Podcast appearances and mentions of justin spence

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/523  Presented by: Bearvault Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors        Trent Denhof and Janelle Petzak of The Bum Diary Show are here to talk about their amazing DIY fly fishing trips, particularly in Argentina and New Zealand. They'll share their incredible experiences and offer valuable tips for listeners who aspire to plan their unforgettable fishing adventures. Episode Chapters with Trent and Janelle on The Bum Diary Podcast 1:38 - Janelle shares how The Bum Diary Podcast came to be. It all started in the back of an Explorer documenting their DIY travels. They are now transitioning from podcast to YouTube at The Bum Diary Show. 5:25 - Trent shares how they DIY their fly fishing trips overseas. He also tells us about their previous trips to Argentina and New Zealand. 10:30 - Trent had a heart attack in college. After that, he went back to Michigan where he was born and raised to take over their farm until he sold it. That's also the time when he met Janelle. 13:48 - They talk about their frameless boat from Outcast Sporting Gear and that time when it was stolen in Argentina. We had Chris Callanan of Outcast on the podcast in episode 466. 17:01 - They tell us what they love about the way they've been doing things over the last few years. You can watch their exciting adventures on their YouTube channel at The Bum Diary Show. 19:00 - We dig into each of their first memory of fly fishing. 24:30 - Trent shares the first time they went on a fly-fishing trip to New Zealand for eight weeks. 25:50 - They talk about how they decide on their next destination. 27:78 - They work in Bullwinkle's bar in Yellowstone from May to October. They go overseas from November to December, then the Florida Keys until April. 28:20 - Janelle tells about their interesting living setup in the Florida Keys. 29:38 - They give tips for anyone who wants to try a DIY fly fishing trip. 30:55 - They tell us about their setup when they travel using their Ford Explorer. Trent also gives a big tip on traveling and frugality. 34:40 - They use fly rods from Redington, particularly a 5wt. Trent also shares a tip on gear when going on a fly fishing trip. He commends Echo and Redington for their superb customer service. 37:00 Trent gives a shout-out to Justin Spence of Big Sky Anglers who saved their Striker raft in Argentina. He considers him as his mentor. We had Justin on the podcast in episode 227. 38:00 - I give a shout-out to Jerry French whom we also had on the show in episode 139. 38:28 - He shares the biggest thing that made an impact in his life which led him to live the way he currently does with Janelle. 41:54 - Looking ahead, they hope to visit Alaska to catch a Dolly Varden. He also shares their plans to settle down outside the country. 43:50 - I ask him about the challenges they face in their line of work. 44:40 - I give a shout-out to one of our avid listeners who are interested in DIY fly-fishing trips. Trent also shares a funny story about his dry bag and his being always overprepared on trips. 49:33 - He talks a bit about the bear attacks in Yellowstone. 55:08 - Trent's go-to music is underground hip-hop and old country. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/523 

