Fly Girl Fish
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Casting For Recovery with Eileen Kelly
October 08, 2020 11:30 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MBOur guest for this episode is Eileen Kelly. Eileen volunteers as a Casting Instructor for Georgia’s Casting for Recovery Program. Casting for Recovery (CFR) provides outdoor retreats for women with breast cancer at no cost to the participants. These retreats provide healing and support for women with breast cancer of all ages, in all stages of treatment and recovery. Fly fishing provides a perfect opportunity to enjoy nature and to learn a new skill that provides a peaceful way to spend time ...
Jimmy Harris & Jake Darling Open Unicoi Outfitters General Store
September 24, 2020 08:30 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MBToday we celebrate with Jimmy Harris and Jake Darling of Unicoi Outfitters as they open a new store in Clarksville, GA. This year has been really hard on small businesses, but at Unicoi things are looking up. Today the guys talk to us about the new store and how COVID has affected the fly fishing industry. Guests: Jimmy Harris Jake Darling Website: www.unicoioutfitters.com Phone: 706-878-3083 Email: [email protected] Social Media: Facebook Instagram This is Fly Girl Fish episode...
One Year of Fly Girl Fish
September 17, 2020 08:30 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MBHappy 1 Year Anniversary Fly Girl Fish! We made it! We are so thankful for all the support we’ve received from the Fly Fishing Community, family and friends. With this episode we look back on how Fly Girl Fish started and how we made it through our first year. Thank you to all our guests; not one of you hesitated for a second when we asked you to be on our Podcast, and we’re so grateful. We also want to thank our Marketing Director, Becca Powell, who keeps all our social media on track, we wo...
Annie Margarita, a Pioneer Woman
September 10, 2020 08:30 - 40 minutes - 28.2 MBFly Fishing Angler, leather artist, painter, muralist, Marine Veteran, interior designer, and so much more. Annie has had a life rich in the fly fishing community and the creative arts. Her work is stunningly beautiful and her story is full of adventure. Thanks Annie, we loved talking with you. Guest: Annie Margarita Email: [email protected] Phone: 541-215-2022 Websites: AnnieMargarita.com FlyGirlLeather.com Social Media: Facebook YouTube Bio: Annie has been a professional artist si...
Fly Girl Fish Welcomes Bob Clouser – Our One Year Anniversary Guest!
September 03, 2020 11:30 - 46 minutes - 32.3 MBFly Girl Fish is honored to have Bob Clouser on our very special One Year Anniversary Episode! Bob Clouser is a long time high profile smallmouth bass guide and innovative fly tier. Any one who fishes knows the Clouser Minnow! Bob is a great supporter of the environment and of bringing our younger generation into the sport of Fly Fishing. Bob and Jacqueline Prock join us for this episode from Pennsylvania where Bob guided and fishes the Susquehanna River near his home in Middletown. Join us f...
Throwback Thursday with Heather Hodson
August 27, 2020 11:30 - 37 minutes - 26 MBA passionate critical care nurse, avid amateur photographer, angler and founder of United Women on the Fly, Heather Hodson has lots to share. United Women on The Fly has exploded into a national group where women and some men come together to learn and fish. Heather puts education and handling fish at the forefront of her mission as she travels and visits different chapters of UWOTF across the nation. About Heather: Heather Hodson @northwestflygirl – Founder of United Women on the Fly. Heathe...
Throwback Thursday with Jackie Kutzer and Chrissy Atkins
August 20, 2020 11:30 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBJackie Kutzer and Christine (Chrissy) Atkins are the Co-Leaders of the Orvis led initiative 50/50 On The Water. In 2017, Orvis started the 50/50 On The Water campaign to bring Gender Parity to the sport of Fly Fishing. Jackie and Chrissy have been the movers and shakers leading the way ever since, and it hasn’t been easy! They have had the support of the Fly Fishing Community, including industry leaders who stand behind supporting women when it comes to equipment, education and resources. Get...
Throwback Thursday with Heather Harkavy
August 13, 2020 11:30 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBListening to Heather talk is so infectious. You can hear her passion for the sport of fly fishing. Heather loves to bring change to young women at all skill levels of angling from all over the world through fly fishing. Fishing can change lives, and with Fish For Change, the organization Heather is involved in, it can happen in your hometown town or in exotic places that not only help locals in that region, but speak to the heart of anglers everywhere. Heather has a long history of fishing al...
