Dads On The Fly

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Dads On The Fly episodes

January 30, 2023 74. The Moms on the Fly: Laura and Sally Simmons. The wives' perspective on attending a fly fishing festival, podcasting, fly fishing, and more. A game of "Name That Fly Fishing Item."
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb converse with their wives, Laura and Sally Simmons. There is a lot of laughter and fun in this episode as they discuss:
-Recapping their Virginia Fly Fishing and Wine Festival trip
-Funny stories from a family trip
-Getting to meet some of our fly-fishing role models
-The wives' perspective on the podcast
-Plans for the future
-Sally's newfound joy of fly fishing
-A game of "Name That Fly Fishing Item"
Thanks to the ladies for joining us on our adventures and supporting us.
Check out our sponsors:
TroutRoutes: https://troutinsights.com/
Maggie Valley Fly Shop: https://www.maggievalleyflyshop.com/
Anadromous Fly Company: https://www.aflyco.com/
Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=84380068
52 min
January 23, 2023 73. Dylan Tomine: Author, Patagonia ambassador, fly-fish bum, and father. The evolution of a fly fisherman. Conservation and how every angler can be involved. The evolution of a fly fishing dad.
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb have a conversation with Dylan Tomine. Dylan is a writer, Patagonia ambassador, fly-fishing fanatic, and father. We discuss:
-Dylan's beginnings in fly fishing
-Dylan's books and writings about fly fishing and family
-How Dylan evolved as an angler over time
-How we all evolve as anglers, or at least we should
-How losing his home waters and having a child led Dylan to become a reluctant conservationist
-How every angler should be and can be a conservationist
-Dylan's evolution as a father with older kids and how that has affected his fly fishing
-Dylan gives tips for getting his kids on the water and why it is so important for him to do so
Amidst these topics are wonderful storytelling and jocularity that Dylan brings to the conversation. Enjoy!
Find Dylan Tomine Online:
https://www.dylantomine.com/
Instagram: @dylantomine
Dylan's Books:
"Headwaters" https://www.dylantomine.com/headwaters
"Closer To The Ground" https://www.dylantomine.com/closer-to-the-ground
Patagonia and Dylan produced documentary "Artifishal" - https://youtu.be/XdNJ0JAwT7I
Check out our sponsors:
Maggie Valley Fly Shop: https://www.maggievalleyflyshop.com/
TroutRoutes: https://troutinsights.com/
Anadromous Fly Company: https://www.aflyco.com/
Turtlebox Audio: https://turtleboxaudio.com/
1 hr 11 min
January 16, 2023 72. Taylor Klarman of River Run Angling. Finding solace in East Tennessee. Always learning in fly fishing. The challenges of being a new dad. Finding healing on the water.
Joshua and Caleb interview Taylor Klarman of River Run Angling in this episode. Taylor is a fairly new fly fishing guide in east Tennessee and a brand new dad. He has traveled all over the world in the military and has fished some amazing places. Fly fishing has helped him find healing after his time of service. Listen in as we discuss:
-Finding solace in East Tennessee
-Always learning new things on the water.
-Learning about new rigs to catch more fish
-Being a brand-new dad
-How fly fishing has helped find healing after a serving in the military
-and much more.
Find Taylor online:
Website: https://riverrunangling.com/
Instagram: @riverrunangling
Check out our sponsors:
TroutRoutes: https://troutinsights.com/
Maggie Valley Fly Shop: https://www.maggievalleyflyshop.com/
Anadromous Fly Company: https://www.aflyco.com/
Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=84380068
1 hr 4 min
January 09, 2023 71. Zach Pope of TroutRoutes. Creating the #1 Trout Fishing App and tips for dads getting their kids on the water.
