You might recognize Jerry’s name. He’s an icon in the world of fly rod crafting, particularly known for his five-sided bamboo rods. Jerry dedicated many years as a skilled artisan working with bamboo while he was in Montana, where he crafted rods during in between hatches. Alongside his brother, he has gained fame as an author. Rob anticipated that Jerry would be a typical trout enthusiast in Montana, but to his surprise, Jerry resides less than two hours north of him in Maryland and specializes in warm water species from his kayak. This is Jerry’s opportunity to share his journey in fly fishing on this program. You will quickly discover that Jerry pursued his passions in life concerning fishing and adventure. Even though he is semi-retired, Jerry continues to create rods in his garage. The latter part of the episode delves into the mortality of the aging pioneers in fly fishing. If you have an interest in catching memories, this episode is perfect for you.

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