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In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash reconnects with the legendary Blane Chocklett for an engaging discussion about recent adventures and upcoming events in the world of fly fishing. Blane shares his experiences since Tie Fest, including a thrilling trip chasing giant redfish in shallow waters, where he landed record-sized fish that will soon grace magazine covers.The conversation shifts to the premiere of Lefty's documentary, "Lefty Kreh: The Greatest of All Time," highlighting the emotional impact of the film and its portrayal of Lefty's remarkable life journey. Blane reflects on the camaraderie and shared memories at the premiere, emphasizing the importance of honoring those who paved the way in the fishing community.As they dive into the details of Tie Fest, Blane expresses his pride in bringing the event back to life, honoring the legacy of Bobby Popovics and Lefty Kreh while focusing on conservation efforts for Jack Crevalle. The duo discusses the community's support, the successful fundraising initiatives and the ongoing research to protect vital fish species.Listeners will also get a sneak peek into Blane's upcoming product launches from The Chocklett Factory, including new fly patterns and materials designed for both fresh and saltwater fishing. With a busy travel schedule ahead, Blane's passion for the sport and commitment to conservation shine through, making this episode a must-listen for any angler.Support The Jack ProjectAll Things Social MediaFollow Blane on Facebook and Instagram.Follow The Chocklett Factory on 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.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 catches up with Blane Chocklett for an exciting update from The Chocklett Factory. Blane shares insights from a recent five-day smallmouth school he co-hosted with Mike Schultz, where they taught participants everything from fly tying to fishing techniques in challenging conditions. Despite the windy weather, the group enjoyed successful days on the water, catching impressive pre-spawn smallmouth.The conversation shifts to Blane's upcoming travels, including attending the premiere of Lefty Kreh's documentary, where he expresses his excitement about honoring the late fishing legend. He also discusses his busy schedule filled with events across the country, including a fly tying class in Texas and a fishing festival in Georgia, all while highlighting the importance of community and friendship in the fishing world.Blane also teases some innovative new products coming to The Chocklett Factory, including unique fly tying materials, aimed at making the fly tying experience easier and more enjoyable for anglers. With plenty of travel and projects on the horizon, this episode is packed with enthusiasm and insights for fishing enthusiasts.All Things Social MediaFollow Blane on Facebook and Instagram.Follow The Chocklett Factory on 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.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!
This week we are joined by the legendary Flip Pallot, one of our favorite guests. Flips noted for his long bow and fly fishing prowess but he also loves to chase wild turkeys in the Florida swamps. In fact, he lives in an oak hammock and enjoys hearing wild turkeys wake up every morning. We have a great discussion that starts off with him remembering his old friend Lefty Kreh. After that we talk trapping, calls he hears turkeys making, .410's, calls he uses, what's in his vest, red dot sites, fish that speak to him, killing a pig that morning and some pretty interesting turkey tales. We always enjoy our time with Flip and this one was no different. Listen, Learn and Enjoy. Show Notes:Flip Pallot School: https://www.flippallot.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flippallotYouTube: @FlipPallotOutdoors | https://www.youtube.com/@FlipPallotOutdoorsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/flippallot/Send a text message to the show!Enter the Gamekeeper Avid Boat Giveaway at mossyoakgamekeeper.com/giveaway/ Support the showStay connected with GameKeepers: Instagram: @mossyoakgamekeepers Facebook: @GameKeepers Twitter: @MOGameKeepers YouTube: @MossyOakGameKeepers Website: https://mossyoakgamekeeper.com/ Enter The Gamekeeper Giveaway: https://bit.ly/GK_Giveaway Subscribe to Gamekeepers Magazine: https://bit.ly/GK_Magazine Buy a Single Issue of Gamekeepers Magazine: https://bit.ly/GK_Single_Issue Join our Newsletters: Field Notes - https://bit.ly/GKField_Notes | The Branch - https://bit.ly/the_branch Have a question for us or a podcast idea? Email us at gamekeepers@mossyoak.com
Michael Fowlkes joins the show to talk about his latest project: a 12-part documentary series called “The History of Sportfishing”. Michael shares behind-the-scenes stories about key figures like Bill Dance, Bill Shedd, and Lefty Kreh, and discusses the origins and development of sport fishing techniques and tackle, conservation efforts, and the vital importance of introducing the next generation to the sport. The discussion also covers the transformation of Michael's project from a movie into a series, his extensive collection of angling artifacts, and the evolution of fishing boats and technology. Essential viewing for any angling enthusiast! 00:00 Introduction and Gratitude 00:07 The Evolution of the Fishing Project 04:06 Personal Fishing Stories 05:25 Historical Fishing Achievements 10:50 Unexpected Discoveries in Fishing History 13:42 Fishing Conservation Efforts 20:46 West Coast vs. East Coast Fishing 29:46 The Evolution of Sport Fishing Boats 39:14 The Evolution of Fishing Reels 40:02 Mentorship and Influential Figures in Fishing 41:16 Fishing Techniques and Regional Differences 42:12 The Role of IGFA and Historical Tournaments 43:22 The Spread and Popularity of Bass Fishing 47:08 Technological Advancements in Fishing 55:57 Conservation and the Future of Fishing 01:02:42 The Importance of Introducing Youth to Fishing 01:11:59 Collecting Fishing Memorabilia 01:14:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Today's guest on the Saltwater Edge Podcast is a passionate, lifelong fisherman and a tough salty bastard, but those are table stakes for being an effective fisheries advocate. Stir in a deep respect for the past and an unwavering ability to focus on “fish first” as your North Star, and you get the best in the game. The American Saltwater Guides Association is a young organization founded in 2018 that has grown rapidly due to its core values of science, education, and advocacy. Today's guest conceived of an organization with a “fish first science-based” approach to fisheries management. He recruited me to serve as Chairman, which has been some of the most gratifying work of my career. He is the rare combination of a patient strategist playing the long game and a very effective “sales guy” when he sees the right opportunity. Please welcome the 2024 Garden and Gun Conservation Award winner, ASGA President and Policy Director and “not everybody's cup of tea” Tony Friedrich. Show notes: Peter Jenkins, the host of the Saltwater Edge podcast, interviews Tony Friedrich, President and Policy Director of the American Saltwater Guide Association. They discuss various fishing tactics, fisheries management, and conservation efforts. Friedrich shares his journey from growing up passionate about fishing, influenced by his family and mentors like Lefty Kreh, to leading impactful advocacy work with ASGA. They highlight ASGA's science-based approach to fisheries management, focusing on public education and building an 'advocate army' to influence policy. Key discussions include the economic impact of fisheries, challenges in fisheries management, and current efforts to protect species like striped bass and false albacore. 00:34 Introducing Today's Guest: Tony Friedrich 01:44 Tony's Early Life and Passion for Fishing 08:20 Mentorship and Influences: Lefty Kreh 20:34 Fisheries Management and Conservation Efforts 22:24 Challenges in Fisheries Advocacy 32:12 The Importance of False Albacore Management 34:54 Hitting a Wall: The Need for Science 35:12 Community Engagement and Advocacy 35:54 Building an Advocate Army 36:35 Success Stories and Wins 37:17 Skill Training for Advocacy 37:48 The Importance of a Unified Voice 38:55 Upcoming Events and Key Dates 40:09 Expanding Conservation Efforts 45:12 Economic Impact of Fisheries 48:57 The Value of Recreational Fisheries 55:58 Challenges and Future Directions 59:55 Personal Reflections and Final Thoughts
In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash reconnects with Blane Chocklett for an engaging installment of The Chocklett Factory. Blane shares his whirlwind travel adventures from 2024, including memorable events in Maine and Louisiana. He highlights his involvement with the American Saltwater Guides Association (ASGA) and their efforts to protect saltwater fish, particularly through initiatives like The Albie Project and new research on jack crevalle.Blane reflects on the impact of legendary fly tiers like Bob Popovics and Lefty Kreh, emphasizing their influence on modern fly fishing. He shares personal stories and the importance of preserving their legacy through upcoming events. The conversation also touches on Blane's exciting new products from The Chocklett Factory, including innovative fly tying materials and apparel, set to ship in 2025.Listeners are invited to explore upcoming shows and schools, with Blane highlighting his participation in events like Bobbin' the Hood and collaborations with industry partners. As the episode concludes, Marvin and Blane extend warm holiday wishes, encouraging anglers to enjoy the season and look forward to the New Year.All Things Social MediaFollow Blane on Facebook and Instagram.Follow The Chocklett Factory on 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.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!
Our destination is wild and rugged West Virginia with master storyteller, Curtis Fleming, founder and host of the hit TV and YouTube series Fly Rod Chronicles. Often overlooked, West Virginia boasts hundreds of miles of wild trout streams offering endless opportunities to discover those hidden gems every angler dreams of. Born and raised in WV, Curtis is living the dream, having fished and filmed in over 280 locations around the world, but is it all fun and fly fishing? Find out as Curtis takes us behind the scenes and shares what it's like to host a reality TV show. Today, Curtis dials us into his favorite streams like the North Fork, the Elk, and the Tug Fork and shares stories of an adventure like no other in the backcountry of Alaska, plus famous faces like golf legend Nick Faldo, fishaholic Senator Joe Manchin, and basketball superstar Jerry West. Stick around to the end for Curtis' hilarious encounter with the legendary Lefty Kreh! With host, Steve Haigh Be the first to know about new episodes. Become a subscriber Destination Angler on YouTube Watch the Fly Rod Chronicles: Website: https://flyrodchronicles.tv/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/FlyRodChronicles Social: Instagram | Facebook Please check out our Sponsors: Got Fishing Crafting world-class fly-fishing adventures specially designed to your level of experience and budget. Facebook @GotFishingAdventures Instagram @GotFishing TroutRoutes The number one fishing app, helping trout anglers avoid the crowds and explore new public water. Download it and receive 20% off using Destination20 promo code in the app store today! Facebook @troutinsights | Instagram @TroutRoutes Adamsbuilt Fishing THE trusted source for quality fly fishing gear, built to last at an affordable price. Waders, Nets, Outerwear. Facebook & Instagram @Adamsbuilt Angler's Coffee Elevating the coffee experience for the fly-fishing community & anglers everywhere with small-batch coffee delivered to your doorstep. Use code BREW20 and receive 20% off your first subscription order. Facebook & Instagram @anglerscoffeeco Destination Angler Podcast: Website YouTube Instagram & Facebook @DestinationAnglerPodcast Comments & Suggestions: host, Steve Haigh, email shaigh@DestinationAnglerPodcast.com Available on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Recorded September 19, 2024.
