This week, master fly tier Doug Oatman joins us to share his six-decade journey that began with watching grasshoppers on his family's lake and evolved into creating museum-worthy Atlantic salmon flies. While known for his artistic salmon patterns, Doug's true genius lies in innovative yet simple designs, like his foam frog series and "Doug's Red Tube" that landed him a 30-inch Taneycomo rainbow. He reveals Kansas City's hidden fishing gems, from Lexington Lake's sunfish paradise to prime smallmouth waters just 45 minutes away.

Beyond the vise, Doug opens up about learning to balance his passion for fishing with family life, now finding his greatest joy in teaching his granddaughter to cast. His involvement with Project Healing Waters and community initiatives demonstrates his belief that giving back is as essential as any fishing technique.

This episode is a hoot!

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