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In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash is joined by Mac Brown for another insightful edition of Casting Angles. Mac shares his recent experiences traveling back from Arkansas, where he spent time with the North Arkansas Fly Fishers and Davy Wotton. The conversation is filled with nostalgia as Mac reminisces about his childhood fishing memories at Bull Shoals, and he reflects on how the area has grown over the years.The duo discusses the current state of fishing in North Carolina, highlighting the recent stocking of delayed harvest waters. Mac provides valuable information on road conditions and encourages listeners to visit and support local communities affected by Hurricane Helene. He emphasizes the importance of being cautious on the water and staying informed about the latest conditions.As the episode progresses, Mac outlines his upcoming fly fishing show schedule, starting in Marlborough and spanning several months through March. He invites listeners to check out his website for details on specialty classes and shows, suggesting that these experiences make excellent holiday gifts for avid anglers.Marvin and Mac also remind listeners of the importance of education in fly fishing, noting that investing in learning opportunities can be more rewarding than purchasing new gear. With unseasonably warm weather in the Mid-Atlantic, they urge everyone to seize the chance to fish and support communities in East Tennessee, Western North Carolina and Southwest Virginia.Tight lines, everyone!North Carolina Stocking InformationNorth Carolina Road ConditionsAll Things Social MediaFollow Mac on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.Support the Show Shop on AmazonBecome a Patreon PatronSubscribe to the PodcastSubscribe to the podcast in the podcatcher of your choice.Advertise on the PodcastIs our community a good fit for your brand? Advertise with us.In the Industry and Need Help Getting Unstuck?Check out our consulting options!

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash connects with Mac Brown to discuss the unique challenges and joys of fall fly fishing in the Bryson City area. As the peak of fall foliage passes, Mac shares his insights on navigating the leaf litter that can deter anglers during this season. He emphasizes the effectiveness of using dry flies, particularly with orange hues, to avoid snagging leaves and offers a technique called the "circle pickup" to keep your fly clean.Mac and Marvin delve into the seasonal changes, from the colorful landscapes to the importance of safety and preparedness when wading in unfamiliar waters. They discuss the benefits of carrying a wading staff and having a survival kit on hand, especially as temperatures drop.Looking ahead, Mac is gearing up for a trip to Arkansas, where he'll reunite with fellow angler Davy Wotton for some fishing and possibly upland bird hunting. He also previews his busy schedule of fly fishing shows, including appearances at the Great Waters Fly Fishing Expo and various Fly Fishing Shows, where he'll be teaching alongside notable instructors like Gary Borger.Listeners are encouraged to embrace the fall fishing opportunities before winter sets in and reminded to check out the class signups for the upcoming shows. Tight lines, everyone!All Things Social MediaFollow Mac on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.Support the Show Shop on AmazonBecome a Patreon PatronSubscribe to the PodcastSubscribe to the podcast in the podcatcher of your choice.Advertise on the PodcastIs our community a good fit for your brand? Advertise with us.In the Industry and Need Help Getting Unstuck?Check out our consulting options!

Dive deep into the essence of fly fishing with host Marvin Cash as he welcomes back the esteemed Davy Wotton for part two of a riveting discussion on becoming a complete angler. In this nearly three-hour treasure trove of wisdom, Davy shares insights gained from a lifetime on the water, exploring everything from the impact of fishing frequency to the subtleties of fly presentation and the importance of being an observant angler.Listeners will be treated to Davy's expert analysis on common casting errors, the art of nymph fishing and the nuanced strategies behind targeting selective trout. He also discusses the evolution of fly tying, from the scarcity of materials to the modern abundance of synthetics, and the importance of adaptability in both tying and fishing.With a nod to the intricacies and lifelong journey of fly fishing, this episode is a must-listen for anglers seeking to elevate their craft.Thanks to Norvise for sponsoring the episode!Check Out Part One of Our ConversationLearn More About the North Arkansas Fly Fishers and the Sowbug RoundupAll Things Social MediaFollow Davy on Facebook and Instagram.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.Support the Show Shop on AmazonBecome a Patreon PatronSubscribe to the PodcastSubscribe to the podcast in the podcatcher of your choice.Helpful Episode Chapters0:00:00 Introduction0:03:32 Being Aware of River Conditions and Fly Selection0:12:56 Understanding the Varied Food Sources in the Water Column0:28:05 The Importance of Developing Multiple Fly Fishing Skills0:38:05 Fish Behavior and Feeding Patterns0:46:46 Adaptation: Changing Tactics When Fishing Isn't Successful0:48:45 Universal Flies for Catching Trout Worldwide0:56:54 Presenting Flies to Wary Fish for Successful Fishing1:05:54 The Skill and Versatility of Fly Tiers1:13:30 Sowbug Event in Mountain Home, March 2024