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/667 Presented By: Smitty's Fly Box, Drifthook Fly Fishing, Stonefly Nets, Yellowstone Teton Territory Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Have you attended The Fly Fishing Show recently? Did you know that the Fly Fishing Show by the Furimskys is the largest fly fishing show in the world? And what is it about these shows that made them so successful in the past and today? Today you're going to find out what's new with the Fly Fishing Show so you know how to get more out of it if you attend this season. Ben Furimsky, owner of The Fly Fishing Show takes us into a deep dive behind the scenes of the show. You're going to find out why his event planner job is one of the most stressful jobs in the world, next to a police and a firefighter. You're going to find out how a fly designer is similar to a chef. Ben is a fly designer and has been a guide for many years in the past. And we're going to let you know why you should be attending this year and why you should attend the full show and not for an hour. Plus, you're also going to find out about the consumer choice awards that they do at the show. Here we go! Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/667
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/662 Presented By: Stonefly Nets, TroutRoutes, Smitty's Fly Box In today's Littoral Zone episode, Phil chats with Jason Randall about what trout see and why it matters. Jason has written four books, including his famous trout trilogy, which dives deep into how trout behave in their environment. While Jason's passion lies in rivers and streams, the research and knowledge he's amassed is equally beneficial to stillwater fly fishers. ]His understanding of how trout see is crucial information for all fly fishers, guiding both our pattern selection and presentation techniques, information that helps us consistently make the correct pattern and presentation choice. Show Notes with Jason Randall on What Trout See and Why it Matters. 2:20 - Jason Randall graduated as a veterinarian and did postgraduate work in fish health and medicine. Although he considered a career in fisheries, he ultimately chose private practice. 4:16 - Jason started fly fishing around 40 years ago but got frustrated early on due to a lack of guidance. He took a break, then later tried again this time with the help of great mentors. Jason says his passion really started during a trip to Colorado. A guide introduced him to a caddis hatch that transformed the river into a feeding frenzy of trout. Watching the stream come alive with caddis and rising fish was a game-changer for Jason. 08:21 - Jason says he was lucky to have some amazing mentors like George Kustin who guided him in fly fishing and taught him about wet flies and soft tackles. Lefty Kreh took Jason under his wing. 09:31 - Jason also works with Temple Fork Outfitters on rod design and prototype testing. This year, they introduced a new European Nymphing Rod called the Elevare, which won Best New Rod at ICAST 2024. Books by Jason Randall 13:00 - Jason's trout fishing trilogy started in 2012 with Jay Nichols from Stackpole Books. The trilogy covers: Feeding Time: A Fly Fisher's Guide to What, When and Where Trout Eat Trout Sense: A Fly Fisher's Guide to What Trout See, Hear, and Smell Moving Water: A Fly Fisher's Guide to Currents Jason also wrote Nymph Masters, a collaborative effort featuring tips from top nymph anglers like Gary Borger and Lefty Kreh. Trout Sense 17:00 - Trout begins life as prey, eating small organisms like plankton. As they grow, they become predators, feeding on insects, crustaceans, and even small fish or mammals. They retain the wide-set eyes of prey for spotting threats and the sharp focus of predators for hunting. This makes them tricky to catch. 21:10 - Jason explains how light works differently underwater, which affects how trout see. Refraction, or the bending of light when it moves from air to water, can also trick us into thinking we're casting right over a fish, but we could be a few feet off. 26:08 - Jason dives into how color fades underwater, starting with red, and how different colors are absorbed at various depths. Fluorescent colors like chartreuse stand out the most and create a strong contrast, which trout notice. 29:18 - Unlike humans, a trout's pupils don't adjust to light, and their eyes have a football-like shape that lets them see clearly both in front and to the side. Search Image and How Trout Decide to Eat 42:11 - Trout uses a "search image" to figure out what's food and what's not. They focus on four things: size, shape (profile), movement, and color. If a fish keeps ignoring your fly from far away, it's probably the size or shape that's off. But if they come close, and then turn away, Jason says that it may be a color-based refusal. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/662
In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash catches up with Blane Chocklett for another segment of The Chocklett Factory. Blane shares his whirlwind travel experiences, from visiting friends and fishing in Washington and Oregon to collaborating on a significant film project about Lefty Kreh with Flip Pallot. Blane discusses the evolving fisheries in the Pacific Northwest and the importance of sustainable practices, emphasizing his lifelong focus on warm water fisheries.Blane also highlights his involvement with the American Saltwater Guides Association (ASGA), detailing their efforts in fish tagging programs and symposiums to promote healthy fisheries. He mentions upcoming events, including a symposium in Louisiana and a multi-species tournament in Maine, all aimed at supporting ASGA's mission.The conversation shifts to the exciting developments at The Chocklett Factory, Blane's own company. He talks about the launch of new products like fly tying brushes and shanks, and the importance of quality and integrity in his design process. Blane expresses his gratitude for the support from his dealer network and outlines plans for upcoming classes and events, including a musky class with Mad River Outfitters and a smallmouth school with Schultz Outfitters.Blane wraps up by sharing his love for family time, grilling and football and hints at more exciting projects and travels in the near future. Don't miss this episode packed with fishing insights and industry updates.All Things Social MediaFollow Blane on Facebook and Instagram.Follow The Chocklett Factory on 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.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!
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/649 Presented By: Stonefly Nets, Visit Helena, MT, Waters West, Togiak River Lodge Today's episode is special because we've got Bill Gammell, the creator of the Five Essentials of Fly Casting, a framework many experts swear by. Find out how dropping your right foot can improve your timing, discover the most important variable in fly casting, and get the top drill to boost your casting skills. Let's get you back on track with better line speed and loop control! Show Notes with Bill Gammel on The Five Essentials of Fly Casting. 02:08 - Bill started fly fishing at just six or seven years old, catching Bluegill with his older brother and father. His passion for fly fishing continued until college, and he recalls a time he had to switch to conventional tackle for his master's degree research. 04:40 - Bill still lives in Baytown, the same area where he grew up and where his dad greatly influenced his love for fishing. Though the area isn't ideal for fly fishing because of the murky water from the Trinity River, Bill and his family found ways to catch fish. The Five Essentials of Fly Casting 07:18 - Bill talks about how he and his dad learned fly casting together. His dad was a natural athlete with great hand-eye coordination. They used a home video camera to record expert casters like Lefty Kreh and Mel Krieger. Over time, they noticed common patterns and eventually put together what we now know as the "Five Essentials of Fly Casting." Bill said they didn't invent anything new but identified key principles that all great fly casters share. 11:02 - Bill started teaching fly casting lessons as a teenager, but it wasn't until they were asked to write a booklet for the Federation of Fly Fishers that they fully laid out the essentials. They spent two years carefully analyzing videos and got input from top tournament casters. Their work was published in the late '80s and became the foundation for the FFF's instructor program. Check out the The Five Essentials of Fly Casting. Tips for Increasing Casting Distance 20:03 - One of the most important lessons he learned was to focus on trajectory and to keep your cast more level, not too high. He also emphasizes that line speed and loop control are the foundations of distance casting. Bill said if you master those two, you'll be able to cast a full fly line without much trouble. If you want to improve your casting, Bill recommends checking out Paul Arden's Sexyloops website. It's a solid resource with articles, videos, and step-by-step methods to help you learn to cast better. Listen to the Episode 638 with Paul Arden Here. 25:48 - Bill breaks down the Five Essentials of fly casting and explains how they work together. He said he now teaches them in a new order to make more sense. The most important essential is the straight line path of the rod tip, which helps create a clean cast. 31:00 - The arc changes based on how much the rod bends, which can be affected by the length of the line and the amount of power used. A narrow arc is for short casts, and a wider arc is needed for longer casts. Check out this article by Bill Gammel on Making adjustments on the fly. 35:04 - Timing and power application are important in fly casting. Bill explains that to get the best cast, your timing needs to be spot on—starting your forward cast just as the line straightens out behind you. 37:32 - He also shares his secret to power: a smooth acceleration to a stop. This means starting slow, adding power in the middle, and then stopping quickly. The stop is key because it lets the rod transfer energy to the line. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/649
Long before the internet and YouTube taught us how to tie knots and flies, anglers relied on books and magazines to learn the craft of fishing. Nick Lyons, now 92, spread the love of fishing through his words and the books he published via Lyons Press and other imprints he worked under. Throughout his career he worked with a long list of well-known writers including Lefty Kreh, Mark Sosin, Lee Wulf, Tom Rosenbauer and many more. Lyons published a Hemingway anthology and worked closely with Jack Hemingway. He's fished many of the world's best trout streams and had plenty of time to reflect on life, family and the pull of a fish. Subscribe to Anglers Journal magazine at AnglersJournal.com
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/647 Presented By: Jackson Hole Fly Company, Togens Fly Shop, TroutRoutes, Skwala Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors In this episode, Bruce Richards, Scientific Anglers' guru and a master of fly casting, shares his six-step method to perfect your fly cast. Whether you struggle with tailing loops, presentation in windy conditions, or fishing with dry flies, his expertise offers simple and effective solutions. We also dive into the fascinating history of Scientific Anglers, one of the premier fly line companies. Bruce explains how fly lines have evolved over time, becoming heavier and more specialized. You'll learn which rod is best for beginners and the key actions to look for in a fly rod. But that's not all—he reveals the number one cause of poor fly casts and provides tips on analyzing your cast for continuous improvement. Tune in for an episode packed with practical advice and expert wisdom from Bruce Richards, a true icon in the fly fishing community. Episode Chapters with Bruce Richards on the Six-Step Method to Perfect Your Cast 2:24 - Bruce reminisces about his upbringing in Midland, Michigan, where he was indirectly introduced to fly fishing through his father's best friend, a sales manager at Scientific Anglers. Although Bruce was eager to join fishing trips as a young boy, he was only allowed to participate when he was older. His early exposure to fly fishing laid the foundation for his future career. 3:24 - His professional journey began in a rather unplanned manner. Despite attempts to secure summer jobs at Scientific Anglers, the seasonal nature of the business meant there were no vacancies. After earning a degree in fisheries, Bruce received an unexpected call from a friend at Scientific Anglers, inviting him to apply for a job. He succeeded in securing a position in 1976, marking the start of a long and varied career within the company. 5:30 - He reflects on the significant changes in the fly fishing industry over the years, particularly focusing on the technological advancements since he started in 1976. 9:33 - We discuss the evolution of fly lines and rods over the years. Bruce confirms that lines have become heavier and explains the history behind this trend. He also explains that as these heavier lines became popular, rod designers began developing stiffer rods to match them. This created a cycle where heavier lines required stiffer rods, which in turn required even heavier lines. 13:29 - We dig into the combination of fly rods and lines, emphasizing the flexibility in pairing them. Bruce points out that the action of a rod can be modified by changing the weight of the line used. He suggests that the most logical approach is to select the line first based on the type of fly, the fishing distance, and the environmental conditions, and then choose a rod that can effectively cast that line. 16:45 - He shares a bit of the history of Scientific Anglers. 19:52 - Bruce recounts an experience with a Canadian casting student, which led him to develop his six-step method for improving fly casting. Initially, Bruce faced challenges instructing the student remotely but found that examining the top leg of the loop in the cast revealed critical insights. The method involves assessing the loop's top leg for straightness, understanding the rod tip's path, analyzing the caster's actions, and making necessary adjustments. 29:48 - Bruce advises those who have never cast before. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the mechanics, like how loops work, which allows for self-analysis. He mentions that after a lesson, beginners usually show significant improvement. However, he notes that this improvement can be fleeting, similar to learning in other activities like golf. The key to sustained improvement lies in practice and remembering specific feedback, such as not bending the wrist too much. 31:31 - I ask Bruce whether a rigid wrist is necessary for casting, and he explains that the wrist plays a crucial role in controlling the rod's casting arc. The combination of shoulder, elbow, and wrist movements is essential for an efficient cast, as using only the elbow can be tiring. He also elaborates on how the flexibility of the rod affects wrist movement. A softer rod requires more wrist action, while a stiffer rod requires less. He also mentions that the weight of the line can change the dynamics; for example, using a heavier line on a stiff rod alters wrist usage. 