Most anglers lose fish because of small stillwater mistakes, not bad flies. Greg breaks down the five errors that cost anglers fish and the simple fixes that get you back in the zone.

When you pull up to a brand-new lake, everything feels overwhelming. But there’s one fly that cuts through all the unknowns and catches trout year-round. In this episode, discover why the balanced leech is the ultimate Stillwater confidence fly.

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Most anglers row right past the best Stillwater water. In this episode, Greg reveals why the lake margins consistently hold big trout—and how to fish the shallows with confidence. Get the full breakdown and grab your free Stillwater resources at https://thestillwateredge.com

Most anglers overlook the margins—but that’s where the food is, and where trout naturally cruise. In this episode, Greg explains why the shallows are one of the most productive zones on any Stillwater and breaks down how to approach the edges with stealth and purpose.

You’ll learn when trout move shallow, the features that consistently hold fish, how wind and light influence margin activity, and the clean simple setups that excel in skinny water. This episode will help you rethink the shoreline and turn more edge water into fishable opportunity.

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Most anglers spook trophy trout before the fly even hits the water. In this episode, discover how stealth casting can turn every cast into a catch.

Stealth casting is one of the most overlooked skills in stillwater fly fishing but it’s the difference between watching trout scatter and watching them eat your fly. In this episode of The Stillwater Edge Podcast, Greg Keenan breaks down how to approach, deliver, and control your presentation without spooking fish. Learn why patience, positioning, and precision matter more than distance or power when you’re hunting trophy trout in clear, shallow water.

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The #1 mistake that spooks trophy trout before your fly even lands

How to make your first cast count every time

Why distance and accuracy beat power in stillwater casting

Leader and line setup tips for stealthy presentations

How to read trout behavior and approach feeding zones quietly

The small adjustments that separate average anglers from trophy hunters

Most anglers overpack for the lake and it’s costing them time, space, and fish. In this episode, Greg Keenan shares his proven minimalist Stillwater fly-fishing system to help you travel light without leaving behind what matters. Learn how to streamline your gear, pack smarter for float tubes or boats, and focus more on catching fish than managing clutter. Tune in and discover how to stay efficient, organized, and ready for any Stillwater situation.

The right stillwater landing net can be the difference between landing a trophy trout and losing it at the boat. In this episode, Greg breaks down what makes the perfect net—hoop size, handle length, mesh type, and the key feature every stillwater angler needs to avoid chaos around anchors and motors.

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Clear camo fly lines aren’t a gimmick they’re a stealth weapon. Greg explains how this translucent line helps you fool pressured Stillwater trout by cutting shadows and blending into the water. Learn when and how to use it to catch more fish in calm, clear lakes.

Trout often ignore your nymphs and dries because they’re feeding in the emerger zone just below the surface film. In this episode, Greg Keenan shares four deadly emerger fly patterns that trigger strikes when nothing else works.

Learn how to fish Chironomid, Callibaetis, Caddis, and Damsel emergers, when to switch lines, and how to present them perfectly for Stillwater success.

Perfect for anglers looking to master that overlooked feeding zone where big trout feed most aggressively.

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What if you could catch more trout next season with just five simple fly patterns? In this episode, Greg Keenan shares his top five Stillwater flies to tie this winter no exotic materials, no advanced techniques, just proven confidence patterns that work.

Discover why simplicity beats complexity at the vise, the color variations that matter most, and how to set up your winter tying sessions for success.

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