In this episode, Joshua and Caleb highlight a very fishy summer and some of the lessons they've taken with them. Also, we look forward to what we're excited about this fall.

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In this episode, we chat with Ben Sittig, the Huge fly fisherman. Ben started fly fishing at 13 years old and never turned back. Several years ago he started his own YouTube channel @HugeFlyFisherman and he creates some of the best instructional and entertaining fly fishing videos out there, but with his own special and authentic twist. We talk with Ben about why it's important not to take ourselves too seriously out on the water and how fly fishing is supposed to be fun, so let's enjoy it.

Huge Fly Fisherman Links:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hugeflyfisherman/

Website: https://hugeflyfisherman.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/HugeFlyFisherman

How To Take Kids Fishing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aXaGXJ4pn6E&list=PLxWRzw3H0t5loEKLON1ooyUgvkjc6vDey&index=3

Family Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxWRzw3H0t5loEKLON1ooyUgvkjc6vDey

Ben Mentions us: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NxGpi0Fo3hk&t=1s

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In this episode, we speak with a guest unlike any other we've had before. Movie director Joshua Caldwell explains everything that goes into directing and creating a phenomenal movie with fly fishing at its heart. "Mending The Line" is a story about wounded veteran John Colter, who returns to the States, still carrying the demons of war, hauntingly disturbed by the everyday expectations of friendships and love interests. In Livingston, Montana, he meets Ike, a surly, headstrong fly-fisherman more than twice his age, and Lucy, a talented photographer turned librarian who reads aloud to veterans, both damaged in their own way. While getting treatment for his physical and psychological wounds, Colter wants only to re-enlist, to have something to die for. But the real challenge is finding something to live for.

In our conversation with Josh, we discuss all that goes into making a great film and hear some great behind-the-scenes stories.

"Mending The Line" will be available on Digital and On Demand starting September 26th.

Follow Josh on Instagram @joshuacaldwelldirector

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In this episode, Joshua and Caleb speak with Brandon Bailes of Panther Branch Bugs. Brandon is a NASA Engineering Technician by day and a fly-tying maniac at night. He resides in North Alabama with his wife and two sons, surrounded by countless small streams and cold and warm water creeks that they get to enjoy all year round.

Brandon grew up wading, fishing, and exploring these small hidden gems, and still, to this day, it’s his favorite type of water to fish due to the challenges it presents and the intimacy of being in close quarters with the quarry. He began fly fishing early but didn’t begin tying until he was an adult, mainly as a creative outlet to relax in the evenings. Brandon has become a master at tying spun deer hair poppers, amongst other amazing flies. He has been featured in Fly Tyer magazine and Field and Stream, where he was titled "The Michelangelo of Deer-Hair Flies."

In our conversation, we dive into Brandon's early love of fly fishing and go into depth on his process of creating beautiful deer hair bugs.

Find Brandon Online:

Instagram: @panther_branch_bugs

Field and Stream Article: https://www.fieldandstream.com/fishing/brandon-bailes-deer-hair-bass-flies/

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In this episode, Joshua and Caleb share about a recent fishing trip that reminded them how unprofessional they really are at this whole fly-fishing thing.

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In this episode, Joshua and Caleb chat with Chris Cain of Malfour Outfitters. Chris grew up the son of a pastor in rural north Alabama, where his passions for Jesus and the outdoors were born. Throughout his upbringing, God saw fit to place men in Chris’s life to cultivate those passions and disciple him in faith and fishing. In 2013, Chris married his beloved Jana, and they moved to north Texas to start a family and begin a life in ministry. Chris served the local church for over eight years through various pastor roles. He now works in the fishing industry, manufacturing and selling rods and reels for Seaborn Outfitters and Bates Fishing Co. Chris and Jana have two boys, Wilder and Sawyer, and currently reside in Mountain Home, AR. For over a year, Chris has founded and is the lead guide for Malfour Outfitters. Malfour’s mission is to leverage the magnificence of creation in turning the hearts of people to their Heavenly Father, the God of creation. This is done by offering exceptional outdoor experiences and unique pastoral care to create a different pace in a different place so that when men leave, they do so with a different perspective.

