Podcast appearances and mentions of Madison River

Clay and his friend Russ Eagle interview Robert DeMott, one of the greatest living Steinbeck scholars, at his fishing cabin on the Madison River, south of Bozeman, Montana. DeMott is the author of three important studies of Steinbeck's novels, the editor of the journal he kept while writing his classic, The Grapes of Wrath, and also the editor of the four-volume Library of America edition of Steinbeck's work. Russ Eagle has been enamored of Steinbeck for decades, particularly his 1945 novella Cannery Row. Dr. DeMott was incredibly generous with his time and his insights into Steinbeck. An avid fly fisherman, DeMott spends five or six weeks each summer in Montana's Madison River valley, where we met up with him. DeMott regards the Grapes of Wrath as a top-five American novel, and Cannery Row, though underappreciated, is nearly as great. Over sodas and sandwiches, we had the honor of listening to one of America's most significant literary critics. This episode was recorded on August 1, 2025.

In this solo episode, Pheonix sits down with Jackson Busch, the creative mind behind Madison River Outdoors, to talk about a game-changing new hammock design that's shaking up the world of hammock camping. Unlike traditional hammocks that rely on an underquilt for insulation, Jackson's design features an integrated air mattress system built right into the hammock itself. Pheonix dives deep with Jackson to learn how he came up with the concept, what inspired this innovation, and where he sees both the hammock and Madison River Outdoors heading in the future. Whether you're a seasoned hanger or just hammock-curious, this episode is packed with insight and excitement about what's coming next in the hammock world.

In the '90s, whirling disease hit trout populations hard in Montana, at one point leading to a 95% decline in rainbow trout in the Madison River. It sparked concern among biologists, anger in tourist towns and even played a role in a murder mystery novel. It also inspired this week's question: What's happening with whirling disease and other threats to trout?

In the '90s, whirling disease hit trout populations hard in Montana, at one point leading to a 95% decline in rainbow trout in the Madison River. It sparked concern among biologists, anger in tourist towns and even played a role in a murder mystery novel. It also inspired this week's question: What's happening with whirling disease and other threats to trout?

Alzada Roche, a graduate student in the Department of Ecology at Montana State University, discusses her time working with the Montana Conservation Corps and her research Salmon Flies in the Madison River. 

Enjoy a nordic ski adventure along Refuge Point Trail on the banks of the Madison River near Yellowstone National Park. Follow blue diamond markers through stands of aspen, Douglas fir, and lodgepole pine, and enjoy views of the serene Quake Lake and the rugged Madison Range. In the spring and summer, this 2.5-mile loop is also a relaxing place for hiking and running. To learn more about Refuge Point Trail, hikes across the state, and Wild Montana's work protecting wild places, visit hikewildmontana.org.

Coltan Pipinich, a graduate student in the Department of Ecology at Montana State University, discusses his time growing up in Montana, working for Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, and his research on brown trout.

Jim Slattery is the mastermind behind the iconic Stimulator fly. Learn about his journey from the Catskills to the banks of the Madison River, his expertise in traditional fly tying, and his role in conservation. Don't miss this chance to hear from one of the most influential figures in fly fishing and discover the secrets behind his success. Tune in for an inspiring and educational conversation!

Montana's Attorney General asks the state Supreme Court to take over a case about who can sign issue ballot petitions, a fishing closure is in effect on a stretch of the Madison River in southwest Montana and RiverStone Health in Billings is offering free lead testing for children. Hear about that and more on today's Worm.

In this episode we WadeOutThere with Alice Owsley, from West Yellowstone, Montana.  Growing up in Ohio, Alice learned to fly fish the same year she learned how to ski.   She moved out west at the age of twenty two after falling in love with the mountains of Wyoming and became a ski instructor and a guide who was always focussed on saying yes to opportunities to teach and grow.  Now, Alice is a fly fishing guide and outfitter in Yellowstone National Park and on the Madison River.  We discuss techniques Alice has picked up for teaching newcomers to fly fishing, deciding where and how to fish in Yellowstone, and sight fishing tactics for trout above and below the surface. To learn more about Alice and the topics we discussed in this episode, or to schedule a guided trip, check out the following link:Riversideanglers.comNewsletter Sign-UpView Jason's ArtworkThanks for listening.VR- Jason

“We can all share about small talk, the surface type of conversations, but big talk is where we dig deep into our souls and discuss intriguing topics that shape our world and impact our daily lives.” Jan JanuraYou will enjoy my guest, Jan Janura, as he enlightens and inspires us both with his humor and his amazing insight on this very topic, in his new book, “Turning Small Talk into Big Talk”. In today's episode Jan shares:How to transition from transactional types of conversations to more meaningful conversations.How to create a memorable dinner experience with conversation.Understanding the power of the question.How to develop your listening skills.Understanding the rhythm and flow of conversation.How to plan ahead, know your audience, and make it fun.Jan also hosts events for men called The Wild Adventure at his Smiling Moose Ranch in Montana.  He leads them in open discussion about life's big questions, and they relish the scenic views surrounding his ranch and spend their free time fly-fishing on the Madison River.   I highly recommend Jan's book.  He has received numerous awards including National Best Seller's Award from Publishers Weekly. Connect with Jan:Turning Small Talk into Big Talk – www.jansbooks.comThe Wild Adventure – www.twa.us CONNECT WITH DEBIDo you feel stuck?  Do you sense it's time for a change but unsure where to start or how to move forward?  Schedule a clarity call!Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/debironca/free-clarity-callWebsite – www.debironca.comEmail – info@debironca.comCheck out my online course!                                                                                          “Your Story's Changing, finding Purpose in Life's Transitions”https://course.sequoiatransitioncoaching.com/8-week-programAre you experiencing the symptoms of transition? Take a free assessment!https://assessment.sequoiatransitioncoaching.com/free-quizThe Family Letter by Debi Ronca – International Best Sellerhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SSJFXBD

Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/506 Presented By: Bearvault, Chota Outdoor Gear, Angler's Coffee, Stonefly Nets  Alice Owsley of Riverside Anglers is our Madison River Fly Fishing guru today, and she's reeling in a boatload of wisdom. We unlock the secrets of Montana's most fished river, share tips for DIY angling adventures, and the different hatches out there. Hold on to your waders because it's time to ride the current of knowledge down the Madison River. Madison River Fly Fishing Show Notes with Alice Owsley 03:00 - Alice initially aimed to become a forest entomologist and was fly fishing for fun on the side. After a summer job in Oregon and a week-long journey across Montana, her experience at the Federation of Fly Fishers Conclave in Livingston sparked her interest in the fly fishing industry. 04:20 - Alice also connected with the International Women Fly Fishers and met some amazing women. Although she completed her major in Forestry, she really had her sight set on moving west at some point and being in the fishing industry. The Madison River 09:00 - According to Alice, the Madison River is the most fished river in Montana. She shared valuable tips for those interested in DIY fishing in that region: A. Do a little scouting. B. Step back and don't be in a huge hurry. C. Wait and see what's going on. D. Make a plan. E. Be safe like you would be in any new water. 17:40 - We delve into what sets the Madison River apart as the busiest river in all of Montana, comparing it to other renowned waters like the Big Hole, the Bighorn, Beaver, and more. 18:20 - Madison River is well-known because of its consistent water temperature maintained by the Hebgen Dam. 21:20 - We also touched upon the Montana Stream Access Law. 23:30 - In some of our earlier episodes, we talked to Kelly Galloup about streamer fishing and also about dry flies. Alice shared her expertise on the various techniques she uses throughout the year when guiding. 25:54 - Alice incorporates wet flies into her guiding program, but we also delve into the reasons some fishing guides might not include wet flies in their programs. 30:00 - We're headed back to Ohio this year with Jeff Liskay and Rick Kustich for our Steelhead Alley trip. So, I asked Alice where she steelhead fishes when in Ohio. 40:00 - We talked about resources for learning about hatches in specific waters. Alice mentioned several options, such as hatch charts available in other anglers' fishing reports, classes offered at local fly shops, and Dave Whitlock's book on trout foods. 44:50 - The Madison River officially starts at the Madison Junction, which is 14 miles from West Yellowstone in Yellowstone National Park, and it is the confluence of the Firehole and Gibbon Rivers. Riverside Anglers 46:56 - Alice guides both wade and float trips on the Madison River, as well as wade trips in Yellowstone National Park. In addition to that, she teaches at a women's fly fishing school in June and serves as an instructor at the Anglers Academy. 54:00 - Alice uses the Loon Outdoors Camo Drops Split Shot. Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/506    

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/492 Presented By: Smitty's Fly Box  Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Today, Steve Smith, creator of Smitty's Fly Box, takes us through the journey of crafting one of the finest fly-tying boxes in the world. Steve recalls his childhood, a time when he had all-access to Indiana basketball in the 80s when his father was the assistant coach alongside the iconic coach Bobby Knight. From his family's relocation to Logan, Utah to establishing a fly shop and subsequent sourcing of fly-tying materials, Steve's story is as interesting as the flies he ties. He gives an insider look into his fly-tying companies, Round Rocks and Smitty's Fly Box. He also talks about his experiences teaching fly fishing at Utah State University, painting a vivid picture of his dynamic journey.   Show Notes with Steve Smith on Smitty's Fly Box (02:00) Fly Fishing and Round Rocks - Steve got into fly fishing with his dad and grandpa when he was a kid, and his earliest memories of fishing for bluegill in Indiana. He shares his experience with the legendary basketball coach Bobby Knight when his dad was an assistant coach for Knight's championship team in 1987. Steve talks about what it was like to be around Indiana basketball in the 80s, and the big players on the team. He shares the story behind the founding of Round Rocks. (09:09) From Basketball to Fishing - Steve's passion for fly fishing was sparked by his dad and grandpa taking him fishing for bluegill when he was a kid. His dad then moved the family to Logan, Utah, and started a fly shop there. Steve and his dad made contact with a fly-tying factory in China and got a deal with Sportsman's Warehouse, a chain of 130 stores nationwide. They transitioned from the factory in China to the factory in Thailand and Steve stays connected with the people there. Steve also teaches fly fishing classes at Utah State University and has a new venture, Smitty's Fly Box. (20:57) Bobby Knight, Fly Fishing Influences - Steve's father was a basketball coach at a small school, West Side High School in Dayton, Idaho. Bobby Knight was hosting coaching clinics in the area and asked Steve's dad to take him fly fishing. Steve's dad obliged, drawing Bobby Knight a map of the area and taking him to the Madison River to fish. A few years later, when Bobby Knight won the NCAA National Championship in 1981, he called Steve's dad and asked him to be his assistant coach. They packed up and moved to Indiana, and Steve was six at the time. We also discuss Isaiah Thomas, one of the greatest point guards of all time, and how his time with Bobby Knight shaped him into a hard-nosed ball player. (32:33) - Fly Tying and Materials Discussion - We discuss the beginner and intermediate fly-tying boxes, the patterns they contain, and the materials we use. We explore the story of Whiting Farms, run by Tom Whiting, and how he has revolutionized hackle for dry flies. We also touch on our plans to transition and spread the word about our Round Rocks and Smitty's fly boxes. (45:49) - Exploring Rivers and Fly Tying - Steve's father plays an important role in his fly-fishing journey and his teaching. We discuss Steve's home water, the Logan River, and how it connects to Salt Lake. We also talk about the number of flies the company produces each year, which is in the millions. Lastly, we look at the evolution of fly fishing and how Steve's father is open to new ideas and techniques. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/492

