Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/431  Presented by: Daiichi, Chota Outdoor Gear Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors    Mark Brown and Caleb Luzader are here to break down the Chota Outdoor Gear story and some of the unique products they have in their line. Mark takes us into the history of Chota products. We find out how the waders and hippies came to be and what they are all about. We also get the lowdown on who the mastermind was behind Chota way back in the day. Chota Outdoor Gear Show Notes with Mark Brown and Caleb Luzader 2:46 - Mark tells about how he got into fly fishing and how came into Chota Outdoor Gear. 4:18 - He shares a bit about the history of the company and who the mastermind was behind Chota. 6:35 - Caleb also shares how he got into fly fishing and how he started working in the company. 7:20 - Caleb takes us to that time when he got a scholarship for competitive bass fishing in college. 10:42 - I mention our Euro Nymphing School with Pete Erickson. 11:26 - Mark tells more about F

Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/430 Presented By: Dalton - Country Financial, Mavrk Fly Fishing, Chota Outdoor Gear, Stonefly Nets  Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors/ Tim Flagler is back on the Swing to break out some of his magic, focusing on trout spey fishing. With his years of experience and knowledge, Tim discusses the best lines and rods for this style of fishing and how to present the fly to the fish. We also dive into fly tying as Tim shares some of his top fly patterns. Who better to learn from than the one and only Tim Flagler, possibly the greatest fly-tying YouTuber on the planet? Trout Spey Fishing Show Notes with Tim Flagler 1:00 - Only a few spots left to fill at the Stillwater School! Head to wetflyswing.com/trips to learn more and join Phil Rowley for some incredible Stillwater fishing at the Northern Lights Lodge. 2:52 - We talk about the show season, and I ask Tim what his favorite part of the show scene is. 5:17 - Tim and his family live in Northwestern New Jersey, where the

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/429 Presented By: Yellowstone Teton Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Larry Larsen from Snake River Fly is here to break out some good stuff. We got a little inside look into a really cool tailwater fishery that is not quite as well known as the section upstream. He's got some really amazing fly-tying materials that we talked about and what I call a cult following around fly-tying, material, and just some amazing fishing. We also talk about their YouTube channel and what they have going at the fly shop. Time to experience the road less traveled. Let's jump into the Basalt Canyon of the Snake River and find if bass, carp, or big giant trout are the biggest traction. Here we go... Show Notes with Larry Larsen 07:30 - We just had Jon Stiehl from Trout Hunter recently in episode 3 of our Traveled Series. 11:50 - The Mayor of the town of American Falls, also a fly fisherman, pushed for catch and release, artificial only season. 15:50 - Larry tells the story of how the f

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/428   Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors    In this episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with Jason Shemchuk, the host of the Wade Out There podcast. Jason's story is an inspiring one, as he has led a life full of adventure and exploration. From being an Air Force fighter pilot to starting his own podcast and painting, Jason has always been driven to pursue his passions and live life to the fullest. During our conversation, we delved into why Jason started his podcast and how his experiences in the Air Force have shaped his outlook on life. We also discovered some surprising similarities between our own journey and Jason's. If you're looking for an inspiring story that will leave you feeling motivated to chase your own dreams, be sure to tune in to our latest podcast episode with Jason Shemchuk! Wade Out There Show Notes with Jason Shemchuk 3:11 - Jason shares how and why he started his blog and the WadeOutThere Fly Fishing Podcast after he stopped flying for t

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/427 Presented By: Range Meal Bars, Trxstle, Drifthook Fly Fishing, Dalton - Country Financial Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors/   Looking to up your game on caddis hatches? We have Craig Mathews to share his expertise on caddis flies and their history today on the Swing! Craig also shares some incredible stories from his time as a police officer and his adventures around Yellowstone, including how he co-founded 1% for the Planet with Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard. 1:02 - We just finished the big stillwater school giveaway, and we'll be announcing the winner soon. We're headed up to Northern Lights Lodge in Northern BC. If you want to join us for some insane stillwater fishing and epic wilderness lodge experience, head here to grab a slot. 3:47 - Craig has been fly fishing for 68 years, starting in Michigan, where he grew up. He moved to Yellowstone, where he worked as a police chief, and started his fly fishing business, Blue Ribbon Flies, in 1979. 6:29 - Blue

