Josh and Dan are live from Kentucky for the second annual Kentucky River Muskie Classic! In this episode, they break down day one of the tournament, discuss the extreme flooding conditions affecting both the fishing and local communities in Kentucky, and dive into the broader conservation challenges facing fisheries. Plus, they roast a couple of listener-submitted flies in the 3rd fly roast and share some tournament strategies for high-water conditions.

Topics Covered:
🎣 Kentucky River Muskie Classic – Recap of day one, conditions, and top teams so far
🌊 Flooding in Kentucky – Impacts on fisheries and local communities
💰 Funding Cuts & Conservation – What’s happening at state and federal levels
🦌 Fly Roast #3 – Unique fly submissions, including one made with bison fur
💡 Quick Tip – Using land maps instead of fishing maps when waters are flooded

Articles discussed:
➡️ FEMA Article - 
President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Kentucky
https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20250225/president-donald-j-trump-approves-major-disaster-declaration-kentucky

➡️ Fur Ban in Washington Article -
Fur Ban Bill Narrowly Passes Committee in Washington
https://congressionalsportsmen.org/news/fur-ban-bill-narrowly-passes-committee-in-washington/

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