33:13 - Bruce advises against using heavier rods than necessary unless the casting conditions demand it, such as in saltwater fishing where heavier lines are needed to cast heavy flies despite the fish not requiring such heavy equipment. The wind is another significant factor that complicates casting, making the right choice of rod and line even more critical. 35:16 - We go into step four of his six-step method which is about changing the body movements. Bruce describes a scenario where a wide, sloppy loop with an upward curve indicates a wide casting arc, often due to improper wrist movement. He emphasizes that while beginners might struggle to identify these issues on their own, instructors or more advanced casters can use the six-step method to troubleshoot and correct the cast. By narrowing the casting arc, the rod tip path becomes straighter, leading to a more efficient loop. 37:30 - Bruce recommends checking out the Fly Fishers International (FFI) website for valuable sources on loops. Specifically, he highlights a journal and newsletter called "The Loop Journal" which is available on the same website. 41:40 - We discuss the origins and development of the FFI certification program, which was initiated in 1990 and completed by 1992. Bruce collaborated with other prominent figures in the field, including Lefty Kreh, Joan Wulff, Gary Borger, and Chico Fernandez, among others to develop the program. The program has since become the leading and most respected certification for fly-casting instructors internationally. 43:03 - We dig into the FFI's certification process. Many aspiring instructors initially overestimate their casting skills until they undergo the program and realize the areas they need to improve. Bruce mentions that the time it takes to get certified varies; some individuals may take years, while others can achieve certification in about a year with focused effort and mentorship. 47:57 - We talk about what typically causes someone to create a tailing loop during casting. Bruce explains that the issue often arises when an angler tries to cast longer distances, around 60 to 65 feet. At this point, they might apply too much force at the end of their casting stroke. This extra punch causes the rod to bend excessively, leading the rod tip to curve down and create a tailing loop. He elaborates that instead of adding force at the end of the stroke, the caster should begin accelerating the rod earlier in the casting stroke. This smooth, early acceleration distributes the force more evenly and prevents the tailing loop from forming. 50:54 - We discuss the evolution of sinking lines. Bruce shares his experience, noting that the original sinking lines were made by adding powdered lead to the coating, which was effective but problematic due to lead's toxicity. Despite advancements, he also notes that the fundamental chemistry and process of making sinking lines have not drastically changed since the 1980s. Modern lines still use powdered tungsten, varying its amount to control the sinking rate. While design aspects may evolve, the core materials and methods remain similar, reflecting the robustness of the original innovations. 53:49 - We discuss tips and techniques for preparing for a dry fly fishing trip, particularly focusing on casting and presentation. Bruce highlights that the approach varies depending on the fishing environment. For instance, in slick water fishing locations like the Big Horn or Henry's Fork, it's crucial to know how to throw slack in the leader. Conversely, in windy conditions, it's essential to cast straight. He also emphasizes the importance of making a great cast by placing the fly accurately while managing slack in the leader. He points out that many people throw nice loops but at too high a trajectory, which can be problematic in windy conditions. To address this, he advises adjusting the trajectory of both the front and back cast. By throwing the back cast high, it naturally makes the front cast low, ensuring a better delivery of the fly. 57:42 - I ask him how to maintain fly lines. He explains that contemporary lines, such as those from Scientific Anglers, can last significantly longer than older lines due to improved chemistry. While older lines would typically last 3-5 years before becoming stiff and cracking, he mentions having lines that are still functional after 15 years. The key factors that can damage fly lines include exposure to excessive heat, sunlight, and solvents. Improper storage, such as leaving gear in a car trunk exposed to the sun, can lead to quicker degradation. Additionally, he emphasizes the importance of cleaning fly lines to maintain their performance. He gives some tips on how to clean them. 1:02:03 - We go into the evolution and impact of fly lines in the industry. Bruce highlights the significance of the GPX taper, describing it as a game-changer due to its half-size heavy design and innovative coating technology. Despite advances in sinking lines, Bruce notes that their market remains relatively small compared to floating lines. 1:06:25 - Bruce shares a memorable story about his first day working at Scientific Anglers in January 1976. He recounts receiving a welcoming phone call from Lefty Kreh which made a significant impact on him. This call not only welcomed Bruce to the industry but also marked the beginning of many friendships with the greats of fly fishing, whom he had long admired. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/647
In this engaging episode of the Southeastern Fly Podcast, David addresses listener questions, conservation efforts, and some lighthearted discussions about fly fishing essentials. Tune in for valuable insights and a touch of humor.Key Highlights:1. Conservation Efforts:David discusses his approach to conservation, emphasizing small but impactful actions such as picking up litter during fishing trips He encourages participation in local river cleanups and other environmental initiatives.2. Best All-Time Fly Fishing Angler:David explores the subjective nature of identifying the best fly fishing angler, mentioning renowned names like Lefty Kreh, Flip Pallot, and Kelly Galloup. He Emphasizes that the best angler might be someone well-rounded, of good character, and enjoyable to fish with, rather than just the most skilled.3. Smallmouth Leaders for Wading Anglers:Listener Shane sought advice on smallmouth leaders, and the podcast community provided valuable input. David highlights the importance of understanding local food sources and tailoring fly patterns to match them.4. Mount Rushmore of Fly Fishing Foods:David shares his top four fly fishing snacks: powdered donuts, Snickers, pretzels, and Vienna sausages. He invites listeners to join the discussion on the Southeastern Fly Facebook group and share their favorite fishing foods.5. Recommendations:David recommends the "Dads on the Fly" podcast, praising their focus on family and fly fishing. He also announces that Southeastern Fly is now on YouTube and encourages listeners to subscribe and follow.If you enjoy this episode, be sure to join our online community. Tune in next time for more tips, stories, and fly fishing discussions!Produced by NOVA Media
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/594 Presented By: Togiak River Lodge, Northern Rockies Adventures, Yellowstone Teton Territory, Togens Fly Shop Have you ever wondered what it would be like to reel in a massive tarpon? Or perhaps you're curious about the critical factors in preserving bonefish, tarpon, and permit populations? Today, we dive deep into the conservation with Mark Rehbein from the Bonefish & Tarpon Trust. Join us as we unravel why these three species are important for conservation efforts and explore the key habitats that need protection. Show Notes with Mark Rehbein on Bonefish & Tarpon Trust. 2:40 - Mark Rehbein started fly fishing at a young age due to his father's involvement in making Potomac River bass fishing videos. This project led them to connect with Lefty Kreh. His journey eventually took him to Alaska, where he lived in a tent and worked at a fly shop. Mark Rehbein's Journey to Bonefish & Tarpon Trust 09:25 - After following BTT for years and growing up with a love for bonefishing, Mark transitioned from a corporate job and internships to landing an entry-level events position at BTT. Despite having no prior events experience, Mark embraced the challenge and grew within the organization, eventually becoming the Director of Development. Mark also highlights two upcoming major events hosted by BTT: the Circle of Honor in May and the New York dinner in October, where notable individuals like Captain Rick Ruoff, Captain Joe Gonzalez, and Travis Holeman will be honored. Bonefish, Tarpon, and Permit Conservation Efforts 19:38 - BTT focuses on the conservation of bonefish, tarpon, and permits. These species are crucial because protecting them also ensures the preservation of their habitats and benefits other marine life. BTT's initiatives involve extensive research, including tagging programs and mark-recapture studies, to gather essential data for informed conservation strategies. The focus revolves around three key areas: habitat preservation, water quality improvement, and effective fisheries management. "You gain credibility by the thimble full and lose it by the bucket full." - Dr. Aaron Adams In places like the Florida Keys, BTT utilizes tournament catch records and collaborates with organizations like the IGFA, Lower Keys Guides Association, and Florida Keys Fishing Guides Association to track trends in tarpon encounters, releases, and jumps. Life History of Tarpon 33:40 - Tarpons start with their offshore spawning in deep waters, where they release eggs that develop into Leptocephalus larvae. These larvae drift with ocean currents until they reach suitable habitats. As juveniles, tarpon thrive in mangrove estuaries, where optimal habitat conditions support their growth and development. Tarpons can live up to 80 years and spawn multiple times. The Importance of Mangroves 45:37 - Mangroves serve as crucial habitats for various juvenile fish species. They provide protection, food sources, and growth opportunities. Mangroves also contribute to coastal resiliency and are essential for maintaining healthy ecosystems. Lefty Kreh's Legacy and One-Liners 53:35 - Mark shares anecdotes about Lefty Kreh's humorous and multifaceted personality, highlighting his knack for memorable one-liners. Despite his fame as an angler, Lefty's true legacy lies in his kindness, passion for fishing, and impact on those he encountered. Mark reflects on the impact Lefty had on him and how he strives to uphold Lefty's legacy by emulating his positive attitude and dedication to angling. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/594
As a 21 year old Vietnam veteran, Bob Popovics gravitated to fly fishing for stripped bass and the people who chased them from shore. These guys became his family and the collective passion became a maelstrom for the north east striper fishermen. The power behind this fish was real and in 1965 a fishing club called the Salt Water Fly Rodders of America was formed. They exchanged information, established the criteria for world record catches (which would be handed over to the IGFA in 1978) and had chapters throughout the country extending to California and Australia. The chapters ran out of steam in 1977, but was revitalized in 1987. It was then that Popovics started weekly meetings and fly tying sessions at his house. Upstairs in a small room 50 fly fishermen would crowd over Bob's fly tying vise and the creativity exploded. Lefty Kreh called Popovics the greatest fly tier of all time! Bob's imagination was vibrant, and his designs became the flies of choice for the variety of fish caught in the North East surf. His two books, Pop Fleyes and Fleye Design are a confirmation that Lefty's statement was spot on and many felt the same. Above all, it's Bob's heart, personality, and love for his fellow anglers will stand the test of time!! He is beloved by all…. And one more thing, Lefty's last wish to Bob was, “Help preserve the history of salt water fly fishing!” With this interview and what Popovics has saved, I know Lefty would be very proud of his brother, “Bobby."
Capt. Sarah Gardner has been a full time fishing guide for over 27 years. Along with her husband, Capt. Brian Horsley, they are the go to guides for fly fishing in the area surrounding Outer Banks, NC. Sarah & Brian both run 23 foot Jones Brother boats and target Cobia, Redfish, False Albacore, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, & Sharks on the fly. After getting her Bachelor's degree in Illustration from Moore College of Art in 1987, Sarah worked in advertising for several years, but she never felt comfortable working inside. To be around other like-minded people and earn extra money, she took an evening sales position at Anglers Sport Center, a big outfitter in Maryland. Shortly thereafter, out of the blue, the legendary Lefty Kreh called and would eventually take her under his wing and help her flourish into the great writer and spokesperson she is today. Years later, Lefty was the photographer at Sarah & Brian's wedding and their relationship continued until his passing a couple of years ago. Sarah is known by her peers as being a hardy, tough, badass of a human whether on the water, in the woods, or competing in Ironman races. Not only is she “fishy” on the boat but her love for teaching and educating is extremely inspiring. As people look up to Joan Wulff and Kathy Beck, many view Sarah as a role model and shining example on how hard work, dedication, and chasing your passions can lead to a extremely fulfilling life. Thanks for coming on the podcast, Sarah!
When you hear about the Susquehanna River, especially for smallmouth, you think about names like Lefty Kreh, Bob Clouser and Brian Shumaker of Susquehanna River Guides. Brian has been mentored by Bob Clouser over the years and Bob was kind enough to offer a personal recommendation to have Brian on the podcast. We dive into great tips and tactics to have more success with your smallmouth fishing. With over 30 years of guiding experience, Brian shares the best equipment set up for smallmouth as well as fishing strategies and fly recommendations. Enjoy!
Jay Nichols has enjoyed an incredible career in the fly fishing industry. As a former managing editor of Fly Fisherman magazine, Jay knows the ins and outs of writing, editing and photography. He has utilized those skills to amplify angling tales and spread fishing education to the masses while soaking up endless knowledge from some of the sport's greatest minds like Lefty Kreh, Bob Popovics & Bob Clouser. In this episode of Game Changers, Blane is joined by a good friend and long-time colleague to take an industry-deep dive behind the mighty pen and lens.
