission. Her fly fishing story began at Orvis but now is soaring to new heights as the Co-Founder of 50/50 On The Water. Jackie has a love for salt water angling but with fly fishing she fell in love not only with her husband Pete, but with the art of the fly cast and that love lead her to learn more. Jackie watched women become interested in fly fishing, take a fly tying class, then a trip, and then go off to develop deep meaningful relationships, form fly fishing organizations, and stay in touch over the years with common enthusiasm of fishing and learning together. In this podcast we will only touch on her co founder role with 50/50 on the water and will soon bring her back with her co founding partner Christine Atkins to take a deeper dive in to how 50/50 is growing by leaps and bounds. Guest: Jackie Kutzer Email: 5050@orvis.com Website: 5050onthewater.orvis.com “Finished Roadie” – Photo by Jessica Haydahl Photography This is Fly Girl Fish episode 029, first aired on 04/02/2020.

Fly Girl Fish recently spent time with Devin Lancaster, founder of Southern Hackle Outfitters in Atlanta. Devin brings his love and knowledge of the outdoors to everything he does. He was learning to cast & mend a fly line with his father at the age of 7 and learning ways to be prepared for situations he may face in the wilderness. As his fly fishing skills improved, he gained a love and passion for wild brown trout and the native brook trout found in the headwater streams of the north Georgia mountains. He started Southern Hackle Outfitters as way to raise awareness for these native fish and to bring new people into the sport of fly fishing. If you’re looking for a knowledgeable, patient guide who has a great love for sharing knowledge then Devin is your man. Devin also has a blog on his web site where he shares humor and his perspective on relevant topics. Check it out! We’re excited that Devin took time to spend with us and we hope to have him on again! Guest: Devin Lancaster Makin’ it Happen Blog Southern Hackle Outfitters River Through Atlanta Social Media: Facebook Instagram   This is Fly Girl Fish episode 028, first aired on 03/26/2020.

As the first to air in our “artist series” Kristin Ellis, who owns Fish Girl Glass, talks to us about her talents in stained glass. Kristin designs and creates beautiful stained glass pieces for anglers, hunters, and others in beautiful glass colors. Her craft allows her to work closely with her clients thru commission, and to carefully piece together a stained glass design inside of a clients favorite old fish net frame, or just a free flowing design based on the clients desire. Kristin accepts commissions thru her Facebook page. If you are interested in this beautiful addition for your lake house or want it for your home or as a gift, listen in. Fly Girl Fish is happy to be doing podcasts with as many people as we can find who touch the industry and sport we all love.  Look for others in our artist series soon.   Guest: Kristin Ellis Facebook: www.facebook.com/fishgirlglass Email: elliskd11@charter.net Phone: 402-332-6297     This is Fly Girl Fish episode 027, first aired on 03/19/2020.