Bull Trout, Alaska Guiding and the Mayfly Project
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Fly Fishing Insider Blog is taking off and I'm putting out tons of content weekly. Join the for updates and all kinds of discounts! Bull Trout, Alaska Guiding and the Mayfly Project Your host, Christian Bacasa, speaks with Kaitlen and Jess from the Mayfly Project and get a breakdown of what they have been up to. We also cover quite a bit of fishing, from Bull trout to Alaska Guiding scenarios. Contact Information: The Fly Fisherman's Channel has become my favorite place lately. I work with them, so the podcast is on there now and without ads. What I like is...
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How to Fly Fish and Travel When it is Your Second Priority?
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Fly Fishing Insider Blog is taking off and I'm putting out tons of content weekly. Join the for updates and all kinds of discounts! How to Fly Fish and Travel When it is Your Second Priority Your host, Christian Bacasa, speaks with an accomplished angler that toured the world twice. Stratton Hunter is now a musky specialist, but along his way, he toured the world twice, and both times it was vacation first and angling second. That didn’t stop him from coming up with a fishing plan. Hear how he did it and where he went. Contact Information: The...
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Why do We Fly Fish?
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Fly Fishing Insider Blog is taking off and I'm putting out tons of content weekly. Check out the ! Why do We Fly Fish? Your host, Christian Bacasa, speaks with Rob Kirsch, about why we fly fish. His perspective and that of many others. Rob’s long history of fly fishing and a career in radiology has provided him with a deep understanding of fly fishing for his needs. He then dives into the slow-down technique to make the most out of your day. Contact Information: The Fly Fisherman's Channel has become my favorite place lately. I work with them, so the podcast is on there now and...
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Small Mountain Streams Conservation
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Fly Fishing Insider Blog is taking off and I'm putting out tons of content weekly. Join the for updates and all kinds of discounts! Small Mountain Streams Conservation Your host, Christian Bacasa, speaks with Emma Brown, a guide from Budge’s Lodge who fell in love with fly fishing at a young age with her father. Her passion for small streams and conservation rings out in this episode of the Fly Fishing Insider Podcast. Contact Information: The Fly Fisherman's Channel has become my favorite place lately. I work with them, so the podcast is on there now and without ads....
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Sea Run Cutthroat, How They Run and Your Setup
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Episode Description In this episode, host Christian Bacasa interviews Garrett Lesko, a well-rounded fly tier specializing in deer hair. They discuss Garrett's recent activities, including competitive fly fishing and speaking at clubs. They also explore the opportunities for still water fishing in Oregon and the importance of high-quality flies for remote locations. The main focus of the conversation is on sea-run cutthroat, covering their migration, size, diet, and history. Garrett shares insights into the decline of the sea run cutthroat fishery and the current state of the fishery in...
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East to West Coast Fly Fishing for Redfish in Florida
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Fly Fishing Insider Blog is taking off and I'm putting out tons of content weekly. Join the for updates and all kinds of discounts! East to West Coast Fly Fishing for Redfish in Florida Your host, Christian Bacasa, speaks with rare east-to-west guide Lucas Largel. Lucas has the privilege of location, which allows him to fish both the east and west sides of Florida. In this episode, he explains the knowledge and opportunities you gain from targeting species in two different areas and how it gives you a dynamic learning curve and experience. Contact Information: The...
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Fly Fishing in West Virginia Remains the Hidden Gem
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Go to to explore the latest app available, which is fly fishing exclusive and will truly improve your outings. In this conversation, Curtis Fleming shares his insights and experiences on fly fishing. He discusses various techniques and strategies for landing fish in fast water, emphasizing the importance of avoiding boulders and finding slow water. Curtis also highlights the significance of knowing the behavior and strength of different fish species. He explains the role of tippet strength in landing fish successfully and encourages anglers to push the limits of lighter tippets. Additionally,...
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The Various Locations and Their Species in Western Australia
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Go to to explore the latest app available, which is fly fishing exclusive and will truly improve your outings. In this episode, Angus Line discusses the diverse fishing opportunities in Western Australia, particularly in the Perth area and the Kimberley region. He highlights the variety of species available, including carp, blue bastards, tuskfish, and GTs. Angus shares his experiences and strategies for targeting these species, emphasizing the importance of research, adaptability, and persistence. He also discusses the challenges of fishing for parrotfish and the thrill of sight fishing in...
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Pike and Spot Fishing for Bass in the Midwest
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Fly Fishing Insider Blog is taking off and I'm putting out tons of content weekly. Join the for updates and all kinds of discounts! Pike and Spot Fishing for Bass in the Midwest Your host, Christian Bacasa, speaks with guide Matt Marin from the midwest. He has become well known for his tactics on pike and bass, and in this episode, he will share the techniques he has picked up over the years to be successful. Matt’s open-book style unveils some incredible approaches to these amazing species. Contact Information: The Fly Fisherman's Channel has become my favorite place...
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Unique Fly Fishing Experience on the Kenal River, Alaska
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Go to to explore the latest app available, which is fly fishing exclusive and will truly improve your outings. In this episode, host Christian Bacasa interviews Dallas Voss, a fly fishing guide from Kenai, Alaska. They discuss the unique fly fishing experience on the Kenai River, particularly targeting rainbow trout and understanding the pink salmon years. Dallas emphasizes the importance of protecting rainbow trout and utilizing the salmon runs for sustenance fishing. They also discuss the accessibility and flexibility of fishing on the Kenai River, as well as the variety of activities and...
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- Understanding the behavior and feeding patterns of big fish is crucial for successful fly fishing.
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