In this episode we WadeOutThere with Cade Moore from Orem, Utah.  Cade’s grandfather introduced him to fly fishing at an early age growing up in his home state of Utah. 

After serving in the army in Afghanistan Cade credits fly fishing as having “always been there for him” when he returned to civilian life.  Cade’s passion for fly fishing turned into a new career as a fly fishing guide at the same fly shop that helped him progress as a beginner, Fly Fish Food. 

We discuss the Provo River, adapting, and tactics for targeting Cade’s favorite species in his own back yard… Carp.   

You can learn more about Cade or schedule a guided trip by visiting the fly shop he works at:
Fly Fish Food.com

Or his website:
Utah Flyco.com

You can also follow Cade or reach out to him on Instagram at:
@utahfly

If you want more information on some of the topics we discussed try reading these articles published at WadeOutThere.com

In Defense of Whitefish
Embrace the Drive
The Orange Scud Theory

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In this episode we WadeOutThere with Steve Popen from Western New York.  Steve turned to fly fishing during a difficult time in his life and found peace, challenge, and spiritual healing.  It wasn’t long until he was incorporating his love for fly fishing into his work as a teacher and counselor. 

With encouragement from friends and family, Steve became a part time guide, in the Finger Lakes tributaries and storied trout streams of Western New York.  His guide service is called TroutItOut. 

This is the second time Steve and I have talked on the podcast and we go deep into fly fishing philosophy and tactics.  We discuss the similarities between the seasons of life and fly fishing, techniques for swinging flies, and the tactics Steve employs to fight some of the monster fish he connects with on his home waters.

To schedule a guided trip with Steve, reach out at:
Trout It Out.com

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In this episode we WadeOutThere with Alejandro Feliciano from Puerto Rico.  Alejandro grew up on the west coast of Puerto Rico and developed a love of fishing from his father.  He attended college in Bristol Tennessee on a tennis scholarship and became a regular on the local trout stream there. 

After school Alejandro pursued his tennis career professionally, competing and eventually coaching, but his love of the salt water fish he chased as a boy drew him back. 

Today, Alejandro has returned to his home waters to chase his dream of starting a guide business and transform his passion into a career. 

We discuss fly fishing in Puerto Rico and sight fishing for Tarpon.

To follow Alejandro on his fly fishing journey or to schedule a guided trip in Puerto Rico, reach out on Instagram:
@jandrofeli

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In this episode we WadeOutThere with George Daniel from Central Pennsylvania.  George has been fly fishing in Pennsylvania since he was a child, and began fishing with and learning from his fly fishing mentor, Joe Humphries, as a teenager.  

George says he always wanted to combine fly fishing and education, and it’s easy to see he has delivered on that mission.  His work throughout the years as a guide, author, and competitive angler has culminated in his current role as director of Pennsylvania State University’s Fly Fishing Program.

We discuss George’s perspective on the benefits of Penn State's Fly Fishing Program for its students and graduates, as well as its relevance for society’s future leaders. We also talk about the importance of goals on the river, situational awareness, and some of the habit patterns George applies to fly selection, reading water, casting, and fighting fish.  Finally, George and I dive deep into finding “Flow” in fly fishing.

To learn more about George Daniel and follow along with Penn State fly fishing check out these Instagram accounts:

@georgedanieloutside
@pennstateflyfishing

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In this episode we Wadeouthere with Norm Maktima from Rio Rancho, New Mexico.  Norm grew up fly fishing on his local river after school and in the summers.  At seventeen his father signed him up for an outfitter program in Montana, on the Clark Fork River.  When he came back, he had a job at the local fly shop, and it didn’t take long for him to start guiding and competing in fly fishing. 

In part two of our discussion, Norm talks about how he uses the observations we covered in our last conversation to adapt and change on the river.  He also shares some stories and tactics from fly fishing in Northern New Mexico.

To learn more about how Norm tactically approaches his home waters of Northern New Mexico, check out his YouTube channel:
N Maktima Fly Fishing - YouTube

To schedule a guided trip with Norm, reach out at:
High Desert Angler.com

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In this episode we Wadeouthere with Norm Maktima from Rio Rancho, New Mexico.  Norm grew up fly fishing on his local river after school and in the summers.  At seventeen his father signed him up for an outfitter program in Montana, on the Clark Fork River.  When he came back, he had a job at the local fly shop, and it didn’t take long for him to start guiding and competing in fly fishing. 