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/564 Presented by: Northern Rockies Adventures, Angler's Coffee, Togiak River Lodge Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors In this episode, we had the absolute pleasure of chatting with none other than Jim Teeny, a true legend in the fly fishing world, about king salmon fishing. From creating the game-changing Teeny Nymph to revolutionizing fly lines, Jim's done it all. So, grab a cup of your favorite brew, kick back, and let me take you through some of the highlights from our conversation with Jim. Episode Chapters with Jim Teeny on King Salmon Fishing 00:01:36 - Jim shares his upcoming trips with us including his trip to Jurassic Lake in Argentina where he once caught a giant rainbow trout. 00:03:16 - He takes us down memory lane to the 1960s. Imagine this: Jim and his buddy head out to Oregon's East Lake, not knowing they're about to make fly fishing history. That's where the iconic Teeny Nymph was born. And the fly lines? Well, Jim's quest to better sink rates led to a friendly chat with Scientific Anglers, sparking a revolution in how we think about fly lines. Who knew a simple idea could change so much? 00:09:50 - According to Jim, if the water is high in Alaska, the kings will often be on the brackish side of the water. When he's fishing there, he mostly uses his TS-Series and a short leader like three to four feet. When targeting chinooks, he uses a single-hand rod. 00:17:38 - Jim's philosophy on fishing, "I spot 'em I got 'em", is pretty straightforward – if you can see the fish, you can catch it. He swears by polarized glasses and a keen eye. During our talk, he shared some epic moments on steelhead fishing. It's all about reading and understanding the water and being in the right place at the right time. He also details how he would present a fly to the fish. 00:24:49 - He shares a story that he also wrote in his book titled "Fly Fishing Great Waters". One day on their teeny flies and fly lines, they hooked 77 king salmon. Talking about King Salmon with Jim is like listening to an action-packed adventure novel. He's fished from Alaska to the Pacific Northwest and has stories that'll make your reel spin. 00:41:12 - He gives us valuable tips on fishing for Sockeye salmon in Alaska. He mentions the colors that would get you sockeyes and kings, but their number one is hot pink. He also shares about that time when he won a fishing tournament on saltwater. 00:49:18 - Jim's not one to stay put. He shares tales of his fishing trips around the globe. Each adventure is a mix of stunning scenery, amazing catches, and great company. It's like taking a world tour while chasing after the next big catch. 00:55:08 - He briefly shares how he came to start up a business in fly fishing. 1:00:47 - He gives a shout-out to John Randolph, editor of the Fly Fisherman magazine, and Lefty Kreh whom he looks up to in the industry. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/564
Our destination is Indian River Lagoon near the Kennedy Space Center on the Central Florida coast with Captain Frank Catino who gives us the low down on the Indian River, the Banana River, and Mosquito Lagoon. Stretching over 150 miles, anglers can lose themselves in a sea of mangrove shorelines, shallow grass flats, and numerous islands where great numbers of tarpon, redfish, snook, and speckled trout thrive. Having fished these waters for 45 years, Frank shares stories of fishing with Lefty Kreh, Yvonne Chenard, and Roger Waters, how he came to build reels for Orvis and serve as mayor of his town. We cover the seasons, tarpon and redfish behavior, and stick around to the end for some great tips on surf fishing. With Host, Steve Haigh Be the first to know about new episodes. Become a subscriber Pictures from Captain Frank Catino: @DestinationAnglerPodcast on Facebook and Instagram Contact Captain Frank Catino · 321-223-7700 GuideBookCo: https://guidebookco.com/guide/frankcatino · https://captfrankcatino.com/ · Instagram @frankcatino Please check out our Sponsors: 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 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 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 Dec 14, 2023. Episode 110
Control the controllable, that is how you become a better angler! We see fishing knots all over social media that promise to be strong knots! However, there is never a test to back up these ridiculous claims. Join me, as I test the knots that I find on social media so you don't have to. This week we have an unnamed knot from @ctrfishing on Instagram! How do you think this knot will do on the test? Are you going to use it? Check out this knot on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CrBQkYkruEk/?igsh=MTEwc3A1b2I2dGFxeA== Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The minute you hear Flip Pallot's voice, you find yourself hanging on every word. His thoughtful stories draw you into his love of all things outdoors. Flip has lived a full fishing life, growing up in Miami, fishing in Biscayne Bay and the Everglades long before micro skiffs and graphite push poles were a thing. Fishing and the natural world are Flip's playground. He was mentored by some of the pioneering greats like Stu Apte and Lefty Kreh. And in turn, Flip has inspired countless anglers and guides through his television series Walker's Cay Chronicles and many other projects. Listen in as Flip joins the Anglers Journal Podcast to discuss what it was like growing up in Miami in the '50s and '60s, how his love of fishing opened all kinds of doors and the network of guides he calls his best friends. Keep an eye out for a full feature on Flip's life in an upcoming issue of Anglers Journal Magazine. Subscribe to Anglers Journal Magazine Sign up for the free newsletter
Jamie Howard, a man who shaped a genre of Fly-fishing films, set a mood, taught us stuff and showed us things that those who may not ever get to fish for Tarpon, Striper or Bonefish will never see. Still to this day an unmatched filmmaker as far as quality of fly-fishing footage and story telling, Jamie is best known for his iconic flyfishing movies, Chasing Silver, Location X and Andy's Return films. Recently Jamie underwent a mammoth task of documenting the migratory run of Striped Bass in his latest film "Running The Coast" that Jamie describes as his Magnum Opus. Featuring interviews with Bob Popovic, Lefty Kreh and Dave Skok to name a few as well as incredible footage of Stripe eating crab flies and wild blitzes. We chat to Jamie about his personal fishing, the fisherman he films, the birth of the location X concept, how Andy Mill got caught up in Chasing Silver, and the sheer epicenes of how Running The Coast was made as some of the highlights. For this of you who have never seen any of Jamie's work... let these two hard arsed pragmatic fisherman tell you that Jamie makes films for those that are not easily impressed... You would have to be made of stone not to want to sell everything and fish forever after watching these films. Checkout HowardFilms.com and do your self a favour instead of watching the bloody masked singer garbage. This show is brought to you by Nervous Water, Kettafly, Power Pole and Beast Brushes
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/501 Presented by: Togens Fly Shop, Bearvault, Smitty's Fly Box, Angler's Coffee Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Dick Sagara who is a seasoned fly fishing rep for esteemed brands in the industry, tells us how he kick-started his career and the adventures, challenges, and triumphs he's encountered along the way. From the river to the trade shows, Dick shares his deep passion for fly fishing, offering invaluable insights into the life of a dedicated fly fishing rep. So, grab your favorite rod, reel, and a cup of coffee, and prepare to be inspired by the remarkable journey of Dick Sagara in the world of fly fishing. The Fly Fishing Rep Show Notes with Dick Sagara 2:40 - Dick shares his first memory of fly fishing which is watching the tv show starring Gadabout Gaddis. 4:00 - He mentions Joe Brooks. We talked about Joe in the podcast in episode 071. 5:00 - He tells a story about the relationship between Joe Brooks and Lefty Kreh. 7:16 - We go back to his early life. Their family used to go on long vacations to see sights and fish. They used to drive a convertible Buick Electra. 16:25 - We dig into the beginning of his professional career in the fly fishing industry. 23:27 - He talks about Rick Pope whom we had in the podcast in episode 158. 29:35 - He tells a story about Lefty during a trade show he attended with Temple Fork Outfitters (TFO). 37:40 - He talks about how he ran into my dad, Doug Stewart, back in 1977. My dad owned a fly shop in Gresham, Oregon that time. We also had him in the podcast in episode 031. 43:08 - Dick is Jim Teeny's longest-serving sales rep. We had Jim in the podcast way back in episode 005. Lefty told him that Jim was the finest salmon fisherman he had ever fished with. 46:35 - Jim wrote the book entitled "The Teeny Technique for Steelhead and Salmon: Lefty's Little Library of Fly Fishing". 54:05 - Dick donates instructional trips every year. He tells a bit more about his recent one in the Deschutes. 55:25 - We dig into euro nymphing. 1:04:05 - He tells more of his favorite stories about Rick Pope and my dad such as that time when my dad got into a fight while steelhead fishing with the family. 1:10:53 - We talk a bit about racism. 1:19:37 - Currently, he works with several brands like TFO, Angler Sport Group, Rainy's Premium Flies, Jim Teeny, and Aquaz. 1:23:20 - He walks us through what a fly fishing rep does. He likes working with anglers. 1:29:11 - For TFO, he covers Oregon and Washington. He also mentions the areas he covers for the other brands he represents. 1:30:18 - He has a certain love for the Driftless area. We had Geri Meyer in the podcast where we mainly talked about the Driftless area. 1:35:40 - He tries to attend as many shows as he possibly can. 1:39:02 - If he's traveling down the road, he likes listening to classic rock. He likes The Long and Winding Road by The Beatles and Psycho Killer by Talking Heads. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/501
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/461 Presented By: Trxstle, Yellowstone Teton, Jackson Hole Fly Company Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors In this episode, we'll hear the incredible stories and adventures of Barry, a seasoned guide on Bow River. From his unexpected start as a boat rower to becoming a guide in 1977, Barry's story is full of exciting twists. Get ready to be amazed as he tells us about his unforgettable moments with famous angler Lefty Kreh and the fascinating history and geology of the area. Find out how the river's landscape has changed over time due to big floods that reshaped the map. We discover the secrets of fishing the Bow River, including the best times to fish it and fly patterns to use. Barry's expertise shines as he reveals the magic of fishing in July when the days are long and you can fish late into the night. Learn about Barry's exciting floating adventures, how he adapts to different clients' skills, and the fly shops that keep the fishing spirit alive in Calgary. And before we wrap up, we take a sneak peek into Barry's book, "My Bow River," filled with captivating fish pictures. Get ready to dive into the world of the Bow River, its hatches, and the enduring love for this incredible Canadian gem. Show Notes with Barry White - Bow River Fly Fishing 03:40 - We talk about what makes Banff a National Park in Canada. 04:30 - Barry shares the story of how Jim McLennan offered him to row their boat at Bow River Company and after one week started guiding for them. This was 1977. 07:10 - Lefty Kreh and Barry did a video on the Bow River. Unfortunately, we can't find that video on YouTube. They spent 6 days on the boat, fishing 13:00 - Bow River flows through Hudson Bay. Barry talks a little bit about the geology and history of the area. 15:30 - Barry talks about how the 3 major floodings widened the rivers in Alberta since the 1980s. Some islands disappeared on the map too. 20:00 - Barry tells the story of when Lefty flew into town. Days before that, they had a rainstorm which added 5 feet of water to the river, making it totally unfishable. When Lefty arrived, it went back to normal and they had great fishing. 23:40 - July is the best time to fish the Bow River since the water gets shallow and clean which the fish loves. 27:45 - The longest distance Barry floated is 20 miles which took him 6-7 hours. He tells us how he did it. 37:10 - Barry's setup depends on his client's ability to cast. 37:50 - A Chernobyl Ant pattern makes a good stonefly pattern. The Girdle Bug pattern makes a good dropper. Barry also like Whitlock's Beadhead Squirrel Nymph. 43:50 - In July, it doesn't get dark in Alberta until 11 pm so they can fish from 6 am to 11 pm. 47:00 - Barry talks about the book he wrote, My Bow River. This book is filled with fish pics. 52:20 - Barry talks about the different hatches they have throughout all seasons. 54:00 - Barry used to own 6 boats. Now he only has 1 and it's 35 years old. 59:00 - We hear a story of when Barry dumped their boat during a guided trip. 1:02:15 - We noted some fly shops in Calgary including the Fishin' Hole Fly Shop, Fish Tales Fly Shop, and Bow River Troutfitters. Bow River Conclusion with Barry White In conclusion, this show provided a fascinating exploration of the Bow River and its significance as part of Banff National Park in Canada. Barry, the guest speaker, shared captivating stories and insights about his experiences guiding and fishing on the river. He discussed the geology, history, and environmental changes that have shaped the area, including the impact of major floodings. The discussion also touched on the best time to fish the Bow River, recommended fly patterns, and the diverse hatches throughout the seasons. Barry's book, "My Bow River," was mentioned as a valuable resource filled with fish pictures. The episode concluded with a mention of fly shops in Calgary, providing useful information for those interested in exploring the area further. Overall, this show was an engaging and informative journey into the world of fishing on the Bow River. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/461
