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Casting Across Fly Fishing episodes

October 23, 2020 Fish Tales: Under the Bridge
We all have memorable fish that we have caught. Some of the most memorable might be fish that we didn't catch right away. That is the story of this fish.
This episode is a little different than most. Hear me talk through a season of chasing one particular brown trout. Along with some of the narrative, I share a little bit of the "how" and "why."
Hopefully you enjoy it. More than that, hopefully it will get you thinking about chasing after that one fish yourself.

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28 min
October 16, 2020 Fly Fishing Accusations, X
Why have more than one pair of sunglasses?
Why spend a lot of time creating loop-to-loop line/leader connections?
Why listen to anything I say?
I answer those questions, and a few more, on this week's podcast.
I always appreciate getting feedback, and have a lot of fun interacting with emails, comments, and social media chirps. Having that back-and-forth is a great aspect to Casting Across, and one of my favorite things about being a part of the fly fishing community.

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26 min
October 09, 2020 Special Guests for #100
100 episodes.
That is a lot of my voice.
So, this week I have a few special guests that join me on the podcast. All three have been fishing for their entire life, and I think that you'll appreciate their perspectives. I can honestly say that they keep it simple, keep it real, and keep it fun.
Also, I wanted to convey a big thank you to all who listen. Thanks for making these 25 minutes part of your week. I truly appreciate it!

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26 min
October 02, 2020 Why You Should Fish Manchester, VT
Where can you go to get some fly fishing history, beautiful scenery, fun for the whole family... and a few trout?
Nestled in the bottom left corner of Vermont sits the little town of Manchester. Orvis is there. The American Museum of Fly Fishing is there. They're there because the Battenkill River is there.
If you find yourself wanting to spend a long weekend in the region, you'll not be disappointed.

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28 min
September 25, 2020 Nostalgia, Losing, & Rock n' Roll
Where have you fished the most?
Do you remember the first time you went? Was it a remarkable success or a tragic comedy of errors? Regardless, I'd wager that you can remember the first time you went fly fishing on your favorite river, stream, or lake.
In this episode I recount my first trip to a beloved spring creek. I came to know it very well, but the first time I tried to lure out a brown trout was hardly successful. Still I remember it - and I remember it fondly.

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26 min
September 18, 2020 Angling Observances & Miscellany
Every week I approach podcast recording time with a handful of ideas. Most fill up a 20 minute episode. Some are a little more brief, derivative, or otherwise not enough.
This episode is a compilation of 4 or 5 topics, only strung together by the common thread of fly fishing. There is some theory, some practical advice, and even a commentary on death. (It's brief, but i got it in there.) It is a quick run through a number of miscellaneous angling observations - enjoy!

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26 min
September 11, 2020 A Few Trashy Flies
Many a fly shop counter has heard the debates and the arguments.
"Those aren't flies."
"If it is within the law, it is a fly."
"That's a lure."
"You're just jealous you can't catch as many fish."
...and so on.
In this episode I take a brief look at the spectrum of fly authenticity. I attempt to get at the root of the quarrel, and try my hand at some conflict resolution.
Maybe you'll scoff. Maybe you'll cheer. Hopefully you'll be entertained.

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30 min
September 04, 2020 Fishing Away From People
Good weather means a good day to be outside. And that isn't a secret. Spring, Fall, and pleasant Summer days can cause your favorite spots to fill up quickly.
In this episode I talk about four ways I’ve learned to beat the crowds and still get into fish. You don’t have to give up your favorite water, but with a little outside the fly box thinking you can get into some really great good weather fishing… and be all by yourself.

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25 min
August 28, 2020 Fly Fishing Gear, Spend or No?
Fly fishing is about the experience, not the labels or the quality of your gear... but you need gear to fish, right?
In this episode, I quickly go through a dozen or so pieces of fly fishing gear. I share my opinion on what kinds of gear warrant a little more money and which don't. There are countless variables that I don't explore, and you know your budget and your angling better than I do. Still, you may benefit from hearing why and how your priorities could stand a slight reshuffling.

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26 min
August 21, 2020 3 Ways to Shake Up Fishing Dry Flies
Cast at a 45-degree angle upstream. Mend. Allow the fly to drift without dragging. Repeat.
Honestly, that sounds like an ideal situation. The stereotypical dry fly presentation is fun. However, there are plenty of times when the fish or the setting are anything but stereotypical:
if you have ever encountered situations where the fish aren't playing ball, you can't get into "proper" casting position, or you need a little help seeing your fly.

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26 min

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The Casting Across Fly Fishing Podcast explores the quarry and the culture of fly fishing. Each episode, I'll discuss some aspect of fly fishing - the people, places, and things that go into the…