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We try to capture the fly fishing life. An in-depth conversation with Fly fishers from all walks of life, their stories, inspiration, passion and dream destinations. Where do you go to talk fly fishing? We talk tunes, sports, day jobs, life on and off the water. Get embedded in the fly fishing world. Tying, entomology, gear, techniques, crazy stories and lotsa laughs. Join us for a unique look at the fly fishing life from those that live it.
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Today on the podcast we head to Pitt Meadows BC to chat with Steve Hopia. We talk day jobs and custom tied flies. Steve has Bite My Flyz. We talk about his passion for fly fishing and tying, his favorite chironomid hooks, 363BL, sports, music, dream days on the water and much more. Thanks Steve for sharing your fly fishing story with us.…
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Today we have a sit down with author David Ladensohn. David spends his time between New Mexico and San Antonio Texas. He has spent the last five years researching his new book Fly-Fishing with Leonardo da Vinci. Combining his admiration for da Vinci's water dynamics expertise, demonstrating that he would have made an ideal fly-fishing guide. The bo…
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Today we sit down with Matt Auger, of Kamloops BC. Matt is an avid fly fisher and fly tyer who works at Casting Loops Fly and Tackle. We talk about his fly fishing journey, from East Coast to West Coast. Brookies, Bulls and Bows, dream days, job history and lessons learned on and off the water, thanks Matt for sharing your passion for the water wit…
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This week we head to Salmon Arm to chat with Glen Heward of Salmon Arm. Glen is an avid fly fisher and fly tyer who spends a lot of time on the still and at the bench. We had a refreshing conversation about where his passion comes from and what fly fishing brings to his life. Thanks Glen for sharing your story with us.…
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Today with visit with Zack Tyson. He is a young up and coming fly tyer with Togens Fly Shop. We talk about his fly tying journey and his passion for chasing bows on a fly. Zack is out of Kelowna BC. We chatted methods, materials and still water tactics. Thanks for sharing your story with us.由Mark Hopley
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Today we head to Naramata, BC to chat with Graham O'Rourke of Tightrope Winery. When he is not working the farm, you will find Graham working fly patterns on interior still waters and rivers with his son. We chatted all things fly fishing, guiding, farming, wine, family and much more. Thanks Graham for sharing your fly fishing journey with us and s…
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Today we sit down with Brandon Molzahn aka Tying is my Vise. Brandon is prostaff with Dr Slick, Fly tying Instructor/Guide at Interior Fly fishing Co., prostaff Semperfli, prostaff Togens and pro ambassador Sage, Rio, Redington and Broken Tippet. He is also spending a lot of time at the vise and on the water. We chatted about fishing with kids, wha…
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Following a brief hiatus, we sit down with Chad Ivan of Kelowna BC. We chat all things Roche Lake, his fly patterns and cabin rental. Chad aka "Scooby Kona" runs a masonry business in the Okanagan Valley, ties a lot of beauty fly patterns and has spent a lot of time chasing fins on the interior lakes of BC. Thanks chad for sharing your story with u…
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Today we catch up with Jason Doucette from Parkland County Alberta. Jason has Alberta Competitive Fly Fishing, each year they hold monthly competitions on lakes and rivers across Alberta. He has been chasing fins his whole life and represented Canada at the 2023 Commonwealth Championship. We talk fly fishing, comps, hunting, ducks, tunes, influence…
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This week we visit South East Wisconsin and chat with the team at Milwaukee Fly Fishing. Pete Nicoloff and Joseph Davies offer full service guided trips based near Milwaukee. These guys are chasing Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Trout and more on the Milwaukee River system, tribs and nearby fly fishing opportunities. These two are livin their best lives "s…
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This week we sit down with Jayce Pidskalney and talk about his fly fishing/ fly tying journey. Jayce is working with the team at Broken Tippet, tying some beauty patterns and chasing some still water hogs in the interior of BC. we talk tunes, thread, tying, dirt bikes and much more on the show. Thanks Jayce for sharing your journey with us both on …
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This week we head to Alberta to talk conservation with members of The Trout Trust. We sat down with Jim McLennan, Gary Hanke and Nada Rehman to talk about the organization, its goals, how it came into being and some of the projects they are working on. We talk about fish entrainment into the Bow River irrigation headwaters canal and some concerns t…
