This episode of Untangled is one of the most important pieces of media ever produced for beginning fly anglers. It rivals the value of buffalo wings and Diet Coke. In this week's show, your host Spencer Durrant walks you through everything to know about catch-and-release. He shares science-based best practices for hooking, fighting, landing, and releasing trout, so that you're able to leave our fish and rivers in the best shape possible.  You'll also learn about:   Tips for tying better knots A suggestion on a good beginner fly pattern to tie The flies that Spencer HATES tying How to fish "weird" rivers  QUESTIONS?! - Submit Them Here! 

How To Catch Fish WITHOUT Killing Them | Ep. 65

Spencer Durrant hosts "Untangled: Fly Fishing For Everyone." The show answers user-submitted questions about fly fishing, helping others learn and grow in this wonderful sport.

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Do you get nervous at the sight of BIG water? You know, a river so big that it probably qualifies for fat guy seating on airplanes?  That's completely normal! But part of your education and growth as an angler is learning how to fish these bigger rivers, and on today's episode of Untangled, Spencer Durrant will walk you through 7 expert tips to do just that.  You'll also learn about:   Tips for hiking with waders and wading boots Fishing hatches on lakes Tips for adjusting the drag while you're fighting a big fish  Links From The Show SUBMIT A PODCAST QUESTION HERE!   VIDEO - How to Find Trout in a River

How To Catch Trout In Bigger Rivers | Ep. 76

Are you dismayed by the sight of rivers that look like chocolate milk? Does high water strike sadness and fear into your heart? Well, after listening to this week's edition of Untangled, you'll have all the tools you need to fish during runoff! Spencer Durrant walks you through what he's learned about fishing high, muddy water, and how you can apply those lessons to your own fly fishing circumstances.  You'll also learn about:   How to see your small dry flies when fishing during a hatch Some tips for taking pictures of the trout you catch Some advice on teaching other people to fish, and getting them the correct gear   Links From The Show SUBMIT A QUESTION FOR THE SHOW!  VIDEO - Get A Fly Rod Un-Stuck

How To Fly Fish During Runoff | Ep. 75

In this week's episode of Untangled, Spencer Durrant reveals a secret so incredible he had to smuggle it out of Area 52 (bet you didn't know THAT existed, did you?).  Okay, it's not that secret -- it's a collection of the 12 flies that Spencer believes will catch 99% of all the trout you encounter. Make sure to listen and see if you agree with his list.  You'll also learn about:   Tips for fishing lakes Some recommendations for folks who have a hard time seeing their small tippets and flies The best sunglasses for all-around fishing applications How to fish deep pools  Links From The Show VIDEO -  Untangled Ep. 45: How to Fly Fish on Lakes  VIDEO -  Untangled Ep. 15: Why You NEED Sunglasses VIDEO - How to Fly Fish Pools

The 12 Flies EVERY Angler Needs In Their Box | Ep. 74

On this episode of Untangled, Spencer Durrant introduces you to the softer, gentler side of trout - a side maybe you didn't even know existed. After this show, you won't just be catching trout from your local stream - you'll be shaking fins with your friends. You'll know the different personality quirks of each trout species, and how those quirks can help you put more of them in the net!  You'll also learn about:   Different types of indicators and why we use them Tips for storing your fly fishing gear A bunch of information about old bamboo fly rods and lines   Links From The Show SUBMIT A QUESTION - Click Here! VIDEO - How to Find Fish RESOURCE -  AFFTA Line Standards Chart  

Everything To Know About Trout | Ep. 73

Imagine sitting down for a one-on-one chat with a fly fishing expert. How much would that improve your fly fishing abilities? Now, imagine if you had the opportunity to chat with over 600 experts! You'd be a fly fishing ninja!  Well, Dave Stewart, of The Wet Fly Swing podcast, has conducted over 600 interviews with fly fishing experts on his show over the years. And on this week's episode of Untangled, he sits down with Spencer Durrant to talk about the five most important lessons he's learned from those hundreds of conversations.  You can check out more from Dave Stewart  here. 

How To Catch Fish WITHOUT Killing Them | Ep. 65

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