Fish Untamed
126 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago -A wide-ranging fishing show covering everything from fishing tips to stories, and conservation news to ethics. Mostly focusing on fly fishing but occasionally delving into other types of fishing as well, host Katie Kusold talks to a variety of guests with different skill sets and areas of expertise.
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Ep 126: Bartram’s Bass and the Black Bass Slam, with Will Mundhenke
April 25, 2024 09:00 - 56 minutesWill Mundhenke is a State Naturalist with the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, Chair with the South Carolina Native Fish Coalition, and leads multiple programs through the state to get new anglers introduced to their plentiful fisheries. In this episode, Will fills me in on the Bartram’s bass, a beautiful bass native to South Carolina. We also talk about the Black Bass Slam, a challenge to catch all four species of bass in the state, which is a great opportunity to see the dive...
Ep 125: Fish-Slapping the Hardrock 100 and DIY Packrafting in Alaska, with Bryon Powell
April 11, 2024 09:00 - 1 hourBryon Powell is an ultra-runner, Vice President of Running Rivers, founder and former editor-in-chief of iRunFar.com, and the most decorated Flyathlete out there. In this episode, Bryon shares how we went from strictly a runner to a runner and angler, and how he fish-slapped one of the hardest trail races in the country: the Hardrock 100. We also talk about his trip to Alaska, during which he did a DIY packrafting trip down the Togiak River. Instagram: @bryon_powell Facebook: /bryon.powell ...
Ep 124: The Brook Trout of the Smokies, with Ian Rutter
March 28, 2024 09:00 - 58 minutesIan Rutter is a guide, artist, and Smoky Mountain angler. Though he used to guide on tailwaters, he now focuses exclusively on wild Smoky Mountain brook trout. In this episode, we talk about how he got into guiding and art, what it’s like fishing the Smokies, how these brook trout differ from other brook trout, and much more. Outfitter Website: https://www.randrflyfishing.com Art Website: https://www.ianrutterart.com Outfitter Facebook: /RandRFlyFishing Outfitter Instagram: @RandRFlyFishing ...
Ep 123: Healing Through Fly Fishing and the Tallapoosa Bass, with Rowell Guevarra
March 14, 2024 09:00 - 54 minutesRowell Guevarra is a veteran and is more involved in helping the fly fishing community than anyone I’ve ever met. He is an EAFF Guide, PHWFF Assistant Program Lead, TMP Lead Mentor Advisor, OARS Foundation board member and guide, and AL Native Fish Coalition board member. In this episode, we talk about his work across various nonprofits, how he was introduced to fishing through PHWFF, fishing for the Tallapoosa bass, and much more. Facebook: /rowell.on.the.river IG: @rowell.on.the.river Eas...
Ep 122: Looking Back and Looking Ahead, with Mel Moss
February 29, 2024 10:00 - 1 hourThis is the annual episode I do with my pal, Mel, where we look back on the previous year and look forward to the year ahead. We talk about whether we completed our goals and what our upcoming goals are. In this episode, Mel also talks about her DIY trip to Alaska where she and her husband rented a vehicle and caught trout, salmon, and char on easy-to-access rivers without a bush plane. Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 121: Running, Fishing, and Drinking Beer, with Andrew Todd
February 15, 2024 10:00 - 1 hourAndrew Todd was the very first guest I had on the show, back on episode 1. He is the creator of the Rocky Mountain Flyathlon, one of my favorite events every year, and its overarching nonprofit, Running Rivers. Andrew is a running, fishing, and beer-drinking enthusiast, and he is using these interests to raise money for native fish conservation. In this episode, we talk about ongoing conservation efforts being funded by the organization, as well as many of the “side projects” created by Runni...
Ep 120: Bluelining for Redeye Bass, with Matt Lewis
February 01, 2024 10:00 - 51 minutesDr. Matt Lewis is a redeye bass expert, both as an academic and as an angler. He describes redeye bass as what you would get if you crossed a brook trout and a smallmouth bass, with the aggression of a bass but the habitat of a trout. In this episode, we discuss the recent decision to break redeye bass into five distinct species, what differentiates the species, where they’re found, the appropriate gear for targeting them, the threats they’re facing, and much more. Website: link Instagram: @...