Throwback Thursday and Liz Lists: Beginner Mistakes
August 06, 2020 11:30 - 37 minutes - 26 MBIt’s TBT with Liz Lucabaugh. In this episode from last November, she brought her first Liz List to the FGF, sharing her experiences and lessons learned during her early years of Fly Fishing. Liz is an avid Angler, Outdoors Woman and Animal Lover. Liz is the current president of The Georgia Women Fly Fishers and the primary coordinator of the club’s Annual Casting for Confidence, a day of fishing & fun for women cancer survivors. Liz and her husband Devon, and their chocolate lab Chip, share t...
Throwback Thursday with Tori Walburn
July 29, 2020 23:30 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBFor the month of August it will be TBTs with Fly Girl Fish! Join us as we post a few of our favorite episodes from 2019. Kicking it off is Episode 003 with Tori Walburn. Tori was our first guest on Fly Girl Fish. We’re so grateful Tori was brave enough to join us as we were just learning the ropes of podcasting. Fishing with Tori is the most positive experience you will have on the water. Her enthusiasm and love of Fly Fishing is contagious and never ending. Tori is a Board Member for Georgia...
Throw Back Thursday with Tori Walburn
July 29, 2020 23:30 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBFor the month of August it will be TBTs with Fly Girl Fish! Join us as we post a few of our favorite episodes from 2019. Kicking it off is Episode 003 with Tori Walburn. Tori was our first guest on Fly Girl Fish. We’re so grateful Tori was brave enough to join us as we were just learning the ropes of podcasting. Fishing with Tori is the most positive experience you will have on the water. Her enthusiasm and love of Fly Fishing is contagious and never ending. Tori is a Board Member for Georgia...
When Lifestyle Magazines And Fly-Fishing Cross – A Chat With Sue Collins
July 22, 2020 23:30 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBWhen Editor Sue Collins, of several Lifestyle Publications, was first introduced to fly fishing, it was to gain knowledge before writing an article. That experience was so motivating that she picked up a fly rod and has not looked back since. Now Sue, a fellow member of Georgia Women’s Fly Fishers is out on the water as much as she can. Today we talk with Sue about what she has learned. Guest: Sue Collins Website: www.lifestylepubs.com Social Media: Instagram Bio: Sue Collins is an Atlanta-ba...
Bass Fishing 101 On The Fly with Captain Debbie Hanson
July 15, 2020 23:30 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBSouth west Florida has some amazing freshwater fisheries, and if you plan a trip with Captain Debbie Hanson, you are sure to have fun. Debbie is focused on making your freshwater fly-fishing experience customized to you, your experience level, and your expectations. This podcast is packed full of valuable information on bass fishing on the fly and Debbie has a wealth of knowledge on what Florida has to offer the freshwater fly angler. Guest: Debbie Hanson Phone: 239-233-4930 Website: www.shef...
10 Commandments of Fly-Fishing Etiquette with Liz Lucabaugh
July 08, 2020 23:30 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBEtiquette, unspoken things and spoken things happen when we are out fishing. There may be some things we know, and some things that we are not aware of. Liz Lucabaugh is the president of Georgia Women’s Fly Fishers. Today she digs into Fly-Fishing etiquette. This is part one of a series of etiquette commandments that Liz brings to us at Fly Girl Fish with a lighthearted approach. You might relate, and are certainly welcome to laugh along with us. Guest: Liz Lucabaugh This is Fly Girl Fish e...
Foraging for Fish with Megan Scott Scripts
July 01, 2020 23:32 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBIn this installment of our Artist Series, we talk with Megan about her talents for turning foraging opportunities in the forests and woods into beautiful pieces of natural art. Megan turns shelf fungi, weathered wood, paint and other natural materials into painted fish, wildlife, and scenes of nature. Guest: Megan Scott Scripts Email: [email protected] Social Media: Facebook Instagram Bio: My name is Megan Scripps, I’m a 35 year old stay at home mother of two beautiful boys, Declan (5)...
Jill Holland Turns Trout Pottery
July 01, 2020 23:31 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBIt all started innocently enough when Jill’s sister asked for some of Jill’s pottery pieces for a silent auction. The custom designed pottery with designs of trout and flies quickly took off. We talk to Jill today about her artwork and how she crafts her designs which are useful and functional. Meet Jill Holland, owner and potter of Twinkle Tree Pottery. Guest: Jill Holland Website: twinkletreepottery.com Social Media: Facebook Instagram Bio: Growing up in Little Rock, Arkansas, one of my fav...