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/441 Presented By: Yellowstone Teton Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Bob Jacklin, the founder of Jacklyn's Fly Shop, is here today to share stories of his 50+ years of fishing, guiding, and teaching in the West Yellowstone area. He talks about who his mentor was in fly fishing and how they eventually became competitors while still being good friends. We talk about the book he wrote with Bruce Staples about West Yellowstone fly fishing and how it's relevant in today's time. Bob walks us through the best times to fish the Firehole River. And we also talk a little bit about fly fishing history where we noted some of the fly fishing legends and how he relates to those stories. Show Notes with Bob Jacklyn 03:10 - Bob opened his fly shop in April 1974. 03:55 - The Firehole River is Bob's go-to river and the Madison in the park. 04:45 - Bob just retired from guiding last year after 53 years of guiding and outfitting. 06:20 - We've had Justin Spence from Big Sky Anglers at WFS 227. 06:50 - Bob started guiding in 1969 and Bud Lilly offered him a job. They eventually became competitors but remained very good friends. 08:30 - Bob wrote a book with Bruce Staples called, Fly Fishing West Yellow Stone: A History and Guide. We also had Bruce Staples on the podcast a while back at WFS 269. 13:00 - He noted Jim Danskin who was a great angler and also feature in their book. 15:25 - Bob tells us about the fly fishing school they taught. 17:30 - Bob was one of the first 6 people that passed the certification test for the International Federation of Fly Fishers. 23:00 - Bob has kept only 6 fish in his whole life. 31:30 - Tip for new guides: Use a long leader and a long tippet. 33:10 - The best time to fish the Firehole River on the first couple weeks of June up until the first couple weeks of July. 39:00 - Bob talks about Kelly Galloup. We had Kelly on the podcast twice at WFS 52 and WFS 167. 41:10 - Sage Rods used to be called Winslow Rods. Bob also tells us about the history of Fenwick Rods, which was one of his first rods, and how it's related to Sage Rods. 44:20 - We hear about the story of how Jim Green patented the Feralite ferrule. 54:00 - Bob was a musician and was raised in a musically inclined family. He used to be a drummer when he was in the army. He also had dyslexia but did not find out until later. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/441

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/313 Presented By: LakeLady Custom Rods, Dette Flies, Jackson Hole Fly Company, Bearvault Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Taylor Streit, the founder of Taos Fly Shop, shares the story of how he started the fly fishing business in the 80s during the Woodstock days and went through a difficult time in his life battling alcoholism. We talk about what it's like fly fishing in New Mexico and the Rio Grande River. We dig into his books on fly fishing New Mexico, how they came to be, and the new book he's working on. Find out Taylor's go-to flies including his original pattern called, the Shitfly, and some tips about fishing the Eddies.  We also talk about his son, Nick Streit, who now runs Taos Fly Shop and doing some great things there. Taylor named a couple of bands that he used to see play live in Woodstock and some people tripping on acid. Taylor is another example of a person with a powerful story, who was once in a bad condition and decided to turn his life around to pursue his passion. Fly Fishing New Mexico Show Notes with Taylor Streit 03:40 - Taylor just listened to one of our previous episodes with Nick Lyons at WFS 202 03:45 - Taylor's book, Instinctive Fly Fishing was published by Lyons Press - Nick helped Taylor with the book's title 04:50 - The first fishing memory Taylor has, he used a red and white plastic bobber (1950s) 07:23 - Taylor talks about when he used to fish the Beaverkill 08:30 - Taylor worked for Francis Betters on the Au Sable in Wilmington Plaza, New York 11:30 - Taylor started Taos Fly Shop in 1980 13:15 - He tells us about his Woodstock experience seeing Creedance Clearwater Revival play live 16:45 - We talk about his new book, Fly Fish Taos Santa Fe, New Mexico and his 2004 book Fly Fishing New Mexico 18:00 - Taylor talks about fishing the Rio Grande River 22:20 - Larry Dahlberg was on the podcast at WFS 241 22:30 - Rio Grande has 45-inch pikes - somebody dumped pike on the Eagle Nest Lake about 15 years ago, so pikes in this area have reached their maximum length and size 31:37 - September and October are the best times to fish the Rio Grande. In Southern Rocky, it's late spring (June to mid July) 35:37 - Taylor closed the Taos Fly Shop in 1987, then his son Nick reopened the shop in 2000 37:45 - Taylor started working in the Bahamas in the 1990s, then later on started bringing people to Argentina - he took Justin Spence there - Justin was on the podcast at WFS 057 41:45 - Nick Streit has a YouTube video fishing the Rio Grande - scroll down to see that vid 42:36 - Brian Koz was on the podcast at WFS 311 and he shared the story of how he was once homeless and turned his life around by pursuing fly fishing 43:40 - Taylor wrote 5 books and he's writing a new one - he tells us about this new book he's working on, thinking of naming it "Which Way is Upstream?" 46:00 - Emily Roley, one of Taylor's guides, has a YouTube video fishing in New Mexico - scroll down to see that video 47:30 - We talk about the Taos Fly Shop Guide School 2022 50:45 - The Pound Meister is Taylor's original pattern 51:38 - Taylor talks about the world's biggest trout restoration project 58:50 - Taylor's go-to flies are the Royal Stimulator and his original fly called, the Shitfly 1:00:00 - Taylor tells a story about Lefty Kreh 1:01:50 - Royal Stimulator is a great choice - it refloats itself 1:06:25 - We talk about fishing Eddies 1:13:45 - Taylor is also into big game hunting 1:15:55 - Sly & The Family Stone used to play in Woodstock - listen to one of their songs below 1:21:08 - Nick Streit was on the Destination Angler Podcast - click here to listen to that episode Fly Fishing New Mexico Conclusion with Taylor Streit Taylor Streit shared the story of how he started the fly fishing business in the 80s. We talked about fly fishing in New Mexico and the Rio Grande River. We dug into his books, how they came to be, and the new book he's working on. We found out Taylor's go-to flies and some tips about fishing the Eddies. We also talked about his son, Nick Streit, doing some great things for Taos Fly Shop. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/313