Ep 119: The Great Lakes Salmon Run, with George Kaider
January 18, 2024 10:00 - 1 hourGeorge Kaider first came on the show (episode 95) to talk about fly fishing for pike. Now he is back to walk me through fishing for salmon in the Great Lakes, specifically king and coho salmon in Wisconsin. In addition to the gear, flies, and techniques needed for these species, he also throws in their other migratory species: lake-run browns and steelhead. We cover seasonality, bluelining some of the smaller tributaries, why fish eat when they’re not feeding, and much more. In the Flow Fly ...
Ep 118: Tenkara and Being at Home in the Backcountry, with Paul Vertrees
January 04, 2024 10:00 - 57 minutesPaul Vertrees is a guide at Royal Gorge Anglers in Cañon City, CO. He specializes in leading backcountry trips, often overnight, and using lightweight tenkara gear. In this episode, we discuss thriving vs. surviving while on remote trips, the myth that tenkara is only for small fish, how to handle larger fish on a tenkara rod, the pros and cons of using tenkara vs. western fly fishing gear, and much more. Blog: Tenkara Tracks YouTube: link Instagram: @tenkaratracks Facebook: /TenkaraTracks/ ...
Ep 117: Fly Fishing for Walleye and Catfish, with Jeff Liskay
December 21, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourJeff Liskay is the owner and operator of Great Lakes Flyfishing. Jeff has experience chasing many lesser-thought-of species on a fly, such as walleye, gar, and catfish. In this episode, we focus mostly on walleye, covering Jeff’s strategies for targeting them in the Great Lakes. Afterward, we also discuss how he changes his techniques to instead target channel catfish. Instagram: @greatlakesdude or @greatlakesflyfishingllc TikTok: @jeffliskay @greatlakesflyfishing Facebook: /greatlakesflyfis...
Ep 116: The Importance of Native Fish, with Bob Mallard
December 07, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourBob Mallard is the Executive Director of the Native Fish Coalition (NFC), a nonprofit dedicated to restoring and protecting native fish. In this episode, we talk about the origin of NFC, the work they do, what does and doesn’t work for fish conservation, the value of native species, and much more. Email: [email protected] Website: link Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 115: Steelhead, Bass, Pike, and Musky, with Dan Pribanic
November 23, 2023 10:00 - 56 minutesDan Pribanic is the owner of Chagrin River Outfitters in northeastern Ohio. They have an abundance of species nearby, including steelhead, smallmouth bass, pike, musky, and walleye. In this episode, we discuss what it’s like to open and run a fly shop, steelhead fishing in the Great Lakes tributaries, and how to target the various other species they have nearby. Website: link Facebook: /ChagrinRiverOutfitters Instagram: @chagrin_river_outfitters Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices....
Ep 114: Giant Brook Trout in Labrador, with Scott Muelrath
November 09, 2023 10:00 - 51 minutesScott Muelrath has taken many trips to Labrador over the years, but his favorite species to catch there are undoubtedly the giant brook trout that call the lakes in Labrador home. In this episode, he tells me about some of his trips, what it’s like to fish for such remote brook trout, the gear and techniques required, and much more. Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 113: Fishing, Writing, and Chocolate-making, with Tom Rosenbauer
October 26, 2023 09:00 - 57 minutesTom Rosenbauer is the author of over 20 fly fishing books, host of the Orvis Fly Fishing Podcast, Chief Enthusiast at Orvis, and one of the biggest names in the fly fishing world today. In this episode, Tom and I talk about how he got started in fly fishing, what it’s like to watch a trout stream go through seasonal cycles, beaver activity on his home stream, what gets him excited about fishing these days, making homemade chocolate, and much more. Orvis Fly-Fishing Podcast: Apple Podcasts Th...
Ep 112: Fishing and Podcasting, Guest Appearance on Wet Fly Swing
October 12, 2023 09:00 - 1 hourDave Stewart hosts the Wet Fly Swing Podcast and was generous enough to invite me on his show. He was also a guest on episode 96 of Fish Untamed. In this episode, I get to be on the other side of the microphone as Dave and I chat about backcountry fishing, ethical harvest, and some of the nitty-gritty details of running a podcast. Wet Fly Swing website: link Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 111: Brook Trout Updates and Troutman Success, with Palmer Henson
September 28, 2023 09:00 - 57 minutesPalmer Henson is a regular guest on the show, also appearing on episodes 3 and 62 to talk about his ongoing Georgia brook trout project. In this episode, he updates me on where the project currently stands and also fills me in on his recent Troutman completion in Wyoming. Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 110: Fishing the Alpine Backcountry, with Mark Merritt
September 14, 2023 09:00 - 52 minutesMark Merritt is a diehard alpine angler who spends most of his summers high in the backcountry fishing alpine lakes. When he’s not chasing cutthroats, he’s scouring the internet, books, and reports to find his next spot. In this episode, we talk about the resources he uses to plan his backcountry adventures, what he loves about the remote alpine setting, the gear he brings, and how to be a good steward of the resource. Instagram: @thedirewulff Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...
