In this episode, Michael is joined by Capt. John Rogers, whose path to becoming a highly respected Maine Guide is anything but ordinary. From his roots in Freeport to running a family restaurant, becoming a Sea Captain in the Florida Keys, and eventually founding a successful guide school in Maine. John’s journey is a testament to reinvention, passion, and the power of living your life in the outdoors. With warmth and wisdom, he shares the lessons learned along the way—and what it truly means to live a life guided by endurance and passion.

 

Episode Release: 4/8/2025

S3E12: Capt. John Rogers, a “Maine Guide Shaped by Experience and Resilience”

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In this episode, Michael is joined by Reggie Hammond, a seasoned Maine warden whose career has taken him from the deep woods of Maine to some of the most remote fishing waters in the world. With decades of experience in wildlife law enforcement and a lifelong love for angling, Reggie shares thrilling stories of chasing poachers, exploring legendary fisheries, and living at the intersection of conservation and adventure.

 

Episode Release: 3/25/2025

S3E11: Reggie Hammond, “Veteran Maine Warden and World-Traveled Angler”

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In this episode, Michael is joined by Alex Poland, whose life is a unique blend of creativity, adventure, and living his best life in the great outdoors. From painting inspired by Maine’s wilderness to building a yurt retreat, Alex shares his journey of balancing artistry, fishing, and entrepreneurship in Western Maine.

 

Episode Release: 3/11/2025

S3E10: Alex Poland, “Artist, Guide, and Yurt Retreat Visionary”

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In this episode, Michael is joined by special guest co-host Bill Pierce as they welcome a true Maine fly fishing legend, Aldro French. Together, they dive into Aldro’s lifetime of adventures, from guiding on the Rapid River to winters at Forest Lodge. With stories of legendary fishing days and lifelong friendships, Aldro brings humor, history, and heart to every tale.

 

Episode Release: 2/25/2025

S3E9: Aldro French, the “Rapid River Fly Fishing Legend”

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In this episode, Maine’s Department of Marine Resources Commissioner, Pat Keliher, invites Michael to his HQ and shares his remarkable journey of guiding through challenging waters, transforming fisheries, and leading conservation efforts. With insights into the evolution of the striped bass fishery and Maine’s commercial fisheries future, this is a compelling story you won’t want to miss!

 

Episode Release: 2/11/2025

S3E8: Pat Keliher, the “Commissioner of Maine’s Marine Resources”

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Join us for an inspiring episode as Michael sits down with Josh Brown, who shares the story of his powerful journey from military service to finding purpose and fulfillment through the art of crafting custom landing nets in Maine.

 

Episode Release: 1/21/25

S3E7: Josh Brown, a “Veteran Finding Purpose in Crafting Landing Nets”

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Join us as Michael sits down with Glenn Grant, a remarkable figure in Rangeley’s wilderness, sharing tales of fly fishing history and family legacies.

 

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Join us as Michael talks with Rangeley's best-known Maine Guide, Kris Thompson, who shares his expert insights, stories of guided brook trout adventures, and his perspective on building a lifelong guiding career.

 

Episode Release: 12/17/24

S3E5: Kris Thompson, the "Master of Rangeley Brook Trout Pursuits"

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Join us for our second episode of two with Leslie Hilyard as the conversation deepens, exploring the remarkable legacy of Herb Welch. Leslie shares fascinating insights uncovered in exploring the background and history surrounding this Legendary Maine Guide from Oquossoc, including the unexpected tale of an unsolved murder mystery, revealing how every story can lead to surprising and captivating discoveries.

 

Episode Release: 11/26/24

S3E4: Leslie Hilyard, a "Keeper of Maine’s Fly Fishing History” Pt. 2

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We are excited to share the first of two episodes, where Michael and Leslie have a delightful conversation about Leslie and his father's remarkable work in writing a book that honors a Maine legend, Carrie Stevens, and her incredible impact on the world of fly fishing as a historical breakthrough fly tyer.

 

Episode Release: 11/12/24

S3E3: Leslie Hilyard, a "Keeper of Maine’s Fly Fishing History” Pt. 1

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