Record setting high temperatures and gusty winds created a dramatic increase in fire activity in western Montana Tuesday. However, much of the increased activity was inside containment lines of existing fires. High water temperatures prompted Montana wildlife officials to implement hoot-owl restrictions on the lower Madison River starting Aug. 16.

Record setting high temperatures and gusty winds created a dramatic increase in fire activity in western Montana Tuesday. However, much of the increased activity was inside containment lines of existing fires. High water temperatures prompted Montana wildlife officials to implement hoot-owl restrictions on the lower Madison River starting Aug. 16.

I first heard of Johnnie McClure when I announced our 2023 member's trip to Montana. I'd committed to dates that aligned with our filming of Kelly Galloup's Masterclass for Anchored Outdoors (which I hope most of you are already members of). As word spread through our community, so too did the request that I get Johnnie on the show. Thankfully, I was able to steal an hour with Johnnie once we were off the water.   Though Johnnie has fly fished since he was a kid, it wasn't until 2003 that he began working at the Slide Inn in Montana. He's since become a guest favourite and is in regular demand for anglers both new and old. In this episode of Anchored, we discuss how he landed in Montana, the ins and outs of fishing the Madison, streamer fishing, colour changes and more. While on the subject of streamers, we've just launched our latest class with Kevin Feenstra and it's one you won't want to miss. In this 54 chapter class, you'll learn when, where and how to fish baitfish, as well as how to tie them. If you're ever lost looking in your streamer box, this class will help give you the confidence and knowledge to decide which fly to tie on. More importantly, you'll learn how to fish it. Not all streamers are created equal, and many are designed with different presentation tactics in mind. Use code EarlyBird40 for a hefty 40% discount and mega early bird bonuses, including a free one year membership, which is packed with value, and access to both Kevin's Baitfish and Mia and Marty Sheppard's Winter Steelhead classes for life. The coupon is set to expire at the end of the week, so don't miss out. Visit https://courses.anchoredoutdoors.com/courses/kevin-feenstra-on-baitfish to unlock the class and its perks now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So, who is Montana's secret admirer? This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast Downrigger Dale decided to find out. I guess you could say he was “shocked” when he found out just who it was. As Rigger put it, “I really was shocked, pardon the pun, to find out that such a big company would do something like that! Not because they had to but just because they wanted to. Mainly  they just see it as the right thing to do. I suppose you are still scratching your head and wondering, who the heck are we talking about? Well odds are that many of you in Montana do business with them every month. Downrigger spent time with Kim McMahon and Andy Welch on the podcast and they talked about the Missouri-Madison River Fund, which is officially described as a “grant program that is implemented through the Missouri-Madison Comprehensive Recreation Plan. It addresses the ongoing needs for public recreation in the Missouri-Madison Project Area”. Created as a public-private partnership among local government, state and federal agencies, Project 2188 Hydroelectric Project, River Fund grants and our secret admirer's matching funds are awarded annually for qualifying projects. Now, when we say “secret” we are stretching the truth a bit, as actually it is not a secret. It is just that we, and likely most everyone else has no idea that this corporation has been doing all this wonderful stuff! Still not sure who we are talking about? Well, listen to this week's Montana Outdoor Podcast! This Podcast is packed full of all kinds of great information. In fact, in addition to talking about all the great things this wonderful company is doing that benefits areas all along the Missouri and Madison Rivers from West Yellowstone to Fort Benton and even beyond, Downrigger and his guests also talk about the company's involvement high up into the Beartooth Mountains and even down the Clark Fork River in Thompson Falls! Ok now, no cheating! AFTER you listen to the podcast then you can do the following: If you would like to Learn more about the Missouri-Madison Project, click here. To send questions or comments to our guests; click here to send an email to Kim McMahon and click here to send an email to Andy Welch. If you would like to see a listing of all the projects that they and the company have been working on since 2007 click here. This is a VERY impressive list! How many of those places listed there have you been to? Remember NO SPOILER ALERTS by telling your friends who the secret admirer is! Just share  this link on your social media pages and send it to your pals!Remember to tune in to our live radio show, The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, every Saturday morning from 6:00AM to 8:00AM. The show airs on 30 radio stations all across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/429 Presented By: Yellowstone Teton Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Larry Larsen from Snake River Fly is here to break out some good stuff. We got a little inside look into a really cool tailwater fishery that is not quite as well known as the section upstream. He's got some really amazing fly-tying materials that we talked about and what I call a cult following around fly-tying, material, and just some amazing fishing. We also talk about their YouTube channel and what they have going at the fly shop. Time to experience the road less traveled. Let's jump into the Basalt Canyon of the Snake River and find if bass, carp, or big giant trout are the biggest traction. Here we go... Show Notes with Larry Larsen 07:30 - We just had Jon Stiehl from Trout Hunter recently in episode 3 of our Traveled Series. 11:50 - The Mayor of the town of American Falls, also a fly fisherman, pushed for catch and release, artificial only season. 15:50 - Larry tells the story of how the fly shop came to be. 21:55 - We talk about where they find steelhead from where they are. 34:30 - We talk about how they get ready for the smallmouth season. 39:00 - We talk about what they use for boats. 40:30 - As far as tailwaters, Larry considers the Madison River the best. 49:00 - Larry recommends a 6 or 7 wt fly rod for smallmouth. 54:45 - We dig into carp fishing with Brendan Morrison. 59:10 - Tip: When fishing for carp, do not blind cast. Observe the water and watch where they rise. 1:01:00 - They have a YouTube channel, Snake River Fly. Check them out right now! Brandon mentioned the video they just did, the Baby JJ. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/429

