Smart To Fish Wild

I had an incredible conversation with Joe Whitworth, the President and CEO of The Freshwater Trust. Joe's organization is completely changing the game by bringing a ""Moneyball"" and tech-driven approach to environmental conservation. We covered everything from our shared roots fly fishing the wilderness to how his team successfully spearheaded the largest privately led irrigation modernization project in U.S. history. Joe breaks down how they use advanced analytics to ""X-ray nature"", align the economic interests of local farmers with critical river protections, and bypass outdated, slow-moving bureaucratic processes to deliver real, scalable environmental outcomes.

If you want to hear how innovative finance and cutting-edge data are being used to save our rivers and transform the next economy, you won't want to miss this episode.

Smart To Fish Wild: Hosted by Mark Candler, Smart To Fish Wild explores the intersection of outdoor adventure, impactful leadership, and financial strategy. We interview founders, CEOs, and pioneers who are changing the world through their passion for the outdoors.

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Ever wondered what happens when a lifelong luxury hotel developer pivots to the wild world of outdoor hospitality? In this episode, I sit down with Todd Wynne-Parry, a true pioneer in the experiential lodging space and the author of The Business of Glamping. Todd shares his fascinating journey from developing high-end boutique hotels globally to shaping the future of glamping in the U.S. and beyond.

We dive deep into why people are craving guided outdoor experiences more than ever, how glamping makes nature approachable for everyone, and the massive mental health benefits of turning off our phones to put our feet in the grass. Plus, Todd talks about his deep passion for fly fishing—from bonefishing in the tropics to teaching beginners—and how he's leveraging luxury tourism to fuel vital conservation efforts around the world, from the Madison River to South Africa.

Smart To Fish Wild: Hosted by Mark Candler, Smart To Fish Wild explores the intersection of outdoor adventure, impactful leadership, and financial strategy. We interview founders, CEOs, and pioneers who are changing the world through their passion for the outdoors.

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In this episode of Smart To Fish Wild, I sat down with Lindsey Simmons, founder of Linda in HR, recruiter, writer, stand-up comedian, outdoor enthusiast, and passionate fly angler. What started as a desire to spend more time outside during COVID led Lindsey into hunting, sporting clays, bird dogs, fly fishing, and a whole new community of incredible people.

We talked about how fly fishing teaches patience, humility, and the ability to let go of what we can't control. Lindsey shared stories from learning to fish on the Madison River, building meaningful friendships through the outdoors, and how lessons from the river have influenced her work helping founders and leaders build exceptional teams.

We also discussed mentorship, conservation, creating opportunities for more women to experience fly fishing, and her upcoming Touch Grass retreat. Inspired by her own life-changing experience on the Madison River, Lindsey is bringing executive women together to learn fly fishing, build authentic connections, and spend time immersed in one of the most iconic fisheries in the country.

If you're curious about the retreat or want to learn more about Lindsey's work, visit Lynden HR Retreat Information (https://www.lindainhr.com/retreat).

This conversation is filled with laughter, wisdom, and a reminder that some of life's best connections happen when we step outside, slow down, and share a day on the water.

Smart To Fish Wild: Hosted by Mark Candler, Smart To Fish Wild explores the intersection of outdoor adventure, impactful leadership, and financial strategy. We interview founders, CEOs, and pioneers who are changing the world through their passion for the outdoors.

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Mark Candler / Silver Oak Wealth Planning: www.SilverOakColorado.com

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Growing up in the suburbs of Denver, I spent my childhood getting kicked off every local golf course with a pond on it, trying to catch crawdads. That deep, lifelong passion for the outdoors is exactly why I was so incredibly psyched to sit down with today’s guest, Randall Slimp, right here in our Metro Denver backyard. Randall is the co-founder of Howl, an outdoor brand that is completely transforming how we think about conservation, wildfire safety, and the classic campfire experience.

