Chinook

Today, we hang out with Shannon Martin, executive director of the Kenai River Sportfishing Association. She's here to take us behind the scenes into what they are doing to protect the best salmon rivers in the country. Plus, we'll get an update on the Chinook status in this area. Have you heard of the suicide run? It's a multi-day fishing...

In this episode, we’re joined by Tim Bristol, the Executive Director of SalmonState, to discuss the urgent challenges and exciting successes in protecting Alaska’s iconic salmon populations. With nearly three decades of experience in conservation, Tim offers valuable insights into the complexities of salmon recovery, from commercial fisheries to the influence of Indigenous communities. We dive...

Did you know that large-scale trawling is wiping out Alaska’s wild salmon, halibut, and other key species? In this episode, we talk with Adam Cuthriell of Fishhound Expeditions about the bycatch crisis—where thousands of fish are caught and discarded every year. Adam breaks down how trawlers operate, the impact on fisheries, and what we...

In today's episode, we're diving deep into the world of spey fishing and bow hunting with George Cook, the man who brought spey fishing and spey rods to the United States. Renowned for his expertise, George travels the globe, collaborating with some of the biggest brands in the fishing industry. Having graced our podcast three times, he has shared...

In this episode, we journey to fly fishing southwest Washington with expert guide Jackson Golik. Known for its impressive steelhead and salmon populations, this region offers anglers a unique experience that rivals the more renowned rivers along the West Coast. Jackson takes us on an exploration of the famous steelhead rivers such as the Kalama, Cowlitz, and Lewis. Discover the...

What does it take to build the top fishing magazine in Alaska—and still find time to chase 30-inch rainbows and 250-pound salmon sharks? In this episode, we sit down with Marcus Weiner, founder of Fish Alaska Magazine, to explore his favorite Alaska fish species, epic float trips, and the evolution of fly fishing culture in the...

Mike Brown, owner of Moss's Fly Shop in Anchorage, Alaska takes us into the 49th State. We're gonna take a drive south and north along the Alaska Highway. We're gonna take a stop along the way in the area where I'll be meeting up with the winner from this year's Alaska giveaway. And then we're gonna jump down on Highway one, head to the Kenai, find out how to catch sockeye on a fly. And then we're gonna finish up with the Spey clave and the one fish that flies under the radar. Plus you're gonna find out how to join this amazing trip if you're interested in big rainbows. 

We're joined by a powerhouse trio—Mia Sheppard, Josh Linn, and George Cook—as we celebrate the return of the Sandy River Spey Clave, one of the most iconic events in fly fishing. From its grassroots beginnings to its massive reach, you’ll hear how it became the “Woodstock of Spey,” drawing anglers from across the globe.