Ep 109: Completing a Troutwoman, with Katie Mazzia
August 31, 2023 12:00 - 59 minutesKatie Mazzia and I met at the Flyathlon many years ago and became fast friends. She is much more of a runner than I, and she recently completed her first Troutwoman, which included 26.2 miles of running, 3000 feet of elevation gain, four species of fish, and a 12% beer in under 12 hours. In this episode, she told me the story of her Troutwoman completion, how she prepared for it, and what she usually brings on her fishing trail runs. Instagram: @vail_buckeye Twitter: @vailrd Waypoint TV Lea...
Ep 108: Fishing the Vail Valley and Exploring the West, with Benny Piekarz
August 17, 2023 09:00 - 51 minutesBenny Piekarz is a guide and the General Manager of Colorado Angling Company. Benny and I met at a lodge in Belize and found out we were from the same neck of the woods. He has guided in Alaska, Colorado, Idaho, Wyoming, and Montana, and he also works as a private chef and carpenter. In this episode, we talk about his time in Belize, fishing around the Vail Valley, and some of his memorable experiences working around the West. Website: link Colorado Angling Website: link Ben’s Instagram: @be...
Ep 107: Fly Tying Tips, Tools, and Techniques, with Tim Cammisa
August 03, 2023 09:00 - 1 hourTim Cammisa is an expert fly tier and angler and is the owner of Trout and Feather. He is also the author of the book Fly Tying for Everyone, as well as an upcoming book about Euro-nymphing flies and techniques. In this episode, Tim covers the tools that every fly tier should have, common materials and how to go about substituting them, mistakes most beginners make, and much more. Website: Trout and Feather YouTube: link Instagram: @troutandfeather Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choic...
Ep 106: Belize Fishing Recap, with Mike Kusold
July 20, 2023 09:00 - 58 minutesI have a special guest for today’s episode. My brand new husband, Mike, is on the show to have a beer with me and recap our recent honeymoon trip to Belize. This was our first saltwater experience, and we had a blast chasing bonefish, tarpon, permit, barracuda, and plenty of other fish from a skiff and wading the flats on the Turneffe Atoll. Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 105: The Dirty Bomber and Atlantic Salmon, with Paul White
July 06, 2023 09:00 - 48 minutesPaul White is a counselor, angler, and writer. He has a story featured in the new book Tales of the Great Outdoors, which is a compilation of hunting and fishing stories from Newfoundland and Labrador. In his article, he recounts the creation of the Dirty Bomber fly, a variation he created that embraces the idea of excellence over perfection. In this episode, we talk about fishing as a way to improve mental health, fishing in Labrador, Atlantic salmon, and the creation of the Dirty Bomber fly...
Ep 104: The Wilds of Alaska, with Jeff Lund
June 22, 2023 09:00 - 57 minutesJeff Lund is the host of the Mediocre Alaskan Podcast and author of A Miserable Paradise: Life in Southeast Alaska. He also has an upcoming book, Beyond the Hunt, which will be released this May. In this episode, we talk about fishing in Alaska, how subsistence regulations work, and some of Jeff’s hunting and fishing adventures around the state. Website: https://www.themediocrealaskan.com/ Instagram: @alaskalund Instagram: @themediocrealaskan Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices....
Ep 103: A Life of Fly Fishing Travel, with Matt Podobinski
June 08, 2023 09:00 - 1 hourMatt Podobinski is a guide at Aniak River Lodge and host/guide at Fish Colombia. He is one of the most well-traveled guests I’ve ever had on the show, having fished in Alaska, Colombia, Bolivia, Chile, India, Mongolia, Seychelles, Brazil, Honduras, Panama, Argentina, and more. In this episode, he tells me about his adventures fishing around the world, including throwing giant spiders out of camp in the Amazon, fishing alongside fresh tiger tracks in India, and throwing squirrel flies for the ...
Ep 102: Saltwater 101, with Tom Rowland
May 25, 2023 09:00 - 1 hourTom Rowland has hosted and produced several fishing TV shows including Saltwater Experience, Into the Blue, and Life on the Water. He is also the founder of the Waypoint Podcast Network and Waypoint TV, and host of the Tom Rowland Podcast. Tom has a vast and diverse fishing knowledge, including many years of flats fishing experience. We are taking our first trip to saltwater fly fish this June in Belize. Naturally, I wanted to pick the brain of someone who knows what they’re doing. In this ep...
