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Peaks Fly Fishing Podcast

61 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratings

Often recorded in the river, the Peaks Fly Fishing podcast is mainly geared around fishing trips in and around the Derbyshire Peak District & South Yorkshire. Sit back and listen to the river trickling past and discover the waters where Isaak Walton fished and the fish that live in them. Take in the magic of those hidden urban streams and the gems that can be caught. Recorded by fly fishing author, film maker and pro-coach David Johnson on his local rivers and sometimes further afield too. I fall in so you don't have to.

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Episodes

Fly Fishing Podcast - Grayling In A Rising River

February 07, 2024 10:12 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MB

With some unexpected overnight rain, the river has risen suddenly. David breaks out his trusty euro-nymph outfit to try and target some Grayling in difficult conditions!

Fly Fishing Podcast - Grayling In The Snow

December 01, 2023 14:33 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MB

Winter is well and truly here. With freezing temperatures and a light flurry of snow, David heads out on to the river in search of that wonderful winter fish, the Grayling!

Fly Fishing Podcast - Upstream Streamer Fishing

September 15, 2023 11:59 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MB

Fishing a streamer upstream and hooking trout on the dead drift is a super exciting method. In this episode, David fishes some ideal fast pocket water on a river flowing through a woodland gorge. It's a hot summers day, Will the fish be up for it?!

Fly Fishing Podcast - Salmon And Sea Trout

July 28, 2023 14:42 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MB

In this episode David has travelled north to fish for Salmon & Sea Trout. A passionate Salmon angler, David is fishing on the back of high water and hoping to hook one of these elusive fish. Will there be a running fish or a resident in one of the large holding pools, waiting to grab a fly?  Listen to find out! 

Fly Fishing Podcast - Summer Nymphing

June 28, 2023 11:25 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MB

After a hot spell, the river has cooled down, and there is a bit of extra water. It sounds like great conditions for exploring some new bits of the river! Join David as he investigates a few new pools on a lovely summer afternoon.

Fly Fishing Podcast - Mayfly Time

May 31, 2023 09:56 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MB

In this episode, David explores a beautiful limestone stream in search of some Mayfly feeders. After a few tremendous prior evening rises, will the fish be up for another evening of epic Mayfly action? 

Fly Fishing Podcast - Small Stream Dries

May 02, 2023 15:02 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MB

After a small winter break, the Peaks Fly Fishing Podcast is back for a new fly fishing season! In this episode, David moves further north to try and tempt some wild browns on the dry fly.

Fly Fishing Podcast - In Search Of A New Year Grayling

January 11, 2023 10:48 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MB

The river is lapping onto the meadows and holding colour. In less-than-ideal conditions, David ventures out to try and catch his first fish of 2023, one of the good head of Grayling found in the river. Will the rod get bent or will it be a pleasant walk on a Winter day?!

Fly Fishing Podcast - Late Summer Nymphing

November 02, 2022 07:12 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MB

Recorded in late summer during the Trout season, it's another day of tough conditions with low water and bright sunshine. This time David searches some of the likely Summer runs for Trout & Grayling with Euro tactics. It's a stunning day to be on the river, but will it be a day of bent rods?

Fly Fishing Podcast - Streamer Fishing On The River

September 29, 2022 08:18 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MB

In this episode David ventures onto the river with a streamer outfit to try and tempt some bigger fish. It is a cooler wet day but just after the summer heatwave - will the fish be back on form?

Fly Fishing Podcast - Chasing Trout On Dries

June 22, 2022 15:23 - 31 minutes - 29 MB

In this episode, David explores a more urban environment and discovers a stunning piece of river. The mayfly hatch has peaked but surely a few Trout will take an interest in his Grey Wulf!

Fly Fishing Podcast - Chasing Early Season Trout

April 13, 2022 16:02 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MB

In this episode, David heads to the upper reaches of the river in search of early season Trout. The weather is changeable but the scenery is beautiful as he uses the Duo method to prospect for wild brownies.

Fly Fishing Podcast - In Search Of A Christmas Grayling

January 12, 2022 16:20 - 36 minutes - 33 MB

In this episode, David ventures out on a cold, frosty morning just before Christmas in search of Grayling. The river is up a little and coloured but it's the perfect festive morning for a little nymphing for hidden silver treasures in the peak District.

