672 | Sight Fishing Tips for Trout with Landon Mayer - South Platte River, Streamer Tactics, Staying Fit
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
Release Date: 10/28/2024
697 | Fly Fishing Spring Creeks and the Driftless with PJ Smith
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
Show Notes: Presented By: , , , Fly fishing spring creeks can be super challenging—the fish are spooky, the water conditions aren't always perfect, and sometimes it's hard to present a fly just right. But today, PJ Smith—Driftless guide and Spring Creek expert—is here to share his secrets. He’s here to share how to find fish in winter, nighttime, and all year. You’ll learn how to sneak up on spooky trout, the best way to position yourself, and whether to cast upstream or downstream. Plus, you will find out when fishing is not fishing and...
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696 | Fly Fishing Saskatchewan with Alyx Parks - The New Fly Fisher
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
Show Notes: Presented by: , , , Sponsors: Alyx Parks, host at the New Fly Fisher, joins us as we talk all about fly fishing Saskatchewan, Canada. We delve into the region's finest lodges, renowned for offering exceptional fishing opportunities for pike, grayling, and other intriguing species. Alyx brings her wealth of experience from traveling with the New Fly Fisher, revealing invaluable tips for catching grayling, including the art of skittering and the importance of minding your backcast. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a curious beginner, this conversation...
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Fly Fishing Sheridan Lake and Eagle Ridge Ranch with Steve Hyde (Traveled #22)
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
Show Notes: Presented By: Today on Traveled, Steve Hyde of the Hyde Drift Boats family and Eagle Ridge Ranch manager shares his best tips for fly fishing Sheridan Lake and exploring nearby Spring Creek. Find out how to make the most of summer and winter activities in these areas. Plus, hear about how Steve and his dad founded Hyde Drift Boats in their garage and the innovations that set their boats apart. Show Notes with Steve Hyde on Fly Fishing Sheridan Lake 02:23 - We start off talking about how things are going at Eagle Ridge Ranch during this "in-between" season....
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In The Bucket #12 | Simon Gawesworth and Adrienne Comeau on Winter Steelhead and Fly Fishing the Dean River
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
Show Notes: Presented By: Sponsors: In today's episode of In the Bucket Podcast, we're joined by spey casting legends Simon Gawesworth and Dean River guide Adrienne Comeau. They’ll share stories, tips, and techniques for hooking these chrome torpedoes and mastering your cast along the way. It’s fish, flies, and a whole lot of fun – stick around! It's time to get in the bucket... Show Notes:
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693 | Fishing for King Salmon in Alaska with Chris Childs - Togiak River, Chinook, Steelhead
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
Show Notes: Presented by: Sponsors: Chris Childs shares his insights on fishing for king salmon at the Togiak River. Discover the thrill of targeting Chinook, steelhead, and Atlantic salmon. Chris offers tips on swinging flies and adapting techniques to changing tides. Learn about Alaska's top king salmon rivers and gain valuable advice for your fishing adventures. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a beginner, this episode is packed with inspiration and insider knowledge from the Alaskan wilderness. Tune in now! Episode Chapters with Chris Childs on Fishing for King...
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692 | Swinging Flies for Trout and Steelhead with Marty Howard – Deschutes River, Classic Wet Flies, Steelhead Fly Tying
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
Show Notes: Presented By: , , , What is the first thing you think of when I say the word Spey? Is it the cast, the flies, the rod, or is it something else? How about the Mickey Finn or the Starling and Purple? There are so many diverse ways to fish a fly, but today we're gonna blend some of the old with the new, some steelhead with the trout and some fly tying so you are better equipped to fish the fly and understand how to swing flies for all species. Marty Howard, co-author of Steelhead Fly Tying with Dec Hogan and an angler who's fished more steelhead rivers than most of us can imagine...
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Littoral Zone #13 | The Effects of Environmental Cycles on Fish Behavior with Jason Randal and Phil Rowley
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
Show Notes: Presented by: , , Sponsors: In this episode, Phil is joined by Jason Randall, a renowned author and fly fishing expert, to explore the fascinating effects of environmental cycles on fish behavior. Have you ever wondered how changing weather conditions or the lunar cycle impact trout behavior and feeding patterns? This episode promises to unravel these mysteries, offering vital insights that could transform your on-the-water success. With Jason's extensive research and Phil's practical experience, listeners will gain a deeper understanding of how to adapt...
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690 | Catching Big Smallmouth Bass with James Hughes - Schultz Outfitters, Fly Design, Fleein' Cray
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
Show Notes: Presented By: , , , Today, we're covering everything about catching big smallmouth bass with James Hughes, head guide at Schultz Outfitters. James breaks down when to use smaller streamers versus the big five to eight-inch ones. We'll also learn the best times for swim flies, how to strip your fly for more success, and the two common mistakes most anglers make when chasing smallmouth bass. Plus, stick around until the end for details on getting a spot for our Smallmouth bass trip with Schultz Outfitters in July. Show Notes with James Hughes on Catching Big...
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689 | Fly Fishing Southwest Washington with Jackson Golik - Cowlitz River, Coho Salmon, Steelhead
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
Show Notes: Presented by: , , , Sponsors: In this episode, we journey to fly fishing southwest Washington with expert guide Jackson Golik. Known for its impressive steelhead and salmon populations, this region offers anglers a unique experience that rivals the more renowned rivers along the West Coast. Jackson takes us on an exploration of the famous steelhead rivers such as the Kalama, Cowlitz, and Lewis. Discover the charm of these waters and learn how to optimize your fishing trips by timing them precisely and avoiding the bustling crowds. Jackson also shares his...
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688 | Grand Teton Fly Fishing with Scott Smith - Jack Dennis, Snake River, Trout
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
Show Notes: Presented By: Scott Smith, owner of Grand Teton Fly Fishing, takes us on a journey through the Yellowstone area. We’ll uncover tips for fishing the area's rivers, learn about pre-hatches, and hear Scott’s biggest tip for landing those tricky fish sipping bugs off the surface. Plus, Scott will also share stories about his mentor, Jack Dennis. This is going to be a good one! Show Notes with Scott Smith on Grand Teton Fly Fishing. 02:03 - Scott grew up fishing creeks in North Georgia. Fly fishing for him came later when he picked up a rod at 12 at a...
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Presented By: Waters West, Yellowstone Teton Territory, FishHound Expeditions, Heated Core
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If you had the choice between sight fishing for big trout or nipping down deep, which one would you choose? And what about streamers versus Dries? Do you have an opinion there? And which of all these techniques do you need more help with right now? Today’s guest is an expert in all of these disciplines, And. today we’re going to help you build a foundation to better understand when and where to site fish effectively for big trout.
Landon Mayer, South Platte guide, master show speaker, and our trout school professor will be walking us through the trip we’re heading out to this year. You’re gonna find out how to prepare for a trip if you’re focused on site fishing for big trout, what reactions from fish really mean and how to decide when to fish deep or go shallow and what you should do when you can’t see the fish. We’re gonna talk about it all today, plus you’re gonna get Landon’s best health tip on eating and staying fit.
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/672