Ep 101: The People, Places, and Things that Go Into Fishing, with Matthew Lourdeau
May 11, 2023 09:00 - 52 minutesMatthew Lourdeau runs the Casting Across blog and podcast. I love the topics Matthew covers, which often include finding ways to connect more deeply with the things we enjoy doing. In this episode, we talk about how he got his start in the industry, how he transitioned to running Casting Across, ways to find out more about your local fly fishing history, and how to get “deeper” into the rich culture of fly fishing. Website: castingacross.com Casting Across Fly Fishing Podcast Instagram: @cas...
Ep 100: The Gila Traverse, with Patrick Bauman
April 27, 2023 09:00 - 1 hourPatrick Bauman is a fellow backcountry fishing enthusiast and the owner of Colter Backcountry, a company focused on lightweight, backcountry fishing gear. In this episode, we talk about the hurdles of carrying gear on big trips, how he created Colter Backcountry, and his recent attempt at completing the Troutman. He also tells me about his upcoming adventure, the Gila Traverse, which is a 700-mile trek he created to fish his way through the historic range of the Gila trout. Instagram: @colte...
Ep 99: Grand Teton Fly Fishing and Sustainability, with Scott Smith
April 13, 2023 09:00 - 56 minutesScott Smith is the managing owner and guide at Grand Teton Fly Fishing. In this episode, we talk about his local trout species, why cutthroats are such special fish, what the fishing is like around Jackson, what makes a good guide, and Scott’s vision for a more sustainable future in fly fishing. Scott’s Instagram: @ssflyfish Grand Teton Fly Fishing Instagram: @grandtetonflyfishing Website: grandtetonflyfishing.com Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 98: Fly Fishing for Smallmouth Bass, with Joe Davies
March 30, 2023 09:00 - 1 hourJoe Davies is a guide and the owner of Milwaukee River Fly Fishing. After working as a fashion designer and Olympic and World Cup Freestyle skiing coach, Joe has focused on his passion for fly fishing the waters of southeastern Wisconsin for smallmouths, pike, and carp. In this episode, we talk about all things related to smallmouth bass fishing, including gear, techniques, seasons, and much more. Milwaukee River Fly Fishing Website: link Instagram: @milwaukee_river_fly_fishing Waypoint TV ...
Ep 97: Backcountry Fishing, Camping, Hide Tanning, and More: Guest Appearance on Buffalo Roamer Outdoors
March 16, 2023 09:00 - 1 hourI recently got to be a guest on the Buffalo Roamer Outdoors Podcast and wanted to release the audio here on Fish Untamed as well. Will Collins, the host of Buffalo Roamer Outdoors, was also recently a guest on my show, covering backcountry canoeing and fishing. Over on his podcast, I got to talk about everything from fishing to hide tanning, and I had a great time chatting with him. Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 96: Swinging Flies for Steelhead, with Dave Stewart
March 02, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourDave Stewart is the host of the Wet Fly Swing Podcast and has been fishing for steelhead in the PNW since he was a child. In this episode, we talk about how he built one of the biggest fly fishing podcasts on the market, his recent trip to fish for Great Lakes steelhead, how the Great Lakes population compares to the steelhead of the PNW, steelhead life history, gear and techniques used to target them, and the magic of hooking one on the swing. Website: link Instagram: @wetflyswing Email: da...
Ep 95: Fly Fishing for Pike, with George Kaider
February 16, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourGeorge Kaider is an avid pike, musky, and smallmouth angler. He is also the owner of In the Flow Fly Fishing, a guide service in Wisconsin. In this episode, we dive deep into pike fishing on the fly. George walks me through the necessary gear, casting techniques, pike behavior, seasonality, landing tips, and much more. We also talk about the spiritual side of fly fishing and being “in the flow” on the water. In the Flow Fly Fishing Website: link Instagram: @zivio51 Guide Service Instagram: @...