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/227 Sponsor: Stonefly Nets: https://wetflyswing.com/stonefly Sponsor: OPST Pure Skagit: https://wetflyswing.com/OPST Justin Spence from Big Sky Anglers is on the podcast today to break down Montana fly fishing and the seasons fishing west Yellowstone area.  We dig into all of the great resources and local fly shops in the area including Big Sky Anglers. August is a great month to get out and hike in the park to get away from some of the crowds.  We also find out how to swing and skate an adult salmonfly with a trout spey rod.  Justin walks us through the step x step and where you should focus your next trip to Montana. Montana Fly Fishing Show Notes with Justin Spence -  I noted the Deschutes Angler Podcast in episode 214 with Amy Hazel where Amy talked about fishing the spring hatches.  She noted to remember the other bugs even during the big salmonfly hatch. - The compara buzz caddis pattern by Joe at Big Sky Anglers is a killer patern. - The Missing Link by Mike Mercer who was on the podcast in episode 81 here. - Kelly Galloup was on the podcast in two different episodes along with Mike Lawson who covered the Green Drake Hatch.  Trout Hunter is another big player in the area. - Jack Dennis was on the podcast in episode 217 and broke down some history in fly fishing and how he became one of the most well known names in fly fishing. - Here is the past episode in #57 with Justin who covered Argentina and DIY trips to South America. - Bob Jackalin's fly shop is another wealth of information.  Trout Hunter purchased Bob Jackalins permit. - Mike lawson book, Fly Fishing the Henry's Fork is a great resource.   You can listen to my podcast episode with Mike in episode 190. - The trout spey event - I noted the OPST trout spey rod and the use for dry fly fishing. - Mccloskey noted slowing down the fly and jigging the fly You can find Justin at BigSkyAnglers.com Montana Fly Fishing Conclusion with my guest Justin Spence sheds some light on what it takes to prepare for some Montana Fly Fishing with a focus on West Yellowstone.  Justin talks about a season at West Yellowstone and some of his favorite techniques and tips. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/227

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/208 Sponsors: OPST: https://wetflyswing.com/opst Sponsors: Anglers Coffee: https://wetflyswing.com/anglers Charly from Jurassic Lake Lodge shares the full story today how it came to be and what you can do to put together a great trip to Argentina.  Charly has put in a ton of work improving the infrastructure so this trip is more doable than ever. Jurassic, know locally as Lake Strobel, produces some of the largest rainbows in the Stillwater world.  Charly shares the background on the old camp that was the destination before upgrading to a lodge. Jurassic Lake Show Notes with Charly - Charly worked at Untamed Angler before going for going all in on building up the Jurassic lake lodge. - I noted Dennis Isbister from Wild Fish Wild Places who has been down south. - I noted the George Cook Podcast episode 179 where he covered lake fishing from the bank. - The Justin Spence was on the podcast in episode 57 here.  Justin also covered Argentina and some DIY tips. - Alberto Rodriguez was the owner and the person who brought steelhead from the Santa Cruz River.  Here's a Fly Fisherman article that talks about Jurassic. - We note christer Sjöberg from Loop and the first exploratory trip to Strobel lake. - The F3T and the Taiman video in Russia You can find Charly at JurassicLake.com Jurassic Lake Conclusion with Charly Charly is here to break down the steps to putting together a major trip to Patagonia and Lake Strobel, one of the great destinations in the world with huge rainbow trout.  We find out how Rodriguez first brought steelhead in from California and the Santa Cruz River. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/208

