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Waders are great and all -- but by the time summer rolls around, they get HOT! They're not all that comfortable to wear, either. So, if you wanna ditch the waders, what's the best way to go? We prefer using a fully dedicated wet wading setup. You get all the benefits of the stability of wading boots, without the bulk and added heat of waders. Today on Untangled, we'll dish on all the things we love about wet wading, the gear we recommend, and WHY we've made these choices. LINKS FROM THE SHOW Get the FREE Wet Wading Gear Guide - CHECK IT OUT Join the VFC Online Community - CHECK IT OUT QUESTIONS FOR THE SHOW - SUBMIT HERE #LIVEREELLIFE MOMENT - SUBMIT HERE
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Looking for the best waders for your next duck hunt but torn between high-dollar and budget options? In this video, we give you our take on the differences between premium waders like Sitka and more affordable options like Magellan or Amazon brands. We'll cover:Durability and materials: Is it worth paying more for longer-lasting gear?Comfort and features: What do you get with high-end waders, and do budget waders still hold up?Cost vs. performance: Should you invest in premium waders or stick with budget-friendly choices?
Welcome to The Thrill of The Hill. Today we're talking about one of Scotland's most iconic groups of farmland birds – our waders. Species such as lapwing, curlew, redshank and snipe have long been part of the Scottish farming landscape. Their calls and displays are synonymous with springtime on farms and crofts across the country, yet many of these species have experienced significant declines over recent decades. Toby Wilson from RSPB Scotland joins us to discuss what is driving these changes, what practical management can help reverse them, and how current funding schemes can support farmers and crofters who want to make space for nature alongside productive agriculture. Timestamps01.17 Introducing Toby Wilson (RSPB Senior Conservation Officer) 02.43 How agricultural landscapes fit into wider wildlife conservation 04.23 The importance of farmers and crofters for delivering nature conservation outcomes 06.44 Farm Wildlife Walks 10.02 The Forth Estuary 15.18 Habitat value of coastal marshland for waders 16.55 The importance of a supporting mosaic of habitats 19.24 Wader numbers in Scotland and some of the main pressures affecting waders 25.55 Habitat connectivity specifically for waders 29.22 What gives Toby hope 33.51 Nature Scot – Nature Restoration Fund 41.50 The future for waders in Scotland 44.34 Toby's take home messages ResourcesRSPB Scotland Working for Waders Making a difference for waders in the Cairngorms Scottish Government Nature Restoration Fund (NRF) | NatureScot New strongholds for wader recovery proposed | NatureScot Agri-Environment Climate Scheme Farm Wildlife Walks 2026 | Helping farmers in Scotland toby.wilson@rspb.co.uk For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot
Welcome to The Thrill of The Hill. Today we're talking about one of Scotland's most iconic groups of farmland birds – our waders. Species such as lapwing, curlew, redshank and snipe have long been part of the Scottish farming landscape. Their calls and displays are synonymous with springtime on farms and crofts across the country, yet many of these species have experienced significant declines over recent decades. Toby Wilson from RSPB Scotland joins us to discuss what is driving these changes, what practical management can help reverse them, and how current funding schemes can support farmers and crofters who want to make space for nature alongside productive agriculture. Timestamps01.17 Introducing Toby Wilson (RSPB Senior Conservation Officer) 02.43 How agricultural landscapes fit into wider wildlife conservation 04.23 The importance of farmers and crofters for delivering nature conservation outcomes 06.44 Farm Wildlife Walks 10.02 The Forth Estuary 15.18 Habitat value of coastal marshland for waders 16.55 The importance of a supporting mosaic of habitats 19.24 Wader numbers in Scotland and some of the main pressures affecting waders 25.55 Habitat connectivity specifically for waders 29.22 What gives Toby hope 33.51 Nature Scot – Nature Restoration Fund 41.50 The future for waders in Scotland 44.34 Toby's take home messages ResourcesRSPB Scotland Working for Waders Making a difference for waders in the Cairngorms Scottish Government Nature Restoration Fund (NRF) | NatureScot New strongholds for wader recovery proposed | NatureScot Agri-Environment Climate Scheme Farm Wildlife Walks 2026 | Helping farmers in Scotland toby.wilson@rspb.co.uk For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot
Finding good wading gear that works for your stlye of fishing, AND that's within your budget, feels almost impossible sometimes. It's tough to know what exactly you need from your waders and boots. Well, Spencer has spent the past decade reviewing gear for fly fishing magazines, and he's been fly fishing for over 20 years. Today on Untangled, he's going to share the particular features he looks for in waders and boots, and how you can use that knowledge to find the PERFECT set of wading gear for you. LINKS FROM THE SHOW Join the VFC Online Community - CHECK IT OUT QUESTIONS FOR THE SHOW - SUBMIT HERE #LIVEREELLIFE MOMENT - SUBMIT HERE Get the FREE Wader Buying Guide - CHECK IT OUT Get the FREE Wading Boot Buying Guide - CHECK IT OUT Skwala Gear We Recommend - BOOTS & WADERS
Over the last few decades, fishing apparel has undergone a dramatic evolution. Today, we expect more than ever from our boots, waders, jackets, and shirts because we've grown accustomed to the advantages of purpose-built gear that's ready to deliver.Comfort, support and durability are the hallmarks of great fishing gear. So I sat down with Kevin Sloan, the founder of Skwala fishing, for a look at where the industry stands now, a look back at where we were and a forward look at where we're going.It was a fun conversation full of in-depth technical specifics on why and how good designs last. Kevin also has a lifetime of fishing stories to share.ResourcesREAD: Troutbitten | All the ThingsREAD: Troutbitten | 100 Day Gear Review - Skwala RS Wading BootsREAD: Troutbitten | Critical Wader Care - Advice from the Companies Themselves - How to Wash and Dry Your WadersVisitTroutbitten WebsiteTroutbitten InstagramTroutbitten YouTubeTroutbitten FacebookThanks to TroutRoutes:Use the code TROUTBITTEN for 20% off your membership athttps://maps.troutroutes.com Thanks to SkwalaUse the code, TROUTBITTEN10 for 10% off your order athttps://skwalafishing.com/