Ep 94: Our 2022 Recap and 2023 Goals, with Mel Moss
February 02, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourOne of my best pals, Mel Moss, is back on the show for our annual New Year episode where we discuss our fishing goals from the last year, whether we achieved them, and what our goals for the upcoming year are. We cracked a few beers and had a great time catching up! Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 93: Backcountry Fishing and Canoeing, with Will Collins
January 19, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourWill Collins is the owner of Buffalo Roamer Outdoors, a guiding company focused on wilderness canoe and fishing trips. He also hosts a podcast of the same name. In this episode, we talk about the logistics of backcountry canoeing and fishing, including what you can bring, how to transport a canoe, how fly fishing works from a canoe, some of his favorite species to target, and some fun stories from his multi-month trips down some of the biggest rivers on the continent. Website: link Instagram...
Ep 92: Using Competition to Improve Your Skills, with Josh Miller
January 05, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourJosh Miller is the owner of Trout Yeah Guide Service and coach for the US Youth Fly Fishing Team, as well as a former member of Team USA. Josh has used his experience competing around the world to hone his fly fishing skills in a variety of settings. In this episode, we discuss how competition fly fishing works, the pros and cons of making fishing competitive, some of the lessons he’s learned over the years to make him a better angler, and how every angler can learn where to put their focus i...
Ep 91: Putting the Fun Back in Fishing, with Nick Fiorini
December 22, 2022 10:00 - 1 hourNick Fiorini is a Jackson-based guide with Grand Teton Fly Fishing, Wind River Canyon Whitewater and Fly Fishing, and Big Wind River Fly Fishing. In this episode, we talk about how he got into guiding, some stories from his recent saltwater fishing trips, advice for anyone looking to get into guiding, why we need to protect our local fisheries, and the importance of getting back to fishing for the fun of it. Instagram: @fish_with_fiorini Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
Ep 90: Ethical Harvesting, with Jess Gantos
December 08, 2022 10:00 - 1 hourJess Gantos is a hunter and angler who splits her time between New Mexico and Ohio. She is a Program Assistant Lead with Project Healing Waters, a new member of New Mexico Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, and Ohio Women on the Fly participant. In this episode, we talk about some of her recent hunts, how she practices ethical harvesting as a way to connect with her food and environment, and her first written piece accepted by a fly fishing magazine. Instagram: @justjessno_e Email: jessgantos...
Ep 89: Trout and the Creative Process, with Colton Wright
November 24, 2022 10:00 - 47 minutesColton Wright is a personal trainer by day and an artist by night. As an angler, most of his work centers around trout in various styles, including everything from watercolor to sculpture. In this episode, we talk about his love of getting into the backcountry for high country cutthroats, how he gets inspiration for his pieces, and how different art mediums lend themselves to capturing trout. Instagram @CreeksToPeaks Etsy Shop: link Email: [email protected] Waypoint TV Learn more ...
Ep 88: The Last Summer on the Sage, with Derek Bird
November 10, 2022 10:00 - 1 hourDerek Bird is a Founding Editor of Fly Fusion Magazine, Producer of the International Fly Fishing Film Festival (IF4), and author of a new novel called Last Summer on the Sage. In this episode, Derek and I run the gamut of topics, from how to handle the urge to grab a rod when you’re fishing with someone new to the sport, to seeing colorful characters on the water, and switching from nonfiction to fiction fly fishing writing. Instagram: @derekrbird Fly Fusion Website: link Buy the book: link...
Ep 87: The Community of Fishing, with Jess Suvak
October 27, 2022 09:00 - 1 hourI met Jess Suvak this past summer at the Middle Creek Flyathlon and knew right away that we would get along. She does things all-out, and used a new-found obsession with fly fishing to wean herself off her obsession with trailrunning ultra-marathons. In addition to fishing and running, Jess also recently went on her first squirrel hunt and plans to go on a deer hunt this November, too! In this episode, we talk about her transition from ultra-marathoner to avid angler, how she finds purpose in...
Ep 86: Fly Fishing and Glass Blowing, with Martin Gerdin
October 13, 2022 09:00 - 1 hourMartin Gerdin is a professional glassblower and passionate fly fisherman. He has combined his love of each by crafting one-of-a-kind glass trout pieces. Martin is inspired by the beautiful trout he catches and photographs himself, and he especially values native species in their historic range. In this episode, we talk about how he came to fly fishing through his journey of healing from addiction, how he began specializing in glass trout, and what goes into the glassblowing process. Also, p...
Ep 85: Fishing as a Performance-Enhancing Tool, with Ryan Estes
September 29, 2022 09:00 - 59 minutesRyan Estes has decades of fly fishing experience under his belt and has started focusing even more on mastering the craft and fine-tuning his skills. He also views fly fishing as a performance-enhancing tool, taking lessons he has learned on the water and applying them to his career, relationships, and spiritual discipline. In this episode, we talk about some ways fishing can improve other aspects of your life, lessons we have learned over the years, how fishing can bring friends closer toget...