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Brandon and the team at Broken Tippet Fly Company have created the Fly Tyer Signature Series, partnering with some of the most talented independent fly tyers in the industry. Check out their blog at brokentippet.com this month featuring Timothy Jenson of Kelowna BC. Tim is a very talented fly tyer who is based in Kelowna, BC. Find out all about his…
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If you spend a lot of time tying flies this will help you select the perfect thread. The thread selection and best use is probably one of the most import decisions you can make when it comes to time at the bench. Garrett Lesko joins us as we talk properties, sizing, best uses and selecting that perfect thread for the flies you are about to tie. Tha…
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Today we head to Oregon to sit down with Garrett Lesko. Garrett is a passionate custom tyer who spends a lot of time at the tying vise and on the water. We chatted with him from his home in Lebanon Oregon. We do a deep dive on thread selection, hook choice and patterns. He is a very knowledgeable and sharing fly tyer, he had some great tips for the…
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Today we sit down with Bayne Ryshak to chat hockey and fly fishing. Bayne is an instructor at RPM Hockey, and Pacific Rim Hockey Academy. Following his junior hockey he coached the Ridge Meadows Flames for 9 seasons. Bayne also happens to be an avid fly fisher. When he is not on the ice, he spends a lot of time chasing rainbow trout in the interior…
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https://www.nickmayerart.com/use the code FF97 to save 10%Today we head to Lincoln, Vermont to chat with Nick Mayer. Nick is an artist and professional nature illustrator, who is an avid multi species fly fisher and former marine biologist. He has worked with sea turtles in Costa Rica, Salmon in Alaska and Steelhead in Oregon.Thanks Nick for sharin…
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Today we spend some time with Matt Kryger... custom and commercial tyer with @thenakedlinebc Matt is Prostaff with Semperfli, Raid Zap, Ahrex Hooks, he ties custom commercial patterns and for Casting Loops Fly and Tackle. We chat about all things fly fishing and tying. Preferred equipment and techniques, side hustles and day jobs. Tunes, patterns, …
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Today we sit down with Andrew Kling of r5ive.com We talk about his fly fishing story, his brand of fly fishing inspired apparel, a bear story, patterns, playlists and plenty more. Fly tying, best days, day jobs and side hustles are all covered in this one. Thanks Andrew for sharing some time with us.…
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Today we were fortunate to chat with Clint Andersen from the "Still Water Mecca" of Kamloops. Clint has been fly fishing and tying for a very long time. We talked about his many years working for the city of Kamloops, building a skate park, stocking a swimming pool, booking Green Day before they big, fly tying, Blasty's Bugs, fave patterns, BC Fly …
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Today we sit down with Ken Woodward. Ken is based in the Kamloops area, he is a retired biologist and teacher, casting instructor and Assistant Fly Fishing Guide. We talked about the recent Women's World Fly Fishing Championships, life on Tunkwa Lake, how his passion for fly fishing started, go to patterns, influences, and much more. Thanks Ken for…
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As we approach 300,000 plays we are grateful today to sit down with Gary Lewis of Calgary Alberta. Gary is living his best life, father of two, video creator and avid fly fisher, he tells us where he gets his passion for spending time on the water both with fly rod and camera in hand. Best jobs, latest film " Happy Place", the Bow river and much mo…
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This week on the show we head to Prince George, BC to chat with a husband and wife small business team who offer stillwater flies, apparel and wood designs. Carlene and Cory Crellin run C3 Custom Flies and Apparel. We talk fly tying, patterns, hunting, Rowdy Cat, hockey, fish finders, best gigs, tunes, hangouts and what tying and fly fishing brings…
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Today we had the good fortune to sit down with Bryon Carpenter from Abbotsford BC. Bryon has a Master of Science from The University of Calgary, is a teacher in SD 34, a fellow Podcaster "Fresh Air At Five", Avid stillwater fly fisher and has Bobber Down British Columbia. We caught up with Bryon and talked a lot about his passion for science and ed…
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Today we sat down with Sam Dubbeldam of West Kelowna BC. Sam is a heavy equipment operator by day, but spends a lot of time with a fly rod on lakes and rivers in the interior of British Columbia. We talked about where his passion for fly fishing originated, go to patterns, tying, trips and much more. Thanks Sam for sharing your story on the podcast…