Our destination is the world-famous White River, Bull Shoals, Arkansas, with 25-year veteran guide and wet fly expert, Davy Wotton, American International School of Fly Fishing.  The White River is an enormous tailwater system with a larger-than-life reputation. Here anglers can tangle with trout dreams are made of. Davy has appeared on numerous TV shows and podcasts, is fly designer, consultant, manufacturer of fly fishing gear, and wet fly expert.   Davy gives a great overview of the White River system, how to go after those monster browns, plus innovative wet fly techniques that bring the big boys up for dinner.    Bonus: where to wade fish when the generators are on and the water is high, and great stories of his close friend, Dave Whitlock.  Could the White be your best shot at a that trout of a lifetime?   Find out from Davy! With host, Steve Haigh Be the first to know about new episodes.  Become a subscriber Pictures from Davy Wotton: @DestinationAnglerPodcast on Facebook and Instagram Contact Davy Wotton (870) 404-5223 https://www.davywottonflyfishing.com/ ·       Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/david.wotton.16 Please check out our Sponsors: Angler's Coffee - elevating the coffee experience for the fly-fishing community & anglers everywhere with small-batch coffee delivered to your doorstep.  https://anglerscoffee.com/   | Facebook & Instagram @anglerscoffeeco    Got Fishing - crafting world Class fly-fishing adventures specially designed to your level of experience and budget.   https://gotfishing.com/ | Facebook @GotFishingAdventures Instagram @GotFishing TroutRoutes - the #1 Trout Fishing app, helping you find new trout water so you spend less time on the road and more time fishing.  https://troutinsights.com/ | Facebook @troutinsights Instagram @TroutRoutes  Download the app here Adamsbuilt Fishing - THE trusted source for quality fly fishing gear, built to last at an affordable price. Waders, Nets, Outerwear. https://www.adamsbuiltfishing.com/ | Facebook & Instagram @Adamsbuilt Destination Angler:  Website Destination Angler Gear – T-shirts, Hats, Artwork Get updates and pictures of destinations covered on each podcast:  @DestinationAnglerPodcast on Facebook and Instagram Join in the conversation with the @DestinationAnglerConnection group on Facebook.  Comments & Suggestions:  host, Steve Haigh, email shaigh50@gmail.com Available on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Recorded Jan 4, 2024.  Episode 111

In the latest episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash sits down with British fly fishing legend Davy Wotton for an illuminating reflection on his earliest memories discovering the sport as a child in the UK countryside. Davy vividly recalls being transfixed by an old man gracefully fly fishing on a nearby river, sparking a lifelong passion. He shares how boarding school mentors like its game master nurtured his interest by providing fly tying materials and guiding him to books that built his knowledge. We learn how Davy diligently honed his skills at the vise and studying insect hatches to become an expert angler proficient in nymphing, dry flies, and other techniques. His wisdom emphasizes that close observation and time on the water are key to understanding trout behavior across seasons. This is a must-listen origin story from one of fly fishing's most iconic figures. Thanks to Norvise for sponsoring the episode! All Things Social Media Follow Davy on Facebook and Instagram. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube. Support the Show Shop on Amazon Become a Patreon Patron Subscribe to the Podcast or, Even Better, Download Our App Download our mobile app for free from the Apple App Store, the Google Play Store or the Amazon Android Store. Subscribe to the podcast in the podcatcher of your choice. Helpful Episode Chapters 0:00:00 Introduction 0:01:33 Childhood Fishing Memories by the River 0:07:00 Boarding School: A Gateway to Fishing and Self-Education 0:19:06 Practical Application and the Need for Hands-on Experience 0:30:44 The Right Flies and Presentations Crucial for Inducing Fish to Take. 0:41:22 The Skills Required to be a Complete Angler 0:55:16 The Importance of Proper Casting Technique

In this brilliant conversion, we analyze and delve deep into every aspect of the tactical presentations that the wet fly can bring today dating back centuries to its humble beginnings. From dead upstream to upstream-and-across, and then to down-and-across wet fly swinging, to finally downstream dead drift presentations in the old school Greased Line and Patent methods, we discuss all the ways the wet fly can stir the aggressive chase and imitative feeding responses. Trout fishing along with swinging wets for Atlantic salmon and steelhead take center stage as guest Davy Wotton and podcast host Matthew Supinski go where no other podcast has gone before to jazz up and put back the glory in a subsurface technique that has lost its appeal to many trout anglers due to the popularity of the nymph- enjoy! hallowedwatersjournal.com ARPOW Instagram https://www.instagram.com/arpowmusic/?hl=en Apple Music Link https://music.apple.com/us/album/floating/1538035394?i=1538035453 Caleb Instagram https://www.instagram.com/iamcalebdenman/ Jupiter Sound Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jupitersoundllc/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hallowedwaters/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hallowedwaters/support