Coach Dale Diesel Collins, Bobby The Bearded Wonder Bennett, and Shannon Big Mess Messer talk with Justin Spence, Joe Moore, and Steve Hoovler of Big Sky Anglers in West Yellowstone Montana. If you have ever thought about heading out west for some fishing and exploring then this episode is for you. Justin, Joe, and Steve will walk you thru the epic opportunities that await you. Big Sky Anglers is conveniently located near the West entrance of Yellowstone National Park. Explore the land that Meriwether Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition explored for President Thomas Jefferson.Tuckaseegee Fly Shop and Guide Service in partnership with Big Sky Anglers make your adventure as easy as taking candy from a baby. You show up at the airport and we take it from there. Tuckaseegee Fly Shop and Guide Service partner with Big Sky Anglers to bring you hosted fly fishing trips based out of West Yellowstone Montana. In this episode you learn what a great opportunity the folks at Big Sky Anglers offer you. Be sure to check out our travel tab for more information on the few remaining spots for 2020 at https://www.tuckflyshop.com/travelCheck out the following links for Big Sky Anglers:https://www.bigskyanglers.comhttps://www.goldnestoneinn.comhttps://www.instagram.com/bigskyanglershttps://www.facebook.com/bigskyanglers Subscribe https://www.youtube.com/tuckaseegeeflyshophttps://www.instagram.com/tuckflyshophttps://www.facebook.com/tuckflyshopEmail the guys:Bobby@tuckflyshoop.comDale@tuckflyshop.comShannon@tuckflyshop.comSwamp Shack by James Paul MitchellSounds Licensed to Shannon Messer License Number 304530

Take the survey here:  https://survey.libsyn.com/wetflyswing   I talked to Justin Spence about traveling and fishing Argentina and tips to DIY your way down there.  Justin has travelled extensively in Argentina and throughout Patagonia prior to going all in on Big Sky Anglers. We cover Browns, Golden Trout his almost professional soccer career and how he came to find himself owning a fly shop. Show Sponsors This episode is brought to you by our listeners via Patreon.  Check out the Patreon page here and find out how to get bonus podcast episodes: Show Notes With Justin Spence Matt Klara was on the show in episode 21 and is the person who connecting me to Justin. Justin played soccer at New Mexico.  The Dallas Burn And San Jose were two professional teams that were interested in Justin. Charlie's Sporting Goods was the first fly shop that Justin worked for in New Mexico. Taylor Streit was a mentor for Justin in New Mexico and a person who explored and gave Justin his first guide job. Scott Mcgarva in Episode 17 talked about getting stuck in the fly shop.  Justin talks a little about that here. Argentine trout fishing book by Bill Leitch Fly Fishing Patagonia:  A trout bums guide to Argentina The Neuquen Province is one area where you can DIY your way in Argentina with lots of rivers where you can wade fish. Chernobyl pattern can be killer for imitating many of the terrestrials. Golden Dorado in Bolivia and Norther Argentina.   Norway is on Justin’s bucket list trips Chasing Rumor:  A Season Fly Fishing in Patagonia The Norwegian fly club episode on anchored You can reach Justin at Big Sky Anglers or on Instagram here Resources Noted in the Show Fly Fishing Patagonia:  A trout bums guide to Argentina Argentine trout fishing book by Bill Leitch Chasing Rumor:  A Season Fly Fishing in Patagonia Conclusion with Justin Spence Justin talks about the biggest challenges to DIY'ing your way in Argentina and some of the tips he shares.  Getting around is probably the hardest part of doing it yourself. He shares some great areas to hit up and why you can still get to many areas. Take the survey here:  https://survey.libsyn.com/wetflyswing  