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/452 Presented By: Mavrk Fly Fishing, Trxstle, Angler's Coffee, BearVault Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors James Thull from Montana State University talks about what they have going at MSU Library, home of the world's largest collection of books on trout and salmon. We talk about the rich history and culture of angling through MSU's extensive book collection and over 370 interviews with anglers from around the world. James also highlights some of the notable interviews, including the ones with Bud Lilly and AK Best, as well as his experience interviewing Lefty Kreh at his house and fishing with Jeremy Wade from River Monsters. We discover the challenges James faced while traveling to different countries to conduct interviews and MSU's mission to preserve the global history, culture, and legacy of angling. Show Notes with James Thull 03:30 - They have the world's largest collection of books on trout and salmon at MSU. This collection was started by Bruce Mordan and Bud Lilly. 04:29 - Bud told James a story of an old gentleman he took fishing who landed his last fish and then died a few weeks later. 06:45 - You can head over to wetflyswing.com/msu to check out their trout, salmon, and angler history collection. They have done around 370 interview videos with anglers from around 65 to 70 countries. 19:30 - Someone donated a book signed by Isaac Walton to MSU Library. 23:30 - They collaborated with the American Museum of Fly Fishing on a project to digitize old cassette tapes. 27:05 - James recommends checking out the interviews they've done with Bud Lilly. Also the interview with AK Best. He also mentioned some of the notable ones including Lefty Kreh. 32:05 - James interviewed Lefty Kreh at Lefty's house. Lefty showed him his museum of personal artifacts. James saw a picture of Lefty with Fidel Castro and Ernest Hemmingway standing together with rods in their hand. (Unfortunately, we couldn't find this picture on Google) 37:00 - James talks about the tips Bud shared with him: The fish don't know whether you're using a $900 rod or a $90 rod. For the most part, fish strike for 2 reasons - they're hungry or they're pissed. 44:00 - James talks about going to different countries in Africa and Asia to conduct interviews. We hear about the challenges he faced along the way. 59:40 - We had Henry Winkler on the podcast in episode 334. We noted his book, I've Never Met an Idiot on the River. 1:00:40 - James talks about fishing and hanging out with Jeremy Wade from River Monsters. 1:04:30 - Their mission at MSU is to preserve the global history and culture of angling. 1:05:00 - James talks about their upcoming to Belize this fall to teach people about using archives on angling and history. 1:06:30 - We had John Gierach on the podcast for the 2nd time at WFS 434. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/452
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/446 Sponsors: BearVault, Country Financial, Anglers Coffee, Trxstle Are you planning a trip to Maine for some Fly Fishing? Would you like to find out which are the top species to chase on the fly? Greg LaBonte from Maine Fly Guys answers these questions and much more today on the podcast. Greg is the owner of Maine Fly Guys and also a professor with a focus on fisheries. He describes his take and how he utilizes his podcast, In the Film to start discussions around controversial topics. Click play below to listen to the podcast. 11:58 - Greg noted their popular blog which focuses on fish biology and life histories. Take a look at Maineflyguys.com 12:56 - We talked about how brook trout and other salmonids get stressed around 70 degrees F and can impact their survival. 13:24 - Gord Pyzer was on the podcast in episode 446 and talked about musky life history and fishing tips. 18:15 - Lefty Kreh said his favorite smallmouth bass fishing was in maine! 23:24 - The St. John River is a important fishery and is almost entirely un-dammed. The musky have thrived in this basin and have impacted brook trout. 44:25 - You can find Greg on a beach chasing stripers in the months of June, July and August. Greg's Top 7 Species for Maine: Musky Striped Bass Pike Smallmouth Bass Salmon Rainbow Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Lake Trout 52:55 - Greg hosts the In the Film podcast where he tries to stay on the edge of topics to create a good discussion. 55:54 - Greg notes the IFW Hoot Owl regulation review episode. You can listen to in in the Film here. 59:35 - We talked about the Web Growth Code Podcast and my interview with the founder of Buzzsprout. 1:02:56 - MK Kitchen in Gorham is a must stop for great food. 1:11:54 - Shoutout to Queen!
The Non Slip Mono Loop, also called the Kreh knot, was Lefty Kreh's favorite loop knot. It is used for bonefish, permit and other flies when you want a very strong loop knot. I'll tie it and then test it to see breaking strength average of 3 identical ties with 12 lb monofilament. This podcast is presented by Black Rifle Coffee Use code BLASTOFF25 for 25% off Salt Strong Insiders Club: https://bit.ly/RowlandMembership LMNT Electrolytes Special Offer: http://DrinkLMNT.com/TomRowland If you have questions or suggestions for the show you can text Tom at 1 305-930-7346 This episode has been brought to you by Waypoint TV. Waypoint is the ultimate outdoor network featuring streaming of full-length fishing and hunting television shows, short films and instructional content, a social media network, Podcast Network. Waypoint is available on Roku, Samsung Smart TV, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Android TV, IoS devices, Android Devices and at www.waypointtv.com all for FREE! Join the Waypoint Army by following them on Instagram at the following accounts @waypointtv @waypointfish @waypointsalt @waypointboating @waypointhunt @waypointoutdoorcollective Find over 150 full episodes of Saltwater Experience on Waypoint You can follow Tom Rowland on Instagram @tom_rowland and find all episodes and show notes at Tomrowlandpodcast.com Learn more about Tom's Television shows by visiting their websites: Saltwater Experience Into the Blue Sweetwater Contact Tom through email: Podcast@saltwaterexperience.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/400 Presented By: Country Financial, Trxstle, Togens Fly Shop, Stonefly Nets Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Beau Beasley is here to take us into the mid-Atlantic Region. We find out what makes a good fly shop and why some fly shops go out of business. We talk mainly about what they have going at Project Healing Waters and the new book that he's working on which has 40 powerful stories from veterans with traumatic pasts. This episode is dedicated to the veterans who had to live with their trauma and those who laid their lives to serve our beloved country. Show Notes with Beau Beasley 04:00 - Beau was a retired Fairfax firefighter and paramedic. 07:45 - We had Chuck Furimsky on the podcast in episode 292 11:45 - Lefty Kreh once said to Beau, "There are 2 kinds of people in fly fishing. The kind of people that show their knowledge with everybody and the ones that share their knowledge." 19:19 - The very first time that Beau entered a fly shop, he got treated very poorly when he came in with a spinning rod. That fly shop is not around anymore. 29:23 - Beau tells the story of when he was in a fly shop and mistakenly thought that LT Cahill stands for Lieutenant Cahill. He got corrected by not feeling like an idiot. 33:33 - Rick Pope was on the podcast in episode 158. 34:13 - Tom Rosenbauer is one of the best-known fly anglers in the country. 38:15 - Beau is offering something that hasn't been offered before. They've partnered with the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation. And they're hosting the first-ever Beyond the Cast Women's Symposium. 43:15 - His first fly fishing book is called, Fly Fishing Virginia: A No Nonsense Guide to Top Waters. 48:05 - Beau talks about being involved with Project Healing Waters for 15 years. 51:30 - His new book will be titled, Healing Waters: Veteran Stories of Recovery in their Own Words. This book is expected to be out in March 2023. 53:00 - We had Joe Jackson on the podcast in episode 384 who told the story of recovering from a heart attack. 1:09:15 - Beau's new book is dedicated to Brian Mancini, who lost his life as a result of his service and the post-traumatic stress disorder that he experienced. 1:37:00 - Visit TXFlyFishingFestival.org Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/400
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/353 Presented By: Bearvault, Angler's Coffee, Jackson Hole Fly Company, Zoe Angling Group Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Tom Starmack takes us back into the Driftless to tell us how he works his spring creek magic. We find out how he fishes the super skinny water and what his euro rig looks like on small waters. We break down some of his favorite nymphs to tie and the best times to fish the Driftless area. Tom shares how he met Jason Randall - his fly fishing buddy for 30 years, and the story of how he started as a national fly tyer for the Fly Fishing Show, meeting Lefty Kreh and Ed Jaworowski. We also mention a bunch of resources for fishing the Driftless. Show Notes with Tom Starmack 03:40 - Tom and his family live on an old dairy farm built in the mid-1800s. They're in the middle of nowhere (35 acres of woods) on the edge of the Driftless and their closest neighbor is about a half-mile away. 06:30 - Jason Randall is Tom's friend, who suggested that he should try tying flies commercially - Jason was on the podcast in episode 074 08:00 - Furimsky reviewed his flies and liked the way he tied them - Ben was on the podcast in episode 061 and Chuck was also here in episode 292 10:30 - Tom describes what it's like tying for his first show in Lancaster (2016) 14:50 - Jason Randall and his wife are vets - Tom has dogs and cats and was looking for a vet then came across Jason. They talked about fishing and started hanging out. 17:00 - There's an article about fishing the Driftless by TU - read here 19:50 - When he's euro nymphing, he uses primarily a 2 wt. When he does dry fly, he uses 3 or 4 wt depending on the wind. 21:00 - Tom does 80% nymphing, 20% dry fly 23:45 - Tom guides for a Christian organization called, Ultra Fly Fishing 28:30 - March, April, and May are Tom's favorite times of the year to fish the Driftless - it's the best time to fish there 30:30 - Tom lives in Vernon County - there are 60 classified trout streams and 250 miles of public access 32:30 - In Viroqua, there's the Driftless Angler Fly Shop - they're a great resource that guides people. There's also the Wisconsin DNR website for general info - trout maps, public access, etc. 34:25 - Coulee Region TU has done a lot of work around the Driftless area 35:00 - At onX Maps you can download all the land ownership stuff and see it real-time as you're out there 36:20 - For nymphing, Tom uses a 10 feet 2 wt rod mostly. He describes his setup. 39:40 - For the fly line, he uses an 022 level line 41:30 - Tip: Read the water. Decide where you're going to fish it. Figure out how you're going to fish it. 47:55 - Ed Jaworowski was on the podcast in episode 233 where we talked a lot about casting. Ed has a book on perfecting your fly cast. 56:20 - Tom talks about perdigon tying 59:20 - One of his favorite flies is called the Pink Hog 1:00:00 - Purple Prince Charming is an all-synthetic material fly. Especially early in the year, leech patterns work great. 1:03:00 - The Frenchie Fly imitates a BWO, mayfly, stonefly 1:06:00 - The Pink Hog is Tom's Top Fly. Pink Hogs are also called "Squags". Enter your favorite fly here to get a chance to win a box of flies from JH Fly Co 1:09:00 - Tom sells his flies on his website and the Driftless Anglers website 1:12:30 - Tom is also into pheasant hunting 1:15:30 - Tom limits his fly tying to 5 or 6 dozens a day Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/353
Longtime fly-fisherman and bestselling author, Monte Burke, sits down to talk about his latest book, Lords of the Fly: Madness, Obsession, and the Hunt for the World Record Tarpon, the thrilling story of the men who chased world-record tarpon on a fly rod. Few gamefish challenge fly anglers like the tarpon, a high-flying, tackle destroying beast that prowls the flats and backcountry waters. But in the annals of tarpon fishing, one period stands out as the best ever known. In the late 1970s and early 1980s, something unique happened in the quiet little town of Homosassa, Florida. Giant, triple-digit tarpon showed up and so did the best fly anglers in the world — Lefty Kreh, Stu Apte, Ted Williams, Tom Evans, Billy Pate, and others — gathered together to try and catch the world record tarpon. In doing so, they battled beasts on a daily basis and unveiled a never-before-seen competition for a fishing accolade that has alluded so many. Listen in as Monte talks about the men he met in his research, the fish he saw, the history lessons he learned and the process needed to report on such a unique time in fishing history. Filled with larger-than-life characters and vivid prose, Lords of the Fly is not only a must read for fly anglers, but anyone who longs to better understand the obsessions of an angler on a quest for a world record.