A Five Part Series on Hallowed Waters Podcast “Below the Meniscus”- The Evolution and Art of Fly Fishing Below the Surface with Nymphs and Wet Flies – A Five Part Series on Hallowed Waters Podcast From its Roman Empire era origins in Macedonia with the Red Fly, and early beginnings with Dame Juliana and her “Treatise” dangling her beautifully concocted flies to fool trout and Atlantic salmon on the River Ver spring creek at her St Alban's Sopwell Nunnery, is how fly fishing had its humble beginnings. But it was with the modern foundations of Ronalds, Skues, Sawyer, and Cutcliffe in England,  on the hallowed chalk streams of the Rivers Itchen and Avon; and North Country, Wales  and Dartmoor small freestone rivers, that the nymph and wet fly had their evolution. Thus the going below the meniscus art form has now become the most lethal way of taking trout worldwide with the onset of Euro Nymphing. Three accomplished guest figures of these genres: ex- pat Davy Wotton, George Daniel, and one of England's iconic chalk stream fly fishing authors, Terry Lawton, along with Hallowed Waters Podcast host and author: Matthew Supinski, discuss the evolutionary magnitude, science, artistic beauty, techniques and gear, fly designs, but often questionable approaches with Euro and competitive fishing,  that impacts the trout and fly fisher with these highly effective tactics. The final episode discusses the impact on the angler and how it has transformed them from a fly shop and consumer's perspective, with a highly skilled Euro nympher and fly shop guru guest: Torrey Collins. Don't miss this  epic documentary podcast on the subject – stay tuned! hallowedwatersjournal.com ARPOW Instagram https://www.instagram.com/arpowmusic/?hl=en Apple Music Link https://music.apple.com/us/album/floating/1538035394?i=1538035453 Caleb Instagram https://www.instagram.com/iamcalebdenman/ Jupiter Sound Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jupitersoundllc/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hallowedwaters/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hallowedwaters/support

Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/442 Presented By: Togens Fly Shop, Daiichi, Stonefly Nets, Angler's Coffee Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Alen Baker is here to take us to the Fly Fishing Museum of the Southern Appalachians. We discover who some of the most famous people are in this region and why they have a drift boat in the museum. We also learn how they are different and similar to some of the museums around the country. Tune in and get ready to reel in some new knowledge! Fly Fishing Museum Show Notes with Alen Baker 03:00 - Alen shares how he got into fly fishing in 1981, noting that he grew up fishing with worm bait. 04:18 - Alen's idea for the Fly Fishing Museum of the Southern Appalachians came to fruition after a trip to Nova Scotia, where he visited the Salmon Museum and was inspired to create something similar for the South. 08:12 - The museum primarily focuses on the people and methods of fly fishing in the mountains, with a special exhibit on Ray Bergman's rod and book called Trout. 10:03 - Alen noted some individuals that have contributed significantly to the history of fly fishing in the Southern Appalachian region, like Fred and Allaine Hall, who were well-known fly pattern creators. 13:05 - The Hall of Fame has expanded to include the Ozarks and is now known as the Southern Fly Fishing Hall of Fame. It includes people like Bernard "Lefty" Kreh, Davy Wotton, Dave Whitlock, and others who have significantly contributed to the fly fishing industry, including conservationists and craftsmen. 14:08 - Other notable museums include the Catskill Fly Fishing Museum, the Fly Fishers International in Livingston, and the American Museum of Fly Fishing. 16:15 - Alen walks us through the museum's Hall of Fame selection process. The museum holds a meet and greet and induction luncheon for their Hall of Fame, followed by a museum tour. They also host a fundraiser to raise money for groups like Casting Carolinas. 19:08 - Bryson City is well known for whitewater rafting on the Nantahala Outdoor Center and the Smoky Mountain Railroad. 20:54 - The new building for the museum will feature aquariums and a cabin-style museum with a vaulted ceiling to house exhibits such as Gary and Wanda Taylor's McKenzie-style drift boat built and run in the southeast. We had Wanda Taylor on the show before. 26:15 - We had a whole mini-season on drift boats before. In one episode, we also had John Bond talk about moving his drift boat to Norway. We also had Jack Dennis in Episode 217. 28:12 - The museum has also established satellite exhibits in various locations to promote the museum and make it more accessible to people who cannot visit the primary site in Bryson City. They currently have seven satellite exhibit locations. 35:14 - Alen wrote My Fly Fishing Playbook and also a book about the museum. He will also write a follow-up book to Fly Fishermen of Caldwell County: North Carolina Life Stories. 38:46 - Alen recommends the Smoky Mountain Fly Fishing and Tuckaseegee Fly Shop for people who want to fly fish in Bryson City. 42:00 - Jim Casada, Don Kirk, and Jim Dean were some of the individuals that influenced Alen in his fly fishing. Don started his own Hall of Fame called Legends of the Fly. 46:18 - If you build it, they will come. -- Alen Baker Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/442

