Casting Across Fly Fishing

Yes. I know that for most fly fishers there is no "offseason." But at the bare minimum, contending with shorter days and impossible weather will render the December-February period less intense than June or September.

With that big caveat out of the way, I want to share what this episode is about: Redeeming the time.

Today I talk about four things that you can do sans fly rod that are perfectly suited to cold days. Plus, each and every one will have a tangible payoff come springtime.

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Did you hear that Pebble Mine is toast?

One of the most significant conservation initiatives in fly fishing history has (hopefully) come to a positive conclusion. In this episode, I give a brief recap of what the proposed mine was all about and why it elicited such a strong reaction from the outdoors community. Also, toward the end of the podcast, I throw in a few items that should be food for thought for those who have been paying attention to this long battle.

Check out this brief show, and then head online to dive deep into the multi-faceted subject that was and is the fight against Pebble Mine.

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Today's podcast docket is relatively diverse: brown trout strains, multipurposing your hiking boots, and how our worldview impacts our pathway toward conservation.

Yeah... there isn't a lot of continuity there.

However, all three of the messages I received regarding these issues were thoughtful and worth my time. I think that my interaction with all three of these issues are worth your time too.

As always, listen, think, and feel free to reach out yourself.

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The rise of a trout to a dry fly is perhaps one of the most quintessential moments in all fly fishing. A good cast, a proper drift, and a picturesque take all come together to create what many consider to be the pinnacle of trout fishing.

You can achieve this with any old gear. But there are a few things that will probably make it more attainable and more enjoyable.

Today I walk through the seven things I think are helpful to have with you as you head out. Some you can buy, others are a little less tangible. But they're all important.

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I can't think of a better way to spend a cold, dismal January day than walking around a convention hall filled with flannel-garbed anglers. But I know that there are some out there who can't see the appeal.

My perspective is that many who poo-poo fly fishing shows are doing it wrong.

In today's episode, I share 5 things that I'd do if I was heading to a fly fishing expo event. And to get out ahead of the number one critique: only one of them involves spending any money.

Whether you're planning on heading to a show or not this winter, this podcast will hopefully give you some ideas.

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Ideally, we'd all be thoughtful and intentional fly shop patrons out of our own wisdom. Sometimes, we need tales of woe to correct us.

And sometimes, we like to be entertained by the ridiculous goings-on that occur at fly shops.

Once again, I'm turning back a few chapters in my life to when I spent some time working at a fly shop. I share a few stories and pass along a few things I've learned from my days selling rods, flies, and ugly sweaters.

Lastly, I encourage you to head into your local fly shop to hear some good (and maybe hairy) stories from these important parts of our culture.

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Well, really it is your favorite fly fishing stuff on Casting Across in 2022. But I did want to talk about the articles and podcasts that got the most attention over this past year. I think that both of these segments reflect some good stuff in the fly fishing community, and hopefully what I bring to the table is beneficial to all that stop to read or listen.

I also share some of what I've done over the past year, and what I plan to do in 2023.

And, as always, I did want to thank you for being a part of Casting Across!

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I am not an Euro Nymphing guru, and this is by no means a comprehensive treatment of the technique/gear/universe.

So it is with trepidation that I wade into what is only meant to be a quick, initiatory overview of a topic that elicits very strong emotions. But you don't need to have an emotional response to how anyone fishes. You can use an incredibly productive tactic and some helpful equipment to catch more fish.

I'll share some quick thoughts, and encourage you to check out some more resources.

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STOP! If you're a veteran fly tyer or if you've decided that fly tying just isn't your thing, this podcast is still for you.

There are a lot of "bad first steps" for people who are interested in taking up fly tying. In this episode, I share what I believe to be the first three things you should do if you are considering trying your hand at tying. Similarly, these are the things I think are wisest to recommend to someone who has asked you about fly tying.

After all, you don't want to miss out on something fun because you didn't start out well.

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Today I talk through four flies that work for me in the winter. Notice I said for me. That doesn't mean that they won't work for you. In fact, I think that they will work for you. But I have a lot of confidence in these four patterns.

And confidence matters, because there is no silver bullet fly that you can use for trout in the cold months. But there are certain facets of some popular flies that will appeal to fish that aren't as active or aggressive in the winter.

Hear what the four flies are, hear why I choose them, and hear how to fish them in this episode.

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