Fly Fishing Podcast - Nymphing For Grayling

November 04, 2021 17:11 - 40 minutes - 46.2 MB

The leaves are beginning to turn, which can only mean one thing - Grayling fishing! It's a stunning early Autumn day and David makes his way through the meadowland of the Peaks searching for Grayling in the clear limestone water.

Fly Fishing Podcast - Saltwater Fly Fishing In Anglesey

September 24, 2021 11:37 - 47 minutes - 53.8 MB

In this episode, David fishes from a rocky headland on Anglesey. It's a perfect day for chasing Pollack and Wrasse with the chance of a bonus Mackeral or Bass. This deepwater mark looks stunning on a glorious summer day but will it reveal its secrets!

Fly Fishing Podcast- Dry Fly Fishing For Trout

July 20, 2021 19:35 - 41 minutes - 47 MB

A spring challenge! A beautiful limestone stream, perfect conditions but nothing is rising. David faces the hard task of trying to tempt fish on dries when nothing wants to come to the surface. Will he find the right fly or will this be a victory for the fish?

Fly Fishing Podcast - Euro Nymphing The Bridge Pool

June 03, 2021 16:31 - 32 minutes - 37.5 MB

The water temperature is cold and the levels high. David finally gets to fish a superb bridge pool he has been watching for the last 20 years. Will it be as good as it looks?

Fly Fishing Podcast - Early Season Trout

April 21, 2021 11:08 - 29 minutes - 33.5 MB

David is finally back out on the water, but there is a cold easterly blowing through the valley. Whatever happens, the beauty of this wooded gorge and the uplifting feeling of being outdoors after a long Winter inside will make this a day to enjoy.

Fly Fishing Podcast - Winter Grayling

December 31, 2020 08:05 - 32 minutes - 36.6 MB

It's a bitterly cold winter day, with snow-topped hills surrounding the river. David ventures to his favourite winter Grayling pool but with a swollen river will the Grayling be on the feed?

Fly Fishing Podcast - Autumn Graying

October 26, 2020 17:44 - 58 minutes - 67.4 MB

In this episode, It's a stunning Autumn day, David revisits an elusive pool which looks perfect but has never quite produced the goods on previous visits. Will it be any different this year when he fishes using czech nymphs and killer bugs.

Fly Fishing Podcast - Unexpected Dry Fly Fishing For Grayling

September 09, 2020 13:32 - 41 minutes - 47.2 MB

In this episode, David sets out to the river on a perfect early Autumn morning. The intention is fishing some deep nymphs for Grayling but rising fish force a change of tactics!

Fly Fishing Podcast - Dry Fly Fishing For Trout

July 23, 2020 12:00 - 33 minutes - 38.1 MB

It's a bright sunny day and David is out on the river chasing trout and grayling on a dry fly. The aromatic scent of wild garlic is in the air and the sunshine is glinting on the river like a thousand diamonds - a beautiful day to be out but not ideal for dry fly - will David succeed!

Fly Fishing Podcast - Wild Brown Trout With The Klink & Dink

May 27, 2020 08:14 - 38 minutes - 44.3 MB

In this episode, David makes an early start to fish a small stream with a klink & dink set up. The woods are full of bluebells and it's a stunning spring day but will David manage to snare one of these crafty wild brown trout?

Fly Fishing Audiobook - Chapter 5 - Where The Bright Waters Meet By Harry Plunket Greene.

May 08, 2020 07:48 - 53 minutes - 61.1 MB

I will be recording and publishing some audiobooks of old fly fishing classics starting with Where The Bright Waters Meet by Harry Plunket Greene. Due to their age, these books are out of copyright. The normal monthly fly fishing podcast will be back on as soon as the lockdown has finished and we are allowed out to fish...

Studio Podcast - Fly Fishing Leaders For Beginners

April 22, 2020 15:00 - 19 minutes - 21.9 MB

In this studio-based podcast, David tackles the subject of fly fishing leaders and discusses the merits of different set-ups and materials.

Fly Fishing Audiobook - Chapter 4 - Where The Bright Waters Meet By Harry Plunket Greene.