Initially posted on July 28, 2019 This week, my guest is Davy Wotton, who is originally from Wales but now lives and guides on the White River in Arkansas. I get frequent questions about swinging soft hackles and wet flies, a technique that I am not the best at, so I brought in the angler whom I consider the ultimate expert on this kind of fishing. Davy blends the British traditions with American conditions, so he really has the best perspective on this kind of fishing, which can be both challenging and subtle—especially when fish are taking emergers. It's a long podcast, but since I have never done one on this topic, I make up for lost time. And Davy had many interesting points to make. The Fly Box is a bit shorter this week because the main podcast is so long. But we cover some interesting questions, as usual: What can I do to keep my Stimulators floating? When do you fish a nymph and when do you fish a streamer? Can you use weed guards on trout flies? Why am I breaking off so many fish? Do some rod guides work better than others? More on pressure and its effects on fish What is the difference between a freshwater and saltwater rod? How can I see my fly in a fast riffle? How do I know if small streams hold trout? Why do trout bump my flies and why do they come off quickly?

Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/221 Show Sponsor:  Turtlebox Audio:  https://wetflyswing.com/turtlebox Show Sponsor:  OPST:  https://wetflyswing.com/opst I had Charles Jardine, quite possibly the biggest fly fisher in the UK and has been called the Lefty Kreh of the UK.  We find out the difference between nymphing uk streams vs fishing US streams.  Charles has traveled the world and fished extensively in the US.  We make the connection with Davy Wotton and some of the great mentors he has had including by the man who created the pheasant tail nymph. Show Notes with Charles Jardine - Gary Borger was on the podcast in episode 45 and talked about the history of nymph fishing.  - The Flymph was noted and was created by Dave Hughes. - Frank Sawyer gave Charles his first proper lesson.  Frank is the creator of the Pheasant tail nymph. - Davy Wotton was on the podcast twice, first in episode 35 here and later in episode 174 here to go deeper into wet fly fishing. - Paul McCartney was on the Smartless Podcast - The Classic Guide to Fly-Fishing for Trout: The Fly-Fisher's Book of Quarry, Tackle, & Techniques Hardcover - Dynamic Nymphing is one of the greatest books for nymphing. - Tactical Fly Fishing by Devin Olsen - Devin was on the podcast in episode 43. - The Fishing Cas is Charles' podcast that focusing on unique topics in fly fishing. - Kelly Galloup was on the podcast in episode 167 here. - Fishing Breaks is Simons company - the River From and Thomas Hardy had a cottage there - Oscar Pallu was one of the most influential fly tyers. - Charles fly box You can find Charles at CharlesJardine.co.uk Nymph Fishing Conclusion with Charles Jardine Charles Jardine, one of the most well know fly anglers out of the UK is here to share his story and some tips and tricks on nymph fishing.  He describes why he like flash and why he doesn't, why pink is natural in the stream is natural, and why the UK doesn't use purple. Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/221

Show Notes: wetflyswing.com/198 Sponsor: Stonefly Nets: wetflyswing.com/stonefly Ethan Igleheart shares the background on how he created a wood trout net business at stonefly nets.  We find out what the process looks like in producing nets and how the burl makes the nets so unique. We talk about some of the specific nets Ethan makes and some of the custom nets they make.  You'll have a perspective on what goes into making a wood landing net at the end of this episode. Stonefly Nets is a sponsor for this podcast and you can support this podcast and Stonefly by clicking here:  wetflyswing.com/stonefly Show Notes with Ethan Igleheart - Cold Water Collectibles is a good resource for old rods and gear. - We talk about the burls and why they make the net so unique - The Spalted Maple burrow net - We talk about Tom Morgan Rodsmiths who were on the podcast here and are partnering on a new project with Ethan. - Nov 20 of 2020 on Instagram.  Has red mixed in with some other killer colors. - Wet talk about the fish pond rubber netting and the similarities to the Stonefly net. - I noted the electrode video that can be found on Stonefly Nets Intagram page. - Dave Whitlock was on the podcast and Davy Wotton was on the podcast here. You can find Ethan at StoneflyNets.com Trout Net Conclusion with Ethan Igleheart We find out the steps to making a wood trout net and how Ethan Igleheart created a successful fly fishing business in the wooden trout net space.  The secret is creating a custom one of a kind fishing net for a premium price. Ethan has also partnered up with Tom Morgan Rodsmiths who were on this podcast in a past episode.   They have a package deal that comes with a Stonefly Net and custom rod. Stonefly Nets is also a sponsor for the Podcast so please click below to check out some of the products they have going. Show Notes: wetflyswing.com/198 Sponsor: Stonefly Nets: wetflyswing.com/stonefly