Fly fishing the Yellowstone River late in the fall is a risk. If the weather suddenly turns right before your fly fishing trip, the roads in the Park may close. Or perhaps if the weather has been too balmy, the trout may not be rising. And since the main hatches and the hoppers have been … Continue reading "Episode 262: Three Magical Days Fly Fishing the Yellowstone River" The post Episode 262: Three Magical Days Fly Fishing the Yellowstone River appeared first on 2 Guys and A River.

Pickle Ball is not in our future. We continue to fly fish for a variety of reasons, including the sheer delight of spending a few hours on the river trying to convince trout that what we’re presenting is real. This is our first episode in a while, and we’re excited to back in the publishing … Continue reading "Episode 261: Why We Continue to Fly Fish" The post Episode 261: Why We Continue to Fly Fish appeared first on 2 Guys and A River.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/416  Presented By: Range Meal Bars, Yellowstone Teton, Trxstle, Stonefly Nets Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors  Dave Blackburn takes us on a journey through the Kootenai River in Montana. Discover the rich history of Kootenai, learn the secrets of when to fish for the best catch, and explore the various fishing techniques you can use there. Dave also shares some hilarious anecdotes, such as teaching Hollywood star Richard Dreyfuss how to cast on the set of Always. Find out how you can book a guided trip with him. And don't miss out on the grand finale where Dave delivers a fantastic banjo performance to complete our Kootenai experience. Kootenai River Show Notes with Dave Blackburn 5:24 - Dave tells the story of how he got into fly fishing. His teacher in the sixth grade taught fly tying classes. He started tying flies at age nine. 6:10 - He went to West Virginia University and participated in a placement program for foresters.  He was inspired to work in the Bighorn National Forest after seeing the movie Jeremiah Johnson, which depicted the Rocky Mountains. 6:40 - Dave was a backcountry ranger in the Cloud Peak primitive area and met his wife there. They visited his wife's family in Libby, Montana, where he discovered the Kootenai River. 7:54 - He talks about the first time he went fly fishing for native rainbows in the Kootenai River. He used a Mustad 94833. 10:23 - He describes the Kootenai River. He also talks about the impoundment of Libby Dam in 1974, which created a 90-mile lake and became home to various species of fish, including Kokanee salmon, rainbows, and cutthroats. 13:38 - I ask him about the best months to fish at the Kootenai River. He talks about the flows of the river mimicking a natural hydrograph due to the endangered status of the white sturgeon. 15:18 - He met with the technical management team along with the Fish, Wildlife & Parks and agreed to stop power peaking to prevent the sturgeon from becoming endangered. 16:15 - The green drakes have come back since the power peaking stopped. Green drakes can be seen around the second or third week of July. 17:46 - Dave shares a brief history of Kootenai and what the area is known for. The name Kootenai originated from French trappers to refer to the deer robes that the Kootenay Indians would tan. 19:34 - Libby is home to a historical museum. There is also the Cabinet Mountain Wilderness which is a grizzly bear habitat. 21:15 - He talks about the seasonal progression of hatches on the river. They have this thing they call a happy hour hatch. 22:58 - He discusses the various ways of fishing on the river, including float fishing, walk-wading, swing, and Euro nymphing. Dry fly fishing is the most popular way to fish at Kootenai River. 26:53 - He talks about fish size at Kootenai River. He mentions the 29-pound rainbow caught at the Kootenai River. 30:24 - The films River Wild and The Revenant were shot in Kootenai falls. 30:43 - He met Steven Spielberg when the film Always was shot in the Kootenai National Forest and around Libby in the 1980s. He had an opportunity to teach Richard Dreyfuss how to cast on the set and also had lunch with Holly Hunter and Dreyfuss. 33:03 - He talks about their 30-inch club and the incidental catches on bull trout. The biggest bull trout they've ever taken was about 41-inch bull trout, probably about 25 pounds. 35:31 - He discusses native fish management. The Redband rainbows currently do not have Endangered Species Act (ESA) protection, unlike the bull trout and white sturgeon. 38:22 - He talks about fishing trips at Kootenai. He says that a 3-day trip would be ideal when visiting Kootenai. Kootenai is the second largest river in the state. 42:35 - He talks about their lodging at Kootenai Angler and that time when they built their first rental cabin in '92 under $15,000. 43:25 - He shares that time when Meryl Streep wanted to stay in their cabin during their filming of The River Wild. 44:15 - Now they have a total of four cabins and an onsite restaurant that is open to the public. 45:20 - He describes what their busy summer looks like in the cabin and the drift trips they do. The floatable section of the Kootenai with the exception of the falls is 50 miles. 49:03 - Kootenai River is less famous than the Madison River or Big Horn. The traffic is unlike in other areas, and Dave thinks that is Kootenai's saving grace. 50:55 - There are a lot of places where people can camp along the river. 52:51 - He talks about the Kootenai Falls. 55:01 - Dave runs a full-service package for those who plan to visit Kootenai. 56:02 - He talks about the possibility of hooking big-sized rainbows. Streamer fishing is the most effective way to catch big rainbows. His head guide, Joe, caught a 32-inch rainbow on a hopper dropper rig. 58:04 - Jeff Currier was up in Kootenai fishing with him a while back. They used the SA stillwater line. Jeff caught a 9-pound rainbow using a Scientific Angler Stillwater camo. We had him in our first Traveled series episode. 58:50 - He applied Jeff's technique when he went to Iceland.   1:00:15 - They provide gear and flies in their guided trips. He's a Winston Pro Staff, so he carries Winston rods in the boat. For those who want to use their own gear, he gives tips on what gear to bring. 1:01:52 - They also offer last-minute guided trips. 1:02:31 - Their peak season is from August to early September. 1:04:38 - He talks about what the Fish, Wildlife & Parks' bull trout regulations. 1:07:47 - I mention our previous episode with Derek Bird of Fly Fusion Magazine. 1:09:06 - Dave mentions the possibility of catching a Westslope cutthroat trout. 1:11:07 - It's time for the two-minute drill. I ask Dave for some online resources where people could dig in more about Kootenai. Dave recommends the Libby Heritage Museum and the Libby Chamber of Commerce. 1:11:31 - He also recommends Sources of the River for those who want to dig deeper into history. 1:11:47 - Dave was a regional director of Montana Trout Unlimited and the Fishing Outfitters Association of Montana. 1:12:29 - He tells us about that time when he took American author John Gierach up on the Elk River in the late ‘80s. He also went fishing again with John two years ago in the Kootenai. 1:13:50 - He talks about the Sheldon Mountain Boys and gives us a fantastic banjo performance to cap off today's podcast. 1:14:20 - I mention our episode with Brandon Molzahn who also plays the banjo. 1:16:40 - He also plays with the band called Boulder Creek. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/416 