Since my recent conversation with Josh Goins, there's been a lot of debate about duck numbers, hunting pressure, flooded corn, and the Adaptive Harvest Management system. In this episode, I step back from the noise, dig into the actual data, and explain what I've learned. We break down how AHM works, why seasons have remained liberal despite declining mallard numbers, and what the science says about additive vs compensatory mortality. I also compare current duck populations and prairie pond conditions to long-term averages and historic drought years to put today's numbers into context. I'll also revisit my recent reel about ducks going nocturnal around flooded corn and discuss what we actually know — and don't know — about its impact on migration. Finally, I tease an upcoming Patreon-only livestream interview with Dr. Mike Brasher, Chief Scientist at Ducks Unlimited, where we'll go even deeper into habitat, harvest management, and the future of waterfowl hunting. This episode is about facts, context, and understanding — not outrage. Partners Flight Day Ammunition Premium bismuth loads built specifically for waterfowl hunters. Reliable performance and clean kills. Use code NAW10https://www.flightdayammo.com TideWe Affordable, dependable hunting gear built for real conditions. Waders, blinds, backpacks, apparel, and more. Use code NAW18https://www.tidewe.com Weatherby High-performance shotguns trusted by serious waterfowl hunters. Built for reliability, durability, and performance in harsh conditions. https://www.weatherby.com Mammoth Guardian Dog Crates Heavy-duty aluminum crates designed to keep your dog safe in the field and on the road. Use code GUARDIAN15Search “Mammoth dog crate” on Amazon or visit the Mammoth Pet Products store Shotty Gear Rugged, affordable gear built by hunters for hunters. Blind bags, shell pouches, gun cases, lighting, apparel, and more. Use code FDH10https://www.shottygear.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Last week in our continuing examination of the media's crusade against lonely men, we discovered that the entire manosphere is comprised of a handful of the most unrepresentative examples the journo whose work we're critiquing could find. We're continuing this week with a look at more of her uh… work. It IS a real piece of… uh, work.
Jon hosts Ian and Mark McNair for a lively episode covering sponsor shout-outs, High and Dry waders, and the family tradition of carving wooden decoys. The guests recount their West Coast hunting swing—Washington to California—talking marsh and rice-field hunts, memorable calls, oysters, conservation, and upcoming events.
Deep in the Essex Marshes, you find solitude on a path that skirts marsh and lagoon. But you're not entirely alone – from the creeks and open water the fluting calls of waders and ducks and the deeper gutteral utterances of Brent geese create a haunting soundtrack of true wilderness. Wilderness, that is, a sole fishing boat chugs by on its lonely morning mission. BBC Countryfile Magazine's Sound Escapes are a weekly audio postcard from the countryside to help you relax and transport you somewhere beautiful, wherever you happen to be. Recorded by Fergus Collins and introduced by Hannah Tribe. Email the Plodcast team – and send your sound recordings of the countryside – to: theplodcast@countryfile.com And just a reminder, the BBC Countryfile Magazine Plodcast is a media partner for the Speakies! The British Audio Awards from The Bookseller Magazine. The awards celebrate the best in audio books and the Plodcast is the partner for the non-fiction category. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
846 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/846 Presented by: Patagonia If you've ever stood in a cold river and trusted your waders with your whole day, you know how much depends on them. This week, we unpack the story behind the Patagonia Swiftcurrent Waders, how they're built, why they matter, and what Patagonia is doing to make them better for both anglers and the planet. Kate Hadeka and Nick Blixt join us to talk about how these waders are built, why they last, and what Patagonia is doing to make gear that's easier to repair, better for the planet, and still made for hard days on the water. We dig into the shift away from forever chemicals, how repairable panels actually work, and why durability is one of the biggest wins for conservation. If you're curious what makes these waders different or where Patagonia is headed next, this conversation has plenty to chew on. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/846
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We sit down with Mike from Pittsburgh to share a late-start duck hunting story full of humor, humble tactics, and the kind of friendships that outlast limits. From marketplace waders to road-trip hunts and faith in the marsh, it's a grounded look at why we keep going.• starting waterfowl at 26 with budget gear• learning zones, habitat, and concealment in Pennsylvania• small wins matter when flights are thin• using mentors, not gatekeeping, to grow• Florida STA lotteries, harvest data, and targeted hunts• decoy spreads simplified for puddlers and divers• gratitude, faith, and finding peace in the blind• community over competition at ramps and draws• travel hunts, timing splits, and road-warrior planning• honest content, handling hate, and helping newcomersUse code onehellofalifeoutdoors at Froggtoggs.com for 15% off your order or www.froggtoggs.com/onehellofalifeoutdoorsCall or text 850-251-8650 or visit www.floridaducks.com to book your trip with Williamson OutfittersUse code OneHellofaLife15 at Dirty Duck Coffee for 15% offFollow us on instagram! https://www.instagram.com/onehellofalifepodcast/?hl=en
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we cover pre-spot burn plans, the impact of recent rain on rice harvests, how th Northeast and Oregon openers are going so far. we also talk about this years spotburn sponsor High & Dry waders, recap recent hunts and banded birds, and share local hunting updates. Plus details about the Farmer's Brewery kickoff event, upcoming podcast guests, partner shoutouts, and an open invite for hunters to join the show or swing by this weekend. Short, casual, and packed with season info.