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/lz3  Presented By: Daiichi, Drifthook Fly Fishing, Stonefly Nets Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors   Today we got Phil Rowley to get you prepared for approaching new lakes on your next trip. He shares his expertise and provides invaluable tips and techniques for anglers looking to tackle unfamiliar waters. According to Phil, the key to success all starts with meticulous planning and preparation. In this blog post, we'll dive deeper into Phil's advice and explore how it can help you improve your fishing game. New Lakes Show Notes with Phil Rowley 5:54 - Phil tells about that time in 2007 when he participated in the Canadian Fly Fishing championship with a team and they won the gold medal. He had never fished the venue lake before that. 8:24 - The framework of success starts with planning and preparation. Skeet Reese, a world-class bass angler, said that proper preparation prevents poor performance. Talk to friends, colleagues, or guides in local fly shops that have

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/425 Enter the Giveaway:  https://wetflyswing.com/giveaway Presented By: Trxstle, Jackson Hole Fly Company, Drifthook Fly Fishing, Angler's Coffee Curtis Royer from the Northern Lights Lodge is here today to talk about the upcoming Stillwater School on May 2023. We're also joined by the Stillwater Master, Phil Rowley as we break down the steps to join, what to expect, and what to prepare for before you get there.  What makes this place so special and why should you be excited about it? We dig into it and answer most of the FAQs. So here we go... Show Notes with Curtis Royer and Phil Rowley 05:45 - Skeed Borkowski was on the podcast in episode 397. 08:45 - Their program starts mid-May. They have an upcoming Stillwater School this May 2023. Check out their website to see what they have going. 20:45 - We noted that drone shot video of a Stillwater rainbow chasing a Chernobyl fly which they got on a first take. 28:10 - Curtis breaks down the steps in getting to the lodge from th

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/424 Presented By: Trxstle, Togens Fly Shop, Drifthook Fly Fishing, Country Financial Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors The French Fly Fisherman Antoine is here to take us to Euro nymphing. We find out how to present your fly more effectively and how to identify big fish, and we touch on many of the Farmington river hatches today. We also find out why Antoine traded his ski boots for a fishing rod. Antoine also shares his tips on guiding and teaching beginners, including those who are not confident with their fly casting. 4:00 -  Antoine worked with Kyle Leard and Pete Kutzer at the Orvis Fly Fishing School for several years before moving to Connecticut with his wife. He became a guide on the Farmington River, where he shares his expertise in Euro nymphing and identifying big fish. 08:47 - Antoine started skiing competitively at age 12 in the Alps until he was 16. Later, he met an American woman in Paris at 21, and they eventually settled in New York for 15 years be

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/423 Presented By: Yellowstone Teton Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Bruce Staples takes us on a journey inside the Fly Tying and Fly Fishing Expo. We find and hear about some of the histories of the people who made this event unique. Bruce breaks down the list of the fly fishing icons that will be there, what you can expect, and why you should be there this year. We also hear about the great Teton Dam story, how it came to be, and why it got destroyed. Bruce was on the podcast for the first time at WFS 269 so it's great to check back with him. Here we go... Show Notes with Bruce Staples 03:00 - We just did an episode with Jon Stiehl from Trout Hunter where we talked mostly about the Henry's Fork river. 3:45 - We had Bruce on the podcast for the first time in episode 269. 07:00 - The first Fly Fishing Expo they did was in 1994 at a local hotel. 16:40 - We talk about the House of Harrop. 18:10 - Mike Lawson was on the podcast in episode 190. 20:10 - Bruce mentioned

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/422   Presented By: Stonefly Nets, Mavrk Fly Fishing, Trxstle Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors  Brent Bauer is here to take us back to Umpqua Flies and some of the top-selling flies and products they have in their line. We hear about how a fly makes it through the Umpqua cut list, the process, some funny stories, and some of their most popular flies. A man who has been at Umpqua since back in the day, here we go with Brent Bauer. Umpqua Flies Show Notes with Brent Bauer 3:07 - I mention episode 303 with Russ Miller about how Umpqua Feather Merchants came to be. 3:37 - Brent talks about how he got into fly fishing. He grew up in Oregon on the Coast Fork Willamette River. 5:23 - Their family moved to Southern California when he was in high school. 8:04 - He shared how he got connected with Umpqua. His first professional gig in fly fishing was in Westbank Anglers in Houston, Texas in '97, then he got into Umpqua in the early 2000s as a dealer support manager. 12:29