With approximately 6,000 remaining non-domesticated buffalo relations, a severe tragedy occurred on December 29th, 2022, when a semi-truck, on HWY 191 in West Yellowstone, Montana, took the lives of 13 bison and yearlings. Despite the legal speed limit on HWY 191, the semi-truck was traveling too fast to stop in time before colliding into the buffalo family. For years, Montana has refused to lower the speed limit in accordance with scientific recommendations and the Buffalo Field Campaign, Native American nations and allies are calling for the construction of ecological corridors over the highway as a remedy to prevent future accidents and the taking of animal relations lives. Had there been an ecological corridor over the highway near the Madison River crossing to Horse Butte, Montana, - a popular migratory pattern of the buffalo – the accident could have been prevented. In addition to this recent tragedy, hunters throughout the state of Montana in the past have escalated the taking of non-domesticated buffalo relations lives. In other words, more buffalo relations lives were taken in 2022 than in 2021. Guest: Our guest, Tom Woodbury, Communications Director of the Buffalo Field Campaign joins us for the hour in this two-part interview and provides listeners with update on the work of the Buffalo Field Campaign, the recent tragedy, the call to action of for creating an ecological corridor over HWY 191, the Buffalo Treaty between Native American nations, and more. Archived programs can be heard on Soundcloud at: https://soundcloud.com/burntswamp American Indian Airwaves streams on over ten podcasting platforms such as Amazon Music, Apple Podcast, Audible, Backtracks.fm, Gaana, Google Podcast, Fyyd, iHeart Media, Player.fm, Podbay.fm, Podcast Republic, SoundCloud, Spotify, Stitcher, Tunein, YouTube, and more. American Indian Airwaves is a volunteer collective and public affairs Native American public affairs program that broadcast weekly on KPFK FM 90.7 Los Angeles, CA from 7:00pm to 8:00pm.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/367 Presented By: Country Financial, Angler's Coffee, Jackson Hole Fly Company, Zoe Angling Group Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Gunner Brammer goes deep on streamers as we dig into some of his YouTube videos with loads of tips on developing techniques for tying streamer flies. Gunnar tells the story of how he started working in Kelly Galloup's fly shop and how Kelly became one of his biggest mentors in fly fishing and fly tying. Find out how Gunnar accumulated thousands of hours in fly tying at only 27 years old and why he's considered one of the best in the streamer game. We also hear some of his rants about people hating other people's style of fly fishing to the point of slitting their car tires. WHAT??? I know... it's too much. But sadly it happens. This is one of our most listened-to episodes so it deserves a replay today. Check it out right now! Streamer Flies Show Notes with Gunnar Brammer 06:00 - Gunnar's dad gave him a Kelly Galloup book, Modern Streamers for Trophy Trout which was the first piece of trout literature that he read. 07:55 - Kelly Galloup posted a job opening at his fly shop in Montana and Gunnar's face lit up when he saw it. He applied and got a call from Kelly. 13:30 - Gunnar talks about the video from 8 years ago fishing the Madison River 16:30 - Gunnar is a big sucker for wade fishing. He fishes the St. Louis River a lot. 18:40 - He fishes no differently for brown trout than he does for smallmouth bass - 7 wt, 250-grain, full sinking line, 3-foot leader, and big articulated flies. His biggest smallmouth caught in the St. Louis River is about 21-inch. 28:00 - We noted one of his YouTube videos, The Infinite Fly Principle 29:50 - Bob Popovics is one of Gunnar's greatest influences for fly tying. He loves the book, Fleye Design: Techniques, Insights, Patterns 33:15 - Fishes of the Great Lakes Region is also one of his favorite books 39:40 - Tip: Spin your thread, especially when tying with a bucktail 41:20 - His most viewed video on YouTube is tying a Keeled Jerk 42:20 - He's got a fly-tying series called, Tie Like a Pro. His first video is mostly about thread basics. 46:10 - Gunnar learned to tie the Keeled Jerk from Nicolas Bauer, a fly tyer from Sweden with a YouTube channel called, kanalgratisdotse - they made a series called Fly vs Jerk. 50:10 - He describes the jerk strip retrieve 57:30 - We had a streamer episode with Meat Market Flies  59:30 - He talks about the Dropper Jig Method 1:04:45 - Brammer has about 5000 streamers tied from his experimentation that are just tucked away in boxes 1:06:20 - Rapid fire round with Gunnar 1:15:45 - Gunnar's top 2 flies for smallmouth are Super Jerk and Hot Fuzz 1:16:00 - Tip: Don't play by anybody's rule except your own. Gunnar tells the story of when he wanted to fish streamers in a place where people hated it. 1:18:55 - Gary Borger was in a past episode who experienced the same thing when people thought he was ridiculous nymphing in the 70s 1:25:20 - 3 Reasons to Downsize for Musky is about learning to cast with a small fly first 1:21:00 - Gunnar uses a Rio sink 3 line 1:27:55 - Dan Johnston was on the podcast in episode 75 where we focused on single-hand fly casting Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/367