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Today we visit with Carsten Arnold of Chilliwack BC. He runs a fine art photography business www.carstenarnold.com/fineart. He is an avid fly fisher and has spent many years capturing the beauty of the outdoors in British Columbia and around the globe. We covered a lot of ground on this one. Photography, fly tying, bird watching, dream destinations…
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Today we were fortunate enough to sit down with Jeremy Dewick. Jeremy is an extremely passionate fly fisher. He is an avid Steelheader, Trout Junkie, Fly Tyer and Still Water specialist. He works at Pacific Rivers Outfitting in Chilliwack BC. He is spending a lot of time retailing, educating, tying and casting his way through fins across BC. Thanks…
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Today we revisit with Trent and Janelle from the Bum Diary podcast about their recent 5 week trip to Patagonia on a DIY budget. We talk about their recent excursion down south, health challenges, Montana, new jobs, brown trout, rainbows, blue Paso's and what these guys are up to livin their best lives on and off the water. Thanks guys for catchin u…
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Today on the show we sit down with Tania Di Meglio and talk about her upstart brand named Stupidfish. Tania is avid about the outdoors and spends a lot of time on the water. We talked about her fly fishing experience, sturgeon fishing and her passion for creating this brand. Thanks Tania for sharing your story with us. www.stupidfishapparel.com…
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This week we had the pleasure of sitting down with Chad St.Amand of Prince George BC. Chad is the owner of Black Pine Creative. He is crafting one of a kind fly rods, featuring custom grips that are very unique. He also does some film production, capturing the outdoors and is creating custom jigs. Chad is an avid hunter and fly fisher who is busy t…
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Today we sit down with Marc Billard and talk about his recent fly fishing trip to Molokai in search of large bonefish. Marc and his group select a special destination annually in search of new experiences with fly rod in hand. We talk patterns, tactics, and plenty of Bonefish hunting. Thanks Marc for sharing your recent trip and your fly fishing jo…
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Today we head to Texas to chat with Jon Morris from the Working Class Fishing Podcast. He spends a lot of time both at the vise and on the water chasing Gar, Bass and Trout. He tells us how tying and fly fishing help with his daily life, where his passion for the water originated and how rope flies help him catch some beauty Gar in the state of Tex…
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This week we had to pleasure of sitting down with Jasper Lament CEO Nature Trust of British Columbia. This group is protecting the natural riches of BC preserving iconic habitat and important species at risk. We talked about protecting coastal habitat including the Little Qualicum on Vancouver Island, and desert habitat in the interior. We talked a…
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Today on episode 241, we sit down with Marlon Prince AKA "Saint Johnny Sox". He shares his fly fishing journey with us. Marlon is chasing plenty of large Musky on the fly as well as Atlantic Salmon, Chain Pickerel, Smallmouth, Striped Bass and Trout. The Saint John is an extremely unique river system that can offer some amazing fly fishing. We foun…
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This week we head to Azle Texas to talk fly fishing and custom fly rods with Holli and Alex Grant. These two are passionate about time in the outdoors and on the water. They run Laughing Stock Fly fishing where they specialize in custom fly rods and custom fly rod socks. Find out where their passion for fly fishing originated, we talk rod design, f…
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This week we were fortunate to sit down with Dana Lattery. Dana's journey began as a professional hockey player with the Flames, Bruins and Coyote's organizations. Following a career altering injury, Dana looked to start a new journey. He is owner/operator at Fly Fishing Bow River Outfitters, he is now an avid climber, Podcaster at Fly Fishing Save…
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This week we had the pleasure of sitting down with Brendan Morrison. Brendan is the host of Reel West Coast, a fifteen year veteran of the NHL and avid fly fisher. We talked a lot of patterns, Junior hockey, Canucks, Flames, Caps, Devils, what he has been up to since retiring from the ice, the West Coast Express, being drafted, first NHL game, infl…