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/174 Davy Wotton is here to break out a step x step guide to getting started fly fishing wet flies.  We break down each step today in a systematic fashion so you know exactly how to fish wet flies like a pro. Davy shares the perfect rod, line, and leader as well as his top 20 wet flies of all time.  Davy notes that the dry line is the goto line but that you should have an intermediate line as part of your gear. Part 1 - Davy Wotton was first on the podcast in Episode 35 and covered wet fly fishing here. Show Sponsors Fly Fishing and Tying Journal   Show Notes - Fishing Wet Flies with Davy Wotton - Check out the ultimate wet fly fishing blog post that includes many of the steps that aren't written down in this blog post. - Davy notes some of the wet fly fishing facebook groups now. - Clear amnesia is what davy uses for building his leader - Wet Fly Ways is the great DVD that covers all of Davy’s best tips on wet fly fishing. - Here is the davy cotton episode 1 and also the dave Whitlock episode here. - I noted the drift boat series that we have going. You can find Davy at DaveWottonFlyFishing.com Videos on Fishing Wet Flies Noted in the Show Wet Flies Ways DVD at fly fish tv on youtube how to tie the davy knot Davy Wotton is here to produce another amazing podcast episode on fishing wet flies with a focus on caddis hatches.  We find out how emerges hatch and how you can match this hatch under the surface. Find out why a soft tip rod is key, why you need an intermediate line and the exact formula to create your leader and cast of flies.  This is the ultimate wet fly fishing step x step podcast.  We find out how to know how deep to go with your bug. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/174

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/160 I am very pleased to have the great Dave Whitlock on the podcast to share the story of how he made a life in fly fishing and in art.  Dave provides some tips on fishing terrestrials and how the Dave’s Hopper became the fly he’s most known for. We hear about the impact of Joe Brooks, Lee Wulff, Davy Wotton and others who influenced Dave along the way.  We dig into a little on the White River and focus on some of the terrestrial patterns that Dave has created over the years. Support Our Podcast Sponsors  So Fly Gear: https://www.soflygear.com/ Fly Fishing and Tying Journal: https://ftjangler.com/ Show Notes with Dave Whitlock - Brian Wise was on the podcast in episode 157 here from Fly Fishing the Ozarks and talked about fishing streamers on the North Fork of the White River. - I note the Guide to Aquatic Trout Foods which is one of my goto bug books. - Dave is doing some artwork for Trout Magazine from Trout Unlimited.  - Dave's Hopper is one of the most know fly patterns.   - Here's a link to the Hopper DVD. - The Red Fox squirrel nymph - The Bright spot carpenter ant is another of Dave’s terrestrial patterns.   - Davy Wotton was on the podcast in episode 35 and talked about fishing wet flies. - Brian Wise talked about the North Fork of the White River and was on the podcast here. - Rick Hafele was on the podcast is episode 37 and covered the basics of entomology. - Gary Borger was a big influence for Dave and was on our podcast in episode 45 here. Joe Brooks was Dave's first fly fishing mentor and his nephew was on our podcast here in episode 71.  Here is a link to the Joe Brooks Documentary we talked about. - Lee Wulff was another huge mentor for Dave in conservation.  I had Joan Wulff on here and we talked about Lee. - Al Mclane's fly fishing encyclopedia - Here's a link to a podcast with Emily and Dave Whitlock. - Frank Moore was on the podcast here in episode 46. You can find Dave at DaveWhitlock.com Conclusion with Dave Whitlock The great Dave Whitlock is on the podcast this week to share his amazing life story and some tips on fishing terrestrials.  We hear about Dave Wotton and some of the other big mentors for Dave over the years. This one hits home for me because Dave is very similar in age to my dad and had a very similar life in fly fishing.  Lot's of good stuff on the White River, Oklahoma and trout fishing. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/160