This episode is something special. Recorded on location at a campsite the night before a scout, I sit down with my dad, Carl (also known as “Phumblemitts”), for a fireside conversation. We talk about some of our best memories from years in the marsh together, his journey with Parkinson's, and what it's like to step away from duck hunting after a lifetime of passion. It's a heartfelt father–son reflection about hunting, family, and the end of an era. Want to get entered in the give away? www.patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting Partner Information (reads) Flight Day Ammunition Premium steel loads that deliver devastating patterns on ducks and geese. Built for waterfowlers who demand the best. Get 10% off with code FDH10 at FlightDayAmmo.com Shotty Gear Waterproof, durable, and affordable duck hunting gear designed by real hunters. From shell pouches to blind bags, rugged gun cases, straps, and apparel — Shotty Gear is field-tested and built to last. Visit ShottyGear.com and get 10% off with code FDH10. Weatherby Shotguns Precision, reliability, and innovation. Weatherby shotguns are made for serious hunters. Explore their lineup at Weatherby.com. Purina Dog Food Trusted nutrition for sporting dogs. Decades of research go into every bag, helping your retriever perform at their best from the marsh to the field. Learn more at Purina.com. Mammoth Guardian Dog Crates Heavy-duty crates built to protect your hunting dog in transport. Featuring a steel roll cage (sold separately), welded tie-down points, and chrome-plated heavy-duty doors. Find them by searching “Mammoth Dog Crate” on Amazon .Use code GUARDIAN15 for 15% off. TideWe Affordable outdoor gear built for hunters, by hunters. From waders to blinds to heated clothing, TideWe makes dependable gear that keeps you in the hunt without breaking the bank. Visit TideWe.com and get 18% off your order with code FDH18. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Our destination is the legendary Missouri River near Craig, Montana, one of the most technically challenging rivers in the West. Joining me is guide, author, photographer, Marine Corps vet, and adjunct professor, Micah Fields, who unpacks his playbook for dry-fly headhunting, the quirks of Holter dam, and the art of reading a river that fishes like a giant spring creek. Plus, hear about Montana's highly selective “Guiding for the Future” program and why it matters for the rivers we love, MRE's and chickens in Helmand Province, and an encounter with the great John Geirach. Stick around to the end for Mica's favorite shore lunch – you will be drooling over this one! Get out the chalk board as we talk serious X's and O's on technical fly fishing with Micah. With host Steve Haigh Be the first to know about new episodes. Become a subscriber Destination Angler on YouTube Contact Micah: Micah guides for Montana Fishing Outfitters and Mountain Prairie outfitters. You can find Micah's book, We Hold Our Breath, here. Destination Angler Podcast: Website YouTube Instagram & Facebook @DestinationAnglerPodcast 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. Facebook & Instagram @Adamsbuilt High N Dry Fishing Where science and performance meet. Check out the full lineup of floatants, line dressings, and sighter waxes at www.highndryfishingproducts.com Facebook @highndryfishingproducts/ Instagram @highndryfishing Got Fishing Crafting world-class fly-fishing adventures specially designed to your level of experience and budget. Facebook @GotFishingAdventures Instagram @GotFishing Facebook @highndryfishingproducts | Instagram @highndryfishing TroutRoutes Podcast listeners can try one month of TroutRoutes PRO for FREE by clicking the link in the episode description. Explore your water with TroutRoutes today. Get 1 Month Free Facebook @troutinsights Instagram @TroutRoutes Comments & Suggestions: host, Steve Haigh, email shaigh@DestinationAnglerPodcast.com Available on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Recorded July 22, 2025
Our destination is the massive Upper Columbia River in southeastern British Columbia, with football-field-sized back eddies, hydraulics that'll flip drift boats, and rainbow trout that'll bend your rod like a bonefish. Joining me is veteran guide, Kelly Laatsch, general manager of St. Mary's Angler, Cranbrook, BC, who's spent three decades mastering these waters. Today, Kelly opens his playbook, sharing secrets on fly fishing extreme hydraulics, why a single-fly rigs is a good strategy, and pointers on guiding men vs women. We'll also touch on BC's legendary Elk, St. Mary, and Skookumchuck rivers, plus Argentina's trout paradise. Stick around for a wild story of 400-pound sturgeon—and an unforgettable first date. With host Steve Haigh Be the first to know about new episodes. Become a subscriber Destination Angler on YouTube Contact Kelly: https://www.stmaryangler.com/ Instagram @stmaryanglerflyshop Facebook @StMaryAnglerBC Destination Angler Podcast: Website YouTube Instagram & Facebook @DestinationAnglerPodcast Please check out our Sponsors: TroutRoutes Podcast listeners can try one month of TroutRoutes PRO for FREE by clicking the link in the episode description. Explore your water with TroutRoutes today. Get 1 Month Free 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 Got Fishing Crafting world-class fly-fishing adventures specially designed to your level of experience and budget. Facebook @GotFishingAdventures Instagram @GotFishing High N Dry Fishing Where science and performance meet. Check out the full lineup of Floatants, Line Dressings, and Sighter Waxes at www.highndryfishingproducts.com Facebook @highndryfishingproducts | Instagram @highndryfishing Comments & Suggestions: host, Steve Haigh, email shaigh@DestinationAnglerPodcast.com Available on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Recorded July 10, 2025
Lots of rain means high water! Prepare accordingly and expect fishes in the shallows (STILL). Steve has never seen this behavior from fish and he cites changes in the water temperature for a potential reason why. Remember, with heavy rains that means there's more food to compete with for the attention of the fish. They also talk about the upcoming Game Fair and all the hunting openers, summer goes quick!