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb converse with Zachary Pope, the Founder and CEO of TroutRoutes. TroutRoutes is the ultimate guide to trout streams. Designed by avid anglers to include everything you need to discover and explore great trout fishing destinations across the United States. We discuss:
-Zach's early frustrations with fly fishing for trout
-How this lead to the creation of TroutRoutes
-All of TroutRoutes amazing features
-How to best use TroutRoutes
-Lessons learned along the way
-Tips for dads wanting to get their kids on the water
-How dads, specifically, can benefit from using TroutRoutes
Check out Zach and TroutRoutes online:
-Website with more information: https://troutinsights.com/
-Download the Apps:
-Google App: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.troutinsights.troutroutes&hl=en_US
-Apple App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/troutroutes/id1423989574
-Follow on Instagram: @troutroutes
Check out our sponsors:
Maggie Valley Fly Shop: https://www.maggievalleyflyshop.com/
Anadromous Fly Company: https://www.aflyco.com/
Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=84380068
50 min
January 02, 2023 70. Jess Westbrook of The Mayfly Project. Finding healing on the river. The story of The Mayfly Project.
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview Jess Westbrook of The Mayfly Project. The Mayfly Project is a nonprofit organization that uses fly fishing as a catalyst to mentor children in foster care. Their mission is to support children in foster care through fly fishing and introduce them to their local water ecosystems, with a hope that connecting them to a rewarding hobby will provide an opportunity for foster children to have fun, feel supported, and develop a meaningful connection with the outdoors.
In this episode, we discuss:
-Being driven by fly fishing
-Finding healing from anxiety and trauma on the river
-Creating opportunities for foster kids to heal
-How The Mayfly Project impacts kids
-The growth of The Mayfly Project
-Connecting the most vulnerable population with some of the most passionate people
-How to get involved in The Mayfly Project
Learn more about The Mayfly Project:
Website: https://themayflyproject.com/
Instagram: @themayflyproject
Check out our sponsors:
Maggie Valley Fly Shop: https://www.maggievalleyflyshop.com/
Trout Routes: https://troutinsights.com/
Anadromous Fly Company: https://www.aflyco.com/
Support DadsOnTheFly: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=84380068
1 hr 2 min
December 19, 2022 69. Looking Back & Looking Ahead. 2022 in review. What lies ahead for DadsOnTheFly in 2023.
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb discuss the past year and then look ahead to 2023. They discuss:
-past several months of episodes and our takeaways
-2022 goals achieved
-2022 goals not achieved
-2023 goals
-2023 plans for Dads On The Fly
-Ways you can get involved with Dads On The Fly
and much more!
Check out the upcoming 2023 Virginia Fly Fishing and Wine Festival: https://www.vaflyfishingfestival.com/
Check out our sponsors:
Maggie Valley Fly Shop: https://www.maggievalleyflyshop.com/
Anadromous Fly Company: https://www.aflyco.com/
31 min
December 12, 2022 68. Beau Beasley: Author, Fly Fishing Festival Director, Former Firefighter and Paramedic. Getting hooked on fly fishing. Writing on fly fishing. Helping others through fly fishing. Hosting festivals.
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb have a conversation with Beau Beasley.
Beau is the Festival Director of the Virginia Fly Fishing & Wine Festival and the Texas Fly Fishing & Brew Festival. He previously served 30 years as a firefighter with the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department and retired as the senior paramedic and Captain of Engine 427 in West Springfield, Virginia. He is an author who has written for multiple fly fishing publications and authored two books: "Fly Fishing Virginia: A No Nonsense Guide to Top Waters" and "Fly Fishing Mid-Atlantic: A No Nonsense Guide to Top Waters." He is currently working on a new book, "Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing," that will bring stories to life of brave men and women who served in the military.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Beau getting hooked on the drug of fish on the fly
- Meeting some legends in fly fishing almost on accident
- Writing on fly fishing
- How fly fishing has been helpful for himself and others
- Hosting a fly fishing festival
- What to look forward to at the 2023 Virginia Fly Fishing and Wine Festival
- How faith intersects with fly fishing and helping others along the way.
- and much more!