April 21, 2020 06:21 - 10 minutes - 11.7 MB

I will be recording and publishing some audiobooks of old fly fishing classics starting with Where The Bright Waters Meet by Harry Plunket Greene. Due to their age, these books are out of copyright. The normal monthly fly fishing podcast will be back on as soon as the lockdown has finished and we are allowed out to fish...

Fly Fishing Audiobook - Chapter 3 - Where The Bright Waters Meet By Harry Plunket Greene.

April 19, 2020 16:31 - 17 minutes - 19.7 MB

I will be recording and publishing some audiobooks of old fly fishing classics starting with Where The Bright Waters Meet by Harry Plunket Greene. Due to their age, these books are out of copyright. The normal monthly fly fishing podcast will be back on as soon as the lockdown has finished and we are allowed out to fish...

Fly Fishing Audiobook - Chapter 2 - Where The Bright Waters Meet By Harry Plunket Greene.

April 16, 2020 10:42 - 14 minutes - 16.8 MB

I will be recording and publishing some audiobooks of old fly fishing classics starting with Where The Bright Waters Meet by Harry Plunket Greene. Due to their age, these books are out of copyright. The normal monthly fly fishing podcast will be back on as soon as the lockdown has finished and we are allowed out to fish...

Fly Fishing Audiobook - Chapter 1 - Where The Bright Waters Meet By Harry Plunket Greene.

April 13, 2020 16:01 - 22 minutes - 26.3 MB

I will be recording and publishing some audiobooks of old fly fishing classics starting with Where The Bright Waters Meet by Harry Plunket Greene. Due to their age, these books are out of copyright. The normal monthly fly fishing podcast will be back on as soon as the lockdown has finished and we are allowed out to fish again Take care and keep safe...

Fly Fishing Podcast - Chasing Winter Grayling

February 07, 2020 13:04 - 38 minutes - 31.7 MB

It's a beautiful winter morning and with the crunch of frost underfoot, David sets out to target Grayling in the cool, clear waters of the river. Which will come first, the sensation of a fish through the rod, or a lack of sensation in his toes?

Fly Fishing Podcast - Czech Nymphing For Winter Grayling

January 09, 2020 11:02 - 30 minutes - 24.6 MB

After the devasting floods of last year, the river has finally returned to a more manageable level. David travels northward in search of winter Grayling. The high water has pushed around the gravels and moved the runs and pools, relocating the usual winter haunts of this lovely wild fish.

Fly Fishing Podcast - Top 3 Podcast Memories Of 2019

December 11, 2019 08:53 - 34 minutes - 28 MB

With the wet weather and high rivers, David lights the stove, settles the dogs on their beds and takes a look back at his favourite podcasts of 2019. 

Fly Fishing Podcast - Casting For Autumn Grayling

October 23, 2019 13:06 - 32 minutes - 26.3 MB

In this episode, David is out chasing Autumn Grayling. It's a beautiful Autumn day as the sun casts beams through the golden trees to ignite the mist above the river. What a day to be on the river!

Fly Fishing Podcast - Fly Fishing For Pike

July 03, 2019 13:31 - 37 minutes - 31.4 MB

In this episode, David hits the reservoir in search of Pike on the fly. The weather is perfect and with a trusty 9 weight in hand, David explores the weed beds and snags looking for some toothy critters!

Fly Fishing Podcast - Small Stream Fishing For Wild Brown Trout

May 29, 2019 10:13 - 33 minutes - 27.8 MB

In this episode, David targets wild brown trout in a small woodland stream. Stealth is required to tempt these stunning fish. On a perfect Spring morning in the woods, the last of the bluebells are illuminated by the sun, it's just great to be outside!

Fly Fishing Podcast - Scottish Salmon Fishing On The River Dee

April 09, 2019 15:00 - 53 minutes - 43.5 MB

In this episode, David is fly fishing for salmon on the Aberdeenshire Dee. The Dee is surrounded by beautiful woodlands with birds of prey overhead and red squirrels climbing the pine trees. There are Salmon running the river, but will David connect with the king of fish?