Show Notes: http://wetflyswing.com/148 Brian Silvey talks about his life as a fly fishing guide with a focus on Steelhead Fishing in Oregon.  Find out what colors are best during the early and late season and how to get your fly down during the day.  We dig back into some of the history of spey and how Brian transitioned into it.  Show Notes with the Brian Silvey - Brian works with Marty and Mia Sheppard who were on the podcast in episode 76 here. - The dragon popper is one of Brian's killer poppers. - The Cottonwood Canyon State Park is a great way to access the river if you don’t have a boat. - We talk about Mark Bachman and the podcast he was on in episode 86 here. - Brian tells a story about tying the Brooks Stone and the big blunder and working for Mark early on.  Here's an old school video of the Brooks Stone. - Steve Gobin was one of Brian’s mentors and was highlighted in Trey Combs book. The Silvenator was noted by a number of listeners of the podcast and is still one of Brian's goto flies for steelhead. The green butt skunk, golden demon, muddlers and the max canyon are all goto flies for steelhead. John Shewey noted bird hunting and was on the podcast in episode 16 here. The Scientific Angler Scandi Spey Line is was recommended in this podcast. The Sofa Pillow was a good old fly that could be used for skating for steelhead. Davy Wotton was on the podcast here and still guides a bunch of days per year. Sweetwater Guide School is a great resource.  Steve Wilson was on the podcast here and described the school. You can find Brian Silvey's Fly Fishng here. Resources Noted in the Show The Scientific Angler Scandi Spey Line Steelhead Fly Fishing and Flies Videos and/or podcasts Noted in the Show The Silvenator The Max Canyon Conclusion with Brian Silvey Brian Silvey is on to share some tips on steelhead fishing and spey casting and takes up back to his first job.  Find out about Poly leaders vs mono leaders and some of the lines Brian is working on now with Scientific Anglers. Show Notes: http://wetflyswing.com/148

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/130 We get some background on Kulik Lodge and Fly Fishing for coho salmon with Bryce Rushbrook.  Bryce tells us what you can do to prepare for a big Alaska trip. We find out how Bryce became a Sweetwater success story and now has a strong guiding background.  Kyle provides some tips for your first trip to Alaska and how to make the most of your journey. Show Notes for Bristol Bay Fly Fishing - Steve Wilson was on the podcast in episode 105 to talk about the Sweetwater Guide School and how he came to become an Alaskan guide. - Wet talked about the Kulik Lodge experience and what it feels like when you first get there. - Kyle Shea was on the podcast in episode 92 where we talked about Deneki and his background writing over 1000 blog posts around fly fishing. - Here's the survey on your top place to go. - I note Deneki and the Alaska podcasts we've had as the best resources for fly fishing there.  Here are a few Alaska episodes we have had on to date. - Here's the Bristol Bay podcast with TU.  Here's a link where you can sign up and help protect Bristol Bay. - Eleven Experience is an example we talk about that covers an all around experience travel vacations and not just fishing. - Klaus Frimor was on the podcast here and talked about Scandi and how is misunderstood in the US.  Klaus designs Loop Rods. - Davy Wotton was on the podcast here and covered the White River which is a big destination for the lower 48 states. You can find Bryce here. fishonfly56 on Instagram. Videos Noted in the Show Kulik Lodge Alasaka Brooks River salmon "It's ok to click on the second page of Google." Conclusion with Bryce Rushbrook Bryce Rushbrook breaks down the Alaskan Lodge experience and provides some tips on fly fishing Alaska with a focus on coho salmon.  Bryce takes us down a season in the life of an Alaskan Fly Fishing Guide. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/130

This week my guest is Davy Wotton, originally from Wales but who now lives and guides on the White River in Arkansas. I get frequent questions about swinging soft hackles and wet flies, and honestly I am not the best at this technique so I brought in who I consider the ultimate expert on this kind of fishing. Davy blends the British traditions with American conditions so he really has the best perspective on this kind of fishing, which can be both challenging and subtle—especially when fish are taking emergers. It’s a LONG podcast, but since I have never done one on this topic I make up for lost time. And Davy had many interesting points to make. The Fly Box is a bit shorter this week because the main podcast is so long. But we cover some interesting questions as usual: What can I do to keep my Stimulators floating? When do you fish a nymph and when do you fish a streamer? Can you use weed guards on trout flies? Why am I breaking off so many fish? Do some rod guides work better than others? More on pressure and its effects on fish What is the difference between a freshwater and saltwater rod? How can I see my fly in a fast riffle? How do I know if small streams hold trout? Why do trout bump my flies and why do they come off quickly?