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Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/333 Presented By: Dette Flies, Angler's Coffee, Stonefly Nets, Zoe Angling Group Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Ross Purnell, the Editor of the Fly Fisherman Magazine, shares how he fulfilled his childhood dream by filling in one of the most important roles at the publication. Find out who are the people that inspired him to fly fish and who mentored him to become a fly fishing writer. Ross describes the process of creating content and how they come up with ideas for stories that make it to the magazine. We also discover who the top contributors are at FFM. Plus, Ross reveals the big topics they're going to feature in the next 2 issues this year. Show Notes with Ross Purnell and The Fly Fisherman Magazine 03:15 - Jacques Cousteau was Ross's first hero. He used to watch Jacques' videos all the time when he was a kid. That made him become more interested in the underwater world. 04:00 - Tom Tietze was also a big fan of Jacques Cousteau - he was recently on the podcast at WFS 312 08:00 - Ross deal with 2 kinds of stories in the magazine In most of the stories that run there, he's not personally involved. Somebody pitches him the story idea and he decides if it's a good fit - they write it, and he edits it. That's 95% of the content in the magazine. Someone calls him up and says "this is a great story or this has never been done". If it fits in the schedule and no other experts on the ground, he considers it. 09:40 - Domenick Swentosky was on the podcast at WFS 305. He's got a great blog that covers waters in Pennsylvania. 11:20 - Ross's mom bought him a subscription to fly fisherman magazine on his 16th birthday. He started reading stories from Lefty Kreh and Gary Borger. He also bought VHS tapes about fly fishing. That's how he learned to fly fish. 13:00 - Jim McLennan wrote for the Fly Fisherman Magazine. He owned the local fly shop in Canada where Ross lives. That became an inspiration for Ross to dream of writing for magazines. 16:30 - John Randolph, former Editor of Fly Fisherman Magazine, hired Ross in 1996. John interviewed Ross on the phone and Ross got assaulted. John used his other phone to call 911. 18:30 - In 2009, Ross became the new Editor of Fly Fisherman Magazine. He was mentored and groomed by John to fill in for the Editor role. 21:00 - Ross mentions the dedicated people that work on their magazine like their Art Director, Sales Rep, Digital Editor, etc. 22:25 - Ross describes how their process of writing articles looks like from the magazine to a digital version 23:45 - George Daniel recently wrote for the magazine about Euro Jigging and also has a video demonstration 27:45 - Ross describes their conscious effort to highlight other species aside from trout. They also highlight lesser-known waters so that people would get off crowded waters. 31:40 - John Randolph got Dave Whitlock to do the first printed story for carp fishing 32:20 - I recently ran into Oliver White at the IFTD - he was on the podcast back in March 2019 at WFS 069. Oliver has been writing for the FFM for years. 34:30 - Hilary Hutcheson has been the top contributor to the magazine for the past 3 years. Ross describes how pleasurable it is to work with her. 35:25 - George Daniel was on the podcast at WFS 055. George writes a lot of how-to stuff. 36:10 - Blane Chocklett is also one of FFM's top contributors. 37:10 - Landon Mayer does a lot of work in the Rockies, Colorado. Landon was on the podcast at WFS 295 38:30 - There's always an opportunity to get your story in the magazine. You can reach out to Ross at ross@flyfisherman.com and pitch your idea, why it's interesting and why it should be in the magazine. 39:20 - They publish 3 annuals. One of them is called, Destinations, and it's mostly about international fly fishing - it comes out every labor day 40:30 - One of the annuals is called, Gear Guide, which comes out before Thanksgiving 41:20 - And then the other annual is called, Fly Fishing Made Easy - a magazine for beginners 48:15 - Ross talks about jungle fishing. He was on the Orvis Podcast with Tom Rosenbauer where they dug in more about jungle fishing. 48:45 - Blood Run: Fly Fishing with Amazon Warriors is a 90 mins documentary film by FFM - scroll below to watch this film 52:12 - Ross talks about Indifly - a nonprofit organization that brings attention to some of the unknown fisheries in the world, partnering up with the local communities and making sure the locals benefit from the program. 56:55 - Shoutout to Supaman, an indigenous hip-hop artist 58:20 - FFM comes out 5 times a year and 3 are already done as of this date (2022) 58:30 - Ross is excited about the Klamath Dam being taken down. It will be featured in their fall FFM issue. 1:01:30 - Ross talks about the Deerfield River relicensing in Massachusetts 1:02:55 - George Daniel has a story coming out about "Controlling Your Loop" - Ross talks about it and some other things coming up for FFM 1:04:00 - Ross talks about the biggest FFM they've published 1:05:30 - They have a contributor from England that wrote "What Trout See" which talks about how trout's vision works 1:07:55 - Costa Sunglasses not only makes awesome sunglasses but has been doing great things for the fly fishing community. Evan Russell from Costa was on the podcast at WFS 272. Conclusion with Ross Purnell and The Fly Fisherman Magazine So there you go.. If you have an idea for a story that you think would be good to put in the magazine, you can reach out to Ross at ross@flyfisherman.com. They always welcome fresh and interesting stories. Ross is proof that dreams come true when you chase your heart. He loved reading fly fishing magazines when he was young and programmed his mind that he will one day write for the magazines, so he did. Law of attraction baby, it works! Whatever it is that you see yourself doing, even though it seems so far from where you're currently at.. just take that first step and focus on what you can do now. Keep that vision in mind but don't let it overwhelm you. Trust the process and the rest shall follow! Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/333
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/330 Presented By: Trxstle, Bearvault, LakeLady Custom Rods, Stonefly Nets Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Andy Mill, an athlete, broadcaster, angler, and author, shares his passion-filled stories of competing at the highest level in multiple sports. We talk about some of the remarkable guests they've had on the Mill House Podcast. We dig into his award-winning book, Passion for Tarpon - how it came to be and who mentored him to write it. And we find out what his yearly routine looks like, living the rest of his days to the fullest. Andy also shares how he met Chris Evert, one of the greatest women tennis players of all time, their family set up then and now, and their visits to the white house, hanging out with ex-president George Bush. Lots of good stuff in this episode! Show Notes with Andy Mill and the Mill House Podcast 03:00 - Tom Evan is the greatest big-game saltwater fly guy of all time. He caught a 273-pound blue marlin on a 16-pound tippet, 194-pound tarpon on a 12-pound, and broke Billy Pate's record of 188 pounds on a 16 - Tom caught a 191. Tom Evans, Dean Butler and Al Diporak were on the Mill House Podcast. 05:45 - Ernest Schwiebert wrote the book Matching the Hatch. Ernest taught Andy how to fly cast. 07:00 - Andy talks about his skiing career in the 60s and 70s. He was in the Aspen Valley Ski Club and joined the ski Olympics. 14:28 - "The difference between being good and great as a fisherman - good fisherman catch a lot of fish and big fish, a great fisherman can catch the fish that doesn't want to be caught. The difference between a good and great guide is a good guide can find fish but a great guide can find a fish that doesn't want to be found" 17:10 - Harry Spear became Andy's mentor. Harry refined Andy to become a tournament angler. Seven years later, Andy started fishing tournaments. 18:00 - Flip Pallot was on the podcast at WFS 070 18:45 - Andy wrote the book, Passion for Tarpon after winning some tournaments 21:00 - Andy married Chris Evert, the number 1 tennis player in the 70s and one of the greatest of all time, and they've got 3 sons. Andy tells the story of how they met. 26:30 - We talk about what makes Aspen special 29:00 - Andy and Chris used to hang out with ex-president George Bush and some other famous folks 36:00 - Andy and his son Nicky founded the Mill House Podcast. We talk about some of the remarkable guests they've had on the show. 36:40 - They interviewed Billy Knowles a year ago. He passed away this year. 37:55 - They had Neal Beidleman on the podcast. He was a guide on Mt. Everest in 1996 where 8 people died from a storm. Neal was credited a large role in assisting clients off the mountain to safety. 39:00 - After he got injured, Andy started a show "Ski with Andy Mill". He covered the 92 and 94 Olympics for CBS. He also worked as a broadcast for 20 years. 40:00 - After 20 years of broadcasting, he got offered to host a fishing show by the Outdoor Life Network 41:45 - Andy had a part-time gig with Good Morning America where he was a segment host. He also wrote for magazines like Tail Fly Fishing 42:45 - Jim Teeny was on the podcast at WFS 005 42:55 - Roland Martin was known for bass fishing but when Andy asked him, he said "tarpon on a fly" was his favorite 47:15 - Andy just had a shoulder operation which is already his 23rd operation 47:50 - In spring, Andy and his son tarpon fish for 6 weeks in the Keys. Then to Aspen, get in a high country for elk hunting. Then in Sept and early Oct, they hunt in Colorado and Montana for elk with bow and arrows. Then to Florida to play golf till February. Then back to the Keys. 51:27 - We talk about his son Nicky, how he's chasing his own heart 55:10 - We talk about the TV show, Sportsman's Journal with Andy Mill (1990s) - watch one of the episodes below 57:50 - Andy won more tarpon tournaments than anyone. There are only 3 guys that won a bonefish, tarpon, and permit tournament - Andy was the first one who did it. 58:50 - They had David Mangum on the podcast 1:02:40 - The most downloaded episode of the Mill House Podcast is their episode with Flip Pallot with over 40k downloads 1:05:10 - Joan Wulff was on the podcast at WFS 100 1:05:45 - Andy knew Lefty Kreh. Lefty mentored him in the book he wrote. They're good friends. 1:22:00 - Andy played football in college and was a quarterback. He played baseball as a pitcher. He also raced road bikes. 1:22:50 - The most exciting thing he's done today is big bull elking with bow and arrows 1:24:15 - Andy demonstrates how to cow call an elk. Really cool! Conclusion with Andy Mill and the Mill House Podcast So there you go. We heard a lot of cool stories today. Andy is an extraordinary guy, doing extraordinary things to everything he focuses on. I got to admit.. he's my idol now. I feel extra inspired to get out there, do what I love to do, and give it my all. Thank you, Andy for sharing these awesome stories. I hope you continue to live for as long as you like, doing great things for the industry we're in. For people out there who are struggling to focus on the thing you like to do, remember Andy - how he's able to excel in different things. Hopefully his story inspires you that if someone can do it, you can too! This is definitely my new favorite episode. Leave a comment or send me a DM on Instagram at @wetflyswing if you enjoyed this episode. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/330