Fly Fishing Podcast - Rainbows On Small Stillwaters

March 20, 2019 14:45 - 43 minutes - 39.3 MB

In this episode, David retreats from the swollen rivers to chase some rainbows in small lakes. It's a race against time as the rising sun starts to beat down on to the water!

Fly Fishing Podcast - Nymphing For Winter Grayling

January 18, 2019 15:10 - 27 minutes - 22.7 MB

In this episode, it's a beautiful Winters day. David is wading upstream and fishing the nymph for Grayling. David tries to unlock the secrets of an elusive pool. Will he succeed?

Podcast Update / Announcement

December 12, 2018 11:26 - 27 seconds - 407 KB

Just a quick update to let you know I've just had some routine hernia surgery so I will be out of action until the new year. The podcast will be back on the river bank in January 2019. I wish you a very happy Christmas & New Year.

Fly Fishing Podcast - 5 Wonderful Fly Fishing Books

October 29, 2018 15:07 - 27 minutes - 25.8 MB

In this episode David stokes up the woodburner, settles back in a comfy chair and looks at 5 of his favorite fly fishing books.

Fly Fishing Podcast - Casting Killer Bugs For Grayling

September 20, 2018 13:01 - 35 minutes - 28.5 MB

In this episode, David is searching for Grayling using Sawyers Killer Bug. On a fishy looking morning, all the signs point to a good days fishing but things don't pan out as he expected!

Fly Fishing Podcast - Summer Nymphing For Trout & Grayling

August 08, 2018 13:40 - 34 minutes - 29.6 MB

In this episode David gets out early before the Summer sun gets too high in the sky. Using a variety of nymphs, David explores some lovely riffles and pools in search of Trout & Grayling.

Fly Fishing Podcast - Fishing An Unfished Woodland Stream

July 11, 2018 09:55 - 27 minutes - 22.2 MB

In this episode, David gets to fish a "never fished before" woodland stream. So small that you can step across in places, will this little gem of a water hold any treasure?

Fly Fishing Podcast - The Missing Salmon Project

June 25, 2018 13:45 - 48 minutes - 42 MB

In this episode David talks to the CEO of Atlantic Salmon Trust - Mark Bilsby. In a wide ranging discussion about Atlantic Salmon we hear about the work of the Trust to tag and track Salmon in the Moray Firth, helping to uncover the reasons behind declining stocks  of this majestic fish.

Fly Fishing Podcast - Catching Coalfish On The Fly At Filey Brigg

June 14, 2018 18:27 - 27 minutes - 21.1 MB

In this episode David gets stuck in to some saltwater fly fishing at Filey Brigg on the Yorkshire Coast. Small Coalfish are the order of the day with the chance of Bass Mackeral, Pollock & Wrasse. Listen as he explores the rocky gulleys and kelp filled pools on the incoming tide.

Fly Fishing Podcast - Wild Trout In Crystal Clear Waters

May 21, 2018 13:10 - 37 minutes - 31.9 MB

In this episode David is chasing wild brown trout in gin clear water and glaring sun. Stealthy tactics and difficult casts are required on this beautiful tree lined stream. Will the net get wet in these challenging conditions?

Fly Fishing Podcast - Casting Snakes For Rainbows

April 02, 2018 11:50 - 30 minutes - 26.3 MB

In this episode David takes his new 9 weight out for a play and throws some big flies for reservoir rainbows.

Fly Fishing Podcast - Freezing For Grayling

February 28, 2018 13:05 - 29 minutes - 24.3 MB

In this episode David attempts to czech nymph his way up a cold, flooded river. Will he catch his last Grayling of the season or will he fall in?

Fly Fishing Podcast - Best Moments Of 2017

January 26, 2018 10:48 - 28 minutes - 22.5 MB

It's sleeting outside, the rivers are high and brown so David lights his woodburner and settles down to listen to his favourite fly fishing moments of 2017.

Fly Fishing Podcast - Small Winter Still Waters And Static Flies

December 07, 2017 12:08 - 39 minutes - 37.1 MB

In this episode David experiments with a brand new fly pattern and fishes a static fly to midge sipping rainbows. It's a cold winters day fly fishing at Barlow Trout Fishery in North Derbyshire but the fish still seem to be feeding!