#773 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/773    

Presented by: Pescador on the Fly, FishHound Expeditions, Four Wheel Campers

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We sit down with Kirk Deeter, editor of Trout Magazine and one of the most recognizable voices in fly fishing media. From the challenges facing today's fisheries to the stories behind the stories he publishes, Kirk opens up about the role of journalism, conser...

#772 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/772

Presented By: Intrepid Camp Gear, Visit Idaho, Smitty's Fly Box, FishHound Expeditions

In today's show, we have the return visit from a veteran guide and industry professional, Eric Leininger. You may recall Eric was on the show back in In the Bucket episode #5 with Stu Foxall and Scoop Mason. Today, Eric is going to be joined by his good bu...

#771 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/771

Presented by:  TroutRoutes, Intrepid Camp Gear, Fish The Fly, Jackson Hole Fly Company

 
In this follow-up episode, Phil Rowley is back with Jerry McBride, one of the key people who helped create the Balanced Flies. He's here to break down exactly how he fishes these flies on Stillwater lakes. 

If you’ve ever tied on a balanced leech and wondered, “Now what?”, this episode is packed with...

#770 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/770   

Presented by: San Juan Rodworks 

In this episode, we’re joined by Gary Davis, the founder of San Juan Rodworks. Gary shares his unique journey from the golf course to the world of fly rods. We dive into how his background in golf and a passion for music influence his approach to fly rod design. Whether you’re new to fly fishing or a seasoned angler looking for an upgrade, Gary breaks ...

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/769

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In this episode of CJ’s Reel Southern Podcast, Chad covers early summer fly fishing in the Ozarks. He starts with a quick June fishing report, highlighting the transition from caddis to sulfurs on the White and Norfolk Rivers, and why high water during a sulfur hatch can make for surprisingly good dry fly action. Chad also touches on the opportunitie...

#768:  Wet Fly Swing Pro here:  https://wetflyswing.com/pro

I share the updated pan for Wet Fly Swing Pro, the membership community for this podcast.  If you click the link above and enter your name and email, I'll follow up with you on the next steps and to learn more.

Wet Fly Swing Pro will connect you to like minded anglers, some will become life long friends.  It will also connect you with Dave during Q and A Calls and experts ...

#767B Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/767B

Presented by:  Visit Idaho

 
The Women's Fly Fishing World Championship is coming to the U.S. for the first time, and it’s happening in Island Park, Idaho. In this episode, we’re joined by Team USA's women's team president, Melissa Smith, who'll give us a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to compete on Stillwaters. 

Melissa will share tips for tackling a new lake, from doing yo...

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/767

Presented By: TroutRoutes, Stonefly Nets, Grand Teton Fly Fishing, Patagonia

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Today, we sit down with UK fly fishing legend Peter Cockwill for a wide-ranging chat on small stillwaters, chalk streams, and the decades-long friendship with our friend Jim Teeny. Peter shares his origin story insights into stocking trout with simple flies and why you shoul...

754 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/766

Presented By: Fish The Fly, Pescador on the Fly, Waters West, Drifthook Fly Fishing

California is one of the most populous states in the US and one of the most diverse places to fly fish. From the base of the Sierra Nevadas to the Pacific Coast, steelhead in the North, carp on the flats, and saltwater opportunities in Southern California. It'...

# 765 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/765

Presented by:  Stonefly Nets, Smitty's Fly Box, Grand Teton Fly Fishing, San Juan Rodworks 

Did you know the Feather Thief story actually connects back to today’s guest?

Spencer Seim is a New Mexico fly fishing guide and classic fly tyer whose deep knowledge and love for traditional patterns helped shape the story behind The Feather Thief. We get into his take on that whole crazy story,...

#763 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/763

Presented by:  TroutRoutes, Fish The Fly, Stonefly Nets, On DeMark Lodge

When you hear “urban fly fishing,” what comes to mind? Trash? Pollution? Or carp?

But today’s guest is here to flip that idea on its head. He’s a full-time guide who chases fish in the heart of Arizona, exploring canals, lakes, and small streams right in the city. 

By the end of this episode, you’ll see carp in a wh...

#762 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/762 

Presented by: On DeMark Lodge, FishHound Expeditions, Drifthook Fly Fishing

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Kirk Wallace Johnson, author of The Feather Thief, joins us to share the wild tale of a world-class fly tyer who broke into a British museum and stole nearly 300 rare bird specimens—all to tie classic salmon flies. We explore the strange subculture behind the heist...

#761 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/761

Presented by:  Yellowstone Teton Territory, Mountain Waters Resort, Smitty's Fly Box,  Togiak River Lodge

Caleb Andrews of Tails of the Tides is here to help you make the most of your trip if you plan on fly fishing for redfish in South Carolina.

We’re talking perfect trip timing, his go-to fly materials, how scent actually plays into hookups, and even what to look for when you're creepi...

#760B Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/760B

Presented by: Moccasin Fly Club

Today's story started with a pair of forgotten wading boots, a group chat, and a long hike into Cheesman Canyon... with only a pair of moccasins! Hear how this mishap not only turned into a fun story to tell around a campfire but also sparked the idea for a company that’s now helping anglers plan better trips, save money, and fish more often.

In this epi...

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/760

Presented By: Mountain Waters Resort, Smitty's Fly Box, FishHound Expeditions, Patagonia

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One of the most iconic fish you'll see across social media is the peacock bass - massive, vibrant, and found deep in some of the most remote jungle waters on the planet. Today, we're heading into one of those places, Baku Lodge in Colombia. They're the local indi...

#759 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/759 

Presented by: San Juan Rodworks, Fish The Fly, FishHound Expeditions, Mountain Waters Resort

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In this episode, we sit down with Jerry Kustich—bamboo rod builder, author, and one of the pioneers of Great Lakes steelhead fly fishing. From his off-the-grid cabin days in Idaho to building rods with legends like Tom Morgan at Winston and starting ...