In this conversation, we discuss:

-Dry Run Creek in northern Arkansas

-tips for dads taking kids fishing

-why early success for kids is important

-the beauty of an unhurried life

and much more.

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Website: https://malfouroutfitters.com/

Instagram:@malfouroutfitters

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Nic Hall is a Marine veteran, Dad, and avid fly-fishing angler in Denver, Colorado. He mainly targets carp in urban environments and trout throughout Colorado. When not fishing, he volunteers with several nonprofits, engaging youth via the Trout Unlimited "Trout in the Classroom" program and teaching fly fishing to underrepresented minorities through fly fishing camps. He also serves as a Board Member of the Denver chapter of Trout Unlimited, where efforts are made to restore and conserve the Denver South Platte River.

Nic started fly fishing three years ago when a friend from West Virginia visited him in Colorado. Growing up as an urban kid in Baltimore, fly fishing was one of those things that didn't seem attainable. He didn't see anyone who looked like him fly fishing, so he never tried or was introduced to it until 2020.

As he becomes a more proficient angler, part of his goal is to share the experience with kids who look like him, ultimately helping them learn about angling, conservation, and overcoming adversity. He hopes that through his nonprofit volunteer work, he can preach stewardship on the water and get new anglers excited about fishing, protecting public lands, and conserving our waterways. Hence, they are here for the next generation.

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb chat with Nic about:

-all things carp fishing, especially in an urban environment

-minority representation in fly fishing

-giving back through fly fishing nonprofits

-tips for taking very young children fishing

and much more.

You can find Nic on Instagram: @midnightceviche

And check out some of the nonprofits he mentioned: https://denvertu.com/ https://www.communityflyfishing.com/

Nic Hall Carp Slam XVII Fundraising Campaign

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In this episode, Joshua and Caleb chat with Dave Stewart of the Wet Fly Swing Podcast. Dave is almost 500 episodes in, interviewing some of the best names in the fly fishing community. He's been sharing knowledge with anglers worldwide for years, and we've been fortunate enough to learn fly fishing and podcasting tips from him.

In our conversation, we discuss why Dave started the Wet Fly Swing and how he's grown it into one of the best fly fishing podcasts. We also learn about fly fishing in the Pacific Northwest and some great dad tips.

Find Dave and the Wet Fly Swing online: https://wetflyswing.com/

See our episode with Dave at: https://wetflyswing.com/dads-on-the-fly-podcast-with-caleb-and-joshua-simmons-faith-fatherhood-and-fly-fishing/

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In this episode, Joshua and Caleb celebrate their 100th episode and cover some listener-submitted topics, including:

-Blue lining for wild trout in western North Carolina

-Balancing fishing and family life

-Best tips and techniques we've learned in 100 episodes

-Why we've fallen in love with smallmouth bass

-Could you fish every day of the year?

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In this episode, Joshua and Caleb join Bo Brooks and Greg Camacho on location at Pirate Waters Outfitter in Washington, NC. We got to fish with Bo and Greg in the morning and then record a podcast in the afternoon. We learn all about Bo and Greg's fly fishing journeys and what it's been like for them to start an outdoor outfitter together.

Bo has been fishing his whole life. After years of climbing cell phone towers, he took the plunge to create an outdoor outfitter in the town he has grown to love. But the shop is about more than just providing amazing apparel and gear. It's truly about loving a community.

Greg runs Camacho Rod Works out of Pirate Waters' shop and has been building custom fly rods for over two years. He also is the leader of the Washington chapter of YoungLife.

Bo and Greg were great hosts for Dads On The Fly and we look forward to fishing with them again in the future.

You can learn more about Bo and Greg by checking them out on Instagram:

@piratewatersoutfitter

@camachorodworks

As we prepare for our 100th episode, we would love to hear from our listeners on any topics or questions you want to cover for episode 100. You can email your ideas to [email protected].

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