In this episode, Randall shares the fascinating journey behind building Howl, sparked by a smoky 2020 off-road trip in Utah during a strict burn ban. We discuss how his team spent three years engineering patented technology to create a burn-ban-safe propane fire pit that actually delivers the radiant, bone-warming infrared heat of a real wood bonfire—without the compromise.

Randall also opens up about why they voluntarily spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on rigorous safety certifications, how they secured a major grant from the Colorado Governor's Office, and why he is fiercely passionate about defying the status quo by keeping manufacturing and high-quality middle-class jobs right here in the United States.

If you love the wilderness and want to learn how we can ""ghost camp"" and walk more softly upon the Earth, you won't want to miss this inspirational conversation.

Smart To Fish Wild: Hosted by Mark Candler, Smart To Fish Wild explores the intersection of outdoor adventure, impactful leadership, and financial strategy. We interview founders, CEOs, and pioneers who are changing the world through their passion for the outdoors.

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You might not think of a corner of Oklahoma as a premier fly fishing destination, but the Lower Mountain Fork River is a truly unique environment. On this episode of Smart To Fish Wild, I sit down with Tim Gleaso, joined by Zach Dorman, and Levi Ramsey, from Beavers Bend Fly Fishing Guide Service to pull back the curtain on what it’s really like to be a guide.

We dive deep into the incredible biodiversity of the river—where warm-water species co-mingle with trout—and discuss the essential conservation issues facing the park, from proper fish handling to the never-ending battle against river trash. The guys share their favorite times of year to catch the big ones, their funniest guiding pet peeves (like clients who just won't listen to instructions!), and how standing in a cold river provides an invaluable mental health escape from the grind of a regular day job. Whether you are a seasoned angler or a complete novice looking to learn the basics of a perfect roll cast, this conversation is packed with humor, grit, and local secrets.

Smart To Fish Wild: Hosted by Mark Candler, Smart To Fish Wild explores the intersection of outdoor adventure, impactful leadership, and financial strategy. We interview founders, CEOs, and pioneers who are changing the world through their passion for the outdoors.

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I had the absolute privilege of sitting down with Jarom Brown, joined by Matt Michaeli, two of the new owners keeping the legendary Cowboy Drifters tradition alive just outside of Casper, Wyoming. If you love the water, this conversation is an absolute must-listen. We dive into what it really means to pass down outdoor mentorship across generations, the distinct hustle it takes to guide clients on a world-class tailwater, and the surprising history of the very first recorded fly rod used west of the Mississippi.

Key Takeaways from the Episode:

• The ""Out-Of-The-Box"" Experience: Why the Cowboy Drifters crew breaks the standard industry mold by staying out longer, back-rowing tougher runs, and prioritizing unique family dynamics over rigid corporate schedules.

• Decoding the North Platte: An inside look at navigating Gray Reef, where private water bed laws and hidden buckets mean a seasoned guide makes a 200% difference in your day.

• Deep Wyoming Roots: Matt shares his incredible background as a fifth-generation rancher and lawyer balancing top-tier legal work with historical river conservation.

• A Community United: Why hunters, anglers, and conservationists all need to stand on the same team to protect our wild natural resources.

Smart To Fish Wild: Hosted by Mark Candler, Smart To Fish Wild explores the intersection of outdoor adventure, impactful leadership, and financial strategy. We interview founders, CEOs, and pioneers who are changing the world through their passion for the outdoors.

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Website: www.maiawealth.com

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Mark Candler / Silver Oak Wealth Planning: www.SilverOakColorado.com

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There’s an old saying that rivers make brothers, and after my latest conversation on the podcast, I couldn’t agree more. I sat down with Michael Morris, Co-Founder of Phillips Morris Net Lease, to talk about how the patience, preparation, and presentation required on the river directly translate into landing major business deals.

We dive deep into his early days wet wading through West Virginia with his grandfather, how fly fishing became a foundational tool for building genuine trust in commercial real estate, and why having ""multiple lines in the water"" is the key to business development. Michael also shares a fascinating, forward-thinking perspective on how we might leverage artificial intelligence to step up and enforce true environmental conservation in land development.

