The thestillwateredge’s Podcast
The Stillwater Edge delivers quick, actionable stillwater fly fishing tips each week. Hosted by Greg Keenan, this no-nonsense podcast helps you fine-tune your approach with proven tactics for stillwater fishing Whether you’re a beginner or experienced angler, get the insights you need to fish smarter and catch more—in 15 minutes or less. Subscribe now and stay ahead on the water.
Episodes
Most anglers spook trophy trout before the fly even hits the water. In this episode, discover how stealth casting can turn every cast into a catch.
Stealth casting is one of the most overlooked skills in stillwater fly fishing but it’s the difference between watching trout scatter and watching them eat your fly. In this episode of The Stillwater Edge Podcast, Greg Keenan breaks down how to approach, deliver, and control your pr...
Most anglers overpack for the lake and it’s costing them time, space, and fish. In this episode, Greg Keenan shares his proven minimalist Stillwater fly-fishing system to help you travel light without leaving behind what matters. Learn how to streamline your gear, pack smarter for float tubes or boats, and focus more on catching fish than managing clutter. Tune in and discover how to stay efficient, organized, and ready for any Sti...
The right stillwater landing net can be the difference between landing a trophy trout and losing it at the boat. In this episode, Greg breaks down what makes the perfect net—hoop size, handle length, mesh type, and the key feature every stillwater angler needs to avoid chaos around anchors and motors.
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Clear camo fly lines aren’t a gimmick they’re a stealth weapon. Greg explains how this translucent line helps you fool pressured Stillwater trout by cutting shadows and blending into the water. Learn when and how to use it to catch more fish in calm, clear lakes. Get free monthly Stillwater PDFs and trip info at thestillwateredge.com.
Trout often ignore your nymphs and dries because they’re feeding in the emerger zone just below the surface film. In this episode, Greg Keenan shares four deadly emerger fly patterns that trigger strikes when nothing else works.
Learn how to fish Chironomid, Callibaetis, Caddis, and Damsel emergers, when to switch lines, and how to present them perfectly for Stillwater success.
Perfect for anglers looking to master that overlooked ...
Description: Are you fighting trout too long without realizing it’s hurting the fish? In this episode, Greg Keenan breaks down the signs of trout stress, how water temperature impacts survival, and simple ways to fish more ethically on Stillwaters. Learn how small changes like keeping fish wet, using barbless hooks, and fishing during cooler periods can protect the fisheries we all love.
What if you could catch more trout next season with just five simple fly patterns? In this episode, Greg Keenan shares his top five Stillwater flies to tie this winter no exotic materials, no advanced techniques, just proven confidence patterns that work.
Discover why simplicity beats complexity at the vise, the color variations that matter most, and how to set up your winter tying sessions for success.
Intro: When water temperatures cool in the fall, trout change their feeding patterns and the same retrieve that fooled them in summer won’t cut it anymore. In this episode, I’ll share the one retrieve that consistently produces aggressive takes during fall stillwater fishing.
Episode Description: Fall is prime time for targeting big stillwater trout, but only if you adjust your approach. In this episode of the Stillwater Edge Podca...
Hook: Do you really need a boat to catch big stillwater trout? In this episode, Greg breaks down the real pros and cons of fishing from shore and when bank fishing can actually out fish a boat.
Episode Description: Fishing from the bank often looks simple you just walk up and cast. But there’s more to it than meets the eye. In this episode of the Stillwater Edge Podcast, Greg Keenan explores when shore fishing is your best option, ...
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intro: Too many anglers change flies too quickly. The DRP method—Depth Retrieve Pattern—gives you a proven system to locate Stillwater trout and stay consistent even on tough days.
Episode Description: In this episode of the Stillwater Edge Podcast, Greg shares the DRP Framework (Depth Retrieve Pattern), a system he learned from Phil Rowley that transforms how you approach Stillwa...
Intro: A cluttered boat doesn’t just waste time—it costs you fish. In this episode, learn how a clean sweep and organized system can instantly make you more efficient and successful on stillwaters.
Episode Description: Stillwater success often comes down to preparation—and nothing ruins your efficiency like a messy boat. In this episode of the Stillwater Edge Podcast, Greg Keenan breaks down why keeping your boat clean and organi...
You are getting the depth right but trout keep ignoring your fly. The problem is not your cast or your retrieve. It is size color profile and bead choice. In this episode I show you exactly how to match what trout are actually eating so your presentation gets eaten.
Episode Description: Most stillwater anglers miss fish because their chironomid does not match the real thing. In this quick tactical breakdown I walk you through how t...
Showing up to a brand new lake can feel overwhelming but it doesn’t have to. In this episode of the Stillwater Edge Podcast, guide and educator Greg Keenan shares a proven 30-minute system for breaking down any stillwater quickly and effectively. Learn how to identify the three key zones of a lake (littoral, transitional, and deep), locate structure, and use smart rigging strategies to cover multiple depths. Discover how to fish fa...
Intro: You’ve got the flies, the gear, and the perfect conditions yet the fishing is dead. The missing piece? It might just be the moon. In this episode, discover how lunar phases influence trout feeding windows and how to use them to your advantage.
Episode Description: Moon phases don’t just matter for tides they also shape trout behavior in stillwaters. In this episode of the Stillwater Edge Podcast, Greg Keenan breaks down the ...
If you fish spring and fall the same way, you’re leaving trout on the table. In this episode, discover the five key differences in trout behavior that will help you adapt your approach and catch more fish year-round.
Episode Description: Trout may be the same species, but their behavior in spring and fall could not be more different. In this episode of the Stillwater Edge Podcast, Greg Keenan breaks down the five seasonal shifts ev...
Episode Title: Stillwater Leader Setup with Tippet Rings & Swivels
Intro: Two tiny upgrades tippet rings and micro swivels can save leaders, reduce line twist, and keep your flies in the strike zone longer.
Episode Description: Most stillwater anglers focus on rods and lines but ignore the micro gear that makes everything work better. In this quick episode, Greg explains how tippet rings and micro swivels upgrade your leader sy...
Episode Description: When a hot bite dies for no clear reason, barometric pressure is often the culprit. In this quick tactical breakdown, Greg explains how high and low pressure systems change trout behavior and hatch timing, why fish sulk during fast drops, and the exact windows when feeding turns on again. You will get simple adjustments for tactics, flies, and retrieves so you can fish smarter through tough weather and capitali...
Episode Description: Trout follow a seasonal food calendar, and understanding it can transform your fishing success. In this episode of the Stillwater Edge podcast, Greg Keenan breaks down the primary food sources trout rely on in lakes—chironomids, daphnia, scuds, damsels, dragonflies, mayflies, and back swimmers. Learn when trout key in on each, how they feed, and the best fly fishing techniques to match the hatch. If you’ve ever...
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Scuds might be the most overlooked food source in stillwater fly fishing but they’re often the key to consistent success. In this episode, Greg Keenan breaks down exactly when, where, and how to fish scuds so you can start catching more trout. Episode Description: Scuds, also known as freshwater shrimp, are one of the most important year-round food sources for trout in stillwaters. In this episode of the Stillwater Edge Podc...
As temperatures drop and winter approaches, trout feed aggressively to bulk up. This late fall window can be one of your best opportunities to connect with trophy stillwater fish if you know where to look and what to use.
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