Send us a textIn Your Nature is back for a new season and this time we welcome Owen Murphy, Senior Project Manager with the Breeding Waders EIP, to discuss the ambitious and urgent work being done to conserve Ireland's most threatened ground-nesting birds. With populations of species like the Curlew, Lapwing, and Redshank in steep decline, the Breeding Waders EIP is taking bold, science-led action to reverse the trend.Ricky speaks with Owen about the formidable challenges of protecting vulnerable bird species in a modern agricultural landscape. A significant portion of their conversation focuses on predator control—an often controversial but essential tool in the conservation toolkit. They explore how targeted interventions are helping to reduce predation pressure on ground-nesting birds like the Curlew, enabling more chicks to fledge successfully. The discussion also delves into the cultural importance of retaining native species, with the Curlew symbolizing a deep connection to Ireland's natural heritage and rural identity. Ricky and Owen reflect on the difficult but necessary conversations around land use policy, acknowledging that meaningful change will require balancing ecological priorities with the realities faced by farmers and landowners. The conversation highlights the complexity of the task, the dedication of the team, and the hope that remains for these iconic species.The Oystercatcher is Bird of the Week, a striking black-and-white wader with a vivid orange bill, known for its loud piping calls and fondness for coastal and estuarine habitats.In Your Nature features Ricky Whelan, Biodiversity Officer with Offaly County Council, and Niall Hatch of BirdWatch Ireland, and is edited by Ann-Marie Kelly. The series is supported by Laois, Offaly, and Westmeath County Councils, the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, and the Heritage Council.For more about BirdWatch Ireland, visit www.birdwatchireland.ie.
Our destination are the technical trout waters of the Truckee River with Mike Anderson, head guide at the Reno Fly Shop. Mike gives us a detailed rundown of the Truckee, along with stories of ornery wild horses, giant browns, and a trout so big it scared the pants off a client. As a bonus, we dive into the legendary Pyramid Lake—home to monster Lahontan Cutthroat trout and one of the best shots at a 10+ pound trout in the lower 48. With host Steve Haigh Be the first to know about new episodes. Become a subscriber Destination Angler on YouTube Contact Mike: https://renoflyshop.com/ Destination Angler Podcast: Website YouTube Instagram & Facebook @DestinationAnglerPodcast Please check out our Sponsors: High N Dry Fishing Where science and performance meet. Check out the full lineup of liquid floatants, desiccants, and gels at www.highndryfishingproducts.com Facebook @highndryfishingproducts | Instagram @highndryfishing TroutRoutes Podcast listeners can try one month of TroutRoutes PRO for FREE by clicking the link in the episode description. Explore your water with TroutRoutes today. Get 1 Month Free 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 Got Fishing Crafting world-class fly-fishing adventures specially designed to your level of experience and budget. Facebook @GotFishingAdventures Instagram @GotFishing Comments & Suggestions: host, Steve Haigh, email shaigh@DestinationAnglerPodcast.com Available on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Recorded June 3, 2025
The Dunlin is a small wading bird which formerly bred in good numbers along Ireland's west and northern coasts, but has declined by more than 90% in recent years. Efforts are underway to stem this sharp decline and we speak to Jess Hodnett, a Ranger at Fota Wildlife Park and a member of the Dunlin headstarting team.
This week we wanted to do a Ten Minute Tuesday on clutch hunting fixes that we've come up with and used over the years. Waders leak, blinds fail, and things don't always go as planned. We would love to hear what you've rigged up over the years! Send a message on Instagram and let us know what you've found your fix for! Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review! New Waterfowl Film out now! Flooded Timber Duck Hunting in Arkansas Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite (Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby Support Conservation: DU (Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Live Free: Turtlebox Add motion to your spread: Flashback Better Merch: /SHOP
Our destination is the remote backcountry of Bristol Bay, Alaska—where the bears are fat, the rainbows are wild, and the guides row, cook, clean, and occasionally yank a size 8 hook out of their own finger. Joining me is Zach Nemelka with Hooked on Alaska. Zach grew up in Utah, but has been coming to Alaska since he was 5. After a stint in college, he moved for Alaska to specialize in multi-day backcountry float trips for giant rainbow trout. What's it like to float 60 miles of wilderness chasing trophy rainbows, dodge 1,000-pound Alaskan brown bears, and endure the wild weather makes Alaska, Alaska? Stick around for a too close for comfort bear charge, a 60-fish day, and the tale of “Jules”—a 28-inch rainbow with a Dalai Lama stuck in his lip. With host Steve Haigh Be the first to know about new episodes. Become a subscriber Destination Angler on YouTube Contact Zach: https://hookedonalaska.net/ Destination Angler Podcast: Website YouTube Instagram & Facebook @DestinationAnglerPodcast 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 Podcast listeners can try one month of TroutRoutes PRO for FREE by clicking the link in the episode description. Explore your water with TroutRoutes today. Get 1 Month Free 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 Comments & Suggestions: host, Steve Haigh, email shaigh@DestinationAnglerPodcast.com Available on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Recorded June 17, 2025