Check out Beau and his writings:
Website: https://beaubeasley.com/
Instagram: @beasley_beau
Fly Fishing Virginia: A No Nonsense Guide to Top Waters https://a.co/d/hKLEJDH (we've shared the link but encourage you to buy it at a local fly shop)
Fly Fishing the Mid-Atlantic: A No Nonsense Guide to Top Waters https://a.co/d/4keEJeW (we've shared the link but encourage you to buy it at a local fly shop)
Check out the Virginia and Texas Fly Fishing Festivals:
Virginia Fly Fishing and Wine Festival (January 14-15, 2023. Doswell, VA) https://www.vaflyfishingfestival.com/
Texas Fly Fishing and Brew Festival (February 25-26, 2023. Mesquite, TX) https://txflyfishingfestival.org/
Check out our sponsors:
Maggie Valley Fly Shop: https://www.maggievalleyflyshop.com/
Anadromous Fly Company: https://www.aflyco.com/
1 hr 2 min
December 05, 2022 67. Brian Guengerich and David Moore of Rent This Rod. The importance of fishing buddies. Creating a Fly Fishing rental company. Stories of kids on the water.
In today's episode, Joshua and Caleb sit down with the owners of Rent This Rod, Brian Guengerich and David Moore. We discuss:
-David and Brian's introductions to fly fishing
-How a fishing buddy impacts your experience of learning or getting back into fly fishing
-The story of "Rent This Rod"
-Creating a fly fishing rental company
-The hard work behind the scenes of creating a small business
-David and Brian's recent fishing adventures
-Stories of getting their kids on the water
and much more!
Check out Rent This Rod:
Website: https://rentthisrod.com/
Facebook and Instagram: @rentthisrod
Check out our sponsors:
Maggie Valley Fly Shop: https://www.maggievalleyflyshop.com/
Anadromous Fly Company: https://www.aflyco.com/
Follow DadsontheFly online:
https://www.dadsonthefly.com/
Facebook and Instagram: @dadsonthefly
1 hr 6 min
November 28, 2022 66. Matthew Carter of Orvis Greenville. Creating a community of anglers. Chasing authenticity as people and anglers. Getting kids on the water.
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview Matthew Carter from the Orvis Greenville, SC location. We discuss:
-Matthew's beginnings in fly fishing
-The importance of fishing buddies when learning to fly fish
-The Orvis Greenville fly fishing community
-Exciting opportunities for fly fishing around Greenville, SC
-Why we fish
-Finding authenticity as an angler
-Getting kids on the water
-What taking family photos has taught Matthew about engaging with our kids
-and much more!
From this episode:
-Check out the Orvis Greenville, SC location: https://stores.orvis.com/us/south-carolina/greenville
-Follow them on Instagram: @orvisgreenville
-Find Matthew Online: https://www.matthewfranklincarter.com
Check out our sponsors:
-https://www.maggievalleyflyshop.com/
-https://www.aflyco.com/
51 min
November 21, 2022 65. The 2022 Fly Fishing Wish List
Just in time for holiday shopping, Joshua and Caleb take some time to discuss some items that you might want to include in your Christmas lists. However, this list isn't like other fly fishing wish lists. We leave out the essential fly fishing gear and discuss some niche items we have recently drawn to. We also take some time at the beginning of this episode to tell some of our recent fly-fishing stories.
Check out our recent interview with Dave from the Wet Fly Swing Podcast: https://wetflyswing.com/dads-on-the-fly-podcast-with-caleb-and-joshua-simmons-faith-fatherhood-and-fly-fishing/
Check out our sponsors:
Anadromous Fly Company: https://www.aflyco.com/
Maggie Valley Fly Shop: https://www.maggievalleyflyshop.com/
51 min

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We are dads and brothers who love to fly fish. We're trying to tackle parenting and family in the same way we tackle our beloved fly fishing hobby: we're figuring it out as we go along. We talk about…