Show Notes:  http://wetflyswing.com/21 I had the pleasure of talking with Matt Klara who has been around the spey game for quite a while now.  Matt breaks down single handed spey casting and how you can and should get started on it. We talk about Big Sky Anglers, fishing for trout with a 7 wt, Sexy Loops and how he grew up on the Madison spending his summers living out of a camper.  Don't miss this one as Matt shares his huge tip on a video that is incredible in describing how to "fish" a sinking line for steelhead.   Show Notes with Matt Klara 08:35 - Jay Nicholas was on the fly fishing show in episode 3 08:35 - We talk about Modern Steelhead Flies, Jay Nicholas and Rob Russel's great book on new steelhead flies.  Matt was highlighted in this book as a guest tyer. 16:00 - Tom Larimer provided some great tips on summer steelhead fishing in episode 11 of the fly fishing show. 17:30 - Big Sky Anglers is Matt's current project where he does social media with this big shop 21:36 - The Air Flo 6th Sense is a line that is noted in the show.  He also notes that a double taper can work great for single hand spey. 23:10 - OPST, Air Flo Skagit Skout, RIO Trout Max are all great spey lines for streamer fishing and for steelhead 28:52 - We talk about the 2.5x Rod Length rule matt uses to choose the right line for your rod.  If you have a 10 foot rod, multiply this by 2.5 to get 25'.  Now find a line that has a belly and tip that is equal to 25' 31:25 - Sexyloops.com is a magazine that Matt has written for in the past.  Here is a link to a post by Matt. 28:30 - Big Sky Anglers Blog Link 29:00 - Echo blog post that Matt put together 34:10 - Some of Matt's favorite resources are Simon Gawesworth's Single hand Spey, and Jason Borger's Single Hand Casting 34:45 - Skagit Master 2 is an incredible video for covering sink tips and how to fish them for steelhead 38:40 - The Black String Leech is no secret but is one of the best steelhead flies 43:15 - The Drake Cast with Hank (the greatest fly fisherman) 53:00 - George Hanfield and Justin Spence were noted here 54:00 - Brian Okeerfe and Lefty Kreh are two of Matt's largest influences   You can reach Matt by going to BigSkyAnglers.com if you have any questions or feedback.  You can connect with him directly on Instagram here.   [caption id="attachment_2670" align="alignnone" width="485"] http://www.sexyloops.com/matts/dropline.shtml[/caption]   Some of the Show Highlights Matt talks about his transition from single hand to spey rods.  He started fishing the Madison River for trout and was the first place that he started swinging flies with a spey rod.  He first fished the grande Ronde River for steelhead and the rest is history. Matt uses the snake roll very regular fishing for trout.  He talks about how you can easily get started spey casting with a single hand rod.  He also notes that a double taper can work great for single hand spey.   Books and Resource Recommended Single Hand Spey by Simon Gawesworth Single Handed Casting with Jason Borger (updated) Skagit Master 2 was huge for Matt   [caption id="attachment_2672" align="alignnone" width="555"] http://www.sexyloops.com/index.php/ps/railbird-2001[/caption] Conclusion with Matt Klara I wanted to give a big thank you to Matt for coming on the show today.  He breaks down single hand spey very well and includes what lines work great.  He lists a bunch of reasons why you should give it a shot this week. Please share this episode if you know someone interested in steelhead and spey casting.  If you liked the tips that Matt shares in this episode then click on the link below to get the Steelhead Tips PDF Quick Guide Click here:  http://wetflyswing.com/free/

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