Kara Schuett is Yellow Sally
June 24, 2020 23:30 - 34 minutes - 24 MBKara Schuett is a fly-fishing angler, guide, and founder of Yellow Sally Women & Girls’ Fly-Fishing Clothing & Accessories. Kara began operating a drift boat and guiding anglers in her home state of Montana. She has continued to grow Yellow Sally offering women and girls a selection of great fishy clothes! Meet Kara Schuett of Yellow Sally. Guest: Kara Schuett Website: www.yellowsallyfishing.com Email: [email protected] Social Media: Facebook Instagram Bio: Starting from childhood,...
Hannah Griffin Turns Passion Into Art
June 17, 2020 23:30 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBAtlanta based Hannah Griffin always had an eye for art and her family always enjoyed the outdoors, especially fly fishing. Hannah creates abstracted, expressionistic reproductions of photographs and memories through vibrant colors and bold brush strokes. She creates fly patterns on canvas. Hannah enjoys the shine, the sparkle, and the texture of creating her designs on canvas. On today’s podcast, Hannah tells us how she does it. Guest: Hannah Griffin Website: www.hannahgriffinart.com Email: ...
Women Wine & Waders: West Virginia’s Hidden Gem
June 10, 2020 23:30 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBPamela Caldwell Dunlap is the founder of Women Wine & Waders. Finding a passion for fly fishing later in life, Pamela discovered how therapeutic being out on the water can be for the mind, body, and soul. According to Pam, Fly Fishing brought her peace at time in her life when she truly needed it. Women Wine & Waders was born so Pamela could share her love of fly fishing with other women. Women can experience how wonderful it can be to relax, laugh, fish, and forget about the world for a mome...
Katie Cahn – Angler, Guide, Metalsmith and So Much More
June 03, 2020 23:30 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBFly Girl Fish welcomes Katie Cahn. Katie has such enthusiasm, sense of adventure and resilience, we loved having her share her experiences with us. Katie has been through some very challenging times in her life and it has always brought her back to the peace of Fly Fishing. We believe her journey will inspire you as much as it did us. Not only is Katie a talented guide and angler, she creates beautiful one of a kind jewelry, featured on her website Dirt Road Wares. Enjoy our podcast with Kati...
Wanda Taylor: An Icon of the Fly Fishing Community
May 27, 2020 23:30 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MBWanda Taylor has led the way for women anglers since the 1980’s. Wanda not only has a wealth of knowledge and experience in practically every area of Fly Fishing, she continues to give back to the community in so many ways by teaching and supporting Women Veterans, Cancer survivors and anglers of all ages and levels of experience. She shared her incredible journey with Fly Girl Fish, including her friendships with Fly Fishing legends Joan Wulff and Lefty Kreh! We hope you enjoy our time with ...
Meet Gabriellla Hoffman, Washington DC Media Strategist and Fly Fisher
May 20, 2020 23:30 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MBFly Girl Fish welcomes Gabriella Hoffman, Media Strategist, Award-Winning Outdoor Writer and Avid Angler. Gabriella Fly Fishes, hunts and devotes the majority of her time to conservation issues and policies that affect our environment. She is also the creator and host of The District of Conservation Podcast. Gabriella’s dedication to the outdoors, conservation and use of social media to spread the word is evident in everything she does. So sit back and enjoy today’s conversation with Gabriell...
A Young Angler Who is Breaking the Fly Fishing Glass Ceiling!
May 13, 2020 23:30 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBWhen Fly Girl Fish finished interviewing Stevie for this episode – the one word to describe her was WOW! This young Angler has the enthusiasm, dedication and humor that makes an impression. What we found most enduring was her humility and ability to laugh at herself and laugh at her mistakes (check out the chandelier story). She approaches challenges and barriers as part of the process to grow and learn, not just about Fly Fishing but about life. She also has had to adjust her outlook and at...
The Orvis 50/50 On The Water Initiative – Two women who are Leading the Way & Making it Happen!
May 06, 2020 23:30 - 46 minutes - 32 MBJackie Kutzer and Christine (Chrissy) Atkins are the Co-Leaders of the Orvis led initiative 50/50 On The Water. In 2017, Orvis started the 50/50 On The Water campaign to bring Gender Parity to the sport of Fly Fishing. Jackie and Chrissy have been the movers and shakers leading the way ever since, and it hasn’t been easy! They have had the support of the Fly Fishing Community, including industry leaders who stand behind supporting women when it comes to equipment, education and resources. Get...