Smart To Fish Wild: Hosted by Mark Candler, Smart To Fish Wild explores the intersection of outdoor adventure, impactful leadership, and financial strategy. We interview founders, CEOs, and pioneers who are changing the world through their passion for the outdoors.

Connect with us:

Website: www.maiawealth.com

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Mark Candler / Silver Oak Wealth Planning: www.SilverOakColorado.com

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On this episode of Smart To Fish Wild, I sit down with Cavan Williams, an outdoor industry guru, writer, and photographer for the Stockholm-based angling app, Fishbrain. Cavan shares his journey from the rivers of Montana to fishing for pike and sea trout in the brackish waters of the Baltic Sea. We dive deep into why modern anglers need to prioritize conservation over content, the importance of proper ""Keep Fish Wet"" handling standards, and how digital tools are shaping the next generation of outdoorsmen. We also share some deeply personal stories about the bond between fathers, sons, and the beautiful, crazy sport of fishing.

Key Takeaways From Our Conversation:

🎣Conservation Over Content: Why social media can be a double-edged sword for the angling community, and the collective responsibility we share to protect fish populations by adhering to strict handling standards like ""Keep Fish Wet"".

🎣The Evolution of Digital Angling: How utility-driven technology is bridging the gap for the next generation of anglers, providing essential data like river gauges and depth maps for those who might not have a traditional outdoors mentor.

🎣More Than a Catch: A reminder that the true value of the outdoors lies in uninterrupted connectivity with family, creating lifelong memories that transcend the chaos of daily life.

Smart To Fish Wild: Hosted by Mark Candler, Smart To Fish Wild explores the intersection of outdoor adventure, impactful leadership, and financial strategy. We interview founders, CEOs, and pioneers who are changing the world through their passion for the outdoors.

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I had an incredible time sitting down with fourth-generation farmer, former lodge owner, and farmland realtor Ted Cawkwell on the podcast. Ted shares his unbelievable journey from running a tiny ice fishing equipment rental business in his twenties to pioneering five-star luxury fishing lodges in the extreme north of Saskatchewan, fishing truly virgin waters.

We dive deep into his jam-packed global fishing schedule—spanning Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Uganda—and discuss his deeply personal commitment to conservation, highlighting a massive annual kids' fishing event he sponsored for 14 years to educate the next generation.

Finally, Ted opens up about how helping his own family through his father's passing inspired him to transition into agricultural real estate, where he now helps farm families buy and sell land. You won't want to miss his inspiring stories of tenacity, passion, and adventure.

Listen to the full conversation here.

Smart To Fish Wild: Hosted by Mark Candler, Smart To Fish Wild explores the intersection of outdoor adventure, impactful leadership, and financial strategy. We interview founders, CEOs, and pioneers who are changing the world through their passion for the outdoors.

Connect with us:

Website: www.maiawealth.com

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Mark Candler / Silver Oak Wealth Planning: www.SilverOakColorado.com

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From being carried to Connecticut rivers at just six weeks old to guiding on the legendary Panoi River in Russia, Max Kantor’s life has been completely shaped by the pursuit of wild fish. In this episode of Smart To Fish Wild, Max joins me to share some incredible stories from his time on the world’s greatest Atlantic salmon fishery, his journey launching Guideline USA, and how they are pioneering the industry's first fully recycled and eco-friendly fly fishing gear.

Whether you're a seasoned angler or just passionate about conservation-first outdoor brands, you won't want to miss Max's fascinating insights into the art, science, and future of fly fishing. Listen to the full conversation here.

Smart To Fish Wild: Hosted by Mark Candler, Smart To Fish Wild explores the intersection of outdoor adventure, impactful leadership, and financial strategy. We interview founders, CEOs, and pioneers who are changing the world through their passion for the outdoors.

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