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/74 I cover the Driftless area today with Jason Randall.  We talk about this unique area and hear how Jason came to write numerous  articles and books over the years. Jason has some cool stories to share as we hear about a life in fly fishing.  He talks a little about his daytime job as a veterinarian and the difference between Landon Mayer and Joe Humpries.   Show Sponsor The Wet Fly Swing Members Society: https://wetflyswing.com/members Show Notes with Jason Randall (Updated show notes Links: https://wetflyswing.com/74) Nymph Masters was noted as one of the books in the trilogy.  This is the reference series for Jason.  We talk about how to avoid being boring. Here is the interview I had with Joe Humphries. Landon Mayer talks about using tension with a fly in episode 48. Davy Wotton was on the podcast in episode 35. The Society for Freshwater Science. The Ed Engle episode and the color purple. What the Trout Said.  A book covering fish behavior. Rick Hafele was on the podcast in episode 37. We talked a little about UV materials. Gerry Meyer runs the Driftless Fly shop. The Picket Pin is one of Jason's goto patterns.  Here's a video. The podcast on Euro Nymphing with Devin Olson. Link to Ed Engle's books. Landon Mayers new book and George Daniel blog. We talk about The Marshall Tucker Band  You can find Jason at JRFlyFishing.com. Resources Noted in the Show Nymph Masters by Jason Randall Videos Noted in the ShowThe Marshall Tucker Band Conclusion with Jason Randall Jason talks about how his background as a veterinarian allowed him to write three books on fish and the effects of the physical and chemical environment.   Jason knows many of the past guests we've had on the podcast so this becomes a good reference for future listening especially if you are new to the podcast. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/74

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/flip The Salt Water Angler and Walker Cay Chronicles were two of the most popular shows in the history of fishing.  Flip Pallot talks about these shows and his life in fly fishing. We talk about the Hells Bay Boat that he created which was a first of it's kind.  Flip shares an experience where he survived Huricanne Andrew staying in his house as the storm ripped it away. Show Sponsors The PDX Auto Mart: https://www.pdxautomart.com/ Wet Fly Swing Members Society: https://wetflyswing.com/members-society/ Show Notes with Flip Pallott (Updated Show Notes links and time: https://wetflyswing.com/flip) Stu Apte had a connection to ABC’s Outdoor American Sportsman program and was a mentor for Flip. The Salt Water Angler was another TV show that Flip hosted. The Walker's Cay Chronicles ran for 16 seasons, longer than Seinfeld.  Lefty Kreh showed up 2 days after Hurricane Andrew to give Flip $25k.  The Hell's Bays Boatworks was a breakthrough in boat design during the early days. Jim Teeny was on the podcast in this episode 5.  Jim talks about why Tarpon was always his favorite species. Joe Brooks was a big part of exposing people to fly fishing.   Flips best patterns for bonefish - The spawning shrimp I noted the Davy Wotton episode.  Davy is an animal as described by Flip. The Rum project with Fricket Reserve Rum You can reach Flip at FlipPallot.com.   Conclusion with Flip Pallot mboFlip was part of the early game in salt water fly fishing in South Florida.  Flip shares some great stories about his life including how he survived Hurricane Andrew.  He describes what the change look liked from bamboo and how he designed one of the most influential boats for salt water. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/flip