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/316 Presented By: Reyr Gear, Jackson Hole Fly Company, LakeLady Custom Rods, Trxstle Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Victor Babbitt takes us into the Tahoe area and then over his new gig in Missouri. We talk about Carson Lake, Pyramid Lake, Walker Lake, and Tahoe Lake - how they're all connected to each other and the ocean. Find out how Tahoe fly fishing used to be back in the day and how it is different now with the people and tourism. Victor tells us why he sold the fly shop, Tahoe Fly Fishing Outfitters, and why he bought 14 acres of land by the river in Missouri. Victor also tells us about his fly fishing hero, Mel Krieger, and what it was like to sit at the same table with Lefty Kreh. Tahoe Fly Fishing Show Notes with Victor Babbitt 05:10 - In 1984, Victor moved to Tahoe 07:20 - Victor and his brother opened up Tahoe Fly Fishing Outfitters in 1994 - after 28 years, they sold the business to Brendan Burnside and John Brassfield 13:00 - After passing the fly shop, Victor had started fishing in the Missouri rivers, Craig and Cascade 15:30 - Victor tells the story of how they bought that 14 acres of land with lodge on the riverside of Missouri 21:00 - Victor's last couple of years in Tahoe, California, he felt different about the people and tourism there 26:20 - Victor talks about how you can get away from the crowd when fishing Tahoe waters 29:50 - The Truckee River was got dewatered by an extreme drought about 7 years ago but came back to how it used to be - Victor fishes them January 32:45 - He's got a PAC 1300 Outcast Boat 36:00 - Rick Hafeley was on the podcast at WFS 037 where we talked about Entomology and fly fishing 37:30 - Fishing is usually not great 2nd half of November, December, and going to January on the Truckee river - fishing gets good mid-January. We talk about the hatches in different seasons 44:45 - Victor talks about the Carson Lake, Pyramid Lake, Walker Lake, and Tahoe Lake - how they're all connected to each other and the ocean 47:14 - Victor talks about the Heenan Lake back in the days when they caught 30-inch fish 54:50 - He mentions some fly shops in Missouri - Headhunters Fly Shop, The Trout Shop, Trout Montana 58:14 - Victor was a chef when he was younger - he studied culinary and restaurant management 1:02:18 - Parachute Adams, Purple Creys, Purple Wolf are his go-to flies 1:06:24 - Mel Krieger was Victor's fly fishing hero - he did some casting lessons and shows with Mel over the years - scroll below to watch one of his casting videos 1:08:07 - Victor talks about his experience with Lefty Kreh when they used to sit at the same table and listened to his jokes Tahoe Fly Fishing Conclusion with Victor Babbitt Victor Babbitt took us into the Tahoe area. We talked about Carson Lake, Pyramid Lake, Walker Lake, and Tahoe Lake. We found out how Tahoe fly fishing used to be back in the days and how different is it there now. Victor told us why he sold the fly shop, Tahoe Fly Fishing Outfitters, and his plans for the river side land in Missouri that he just bought. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/316
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
SIMON GAWESWORTH - THE GODFATHER OF MODERN NORTH AMERICAN SPEY : FROM U.K. TO ACROSS THE POND - THE TRANSFORMATION OF THE TWO-HANDER TO MAINSTREAM FLY FISHING - IN-DEPTH ANALYSIS OF THE CASTS, SPEY TACKLE AND LINES AND EVOLUTION OF MODERN SPEY IN THE AMERICAS Simon Gawesworth is a Farbank /Rio Lines Executive that has transformed the evolution of spey in the Americas since his arrival from the U.K. He is a household name equal to any of the greats in fly fishing like Lefty Kreh and Lee Wulff. He has done more for the spey movement than anybody in the western hemisphere. His book writings, countless fly fishing articles in magazines, contribution to Hallowed Waters Journal, and most importantly his Rio Lines spey video series on YouTube has made him a common name to every spey enthusiast and aspiring D-Looper on the globe. It is our pleasure to spend time in Part I with Simon talking all things spey. Part II will dive more into the fish and destinations. #hallowedwatersjournal #hallowedwaterspodcast # trout #atlanticsalmon #steelhead #westcoaststeelhead #greatlakessteelhead #spey #speycasting #twohander #swingthefly #skagitcasting #scandicasting #singlespey #underhandcasting #speyflies #swingingflies #simongawesworth #riolines #farbank #sagerods #matthewsupinski #classicsalmonflies #intruder #englishflyfishing #scotland #scottishatlanticsalmon #abelreels #orvismission #harelinedubbin #daiichihooks #maxima #thebrowntroutatlanticsalmonnexus #topherbrowne #tomlarimer #gloomisnrx #gloomisspey #searunbrowntrout #patagonia #tierradelfuego --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/hallowedwaters/message
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/296 Presented By: Trxstle, Togens Fly Shop, Anglers Coffee, Fly Fishing Film Tour Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors John Shewey, Editor of American Fly Fishing magazine, returns today to talk about the magazine, his new book, and the history of Oregon's original flies. It's been 3 years since we last spoke with John so he gives us an update on what's been going on with the magazine, being consolidated into one. We dig into his new book - the history of Oregon flies and its creators, favorite flies including my dad's Max Canyon. Check out John's Top 9 Favorite Flies for Trout! We also talk about his other books and he gives us some tips on writing - how to write like a journalist without coming from an egocentric standpoint. Find out why it's much easier to motivate people from the East to fish West than West to East. John tells us the characteristics of articles that make it to their magazine. 9 Favorite Flies for Trout Show Notes with John Shewey 03:17 - John was on the podcast for the first time at WFS 016 04:17 - Their 3 regional magazines, Northwest Fly Fishing Southwest Fly Fishing Eastern Fly Fishing, have been consolidated to just one called, American Fly Fishing 05:14 - The founding publisher of American Fly Fishing, Steve Cole sold the magazine company to Village Press (the publisher of Pointing Dog Journal) 07:40 - John's newfound passion is hunting Chukars and watching the dogs work 08:51 - Frank Moore passes away at 98.. A fly fish legend. He will surely be remembered - Frank was on the podcast at WFS 046 10:37 - We talked about another legend by the name of Lefty Kreh - how he was a genuine person and really passionate about what he did 15:30 - AFF issues 6 magazines per year 16:43 - John explains why it's a lot easier to convince people from the East to fish West than West to East 28:32 - They typically publish 36 feature-length articles per year 30:08 - Get the latest updates on AFF by subscribing here 31:00 - John's latest book is called, Favorite Flies for Oregon: 50 Essential Patterns from Local Experts - he gives an overview 32:07 - Randall Kaufmann is the best Oregon fly originator as John describes 33:54 - Dave McNeese was on the podcast at WFS 155 34:30 - Ken Morrish was on the podcast at WFS 181 34:44 - The Beetle Bug Coachman is one the great all-time dry flies 35:02 - Garrett Lesko was on the podcast at WFS 236 35:53 - John recently wrote a book about Hummingbirds - it's called The Hummingbird Handbook: Everything You Need to Know About These Fascinating Birds 38:03 - If Randall is not the best-known fly tier of all-time in Oregon, it's probably Polly Rosborough - Polly wrote a book called, Tying and Fishing the Fuzzy Nymphs 38:39 - One of John's favorite Polly fly is the Little Yellowstone Fly with the red butt 39:36 - Brian Silvey was on the podcast at WFS 148 - Brian ties beautiful flies - he's got an original fly called the Silvinator 40:23 - John tells us a little more about Polly 44:27 - The Morrish Mayday pattern is listed in John's book Photo courtesy of Caddis Fly Shop 45:21 - The Umpqua Special 45:33 - The Spruce Fly dates back to the early part of the 20th century - John tells us its history 46:59 - The Beetle Bug Coachman history 53:38 - John started commercial fly tying when he was in high school and he sold his first magazine article when he was a freshman in college 58:23 - Catching steelhead on flies, as history says, began in 1849 59:32 - John S. Ben, a famous fly angler from San Francisco, pioneered steelhead fly fishing on the Eel River in Northern California 1:00:20 - John has written about 20 books in total - see the list of his books here 1:02:11 - One of John's favorite steelhead patterns is the Golden Demon 9 Favorite Flies for Trout Conclusion with guest John and I talked about the magazine, his new book, and the history of Oregon original flies. We found out that their magazine has been consolidated into one - from 3 regional magazines to just American Fly Fishing. We talked about his other books and John gave us some writing tips if we want to write for the readers. We discovered 9 of his favorite flies that are also listed in his book. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/296
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/292 Presented By: Fly Fishing Film Tour, Dette Flies, Stonefly Nets, Anglers Coffee Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Chuck Furimsky, founder of The Fly Fishing Show shares the story of how he got started organizing the shows and became the largest fly fishing show in the world. He shares some stories of his experiences with a few of the biggest names in fly fishing and the problems he encountered while preparing the shows and what they did to solve them. Chuck gives his thoughts on his son Ben taking over his role. He mentions some of the best fly shops in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Find out the fly fishing shows we can attend this year! Fly Fishing Show Show Notes with Chuck Furimsky 03:16 - Chuck's son, Ben was on the podcast at WFS 061 05:00 - Chuck took a fly fishing course at Pennsylvania State College taught by George Harvey 08:06 - The Michigan Fly Fishing Club was the first to do fly fishing shows in Michigan - they're used to be called FFF (Federation of Fly Fishing) 11:30 - Ed Rice was the founder of International Sportsmen's Exposition - the show was established at the San Mateo County Fairgrounds in the late 1970s - Click here to read more 15:08 - Tom Brady of the Patriots used to empty Chuck's fishing show in the afternoon - people on the show would go to their hotel rooms in the afternoon to watch Brady play 17:42 - The pandemic started the weekend after the last show they did in 2020 24:13 - The Denver convention center where the fly fishing show was held for 15 years was foreclosed by the bank since they couldn't pay the mortgage because of the pandemic - this led the fly fishing show to change venue 30:16 - Chuck met Gary Border and Gary LaFontaine and became friends with them 30:37 - Chuck tells the story of Gary LaFontaine's smart dog, Chester who serves as an indicator when Gary fishes 32:10 - The first show Chuck did was at 7th Springs - George Harvey was there, and also Lefty Kreh 34:22 - Chuck talks about Joan Wulff 35:20 - Wendy Gun, Sara Gardener 39:02 - Chuck and Tim Cammisa are good friends - Tim Cammisa was recently on the podcast at WFS 285 40:46 - Chuck is very impressed with Son Tao, a celebrity fly tyer on Instagram - Son is coming to their show in Atlanta 43:14 - Right when Chuck started doing the shows, the movie, A River Runs Through It came out 46:11 - Chuck couldn't remember the name but he was talking about a supreme court judge who was a fly fisherman but he's probably referring to John Voelker a.k.a Robert Traver Photo courtesy of the Marquette Regional History Center 46:43 - Chuck tells the story of how he met his partner Barry Serviente 49:03 - Chuck tells the story of when Ed Rice found out about his show 57:59 - People at the fly fishing show rush to Bill Keough's booth, Hareline Dubbin 1:07:06 - Tight Lines is the biggest fly shop in New Jersey 1:08:07 - The best fly shop in Pennsylvania is TCO - they have 4 locations in PA 1:10:04 - The Bugskin Wiggler is an original pattern by Chuck - he uses leather a lot with his patterns - scroll down to watch a video of Tim Cammisa tying that pattern Fly Fishing Show Conclusion with Chuck Furimsky Chuck Furimsky, shared the story of how he got started organizing the shows and became the largest fly fishing show in the world. He shared some stories of his experiences with a few of the biggest names in fly fishing and the problems he encountered while preparing the shows and what they did to solve them. He mentioned some of the best fly shops in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. We found out what shows we can attend this year! Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/292