Our destination is the legendary South Fork of the Snake River, a world-famous Blue-Ribbon fishery in eastern Idaho. Joining me is Sage Unsworth, regional fisheries biologist, expert angler, and fifth-gen Idahoan, who gives us the skinny on the South Fork from top to bottom covering the top sections anglers need to know about, selective trout strategies, and the science behind fish counts. Also, the controversial rainbow trout management program to conserve Yellowstone cutthroat, stories of squirrel-induced starvation, the dos and don'ts of fish handling, and why you can't be a jerk as a fisheries biologist. With host, Steve Haigh Be the first to know about new episodes. Become a subscriber Destination Angler on YouTube Contact Sage: Sage.Unsworth@idfg.idaho.gov Destination Angler Podcast: Website YouTube Instagram & Facebook @DestinationAnglerPodcast Please check out our Sponsors: 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 Got Fishing Crafting world-class fly-fishing adventures specially designed to your level of experience and budget. Facebook @GotFishingAdventures Instagram @GotFishing TroutRoutes Podcast listeners can try one month of TroutRoutes PRO for FREE by clicking the link in the episode description. Explore your water with TroutRoutes today. Get 1 Month Free Comments & Suggestions: host, Steve Haigh, email shaigh@DestinationAnglerPodcast.com Available on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Recorded May 29, 2025
Our destination is Abell Ranch, a 1,500-acre slice of trout heaven on Colorado's South Platte River with former guide and fifth-generation Coloradan, Clint Packo, who just might have the coolest job around: running Abell, restoring trout streams, and brokering some of the West's most iconic ranches. Abell is known for its three miles of gin-clear water, rare solitude, and some of the best hopper fishing in the state. Along the way, we tackle big questions—like how do you design a trout stream? And who drops $38 million on a ranch…and actually makes it work? Stick around to the end for a wild story involving a tarpon, a blacktip shark, and a few unexpected cartwheels. With host Steve Haigh Be the first to know about new episodes. Become a subscriber Destination Angler on YouTube Contact Clint: Freestone Aquatics | Abell Ranch | Confluence Land Company Destination Angler Podcast: Website YouTube Instagram & Facebook @DestinationAnglerPodcast Please check out our Sponsors: Facebook @troutinsights Instagram @TroutRoutes TroutRoutes Podcast listeners can try one month of TroutRoutes PRO for FREE by clicking the link in the episode description. Explore your water with TroutRoutes today. Get 1 Month Free Adamsbuilt Fishing THE trusted source for quality fly fishing gear, built to last at an affordable price. Waders, Nets, Outerwear. Facebook & Instagram @Adamsbuilt Got Fishing Crafting world-class fly-fishing adventures specially designed to your level of experience and budget. Facebook @GotFishingAdventures Instagram @GotFishing Comments & Suggestions: host, Steve Haigh, email shaigh@DestinationAnglerPodcast.com Available on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Recorded May 13, 2025
Waders are amongst the most threatened breeding species in Ireland. Serious conservation work is underway to support them including The Breeding Waders European Innovation Partnership. Terry Flanagan travelled to the shores of Lough Ree to speak to Owen Murphy, Senior Project Manager with the EIP, and Nest Protection Officer Dana Neill.
Our destination is the fabled Smith River with Evan Youngblood, Livingston, Montana. The Smith is a remote, permit-only float in central Montana that offers fly anglers a truly unforgettable multi-day experience. Winding through a stunning limestone canyon, the river holds healthy populations of eager wild brown and rainbow trout. Evan unravels the mysteries of fly fishing success on the Smith and explains why anglers covet an opportunity to float this remote 59-mile beauty. A great storyteller, Evan regales us with tales of stack mends, groover duty, and peregrine falcons as only a seasoned guide could tell. First published in May 2020. With host Steve Haigh. Be the first to know about new episodes. Become a subscriber Destination Angler on YouTube Destination Angler Podcast: Website YouTube Instagram & Facebook @DestinationAnglerPodcast Please check out our Sponsors: Facebook @troutinsights Instagram @TroutRoutes Got Fishing Crafting world-class fly-fishing adventures specially designed to your level of experience and budget. Facebook @GotFishingAdventures Instagram @GotFishing TroutRoutes Podcast listeners can try one month of TroutRoutes PRO for FREE by clicking the link in the episode description. Explore your water with TroutRoutes today. Get 1 Month Free Adamsbuilt Fishing THE trusted source for quality fly fishing gear, built to last at an affordable price. Waders, Nets, Outerwear. Facebook & Instagram @Adamsbuilt Comments & Suggestions: host, Steve Haigh, email shaigh@DestinationAnglerPodcast.com Available on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Recorded May 12, 2020
Episode 143 of the Destination Angler Fly Fishing Podcast – May 8, 2025 Our destination is SW Montana and Yellowstone country veteran outfitter and dry fly aficionado, Walter Wiese, Yellowstone Country Fly Fishing, Livingston, Montana. We explore the aftermath of the massive 2022 flood and how it's changed—or not—some of the most iconic rivers in the West, like the Yellowstone, Lamar, and Slough Creek, the Madison, Gallatin, and more. Which ones bounced back? Which ones are still healing? And what can you expect if you go? Along the way, he shares dry fly wisdom, his own go-to patterns, and hot tips on indicator fishing. Plus, stories of salmon fly eating grizzlies, swimming buffalos, and a client you can't believe. With host, Steve Haigh Be the first to know about new episodes. Become a subscriber Destination Angler on YouTube Contact Walter: https://flyfishmontana.biz/ |Facebook @ycflyfishing Instagram @yellowstonecountryflyfishing | YouTube @YellowstoneCountryFlyFishing Destination Angler Podcast: Website YouTube Instagram & Facebook @DestinationAnglerPodcast Please check out our Sponsors: 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 Got Fishing Crafting world-class fly-fishing adventures specially designed to your level of experience and budget. Facebook @GotFishingAdventures Instagram @GotFishing TroutRoutes Podcast listeners can try one month of TroutRoutes PRO for FREE by clicking the link in the episode description. Explore your water with TroutRoutes today. Get 1 Month Free Comments & Suggestions: host, Steve Haigh, email shaigh@DestinationAnglerPodcast.com Available on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Recorded March 27, 2025