Show Notes:  http://wetflyswing.com/37 Rick Hafele, one of the biggest entomologist in the western US, was on the podcast to all things entomology and fly fishing.  Rick provides some great tips on fishing dries, nymphs and wet flies. He breaks down the basics of entomology, how the bugs life changes and how this will make you a more consistent fisherman.  He shares the top 3 things you need to think about when you first get to a stream to increase your success.    Show Notes with Rick Hafele 05:02 - Rick met Dave Hughes at the Free U at OSU and through the Aquatic Entomology which lead to The Complete Book of Western Hatches. 06:15 - Norm Anderson was Rick's professor and mentor at OSU and a real naturalist in the field. 08:30 - The Society of Freshwater Scientist is mostly composed of aquatic entomologist. 15:25 - The most critical piece is understanding the size of the adults. 16:30 - The show Ask About Fly Fishing where Rick noted fishing size 16 nymphs and smaller. 19:30 - Kelly Galloup talking about how he doesn't fish beads on the high sticking episode of Ask About Fly Fishing. 23:30 - Rick Hafele is the Bug Won and hear is a clip of Rick with his alter ego. 25:25 - Vimeo is where all of Rick's video have found a home. 27:45 - The bug net, vials and other bug sampling tools are at Rick's website. 31:35 - Rick published Nymph Fishing Rivers and Streams, Western Hatches, Tactics for trout, seasons for trout 40:15 - The Green Rock Worm and the baetis nymph pattern are Rick's goto patterns. 43:35 - Tim Cammisa is a big east coast friend who has a big youtube channel.  Here is the podcast interview. 47:05 - Davy Wotton was on the fly fishing podcast to talk all wet flies. 52:30 - Carry a rusty spinner in a range of sizes to catch trout on a spinner fall. 56:35 - The Bridge City Blues Band and Garry Meziere and no Tomorrow are 2 of the bands that Rick still plays live shows in. 57:45 - Rick notes Skip Morris who was on the podcast in episode 36. 59:25 - Find Rick's instagram account where he shares bug photos. 1:02:45 - This links shows all of the locations where Rick will be speaking.   You can find Rick at RickHafele.com or on instagram where he shares lots of cool bug pics.   [caption id="attachment_3182" align="alignnone" width="431"] https://clackamasflyfishers.org/2018/04/09/cff-april-17th-speaker-rick-hafele/[/caption]   Resources Mentioned in this Episode Western Hatches is the bible for trout fisherman in the west A bug net and vials can be found on Rick's website       Conclusion with Rick Hafele I wanted to give Rick a big thank you for coming on the show and sharing his knowledge of entomology and fly fishing.  We covered a lot of great stuff including his blues bands and the infamous Bug character on his videos.  

Show Notes:  wetflyswing.com/36 had Skip Morris on the show to talk about trout fishing, fly tying the Lochsa River and a bunch of tips to improved your game.  We talk about the power of the woman in fly fishing and hear about Skip's background publishing 18 books to date. Skip talks about his biggest influences and some great stories from Alaska, bears and a whale that almost took him down.   Show Notes with Skip Morris American Sportsman was a big influence for Skip early one. Here is the Jim Teeny Episode of the podcast. Skip discusses the Lochsa River in Idaho and how he catches West Slope Cutthroat Trout. Here's a pic of West Slope Cutthroat Tactics for trout, and Seasons for Trout plus The Survival Guide were some of Skip's book Skip is working on a book with Chan on lakes. The first 10 years he had a custom rod business. Russ Peak was a big influence early on especially because of his experience with fly rods. Here is the link to the interview with Davy Wotton that I had. The Light Cahill Cage Fight story The fly proportion chart Roderick Haig Brown and A River Never Sleeps is one of the greatest books of all time. Find out what Predicted Log Racing is here. Here's what the blow hole of a whale sounds like. A link to Skip's fly tying book The Morris May Fly Pattern and the Hackled Skips Promise Fly Tying Lakes on June 24th in Hamilton Mt. You can connect with Skip at Skipmorrisflytying.com if you have any questions or want to find links to his other books. Conclusion with Skip Morris Skip Morris has a wealth of knowledge in fly fishing and especially if you are new to fly tying or fly fishing.  Click on the links above in the show notes to find out more about all of Skip's books and videos.  

Show Notes:  http://wetflyswing.com/35 I had a great interview with Davy Wotton on Wet Fly Fishing and his long history around fly fishing.  He guides on the White River in Arkansas where he has been for 20 years. We talk about what the biggest struggle is with wet fly fishing and ways to overcome these concerns.  Davy talks about fishing a "cast" of flies that might include 4 flies on one leader.   Show Notes with Davy Wotton Dave Whitlock is a good of Davy's and someone who spends a lot of time with fishing and hunting. The perfect wet fly rod is a 10' rod in a medium action. The best fly line to use for wet fly fishing. RIO's Hover line is one Davy likes to use on moving water systems. The angle of the hang and the need to keep your line off the water is key to wet fly swing. Davy was published in the American Angler and other magazines. Wichhams Fancy tied by Davie McPhail, the Cockle bundy, partridge and orange and others are the top 10 wet flies. Oscar Evens was from North Whales and was a huge mentor for Davy. Herters catalog supported the UK material companies back in the day.   You can reach Davy at davywottonflyfishing.com if you have any questions about this episode or fly fishing in general.     Conclusion with Davey Wotton I wanted to give a big thank you to Davy Wotton for the awesome show.  So many great tips and a perfect perspective on our connection with the UK and a technique that still produces to this day.    

Davy Wotton's road from his homeland of Wales to the rugged shores of Arkansas' White River has been long and winding. Along the way, he's fished with some of the best anglers in the world, in some of the best places in the world. He is unquestionably one of the most innovative anglers of his generation and a sage when it comes to the intricacies of the South's finest tailwater.