Fly Fishing with Charlotte
April 30, 2020 11:30 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBCharlotte is an up and coming young angler full of excitement and enthusiasm! We met Charlotte and her father at the Atlanta Fly Fishing Show earlier this year. She was eager to share her love of fly fishing with us and her passion for the sport is contagious! Charlotte does not hesitate when taking on a moving river, fly fishing classes, or learning new techniques with the support of her father. Charlotte is still in grammar school but she gets in her fishing time and continues to grow as an...
Fishing for Change with Heather Harkavy
April 23, 2020 11:30 - 39 minutes - 27 MBFishing can change lives, and with Fish For Change, the organization Heather is involved in, it can happen in your hometown town or in exotic places that not only help locals in that region, but speak to the heart of anglers everywhere. Heather has a long history of fishing along side her dad in the Florida keys. With Heather by her Dad’s side, she learned conservation and cares deeply about her natural surroundings. Today, she is giving back some of the passion she feels for fly fishing to s...
Caring for Trout with Trout Biologist, Sarah Baker
April 16, 2020 11:30 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBIt’s Sarah Bakers job to make sure we have trout to fish in our Georgia waters. Have you ever thought, who cares for the trout before they are released, either in delayed harvest or through out the year? It’s the Georgia Department of Natural Resources and biologists like Sarah Baker, Trout Biologist from the Wildlife Resources Division of the DNR who take their job very seriously, wade in our waters year round, testing, recording data, and making sure our trout are healthy, growing and spawn...
Deighan is Her Name, Fly Fishing is Her Game
April 09, 2020 11:30 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBIf you have fished since you were two years old, you’re probably a master. But, if you’re still fishing at age 10 and mastering the skills of a master, you might be a prodigy. Meet Deighan, also known as Lil D, a young lady who has been fishing since she was two years old using spin equipment. That didn’t last long though. She quickly left that discipline to develop her fly fishing skills with her Dad and dog Ranger by her side. She hasn’t looked back since. Lil D talked with us at FGF about ...
Women On A Mission with Jackie Kutzer
April 02, 2020 11:30 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBJackie Kutzer started as a retail associate for the Orvis company. Now, because of the passion she saw in her customers and now husband, Orvis Casting Instructor, Peter Kutzer, Jackie is on a new mission. Her fly fishing story began at Orvis but now is soaring to new heights as the Co-Founder of 50/50 On The Water. Jackie has a love for salt water angling but with fly fishing she fell in love not only with her husband Pete, but with the art of the fly cast and that love lead her to learn more...
Makin’ it Happen! with Devin Lancaster
March 26, 2020 23:30 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBFly Girl Fish recently spent time with Devin Lancaster, founder of Southern Hackle Outfitters in Atlanta. Devin brings his love and knowledge of the outdoors to everything he does. He was learning to cast & mend a fly line with his father at the age of 7 and learning ways to be prepared for situations he may face in the wilderness. As his fly fishing skills improved, he gained a love and passion for wild brown trout and the native brook trout found in the headwater streams of the north Georgi...
Fish Girl Glass with Kristin Ellis
March 19, 2020 11:30 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBAs the first to air in our “artist series” Kristin Ellis, who owns Fish Girl Glass, talks to us about her talents in stained glass. Kristin designs and creates beautiful stained glass pieces for anglers, hunters, and others in beautiful glass colors. Her craft allows her to work closely with her clients thru commission, and to carefully piece together a stained glass design inside of a clients favorite old fish net frame, or just a free flowing design based on the clients desire. Kristin acce...
Rivers and Relationships with Justin and Becca Powell
March 12, 2020 21:30 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBJustin and Becca Powell met and we’re married on the river. Both have had a relationship with the river and the sport of fly fishing prior to meeting. Fly Girl Fish wanted to talk with Justin and Becca to see what benefits there are to being a husband and wife team out on the water. We wanted to know what were the do’s and don’ts of fishing with your partner, how can it benefit each other, and what are the little secrets to successfully getting it done out there. Tune in today to hear Justin ...
Liz Lists: Ups and Downs of Strike Indicator Fishing
March 05, 2020 12:30 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBLiz Lucabaugh is back with one of her lists that she does so well. Today we go over the pros and cons of using a strike indicator. There are situations where it’s good and others where it might not work as well as we think. Liz is the president of Georgia Women Fly Fishers. She is passionate about teaching women and girls this amazing sport and sharing her knowledge with others. Guest: Liz Lucabaugh Georgia Women Fly Fishers This is Fly Girl Fish episode 025, first aired on 03/05/2020.