Our destination is a whirlwind tour of the world's top fly-fishing adventures with seasoned traveler, expert fly angler, and founder of Got Fishing, a hosted travel company that connects anglers with unforgettable destinations. We'll explore legendary spots including Jurassic Lake in Argentina, Alaska, the Middle Fork of the Salmon River, Christmas Island, and Ascension Bay in Mexico. Along the way, Brian shares insider tips on choosing the right booking agency, what to watch for when booking a lodge yourself, plus tips on gear and travel, great stories, and how to pick the best dates for your trip. And be sure to stick around for the powerful story of Brian's recovery journey. With host, Steve Haigh Be the first to know about new episodes. Become a subscriber Destination Angler on YouTube Contact Brian: https://gotfishing.com/ Instagram @brian_oakland208_406 Destination Angler Podcast: Website YouTube Instagram & Facebook @DestinationAnglerPodcast Please check out our Sponsors: 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 Got Fishing Crafting world-class fly-fishing adventures specially designed to your level of experience and budget. Facebook @GotFishingAdventures Instagram @GotFishing Comments & Suggestions: host, Steve Haigh, email shaigh@DestinationAnglerPodcast.com Available on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Recorded March 13, 2025
I get a lot of questions about wader care, storage, and washing instructions. Fit can also affect how long waders last and how comfortable they are. Waders are one of our most expensive purchases, outside of a rod and reel, and in order to make them last longer we need to take good care of them, so they stay waterproof and comfortable. My guest this week is Natalie Cullum [27:14], Orvis product developer in charge of waders and technical outerwear. She knows all about the fabric used in waders, the technology involved in their construction, and how critical fit is in their comfort and durability. If you are looking for a new pair of waders this season, or if you want to make your current pair of waders last longer, this podcast is essential listening. In the Fly Box this week, we have some interesting questions and tips form listeners, including: Is the Orvis Tippet Knot a suitable substitute for the blood knot? Do you think there is a chance that dry-fly purism will come back? Does a saltwater line cast worse in fresh water? Can you suggest a use for the fluffy material at the base of a Coq de Leon feather? Do you have any tips for dry flies in salt water? A listener suggests some kind of national organization to purchase public lands that are planned on being sold as part of the inflation reduction act. Will there be Orvis Pro Wading Boots in size 15? What is it that Tom brings on the water that most people might not have in their pack or vest? I keep catching landlocked salmon of the same size. Can you suggest a way to target the bigger ones?
Our destination is Part 2 with legendary Colorado guide, author, and trout teacher Pat Dorsey—owner of the Blue Quill Angler and perhaps the foremost expert on the South Platte. Pat dials it up a notch or two in this episode, sharing his go-to fly patterns, fly design insights, and strategies for fly fishing new water. We dig into questions like: How fast should you fish? Why does Pat love indicators? And what makes a fly truly innovative? You'll also hear stories of drift boat weddings, the origin of the Mercury Midge, and Pat's first-ever guide trip. Stick around for a quick chat with one of Pat's longtime clients—and a surprise about what's next for him. Let's rig up the indicator rod and jump in with Pat! With host, Steve Haigh Be the first to know about new episodes. Become a subscriber Destination Angler on YouTube Contact Pat: https://bluequillangler.com/ | patd@bluequillangler.com | Instagram @patdorseyflyfishing & Facebook Destination Angler Podcast: Website YouTube Instagram & Facebook @DestinationAnglerPodcast 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 Comments & Suggestions: host, Steve Haigh, email shaigh@DestinationAnglerPodcast.com Available on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Recorded February 9, 2025
Our Destination is Part 1 of our deep dive into top tailwaters in Colorado with 30-year veteran guide and author, Pat Dorsey, Blue Quill Angler, Evergreen, Colorado. With 30 years on the water, Pat knows these rivers inside and out—including the South Platte, Blue, Yampa, Williams Fork, Taylor, Frying Pan, and Gunnison Gorge. Pat breaks down the technical side of tailwater fishing, answering big questions like: Why are deep pools so tricky? What separates a good angler from a great one? What exactly is a “guide fly”? He also shares expert tips on winter fishing, sight fishing, and the age-old debate—freestones vs. tailwaters. Stick around ‘til the end for Pat's out-of-the-box strategies to turn tough days into great ones! With host, Steve Haigh Be the first to know about new episodes. Become a subscriber Destination Angler on YouTube Contact Pat: https://bluequillangler.com/ | patd@bluequillangler.com | Instagram @patdorseyflyfishing & Facebook Destination Angler Podcast: Website YouTube Instagram & Facebook @DestinationAnglerPodcast 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. Facebook & Instagram @Adamsbuilt 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 Comments & Suggestions: host, Steve Haigh, email shaigh@DestinationAnglerPodcast.com Available on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Recorded February 9, 2025
In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Matt Harrison sits down with longtime friend Jim Ronquest to share their favorite hunting stories. They reflect on the busy months following duck season and discuss the upcoming turkey season. As they reminisce about past adventures, listeners can expect a blend of entertaining anecdotes and insights into the world of hunting. Tune in for a lively conversation filled with camaraderie and anticipation for the spring season ahead!Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org
Our destination is the Idaho backcountry with Chris Hunt—award-winning author, seasoned fly angler, and expert blueliner from Hatch Adventure Travel. Chris literally wrote the book on finding hidden trout water: Fly Fishing Idaho's Secret Water. Today, he breaks down his process for discovering overlooked streams and shares some of Idaho's fishiest backcountry areas. You'll get tips on fooling spooky fish, finding big trout, and wild stories—mountain lions, Alaska's Dalton Highway, Patagonian chilies, and soul-crushing mosquitoes. Drop your truck in low lock and get ready for a wild ride! With host, Steve Haigh Be the first to know about new episodes. Become a subscriber Destination Angler on YouTube Contact Chris: Chris@hatch.travel Hatch Adventure Travel | Instagram & Facebook @hatchtravel Please check out our Sponsors: 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. Got Fishing Crafting world-class fly-fishing adventures specially designed to your level of experience and budget. Facebook @GotFishingAdventures Instagram @GotFishing Facebook & Instagram @Adamsbuilt 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 January 30, 2025