What's Montana's most loved river? The Smith? The Yellowstone? The Bitterroot?  Well, if you measure love by usage it's most likely the Madison. Given angling pressure on the river, with rafts as prolific some days as caddis flies and with trout being hooked and released multiple times, many people believe something has to change. For years now, both commercial outfitters and recreational anglers floating the river have expressed concerns that the Madison is being loved to death. There are fears that familiarity breeds descent in angler experience. On this episode Duncan Adams, outdoor reporter for the Montana Standard newspaper, talks about the tensions between user groups and the river stuck in the middle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we Wadeoutthere for Part 2 of our discussion with Daniel Bragg from Cameron Montana.  Daniel cut his teeth fly fishing as a youth in the Ozarks and later the mountains of Tennessee while attending school.  When his promising career out of college left him feeling stuck, Daniel moved to Montana and took a $10/hr job in a fly shop to pursue his true passion, fly fishing.  It wasn't too long before he was guiding the Madison River at Kelly Galloup's Slide Inn.  He's been hunting and fishing in the Big Sky State ever since.  In Part Two of our conversation we discuss how casting, entomology, reading water, presentation, and fighting fish changes with the seasons on the Madison River.To schedule a guided trip with Daniel or learn more about the Madison River visit Kelly Galloup's Slide Inn online at:https://www.slideinn.com/For more fly fishing stories, lessons learned, and artwork check out my blog and online gallery at:https://wadeoutthere.com/

In this episode we Wadeoutthere with Daniel Bragg from Cameron Montana.  Daniel cut his teeth fly fishing as a youth in the Ozarks and later the mountains of Tennessee while attending school.  When his promising career out of college left him feeling stuck, Daniel moved to Montana and took a $10/hr job in a fly shop to pursue his true passion, fly fishing.  It wasn't too long before he was guiding the Madison River at Kelly Gallup's Slide Inn.  He's been hunting and fishing in the Big Sky State ever since.  In Part One of our conversation we discuss what Daniel describes as the five skills of fly fishing and fighting big trout.To schedule a guided trip with Daniel or learn more about the Madison River visit Kelly Galloup's Slide Inn online at:https://www.slideinn.com/For more fly fishing stories, lessons learned, and artwork check out my blog and online gallery at:https://wadeoutthere.com/

Our destination is the famed Madison River in Southwest Montana with veteran outfitter, Dave Kumlien, founder of Montana Troutfitters.  Southwest Montana is chock full of world-class water and the Madison River just may be the crown jewel.  Designated a Blue-Ribbon trout stream, the Madison has it all--large trout and high fish counts, prolific hatches and incredible scenery, and of course the famous 50-mile riffle!     Dave gives us the low down on the Madison from top to bottom and provides a unique perspective from his nearly 50 years of guiding and fighting for anglers, guides, and the rivers we love.  Stories of Mother's Day Caddis “snakes”, giant fish in Hebgen Lake, the great fishing below Ennis Lake, and the real story behind Montana's stream access laws and the growth in angling pressure.   This show was recorded end of May before the historic Yellowstone floods of 2022.  With host, Steve Haigh Pictures of the Madison River and Dave's top fly picks: @DestinationAnglerPodcast on Instagram and Facebook About Dave Kumlien Montana Troutfitters:   https://www.troutfitters.com/ Facebook  @montana.troutfitters  |  Instagram @Montana_Troutfitters Here is the course for guides Dave teaches he mentioned on the show:  Guiding for the Future  https://guidingforthefuture.org/ Please check out our Sponsors: Angler's Coffee - elevating the coffee experience for the fly-fishing community & anglers everywhere with small-batch coffee delivered to your doorstep.  https://anglerscoffee.com/   | Facebook & Instagram @anglerscoffeeco     Trout Routes - 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  JP Ross Fly Rods & Company - specializing in small stream rods:   Use Happyfish for $50 off any rod purchase.  https://www.jprossflyrods.com/    | Facebook @jprossandcompany   Instagram @jprossflyrods.  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 wherever you get your podcasts Recorded May 25, 2022.  Episode 68 Music on the show by A Brother's Fountain, “Hitch Hike-Man”.    Podcast edited by Podcast Volume  https://www.podcastvolume.com/  