Chattahoochee Conservation with Jess Sterling
February 27, 2020 12:30 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBWhat a precious resource we have running right thru the state of Georgia. Jess Sterling is on staff at Chattahoochee Riverkeeper and they are everywhere on the river doing floating classrooms, collecting trash, collecting water samples, and rallying corporations and volunteers to get out there and take part in keeping our “hooch” as clean for us and future generations as she can. Guest: Jess Sterling Website: chattahoochee.org Email: [email protected] Phone (Atlanta Office): 404-352...
Froghair for Fishing with Heidi Black
February 20, 2020 12:30 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBYour tippet is one of the most important parts of your fishing experience while out on the river. Froghair was born from an unexpected result of an experimental process. Today that result has turned into one of the strongest most respected brands of tippet out there. Today we talk with Heidi Black, who together with her husband Dale, own Froghair that manufactures tippet, monofilament, and leader line for the fishing industry. Heidi shares the story and the scientific process of how tippet is...
Women in Waders… That Fit!
February 13, 2020 12:30 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBMiss Mayfly owner, Kimberly Ranalla, talks with Diane and Sylvia about how a need for right fitting waders for her daughter turned into a business. Kimberly knew that this was what she needed to do after suffering a serious injury that caused a career change. Today, Kimberly is on the road to fitting women of all shapes and sizes into her beautifully designed waders made just for women. Keep an eye on Kimberly. Her passion for what women need drives her forward to designing lifestyle fashion ...
Heather Hodson and United Women On The Fly
February 06, 2020 00:30 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBA passionate critical care nurse, avid amateur photographer, angler and founder of United Women on the Fly, Heather Hodson has lots to share. United Women on The Fly has exploded into a national group where women and some men come together to learn and fish. Heather puts education and handling fish at the forefront of her mission as she travels and visits different chapters of UWOTF across the nation. About Heather: Heather Hodson @northwestflygirl – Founder of United Women on the Fly. Heathe...
The Ripple Effect with Jen Ripple Editor-In-Chief DUN Magazine
December 12, 2019 00:30 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBFor the past ten years, Jen Ripple has been living a changed life since she walked into a fly shop to learn how to tie flies. It was that class that made her fall in love with all things fly. Jen has learned a lot since that first time, but what she quickly discovered is that women are not new to this sport at all. Going all the way back to the 1490’s, Jen learned that women were writing books, tying flies, and had the grit needed in the early days to stand proud and hold very prominent place...
A Force of Nature – meet Becca K. Powell
December 06, 2019 00:30 - 38 minutes - 26.1 MBWhen we describe Becca K. Powell as a force of nature, we mean she’s full of energy, unstoppable and unforgettable! Becca is as passionate about the environment as she is about Fly Fishing – that’s what we love about her. As development director for the nonprofit Chattahoochee Riverkeeper, Becca works every day in one way or another bringing awareness to the Chattahoochee River that serves more than 5 million Georgians and provides trout fishing at it’s finest. Her passion and love for Fly Fi...
The Gift of a Lifetime
November 28, 2019 12:30 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBWhat is it like to have a Mom who is a fly fishing angler? My son Ian is not a fly fisherman, he’s a musician, a golfer and an absolute IT whiz and he’s been by my side for 31 years. After a long road from addiction to recovery, I was looking for a new focus in my life. Out of the blue one day, Ian said to me “You should learn how to fly fish”. I had to stop and think, where did that idea come from? Of course, I love fishing, but hadn’t fished in many years. I had never even thought of fly f...
The 12 Days of Fishmas with Jimmy Harris
November 21, 2019 12:30 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MBThe Fly Girl Fish girls issued a challenge to Jimmy Harris, Co-Owner of Unicoi Outfitters: find 12 items that an angler would love to receive as a holiday gift, but keep it under $100. Jimmy loved the challenge because it really made him think about what is necessary for a new angler in this gadget heavy sport. We all love gadgets, but Jimmy selected 12 items he felt were key to having a good experience on the water. We were impressed by how knowledgeable and willing Jimmy was to welcome Fly ...