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/421 Presented By: Mavrk Fly Fishing, Drifthook Fly Fishing, Angler's Coffee, Chota Outdoor Gear Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors John Hudgens is here to talk about The Anglers Academy and his long history around fly fishing, education, and travel. We get a little bit of the history of the Henry's Fork area, learn how to cast to a rising fish correctly, and find out what the parachute cast is all about. Plus, John's 5 dry fly tips for success. John also takes us to Bolivia and tells us why that place is his favorite fly-fishing destination. How can Anglers Academy help you develop your casting ability and make you a better angler? John breaks it all down today! Show Notes with John Hudgens 04:00 - John got a job in Bob Jacklin's fly shop when he was 15 years old. 11:45 - John tells us about what they have going at the Anglers Academy. 14:00 - John and his wife used to work for Yellowdog Fly Fishing in Bozeman, Montana. 15:30 - I noted Jim Klug who was on the podcas

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/420  Presented By: Yellowstone Teton  Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/teton  Jon Stiehl is here to take us to TroutHunter Lodge and how he came to own and take this famous lodge to the next level. We get the history of the ranch water. We've heard a lot about that over the years. We get some inside information on Island Park. Find out about some of the cool box canyons in this area, tricos, and what makes Henry's Fork so famous out west. TroutHunter Show Notes with Jon Stiehl 3:31 - Jon talks about Island Park and its history. Their town is 33 miles long. The village they are in is called Last Chance.  7:28 - They have a great bar at TroutHunter called the Last Chance Bar & Grill. Jeff Currier recommended their bar in our first traveled episode. 8:44 - He shares how he started the TroutHunter. He and his business partner, Rich Paini, came out as interns in 1993 to work for the Henry's Fork Foundation. This was also the time when they met Rene Harrop. 12:08 - Working

Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/419 Presented by:  Mavrk, Zag, Country, Drifthook Sponsors:  https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Have you ever had to uproot your entire life and go halfway across the globe to chase a dream? That’s precisely what John Bond, the owner of Rena Fish Camp, did!  We are digging into Norway Fly Fishing today on the Swing! John Bond is here with us today to take us fishing in Norway and to talk about how he moved his drift boat, gear, and life from Montana to Norway amid COVID. We also find out how streamer fishing changed the game for him. Learn tips and tricks from the Umpqua signature Dragon tier himself as John takes us through the art of swinging for brown trout in Norway. Norway Fly Fishing Show Notes with John Bond 3:47 -  John's interest in fly fishing began early, having spent countless weekends traveling to fishing sites throughout the East Coast with his family. 05:20 - John worked as a butcher and part-time fly fishing guide in Vermont, but his ultimate goal was to mov

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/418 Presented By: FishHound Expeditions Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Adam Cutthriel is back on the podcast to take us into one of the great steelhead rivers around the world. We discover how he was able to put together one of the only programs in this part of Alaska, in Kodiak. We find out how and why you might want to book a spot with Adam and the FishHound crew. And we also hear about their recent trip to Honduras with Cam, one of his main Guides.  Every time I get Adam on the show, it's always a good time, good laughs so I'm excited to share this one with you. Here we go.  Show Notes with Adam Cuthriell 02:20 - We did an episode with David Gravette, a professional skateboarder in episode 407. He told us his story of breaking almost every bone in his body from skating. 06:00 - Adam tells us what the trip looks like starting day 1. 07:20 - Adam tells the story of how they we able to set up a lodge in Kodiak with the help of his friend's wife who happens to be