In part one of our discussion, Norm describes how his indigenous heritage binds him to the land and to fly fishing, the importance of mindfulness, and the specific observations he makes that help him bring more trout to the net.

To learn more about how Norm tactically approaches his home waters of Northern New Mexico, check out his YouTube channel:
N Maktima Fly Fishing - YouTube

To schedule a guided trip with Norm, reach out at:
High Desert Angler.com

For more fly fishing stories, lessons learned, and artwork check out my blog and online gallery at Wadeoutthere.com

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In this episode we Wadeoutthere with Howie Fisher, from Frederick Maryland.  Howie learned to fly fish in Washington state while exploring the rivers with his good friend and fishing buddy.  When he moved to Maryland, Howie continued to pursue his passion for fly fishing and dove deep into fly tying, especially in the winter months. 

We discuss different ways to start fly tying, where to save and where to spend on tying materials and tools, and fly fishing in Maryland.

You can get in touch with Howie or follow him on Instagram at:
@howardtheduck23

For more fly fishing stories, lessons learned, and artwork check out my blog and online gallery at Wadeoutthere.com

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In this episode we Wadeoutthere with Chadd VanZanten from Northern Utah.  Chad was introduced to fishing at a very early age and was raised in a family where he was, in his words, “given to know that fishing was the finest thing.” 

Chadd embraced fly fishing as he began to raise his own family surrounded by trout streams in the Rocky Mountains.  He has combined his passion for writing with his love of fly fishing, resulting in several books, including “On Fly Fishing the Northern Rockies: Essays and Dubious Advice” which we discuss throughout the conversation, and which he co-authored with his fishing buddy Russ Beck. 

We discuss fishing buddies, some philosophy on fly fishing and counting fish, and the Bear River Watershed.

You can find a copy of one of Chadd's books on fly fishing here:
On Fly Fishing the Northern Rockies: Essays and Dubious Advice.
On Fly Fishing the Wind River Range: Essays and What Not to Bring
On Fly Fishing the Bear River Watershed: Essays and Exceptional Misadventures

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In this episode we WadeOutThere with Andrew Hettick from Southwest Montana.  Andrew grew up in Montana’s Bitterroot Valley, but found his connection with fly fishing in college at Montana State.  After coming home from school he began pursuing a career as a fly fishing guide on his hometown river.  He has been guiding and fishing there ever since. 

Andrew is passionate about sharing this special place with anglers young and old and helping them catch trout on the fly.  We discuss the Bitterroot River, dry fly hatches, and presentation techniques for mending and feeding line.

To schedule a guided trip with Andrew visit:
Freestone Fly Shop.com

You can follow Andrew's fly fishing adventures on Instagram at:
@andrewrhettick

If you want more information on some of the topics we discussed try reading these blog posts from Wadeoutthere:

The Art of the Missed Hookset
What Makes a Good Day's Fishing

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https://wadeoutthere.com/

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In this episode we Wadeoutthere with Pat Dorsey from Parker, Colorado.  Pat grew up fly fishing the South Platte River with his father and uncle, and started his professional career in fly fishing tying flies. 

Pat has been guiding for over thirty years, is the head guide and co-owner of the Blue Quill Angler fly shop,  and author of several books, including his latest Favorite Flies for Colorado.   

Pat is a passionate angler, with the heart of a teacher.  We discuss fly selection, family, and the South Platte River.

You can get in touch with Pat or follow him on Instagram at:
@patdorseyflyfishing

To schedule a guided trip with Pat visit:
The Blue Quill Angler.com

Check out these books from Pat:
Favorite Flies for Colorado: 50 Essential Patterns From Local Experts
Colorado Guide Flies
Fly Fishing Guide to the South Platte River
Tying and Fishing Tailwater Flies
Fly Fishing Tailwaters - Tactics and Patterns for Year Round Waters
A Fly Fisher's Guide to the South Platte River

If you want more information on some of the topics we discussed try reading these blog posts from Wadeoutthere:

READ: WADEOUTTHERE | Small Flies, Light Takes, and Lost Fish. It’s Good for You.
READ: WADEOUTTHERE | Sight Fishing - Part 1. Pick Your Battles
READ: WADEOUTTHERE | Sight Fishing - Part 2. Observation
READ: WADEOUTTHERE | Why We Take Our Children Fly Fishing
READ: WADEOUTTHERE | Look Through, and Fish the Flash

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