Casting Across Fly Fishing

If you don't care about taking care of your stuff for the sake of your stuff, at least take a little bit of energy for the sake of the resources you have and your gear's performance.

Today I share three more gear storage tips that are especially helpful in the middle of the season. An ounce of prevention is truly worth a pound of cure. When boots run upwards of $200 and rods can quickly near a grand, a few minutes spent making sure everything is where it is supposed to be can save you money, heartache, and from adding to the local landfill.

As always, if you have tips or ideas that I don't share feel free to send them my way!

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There are a lot of people out there that put their blood, sweat, and tears into fly fishing. Most of those folks are fly shop owners and employees.

While I only put a few years into working fly fishing retail, I really accumulated some invaluable know-how, experiences, and gear. Lots and lots of gear...

I also have some good stories. Again, my time selling rods, reels, and dog beds is only a drop in the bucket compared to most folks. But I think you'll appreciate some of what I have to share. There are some stories, a few tips, and even some awkward moments.

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In this Q&A episode, I share some of the best questions and comments I've ever received.

Feedback (of any kind) is always exciting. Today, I talk about rod choices, guide recommendations, and favorite gear. These are things that I like discussing on my own. When you're the reason I get to elaborate and pontificate on these topics, it makes it even better.

As always, don't hesitate to reach out with any questions, comments, or... accusations.

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When is your next trip? Where are you going?

...and I don't mean the big, fancy fly-in fly fishing excursion that you do (or don't) have planned for next year. I mean when is the next time you're going somewhere.

There is a good chance that there is fish in that somewhere. And you can certainly have a good time chasing those trout, bass, carp, or fallfish.

This week I talk about how to plan for fitting even a little bit of fly fishing into your next business or family trip. I share some thoughts about the enterprise and then give a few gear essentials.

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Today's podcast content takes a significant detour from our normal programming. That said, it represents what I truly think about more often than not.

At the time of recording, the flooding in Yellowstone National Park is headline outdoors news.

Why does that matter? How should anglers think about it? More importantly, how should we react to it? I ask a lot of questions, attempt to bring in some perspective, and give reason for optimism. Listen, think, and let me know your thoughts!

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It sounds like a dad joke; I know. But think about it. Fish are used to water. It is us that are the problem.

That being said, there are absolutely some things to consider when fly fishing in the rain. Fish, what fish eat, and what fish swim in all change a little bit based upon the precipitation and its effects.

Still, you can have some stellar days on the water in a light drizzle or even a steady rain. Today, I talk about a few things to think about as you head out to catch fish (probably all be yourself, too).

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In this episode, I use words like impressive, remarkable, and excellent more than I usually do. But those adjectives are necessary when describing Maine and her fly fishing opportunities.

Maine could (and does) have a whole podcast dedicated to exploring fly fishing from coast to mountains. Between the stripers, the landlocked salmon, and the brook trout, there are more rivers and fish than an angler could experience in a lifetime.

Today I simply dip my toe into the waters of Maine. Hopefully these 20 minutes whets your appetite to get up into the wildest state on the East coast.

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I know not everyone can move quickly. And I know not everyone wants to run.

But if you can? And if you want to? Lace up your shoes, strap on your pack, and get out into the woods fast.

In this episode I discuss why I like to engage in light hiking and trail running to get farther into the woods faster. Along with getting to fish that don't see most anglers or their flies, it is a way to combine two great outdoors pursuits into one. I talk about gear, approaches, and a few of my own experiences.

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This week I found out that a man who was instrumental in my taking up fly fishing passed away.

I can say that he played a big part in my appreciation for fishing even though he and I never were on the water together once. He mentored and helped along one of my best friends, and that relationship led my friend to introduce me to fishing.

Today I briefly share that story, and talk a little bit about some of the ways that you can invest in the life of a young person through fly fishing. It isn't for everyone, but for those who can do it it is a great way to do some real good.

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I know a few people who have flip phones. They're the bamboo rod enthusiasts of the tech world... or something like that.

For the rest of us, the futuristic computer/camera in our pocket goes with us wherever we go. That often includes the rivers and woods which we enjoy. There are plenty of pros and cons that come with using a smartphone in particular, technology in general, for your fishing.

Today, I talk about some of the things you might be missing out on if you turn to tapping your screen. I give a few reasons why I advocate carrying your smartphone wherever you go.

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