Family, Fishing & Friends with Shandy Danford and Callie Freeman
November 14, 2019 12:30 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBWhether you get out on the water with Dad or with friends, you’re building great memories. Today’s guests, Shandy and Callie, both had great experiences with their fathers, which are dear to their heart. A fishing event is also the place where Shandy and Callie met. Today they enjoy fly fishing together in the state of Oregon. Trout, steelhead, and salmon are all fair game with these two ladies. They talk openly about the mental shift it takes when you go from catch and keep, to catch and rel...
Beginner Mistakes with Liz Lucabaugh
November 07, 2019 12:30 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBAvid Angler, Outdoors Woman and Animal Lover – Liz Lucabaugh shares her experiences and lessons learned during her early years of Fly Fishing. Liz is the current VP of The Georgia Women Fly Fishers and the primary coordinator of the club’s Annual Casting for Confidence, a day of fishing & fun for women cancer survivors. Liz and her husband Devon, and their chocolate lab Chip, share their love of the outdoors by maintaining a Blog, DuckWild Adventures, where they share their fishing and huntin...
Mack Bryson: Leaving a Legacy
October 31, 2019 11:30 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MB30 years ago, when Mack developed a passion for trout fishing, he didn’t think it would turn into a business. Now that he owns and operates Southeastern Flyworks, Mack is beginning to teach his own daughters Reynolds and Parker how to tie flies on their own for the pure enjoyment of the craft. Mack was mentored into the sport of fly fishing as a boy in Virginia. Today, now in Albany Georgia, Mack is widely known for tying exquisite custom flies for anglers around the country. Today’s podcast...
Rods, Lines, and Tippets Oh My!
October 24, 2019 11:30 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBWhat length rod should you use? What do the line weights mean? How many lines are on this thing? In what order do they go on? Help! Today the FGF girls talk about the most basic parts of your fly rod and lines you’ll need to get out on the water. It can be very confusing if you haven’t been fly fishing for a long time or it has never been explained to you. Listen in and see if you learn something new. This is Fly Girl Fish episode 007, first aired on 10/24/2019. Photo credit: Wikimedia Commons
Gear and Gadgets
October 17, 2019 11:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MBIt can be exciting and a bit overwhelming to select the right equipment and gear to get started. There’s so many gadgets to choose from! The reality is that a hemostat, clippers, tippet holder, whistle, flys (of course!) and a few other key pieces are all most beginners need to get out on the water to begin their fly fishing experience. After that you can add new items as you go. Today the FGF girls are talking about the most basic essentials you’ll need to get a good start on the water. Thi...
Happy Feet
October 09, 2019 11:30 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MBOne of the most important pieces of equipment you’ll ever need when you’re out on the water are boots to keep your feet comfortable, warm, and dry. Boots are a key part in keeping your feet happy, and when your feet are happy, you’ll be out there fishing longer. Today, the fly girls Diane and Sylvia talk about the different types of boots to consider before heading out. Links: Orvis Fishing Reports Whacking Fatties The Fly Fishing Show – Atlanta Ga This is Fly Girl Fish episode 005, first ai...
Wader, There’s a Fish in My Suit!
October 03, 2019 11:30 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBAll kidding aside, waders are one of the most important pieces of equipment you will need when fly fishing. Fishing is not limited to one season, and the habitat where trout and other species live usually needs cold, running, oxygenated water. Selecting the right size waders for comfort and protection from cold temperatures is what today’s podcast is about. Join the FGF girls as they help us understand what to look for when selecting the right waders for you. This is Fly Girl Fish episode 004...
Meet September’s Special Guest, Tori Walburn
September 26, 2019 11:30 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBMeet Tori Walburn. Tori is our first guest on Fly Girl Fish, and she really brought her love for the sport, enthusiasm, and excitement to today’s podcast. You’ll hear it in her voice. Today we talk with Tori about all of her fishing past, present, and future. Thank you for joining us. Tori’s Bio: With an undeniable passion for life, Tori Walburn is sure to brighten anyone’s day with her animated spirit. By day, Tori rocks her Oxfords at a real estate law firm. Once the weekend hits you can...
Help! Where do I start?
September 19, 2019 11:30 - 10 minutes - 7.47 MBIn our world of endless information, it’s still hard to drill down deep enough to find the information we need. Fly Fishing is no different. In today’s episode, the Fly Girls discuss some of the resources they have found helpful for getting started in the sport, like instructor-led fly fishing classes, where to fish in your area, how to read the water, what types of flies to use, local information, and more. This is Fly Girl Fish episode 002, first aired on 09/19/2019.