In this episode, host Katie Burke sits down with Grant Cole, owner of Auctioneers, Inc., to discuss his journey into the world of outdoor hunting, waterfowl decoy collecting, and the auction industry. Grant shares his early hunting experiences in Michigan, his father's influence on his love for the outdoors, and how he transitioned into selling and collecting decoys. Grant also provides insight into the world of decoy auctions, the importance of relationships in the collecting community, and his role in various decoy organizations. He and Katie discuss the crossover between DU members and decoy collectors, the evolution of auctioneering, and the passion behind preserving hunting heritage through decoys.Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org
Our destination is the world-famous Henry's Lake in eastern Idaho, known for hard-fighting hybrids (Cutbows) the size of your leg, unpredictable windstorms, and breathtaking scenery. With retired Idaho Fish & Game biologist and guide Damon Keen, with Eagle Ridge Ranch, Island Park, ID Damon grew up in Idaho, eventually landing the coveted role of state biologist for Henry's Lake with Fish and Game. Today, we dive deep into the big questions like: Are there a million trout in Henry's Lake? How do these fish grow so big so fast? And why won't they eat dry flies? Stories of sudden windstorms, near-death experiences, and legendary 100-fish days. With host Steve Haigh Be the first to know about new episodes. Become a subscriber Destination Angler on YouTube Contact Damon: Eagle Ridge Ranch (208) 558-0900 | Instagram: @dcll1960 | 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 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 January 16, 2025
Our destination is Colorado and the Upper Rio Grande River with fly shop owner, Rick McGuire and guide, Presley Garcia, Wolf Creek Anglers, South Fork, CO. Fly Fisherman Mag called the upper Rio Grande a hidden gem with gorgeous scenery, aggressive trout, and amazing hatches that'll keep you on your toes. Rick is a retired football coach turned fly shop owner and guide with a passion for helping people. Presley is a teacher, coach, and expert angler with excellent knowledge of the river system. Today, Rick and Presley share tips on the gold medal water, alpine lake fishing in the area, private water you can access, best times of year to fish, along with top flies, hatches, streamer tactics, rigs, and more. Stick around to the end for a great story of an ornery bull moose and some hapless fishing guides. With host, Steve Haigh Be the first to know about new episodes. Become a subscriber Destination Angler on YouTube Contact Rick and Presley: https://www.wolfcreekanglers.com/ | Instagram: @wolfcreekanglers | Facebook Committee for a Healthy Rio Grande: http://healthyriogrande.com/ 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. Facebook & Instagram @Adamsbuilt 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 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 January 9, 2025
Our destination is the land of fire and ice--Iceland with Tim Cammisa, author and owner of Trout & Feather, and Matti Hákonarson, guide and owner of Iceland Fishing Guide. With its stunning scenery, friendly people, and waters teeming with plentiful Atlantic salmon, hard-fighting arctic char, and massive sea-run and resident brown trout, Iceland is among the most incredible places in the world for fly anglers. Matti and Tim give us the ultimate rundown on fly fishing in Iceland—covering the culture, the bugs, pro tips and tactics, and the best times of year to chase each species. Plus, we'll hear incredible stories of battling monster browns, dancing with Atlantic salmon, and the almost-religious art of fly selection. Tim's latest book, Tying Euro Nymphs, features top flies from some of the best anglers in the world. And stick around to the end for tales of cheap whale meat, fermented shark, haggis, and Iceland's infamous drink—Black Death. Oh, and a lesson in how not to fish with your wife. With host, Steve Haigh Be the first to know about new episodes. Become a subscriber Destination Angler on YouTube Contact Matti: https://icelandfishingguide.com/ | Instagram: @icelandfishingguide| Facebook Contact Tim: https://www.troutandfeather.com/ | Instagram: @troutandfeather | Facebook | YouTube @TimCammisa Please check out our Sponsors: 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 Got Fishing Crafting world-class fly-fishing adventures specially designed to your level of experience and budget. Facebook @GotFishingAdventures Instagram @GotFishing 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 December 28, 2024
Nicholas is starting a new job working for Reuben at Touchdown Tech. Reuben went fishing in the ocean with waders. Someone asked Nicholas to rate his beard. If you want an honest rating from us and suggestions for improvement, send us an email or message on FB. Next week we plan to read the feedback and make a decision about Reuben's beard vs mustache. Source
Nicholas is starting a new job working for Reuben at Touchdown Tech. Reuben went fishing in the ocean with waders. Someone asked Nicholas to rate his beard. If you want an honest rating from us and suggestions for improvement, send us an email or message on FB. Next week we plan to read the feedback […]