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/290 Presented By: Fly Fishing Film Tour, Dette Flies, Stonefly Nets, Anglers Coffee Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Harry Murray, Virginia fly fishing super guru is here to take us to Shenandoah for some brook trout fishing. Harry shares his 4 secrets casts to achieve a drag-free dry fly drift. We learn how to read the water, the parts of the pool, and where we can find the fish by understanding their behavior. Discover Harry's Top 5 Flies for Brook Trout, his 3 rules to not get bitten by poisonous snakes, and the hatch season for each fly. We also find out how Harry became friends with some of the legends in the fly fishing industry. Brook Trout Fly Fishing Show Notes with Harry Murray 4:42 - Harry graduated from college in pharmacy school in 1962 - he bought a pharmacy in Edinburgh VA then opened a fly shop there and started tying flies 5:43 - Harry became friends with Harry Wilson, owner of Scott Fly Rods 6:18 - Harry has written 17 books about bass, smallmouth, and trout 7:05 - The trout fishing for the wild brook trout start in the mountain stream in Virginia, Shenandoah National Park 7:31 - Harry's book, Trout Fishing in the Shenandoah National Park lists all of the streams in the park and how to find them 7:43 - His book, Virginia Blue Ribbon Streams is about bass and trout streams in Virginia 8:16 - Harry has been running a fly shop for 50 years and he describes what it's like 9:45 - Harry has a podcast - click here to check it out 11:41 - The Quill Gordon hatch starts at mid-March, Blue Quill at later march, March Brown, Gray Fox, and Light Cahill at early April, Sulphur at mid-May 14:23 - Harry taught the advanced class at Lord Fairfax Community College for about 15 years - Harry shares some memorable stories he's had with his students 16:00 - Click here to shop for flies at Murray's Fly Shop 22:51 - The Puddle Cast was invented by Vince Marinaro to achieve a drag-free dry fly drift to fool the fish - Vince is one of Harry's heroes 25:03 - Harry describes how he teaches his class starting with a slide show on how to read the water 28:13 - There are 2 possible feeding stations for the fish - the lip of the pool and the corner of the pool - Harry tells us where we can find them (you can see the illustration in his book) 40:15 - Water level determines how good the fishing is - good rain makes good water level in Virginia 46:17 - Three things to remember to not get bitten by poisonous snakes 1. Don't walk through grass that you can't see where you put your feet on 2. If you're climbing up boulders, never reach up and put your hand on a boulder to pull yourself up until there are people above there who tell you it's self 3. When there's a down timber or a log, don't step across it until you peck it with your wading stick from a far side 49:12 - Harry recommends using the Appalachian Trail Map if you want to do a hiking trip in VA 51:39 - Terrestrials are Harry's go-to flies for brook trout 53:49 - The Lazy S-Cast explained 57:28 - 6 1/2 and 7 1/2 is the ideal length of the rod to achieve that drag-free drift 1:00:07 - Harry ties some Royal Wulff flies if he has to - he mentions some fly patterns that he likes 1:03:34 - For the leader, he uses a compound knotted tapered leader, 6 to 7 and a half feet - hand tied 1:05:08 - The Flip Cast explained 1:06:59 - The Pop Strike Cast explained - setting the hook and releasing the trout instantly 1:09:07 - Charley Waterman is one of Harry's biggest influences 1:09:22 - Dave Whitlock designed Harry's logo - Dave was on the podcast at WFS 160 1:09:38 - Ed Shenk is also Harry's friend 1:09:45 - Lefty Kreh wrote an introduction to one of Harry's books and took some photos for his book 1:10:50 - In the Ring of the Rise by Vince Marinaro 1:11:08 - Vince's first book is called A Modern Dry-Fly Code 1:13:00 - March, April, and May is when Harry takes the boys to the streams for actual fishing Brook Trout Fly Fishing Conclusion with Harry Murray Harry Murray, Virginia fly fishing super guru took us to Shenandoah for some brook trout fishing. Harry shared his 4 secrets casts to achieve a drag-free dry fly drift. We learned how to read the water, the parts of the pool, and where we can find the fish by understanding their behavior. We discovered Harry's Top 5 Flies for Brook Trout, his 3 rules for poisonous snakes, and the hatch season for each fly. We also found out how Harry became friends with some of the legends in the fly fishing industry. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/290
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/282 Presented By: Stonefly Nets, Fly Fishing Film Tours, Dette Flies, Anglers Coffee Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Kerry Burkheimer is here to share the story of how he built one of the most respected custom fly rods companies in the country. Kerry takes us back to some of the influential mentors he had along the way that helped him to develop some of his first prototypes. We also hear about how the Spey rod came to be with his connection to the Deschutes River. Kerry explains the "pre-load concept" - how he makes the whole rod work and the so-called "Burky feel" for fly rods! This one is a little history and a lot of soul so you better take a break for a quick listen! Custom Fly Rods Show Notes with Kerry Burkheimer 10:19 - Lamiglas rods came from Grizzly Washington 12:34 - Kerry met Russ Peak, an amazing rod maker 18:37 - The Burky feel for rods 24:45 - The pre-load concept explained 31:56 - George Cook was on the podcast at WFS 179 33:03 - Kerry met Mike Maxwell from Golden West 34:33 - Kerry decides to build a two-handed fly rod 39:00 - The 7 or the 8 weight are the most popular Burkheimer rods 53:10 - Tom Morgan was on the podcast at WFS 161 56:56 - CFBFlyRods.com is where you can find a Burkheimer rod dealer near you 59:07 - Kerry used to be a musician 1:00:51 - Kerry shares what he thinks about Lefty Kreh 1:03:33 - Kerry was on the Anchored Podcast with April Vokey Custom Fly Rods Conclusion with Kerry Burkheimer We heard about the story of CF Burkheimer fly rods - how Kerry built his company focused around custom fly rods. Kerry took us back to some of the huge mentors he had along the way that helped him develop his first rod. Kerry explained the "pre-load concept" - how he makes the whole rod work and the so-called "Burky feel" for fly rods! Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/282
Our destination is De Pere, Wisconsin, and the Menominee River with Tim Landwehr of Tight Lines Fly Fishing Co. In case you didn't know, the warm water game is exploding, and the Menominee River in Northern Wisconsin may just be the best smallmouth bass fishery you've never heard of. Unless of course, you're from Wisconsin, where it's pretty much legendary. Tim and his crew have pioneered western-style, drift boat fly-fishing turning a relatively unknown wilderness river into a top Smallmouth destination. Tim shares some great stories of fishing with the likes of Lefty Kreh and Dave Whitlock, the evolution of the smallmouth game, and his fight to save the Menominee from a highly toxic sulfide mine. Tim has been featured on ESPN Outdoors, OLN, Outdoor adventures, and even a Meateaters Das Boat episode. He's a frequent speaker at clubs and events and has hosted the Midwest Sportsman TV show. And, he's the Co-Author of the best-selling book called, Smallmouth: Modern Fly Fishing Methods, Tactics, and Techniques. With Host, Steve Haigh About Tim Landwehr Tim's top pictures of the Menominee River: @DestinationAnglerPodcast on Instagram and Facebook Tight Lines Fly Fishing Co: https://tightlinesflyshop.com/ Follow Tim and TightLines: Instagram @TightLinesFlyFishingCowi | Facebook @tightlinesflyshop Join the Coalition to save the Menominee river Order Tim's Book: Smallmouth: Modern Fly Fishing Methods, Tactics, and Techniques. Our Sponsors: JP Ross Fly Rods & Company - specializing in small stream rods: https://www.jprossflyrods.com/ Facebook @jprossandcompany Instagram @jprossflyrods. Use Happyfish for $50 off any rod purchase. Destination Angler: The Destination Angler Website and Show Notes: http://destinationangler.libsyn.com/ Get updates and pictures of destinations covered on each podcast: @DestinationAnglerPodcast on Instagram and Facebook Join in the conversation with the @DestinationAnglerConnection group on Facebook: Comments & Suggestions: host, Steve Haigh, email shaigh50@gmail.com Available on Apple, Spotify, or where ever you get your podcasts Recorded Dec 1, 2021. Episode 54. Music on the show by A Brother's Fountain, “Hitch Hike-Man”. Podcast edited by Podcast Volume https://www.podcastvolume.com/
On this weeks episode, we welcome another incredible New Jersey angler to sit down and chat with us, Erik Cohen! Erik has traveled all over the United States to fish and has some incredible stories to tell. Erik also enjoys a good ole traditional wreck trip for jumbo sea bass and dives into some tips and tricks to help new and accomplished anglers alike. Erik runs the Walker Cay Chronicles Official Fan Page on Facebook where he uploads hard to find episodes from Flip Pallot and Lefty Kreh. If you're like us and are preparing your gear for the fall and winter fishing seasons and enjoy stories of catching big sea bass, tune in Sunday! Tide Chasers is a weekly podcast featuring local fishermen, charter captains, tackle shop owners and party boat captains among others. We discuss our local fisheries as well as opportunities to the north and south of our home waters of PA/NJ. If you or someone you know would like to be a guest, send us a message! Otherwise, we appreciate all the likes, shares, follows and subscribers as it helps us grow! Help us get the word out, hit that share button! Social media: Instagram: @erikcohen333 Where to find Tide Chasers on social media: Instagram: @tide_chasers Hosts: Khoa- @thatasianangler Dan- @dmancari18 www.Facebook.com/tidechaserspodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week on “Locked Up Abroad While Fishing," we: channel our inner Lefty Kreh to prove we're not drug smugglers, tell you how much drag pressure you need to reel in a pipe bomb, ask you to help Phil Taylor I.D. the only fish he's ever caught, and partake in a shady Mexican spinnerbait deal. Connect with Joe and MeatEater Joe on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/233 Sponsor: Koffler Boats: https://wetflyswing.com/koffler Ed Jaworowski is here to break down the 3 principles to perfecting your fly cast. This podcast is loaded with the step x steps to becoming a great fly caster and easy to implement changes to make this week. We hear about the analogy between a golf swing and a fly cast and why the critical angle is a major piece to the puzzle. Ed breaks it all down today and I guarantee that your cast will be improved after this one. Show Notes with Ed Jaworowski - I noted the Tim Rawlins episode #27 where Tim cover spey casting tips. - Rick Pope was on the podcast in episode #157 and is the founder of TFO. - Steve Javie was one of the best NBA referees for years and is Ed's cousin. Javie changed their last name from Jaworowski. Here's Javie wired: - We Talking about Practice with Allen Iverson - The paint brush analogy from Lefty Kreh is about acceleration. Here's one of Lefty's books on casting. - Jake Jordan created a way to land marlin using a strategy similar to the 180 degree principle that Ed talks about. - Joan Wulff was on the podcast in episode 100 and talked about he double haul and even gave me some relationship tips towards the end! - Hugh Falkus worked with Ed out of europe on spey - The Cast was Ed's first book - Judith Snell from Stackpole publishing - The Complete Cast DVD with Lefty and Ed on TFO web -Ed Jaworowsk on getting a tight loop Conclusion on Perfecting the Fly Cast We discover the 3 principles to improve your fly cast today and why efficiency is the key to getting better at your fly casting craft. Ed shares why you should make the forward before you line is straight behind you. This is huge. The cast is one continuous speedup to a complete stop. There is no follow through in a fly cast. Ed shares a tip on a tight loop which can be accomplished through the start slow and faster and faster to a complete stop. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/233
Lefty Kreh made the 50% rule for leaders and I use it all the time. A 9ft leader is kind of standard. There is a very simple formula, the one made by Lefty. 4+2+1+2=9 4.5+6+3+1.5+3=13.5 We start with 50 and taper down to 15. We start 4ft of 50lb, 2ft of 30lb, 1ft of 25lb then double the last distance of 2ft of 15lb. Listen to me walk through it or here's a video where I explain it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q8vEd7NY53E Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Charles Leslie started guiding in Belize when he was 19 years old. He learned to fly fish from Lefty Kreh and over the past 50 years he's become a master of casting and fly presentation to permit, tarpon, bonefish and snook. Join us to learn Charlie's approach to fishing which is based on the tides, weather, migratory patterns and other conditions that ensure you have the best opportunity to land the fish of a lifetime.
Happy New Year to all our friends across the world !! Episode 25 is a cracker!! We were lucky enough to chat to Dean Butler, world renowned Marlin on fly guru, Black Bass conqueror, the Jamie Lannister of the Silver King and all round top bloke who has got a years worth of interesting stories and a lifetime of knowledge to share. Dean goes into detail about his experiences with fishing with late legend Lefty Kreh and also talks about his donation to our Bushfire Appeal Auction. in addition to all that gripping stuff, we chat about IGFA and how important an ideal like that is to the progression of the sport. Please follow our social media pages top see the flies we have on offer shortly to support our fellow Australian whop have been impacted by the recent Bushfire disaster. This is the worst natural disaster Australia has seen in history, please dig deep and please enjoy the show!!
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