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This Weekend we sat down with Trent and Janelle from the Bum Diary Podcast. These guys are adventurous travelers, bar tenders, farmers and avid fly fishers. We talked about their passion for DIY fly fishing trips, Patagonia, Yellowstone and New Zealand. These guys are currently chillin in the Florida Keys before they head out on their next adventur…
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Today we sit down with Jason Bell. His whole life is focused on fish. As a Fisheries Technician with DFO and a Guide with Interior Fly Fishing Company this guy knows fish. We talk about entomology, patterns, techniques, indicators, tying, boats and much more. Jason joined us from his home in Kamloops BC.…
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This week we head to Colorado Springs Colorado to chat with Russell Davie. Russell is a Father, Teacher, Champion Wrestler who is living his best life venturing into the Colorado Alpine chasing Golden Trout, Cutthroat, Rainbows and Brookies. We chatted about planning alpine trips, what to pack, patterns, and lessons learned. Chasing beautiful fish …
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In episode 234 of the show we sit down with four members of Team Canada from this past years World Championships. This team featured Colin Huff, Ian Troup, Keefer Pitfield, Chris Krysciak, Byron Sheppard and Ivo Balinov. We covered a lot of ground on this one, from lessons learned, how the average angler can be more productive, competitive tips and…
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Today we had to pleasure to chat with Mike Mitchell. Mike is the editor and associate publisher for BC Outdoors Magazine, he is also host of BC Outdoors Sports Fishing TV, runs Mayhem Fly Rods, and has the BC Outdoors Show March 24-26 in Chilliwack BC. We found out where Mike's passion for hunting and fly fishing come from, we talk gear, shows, dre…
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Today we sit down with accomplished angler Gary Hanke. Gary has been fly fishing for well over 50 years. He earned the title of Master Fly Tyer, was former team captain for Canada at the World Fly Fishing Championships in Bosnia in 2015 and is also a former guide and fly fishing instructor. Gary runs Fly Life Canada... an on line retailer of fly fi…
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Today we sit down with professional fly tyer Travis Rowe. Travis spends a lot of time fly fishing with his good buddy Congo, creating and perfecting his patterns in the interior of BC. We really got a chance to see what motivates Travis both at the bench and on the water. Grateful as always to sit down with such passionate people in the fly fishing…
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This week we head to Black Creek to sit down with Rick Janzen. Rick is an avid outdoorsman, guide, fly fisher and fly tyer who is a joy to chat with. He has been chasing trout, steelhead and salmon for many years on Vancouver Island and beyond. We find out what fly fishing has brought to his world, we learn about the Tyee Club, talk teaching, guidi…
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Today we head to Tulsa Oklahoma to chat with Cris Jackson owner/builder at Lone Bison Fly Tying Tables. Cris is making some one of a kind fly tying tables. His tables have been featured in Forbes Magazine, Fly Tyer Mag and Flyfisherman Mag. We talk about his tables, his fly fishing story, his career as an educator, baseball scout and much more. Tha…
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This week we sit down with Jesse Martineau, Jesse is a father to five boys, Video Creator, Podcaster and avid flyfisher. He has a sports podcast called the Me and Jesse Podcast with good friend Mark Pavelich. We cover a lot of ground on this one from still water, social media, mental health and living an all- in life. We talk patterns, teams, tunes…
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This week we talk to two members of Canada's first Womens National Fly Fishing team. Kathy Ruddick and Collette Stroud join us talk all things fins and comps. The team was selected recently following comps in BC. We talk about Kathy's fly fishing story and what being on this special team means to these ladies. We talk patterns, lessons learned on a…
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This week we re visit our 2020 sit down with Steelhead guru Lani Waller. Lani has pursued Steelhead and trout all over the world. He was inducted into the fly fishing hall of fame in 1997. In this episode Lani told us of his near death experience on the Babine River, his many incredible stories with a fly rod and how important it is that we protect…
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This week we had to good fortune to sit down with Cameron Coates. Cam is from Chase BC and has a passion for the outdoors, chasing Bighorn Sheep, Still water Trout, Carp and Cougars. He is a guide with Legacy Bighorn and spent a lifetime chasing trout on the still. He is a proud member of the Secwepemc people and sat down to share his passion for t…
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