Our destination is Colorado's Conejos River with expert fly angler and guide Spencer Seim of Zia Fly, Taos, New Mexico. The Conejos has it all—a hidden gem starting high in the San Juan Mountains with breathtaking views, every water type you could imagine, and trout so wise they'll challenge the best of anglers. Growing up in Lubbock, Texas, Spencer's fascinating odyssey includes train hopping, meeting George W. Bush, fly fishing and guiding, and classic fly tying. His flies have been featured in The Drake, America's Favorite Flies, and Smithsonian Magazine. Today, Spencer shares his deep knowledge of the Conejos—covering key hatches, local fly patterns, and pro tips—as well as other local streams like Costilla Creek, Rio de Los Pinos, and Rio Pueblo along with stories, of Kit Carson, Taos Pueblo, guiding Bobby Knight, and his wild connection to the true-crime story, The Feather Thief. Better bring your A-game for this one! With host, Steve Haigh Be the first to know. Become a subscriber Contact Spencer: Zia Fly: https://www.ziafly.com/ Instagram @zia_fly Facebook @ziaflyfishnm 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. Facebook & Instagram @Adamsbuilt 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 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 December 12, 2024
Our destination is Michigan's Grand River with expert fly fishing guides Tom and Max Werkman, the father-and-son team behind Werkman Outfitters, Grand Rapids, Michigan, and RiverQuest Charters. The Grand is Michigan's longest river, and it's loaded with steelhead, salmon, and smallmouth. The Grand's story is one of ruin to recovery, and today, it's fishing better than ever. Tom and Max share the ins and outs of the Grand and its tributaries, along with what you need to know about seasons, food sources, top fly patterns, and rigs. Also, they answer the age-old question, What are the conditions that draw salmon and steelhead into the river system? And the answer might surprise you. Stick around to the end for pro tips on why this father/son partnership is such a success. Grab your 8-weight and chase some chrome with Tom and Max! With host, Steve Haigh Be the first to know about new episodes. Become a subscriber Destination Angler on YouTube Contact Tom and Max: Werkman Outfitters: https://www.werkmanoutfitters.com/ Fly Shop: 493 Pettis Ave. SE, Ada, MI Instagram @werkman_outfitters/ Facebook @werkmanoutfitters Please check out our Sponsors: 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 Got Fishing Crafting world-class fly-fishing adventures specially designed to your level of experience and budget. Facebook @GotFishingAdventures Instagram @GotFishing 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 November 14, 2024
Buenos Dias! 2,000 miles south of Bueno Ares deep in the heart of Patagonia lies a remote and pristine lake famous for wind, rocks, and prehistoric-sized rainbow trout, considered some of the largest in the world. Our destination is Lago Strobel, also known as Jurassic Lake in Patagonia, Argentina with Lucho Alba, owner of Estancia Laguna Verde fishing lodge. Lucho explains the allure of this distant location, how these fish grow to such enormous proportions, and tips on how to land fish with more moves than Lionel Messi. Stick around to the end for a great story of a chance encounter with some hitchhikers, a nasty girlfriend, and a birthday like no other. Buckle your seat belts and check your backing because you're in for a wild ride. Let's hear from Lucho! Vamos! With host, Steve Haigh Be the first to know about new episodes. Become a subscriber Destination Angler on YouTube Contact Lucho Website: https://estancialagunaverde.com/ Instagram and Facebook @estancialagunaverde 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 November 7, 2024
Our destination is Cape Cod, Massachusetts, for striped bass on the fly with Patrick Cassidy, expert saltwater guide and owner of Cape Cod on the Fly. The Cape offers some of the most extensive flats fishing in the world, where anglers can test their meddle against the revered striped bass, along with bluefish and false albacore. Patrick has been fishing these waters for over 30 years and explains conditions and how to use structure, tides, and currents to your advantage, along with top fly patterns, stories of great white sharks, and surf fishing till your arm hurts. Stick around to the very end, AFTER the Cape Cod episode, for my interview with A Brothers Fountain, the band that does my theme song. With host, Steve Haigh Be the first to know about new episodes. Become a subscriber Destination Angler on YouTube Contact Patrick Cassidy Website: https://capecodonthefly.com/ | 508-246-3757 Social: Instagram | Facebook 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. 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 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 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 October 31, 2024
Our destination is the Berry Islands in the Bahamas for trophy bonefish and permit with guides Percy Darville, Freddie Dames, Travis Sands, and Soul Fly Lodge owner Kyle Schaefer. The Berry Islands are known for miles and miles of undisturbed, beautiful sand flats, large fish, and plenty of solitude. About our guests, 28 years ago, Freddie worked on a lobster boat for weeks at a time until his wife had enough and switched to a fly-fishing skiff. Travis's high school principal let him skip school to become a fly fishing guide. As an early pioneer of Bahamian fly fishing 58 years ago, Percy was the only guide around who would take fly anglers fishing. With over 100 years of experience between them, our guests share tips on big fish behavior, ideal conditions, and why the Berry Islands can be a demanding place to fish, in a good way. With host, Steve Haigh Be the first to know about new episodes. Become a subscriber Destination Angler on YouTube Contact the Soul Fly Lodge Website: https://www.soulflylodge.com/ Social: Instagram Please check out our Sponsors: 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 Got Fishing Crafting world-class fly-fishing adventures specially designed to your level of experience and budget. Facebook @GotFishingAdventures Instagram @GotFishing 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 October 29, 2024
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.
On this episode of the Ducks Limited podcast, host Matt Harrison welcomes co-host Dr. Mike Brasher and special guest Edward Wall, a professional photographer and owner of Wall Media. Ed shares his journey from a hobbyist taking pictures of his dog and duck hunting to building a successful photography business over the past 10-12 years. He reflects on the learning curve he experienced, mentioning the many bad photos he took early on and the occasional good ones that inspired him to keep going. The conversation highlights Ed's passion for photography and his dedication to capturing moments and showcasing the evolution of his craft. Tune in for insights into the world of photography and the stories behind the lens!www.ducks.org/DUPodcast