The Yellowstone Flood of 2022 is not yet over, and already it is the most catastrophic flooding event of the Yellowstone River in recorded history. Major flooding on the Yellowstone River and its tributaries wiped out stretches of highway in Yellowstone National Park and in Paradise Valley to the north. Three inches of rain which … Continue reading "Episode 260: Dave Kumlien on the Yellowstone Flooding and Its Effect on Fishing" The post Episode 260: Dave Kumlien on the Yellowstone Flooding and Its Effect on Fishing appeared first on 2 Guys and A River.

On this episode of The Young Guides Podcast, Keaton and Kyle chat with Josh Eaton. Josh is a Montana Native, growing up and guiding on the Madison River. Josh comes from a family of guides and has grown up in the guide culture. Josh has also played a large role in developing and releasing the mapping software and app, onWater Fly Fishing. onWater Fly Fishing: https://onwaterapp.com Our Website: https://theyoungguidespodcast.com Heather's Choice: Use our code "THEYOUNGGUIDES15" at checkout to save some dough (ha, punny) or follow our link at: lddy.no/12lzd Lucky Bug Lures: Use our code "THEYOUNGGUIDES15" at checkout to save 15% on their website at: https://luckybuglures.com Alaska Rod Co.: https://www.alaskarodco.com Northern Knits: https://www.instagram.com/northern._.knits/

In this episode we Wadeoutthere with Kelly McAlister from Saratoga, Wyoming.  Kelly was born and raised in Wyoming and learned to row as a child on her home water, the North Platte River.  Now, Kelly guides that same water, as well as the Madison River in Montana.  We discuss fly fishing on the North Platte and tactics and techniques for maneuvering a drift boat.To schedule a guided trip with Kelly visit online at:Five Star Expeditions  or The Tackle Shop Madison River Montana or Saint Peters Fly ShopTo learn more about some of the women's fly fishing retreats that Kelly is involved in visit:She's FlyFor more fly fishing stories, lessons learned, and artwork check out my blog and online gallery at:https://wadeoutthere.com/

Fish with Jared Cady - www.bigskyanglers.com. Jared talks the techniques and holding water of Brown Trout and Rainbows in storied watersheds like Idaho's Henry's Fork and the Madison River. From the size of the flies to the species of bugs, listen as Jared talks one of the best trout fisheries on planet earth.

In this episode we Wadeoutthere with Pat McGinnis from Ennis Montana.  Pat learned to fly fish in the Ozark trout streams of southern Missouri and Northern Arkansas before eventually moving to Montana where he guides on the Madison River.  We discuss expectations on a guided float trip, fighting fish from a drift boat, and the Madison River.To schedule a guided trip with Pat or learn more about the Madison River visit Madison River Fishing Company online at:https://www.mrfc.com/For more fly fishing stories, lessons learned, and artwork check out my blog and online gallery at:https://wadeoutthere.com/

Kate Williams is the CEO of 1% for the Planet, a non-profit whose 6,000+ members are integrating environmental giving into standard best business practices. She helps us imagine a world in which every operating budget includes line items to underwrite social causes as routinely as office space or equipment rental. Conjured some 20 years ago on the banks of the Madison River in Montana, the founders of Patagonia and Blue Ribbon Flies, a fly fishing company, foresaw a need for businesses to support environmental organizations far beyond simple check-the-box annual giving. Out of their vision for paying back the planet has grown a network that partners socially responsible businesses with on-the-ground resources. In this episode, Kate explains why companies of all sizes (as well as individuals) are willing to tithe 1% of their annual revenue under the umbrella of 1% for the Planet. We talk about all of the results that come from this model - mutual learning, storytelling, opportunity, and, perhaps most of all, a sustainable win-win-win proposition. There are so many learnings for nonprofits and businesses in this episode, tune in now to learn about what businesses are looking for when partnering with nonprofits and how 1% for the Planet plays matchmaker, coach, and co-dreamer to support successful cross-sector partnerships.

About a half-hour west of Bozeman, Madison Buffalo Jump State Park offers a unique combination of hiking and history. The park is perched on a bluff overlooking the Madison RIver and Tobacco Root Mountains, marking the place where numerous Indigenous tribes harvested bison by driving them off the cliffs. Interpretive displays are scattered across the park, and sharp-eyed hikers can spot ancient tipi rings on the ground. Remember, please don't touch! Winter is a great time to visit the park if you'd like it all to yourself, since the trails are usually snow-free. Photo by Alison Kreiss

About a half-hour west of Bozeman, Madison Buffalo Jump State Park offers a unique combination of hiking and history. The park is perched on a bluff overlooking the Madison RIver and Tobacco Root Mountains, marking the place where numerous Indigenous tribes harvested bison by driving them off the cliffs. Interpretive displays are scattered across the park, and sharp-eyed hikers can spot ancient tipi rings on the ground. Remember, please don't touch! Winter is a great time to visit the park if you'd like it all to yourself, since the trails are usually snow-free. Photo by Barbara Geller

This is just a fun listen about my buddy Mike nearly drowning on the Kitchen Sink Rapids on the Bear Trap Canyon and then your truly nearly doing the exact same thing 10 years later. It's always fun to hear people nearly loose their lives and I did have a rather spiritual experience when I simply gave up and waited to drown. I discuss that here. 