Ep 84: The Entomology of Fly Fishing, with Rick Hafele
September 15, 2022 09:00 - 1 hourRick Hafele is an entomologist and avid fly fisherman. While Rick worked professionally in entomology for many years, he also enjoys applying his knowledge of bugs to his love of fishing. In this episode, we talk about entomology as it relates to trout, how fishes’ feeding behavior depends on what food sources are available, and some of the major groups of insects that are vital to a trout’s diet. Website: rickhafele.com Instagram: @rickhafele Waypoint TV Learn more about your ad choices. V...
Ep 83: Ursula Lake, with Charles Harper Webb
September 01, 2022 09:00 - 1 hourCharles Harper Webb is a Professor of English at California State University, former psychotherapist, poet, and author. His recent book, Ursula Lake, is a dark and thrilling story about a husband and wife trying to save their marriage and a rock musician trying to get his career back, all centered around a fly fishing trip in the Canadian wilderness. In this episode, Charles and I talk about how he incorporates his passion for fishing into his work, some of the small fly fishing details in th...
Ep 82: Catching Every Species in Colorado, with Holden Ryu and Adam Thiret
August 18, 2022 09:00 - 1 hourHolden Ryu and Adam Thiret, both going to school the rest of the year, spend their summers chasing a challenge they made for themselves: catching every gamefish species in CO. They’re not far from completing their challenge, and in this episode we talk about how the challenge came to be, some memorable experiences and species along the way, and the species they’re still working on (including a funny story about why the green sunfish, one of the easiest species on the list, is still uncaught)....
Ep 81: All Things Leaders, with Barry deCocq
August 04, 2022 09:00 - 1 hourBarry deCocq is the owner of American Fork Anglers and specializes in custom leaders, including Euro, tightline, and standard. Barry believes the leader is the most important part of a fly fishing setup and has the experience to back it up. In this episode, we discuss Euro nymphing, the differences between custom and storebought leaders, how different styles of leaders vary, what goes into custom tying them, and more. At the end, we also discuss how social media has been detrimental to hidden...
Ep 80: Living the Trout Bum Life, with Nick Hill
July 21, 2022 09:00 - 1 hourIn 2018, I traveled to Japan with a group of friends to ski the famous Hokkaido powder. One member of the group, Nick Hill, fell in love with Japan and decided to move there. Not long after, he became a trout bum, and he’s been immersing himself in Japan’s amazing fishing opportunities ever since. This is a pretty relaxed episode where we catch up on what he’s been up to, what it’s like being a trout bum in a foreign country, and some fun stories along the way. IG: @_nickhill_ Youtube: link ...
Ep 79: Fueling Yourself for the Backcountry, with Kyle Kamp
July 07, 2022 09:00 - 1 hourKyle Kamp is a dietician and owner of Valley to Peak Nutrition, a company designed to help people fuel themselves properly for rigorous backcountry adventures. After losing 140 pounds himself and moving out west where he was immersed in the outdoors, Kyle wanted to help others get the proper nutrition for their trips into the backcountry. In this episode, we discuss how to get the right amounts of calories, carbs, fats, and protein in the backcountry and why the right types of foods can make ...
Ep 78: More Stillwater Tips and Tricks, with Brian Chan
June 23, 2022 09:00 - 56 minutesBrian Chan is the owner/operator of Riseform Flyfishing Ventures and guides stillwater fly fishing trips. Before guiding, Brian was a Provincial Fisheries Biologist for 35 years. He also writes a regular column in Fly Fusion Magazine and co-hosts the Sport Fishing on the Fly TV show. In this episode, we start by going over trout biology in lakes, including their feeding patterns, seasonal movements, and more. Then, we transition into fishing tips and techniques that are informed by these biol...
Ep 77: Fishing Stillwaters, with Phil Rowley
June 09, 2022 09:00 - 1 hourPhil Rowley is the owner of Phil Rowley Fly Fishing and has over 35 years of fly fishing experience, primarily focused on stillwaters. He is also an author, speaker, video producer, brand ambassador, online instructor, YouTube creator, guide, and co-host of The New Fly Fisher TV show. In this episode, we discuss all things stillwater including flies, leaders, techniques, and finding fish. Phil also has a new book out called The Orvis Guide to Stillwater Trout Fishing. Facebook: /PhilRowleyFl...