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/417 Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Today we're with the two Stillwater Legends, Phil Rowley and Brian Chan as we dive deep into the Stillwater world! We discover a handful of tips and tricks that we can apply today to up our Stillwater game. We break down the lifecycle and the different hatches of chironomids and find out how to use this knowledge to your advantage in catching big fish. Phil and Brian are good friends and have fished together for many years. They've written a few books on Stillwater fly fishing, recorded DVDs, and taught schools and seminars. They are dedicated to helping us achieve more success and enjoyment on the water. Show Notes with Phil Rowley and Brian Chan 07:45 - Brian talks about chironomid hatches and species. 10:15 - Brian talks about the life cycle of a chironomid. 16:15 - Trout like to feed on the dull pupa. 19:20 - Brian is a Biologist too. 34:45 - A depth finder and a fish finder are very useful tools to have on a Stillwater fis

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/416  Presented By: Range Meal Bars, Yellowstone Teton, Trxstle, Stonefly Nets Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors  Dave Blackburn takes us on a journey through the Kootenai River in Montana. Discover the rich history of Kootenai, learn the secrets of when to fish for the best catch, and explore the various fishing techniques you can use there. Dave also shares some hilarious anecdotes, such as teaching Hollywood star Richard Dreyfuss how to cast on the set of Always. Find out how you can book a guided trip with him. And don't miss out on the grand finale where Dave delivers a fantastic banjo performance to complete our Kootenai experience. Kootenai River Show Notes with Dave Blackburn 5:24 - Dave tells the story of how he got into fly fishing. His teacher in the sixth grade taught fly tying classes. He started tying flies at age nine. 6:10 - He went to West Virginia University and participated in a placement program for foresters.  He was inspired to work in the Big

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/415 Presented By: Mavrk Fly Fishing Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Jeff Sasaki, Designer of Founder of Mavrk Fly Fishing, walks us through his euro nymphing setup today and the physics behind the famous Stinger Micro Reel. We get a bunch of casting tips and talk about what it's like to fish the Truckee River in California. We discover how he transitioned from owning a successful cellphone case company to making the lightest fly reel in the world. Jeff also tells us how he fishes dry flies with a euro nymphing rig. Wait... WHAT??? Does that actually work? Listen to this episode to find out! Show Notes with Jeff Sasaki 04:40 - Casting Tip: You got to get all the slack out of your line even if that means starting out with short casts. 07:00 - We noted the Stinger Micro Reel which is designed specifically for euro nymphing tight line techniques. It weighs about 1.3 ounces. 16:10 - Jeff spent most of his career as a product designer. He started out with transportatio

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/414   Presented By: Yellowstone Teton Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/teton  Brandon Hoffner of the Henry's Fork Foundation (HFF) is here to take us to one of the conservation groups leading the way on the Henry's Fork South Fork of the Snake in this amazing part of the country. We find out why water use is the number one topic that Brandon is focusing on in his work. We discover which species they are also focusing on and some of these famous rivers in this part of the world. We also get a little glimpse of how they are working around these water rights and some of these big issues around water which is always a very interesting topic. Henry's Fork Foundation Show Notes with Brandon Hoffner 4:18 - We talk about how popular Henry's Fork is and how the Henry's Fork Foundation came about. 8:21 - He describes Henry's Fork. 10:16 - He mentions the Idaho potatoes, one of the largest irrigated agricultural systems in the world. It's a massive part of Idaho's economy. 15:30 - He

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/413  Presented By: Yellowstone Teton Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/teton  Pete Erickson is here to break down the Euro Nymphing School, focusing on the South Fork of the Snake, Henry's Fork, and some of the other great rivers in this area. Pete gives us his update since episode 118. We find out what Team USA has been up to and how that gold medal in Italy came to be. We also find out how are we going to learn these tips and tricks from the gold medal winner in our upcoming trip. We also dig into a little history of euro nymphing and find out how you can up your game with this big trip and price pack we have going right now. Time to experience the road less traveled euro style! Euro Nymphing Show Notes with Pete Erickson 4:15 - He gives an update since we had him in episode 118 to talk about euro nymphing tips. Teaching English at Boise School District takes a lot of his time. He mentions the travels and competitions the Team USA did. 5:53 - He tells the time when Team U

Enter to Win Here:  https://wetflyswing.com/giveaway We are giving away a trip to win a trip to fish the Henry's Fork, the South Fork of the Snake and a huge prize pack from our sponsors.  Enter for a chance to win a Echo Euro Nymphing rod, Lamson Reel, fly tying tools, waders and much more.