Fly fishing with lighter rods makes sense only if the conditions are right. In recent years, each of us has purchased a lighter rod for smaller creeks. In this episode, we relay pluses and minuses of Fly Fishing with Lighter Rods LISTEN NOW TO “FLY FISHING WITH LIGHTER RODS” Great Stuff from Our Listeners Is … Continue reading "Episode 259: Fly Fishing with Lighter Rods" The post Episode 259: Fly Fishing with Lighter Rods appeared first on 2 Guys and A River.

Our fall fly fishing trip to Montana was one of the best on record. The previous year was a bust. In fact, we wondered if we should even return to Montana in the fall, whether our honey holes and favorite rivers were only memories. In Lessons from Our Fall Fly Fishing Trip to Montana, we … Continue reading "Episode 258: Lessons from Our Fall Fly Fishing Trip to Montana" The post Episode 258: Lessons from Our Fall Fly Fishing Trip to Montana appeared first on 2 Guys and A River.

John Maclean’s Home Waters is a memoir of his father, Norman Maclean, the author of “A River Runs Through It.” In this memoir, John reflects on his growing up as the grandson and son of two characters in the novella and movie. In Home Waters, we discuss what resonated with us about John’s unique perspective … Continue reading "Episode 257: Reflections on John Maclean’s Home Waters" The post Episode 257: Reflections on John Maclean’s Home Waters appeared first on 2 Guys and A River.

The East Gallatin River flows in a northwesterly direction through the Gallatin valley in Montana, north of Bozeman. From the perspective of a drone a couple thousand feet up, the river, which is more like a large creek, might look like ribbon candy. It winds in large S curves on the Montana flatland, with almost … Continue reading "Episode 256: One Fine Day on the East Gallatin River" The post Episode 256: One Fine Day on the East Gallatin River appeared first on 2 Guys and A River.

Montana's Madison River is arguably the most famous – and at times the most visited – river in the U.S. West. With its stunning scenery and excellent fishing, a visit to the Madison River has for decades been a top priority for anglers from all over world. As Montana visitor and resident numbers continue boom, however, the State's rivers and outdoor resources are experiencing user numbers and seasonal pressure like never before. With Bozeman and Big Sky exploding with population growth, this is certainly the case with the Madison, which begs the question, “are we using and loving this river to death?” To discuss some of the challenges that the Madison is currently dealing with – including angling pressure, a continued call to regulate user numbers, angler access, and the recent debacle with the Hebgen Dam that led to the dewatering of the Upper Madison – we talk with guide, outfitter and shop-owner Joe Dilschneider – a true disciple of the Madison. Joe officially began his Montana guide career in the early 90s, and today owns Ennis-based Madison River Fishing Company and Trout Stalkers Fly Shop – two of the very best retail operations in the game. As a licensed Montana Outfitter, he's spent more than 30 years guiding on the Madison – and few know and love this river as much as Joe. 

At the end of November, one of the Dams on the Madison River in Montana had a malfunction that caused the river to almost run completely dry. This was a big scare for the local community as the fishery was facing challenges. In this episode, we talk with our friend Connor Flanagan--a Madison River local--about what exactly happened and what the long-term effects will be on the fishery. 

December 1, 2021 was a most unusual day. Throughout Montana, record high temperatures were eclipsed by double-digits and the state's most-storied trout fishery, the Madison River, slowed to a trickle. So, just what the hell happened at Hebgen Dam? Billy Pfeiffer, TU Montana's Outreach Coordinator, was at ground zero “The Day the Madison Nearly Dried.” Pfeiffer gets down to the brass tacks regarding the dam malfunction and the ensuing community effort to save stranded fish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Earlier this month, a gate failure at the earthen Hebgen Dam dramatically reduced water flow to the Madison River for about 45 hours. What ensued after is a story of agency, community, and industry cooperation that just as dramatically helped […]

On this episode of Emerging we sat down with Nick Halle the Volunteer Operations Coordinator for Trout Unlimited. He lives up in Missoula Montana so we discussed the recent crisis on the Madison River, his work with TU, fishing out West and much more.  As discussed in the show, here is the link to an article Nick wrote about the Madison River crisis. Also, this link will connect you with your local TU chapter.  We hope you enjoyed the show! If you have any questions, topics we should discuss or people you want to hear from shoot us an email at 5rivers@tu.org

Adam and Brent explain why they started a podcast and what you should expect from it in the future.  A news story from the Madison River and a Funny Video from Trout's Fly Shop.

In today's episode, we are joined by an industry giant and longtime outfitter, John Way.  John operates Montana's oldest fly shop, The Tackle Shop, and he is here to represent the famed Beartrap Canyon of the Madison River.  John shares with us his love for this area of the world and why protection of it is so important.

In today's episode, we are joined by longtime outfitter and industry B.A., Alice Owsley.  An exceptional caster, skilled fly tyer, and with an impressive list of industry accomplishments, Alice calls West Yellowstone home.   She is here to represent the famed upper Madison River, just outside of Yellowstone National Park.  Alice shares with us just how special this area of the world is and why protection of it is so important. 

Chester Allen has fished the migration run of the rainbow and brown trout from Montana's Hebgen Lake into Yellowstone National Park's Madison River during the fall for many years. Join us and learn about where to fish, what flies to use, and how to find the best water for very large trout!