Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/194 Sponsor: Stonefly Nets: https://wetflyswing.com/stonefly Sponsor: Anglers Coffee: https://wetflyswing.com/anglers Jess Westbrook shares the amazing stories behind the Mayfly Project that he created to help foster kids change their lives with fly fishing. Today, we find out what is the hardest part of the program and what you can do to help some kids out.
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/319 Presented By: Angler's Coffee, Jackson Hole Fly Company, Reyr Gear, LakeLady Custom Rods Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Bill Sherer, owner of the We Tie It fly shop, takes us to the Musky capital of the world and the 2nd state in the US with the most lakes. Today, we're fly fishing Wisconsin. There's a whole different game in catching these fish that are monstrous in size and Bill shares some tactics to get more opportunities in landing them. They are called "Fish of 10 Thousand Casts" for a reason and we find out why. We talk about the recommended gear for muskies, which flies are the most effective, and the best times to go after them.
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Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/325 Presented By: Togens Fly Shop, Zoe Angling Group, Angler's Coffee, Reyr Gear Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Guy Jeans, owner of the Kern River Fly Shop, host of the Kern River Fly Shop Podcast, and vocalist of the band Stoneflys, is here to take us on a wild ride up and down the Kern River. We talk about the 10 native species in California including the golden trout. We find out what the fishing is like in different parts of the Kern River, the seasons and hatches, gear, techniques, and flies they use.
Alen Baker is here to take us to the Fly Fishing Museum of the Southern Appalachians. We discover who some of the most famous people are in this region and why they have a drift boat in the museum.
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WFS 514 – Wild Ideas Worth Living with Shelby Stanger – Will to Wild, REI Co-op, Outdoor Books
Dave - Join us as we engage in a compelling conversation with our guest, Shelby Stanger, Host of the Podcast, Wild Ideas Worth Living. Shelby shares her unique journey from being an adventure columnist at 19 to creating a podcast that grabbed the attention of REI Co-op. Her passion for storytelling and engaging in in-depth interviews led to a partnership with REI Co-op, which purchased her podcast in 2020. Shelby's love for podcasting isn't just about telling stories; it's about the conversations, the learning, and the opportunity to connect with people.
Joe Cermele shares his story of creating a life around fishing media.
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WFS 079 – Deli Fresh Design with Ross White – Fly Fishing Slings, Orvis, Conservation, Carp, Trout Unlimited, Gretkzy
Dave - Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/79 In this Fly Fishing Founders Chat I talk to Ross White from Deli Fresh Design who tells the story of how DLD came to be. We get a perspective on how Ross is producing USA made products as a one man show.We talk about the Fly Fishing Rendezvous, Mirage Reels and Rising Nets. Find out how Ross makes a name for himself when there are other companies out there producing similar slings and gear.
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WFS 497 – Aquatic Insects with Rick Hafele – Eastern Caddisflies, Western Mayflies, Entomology
Dave - Rick Hafele, a seasoned angler and a passionate advocate of the environment and community, is back on the podcast for the second time to share some insights on understanding aquatic insects and mastering the art of nymph fishing.
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WFS 118 – Euro Nymphing Tips with Pete Erickson – Echo Fly Fishing, Shadow X, Grayling, Loch Style Fishing
Dave - Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/118 I sat down with Pete Erickson to talk about euro nymphing and his experience developing one of the popular euro nymphing rods on the market, the Echo Shadow X. We find out which is the best length and weight, how to cast a euro nymphing rod and some bonus tips to help you while you are on the river. We also touch on Loch Style stillwater fishing and why it's something you should check out this year if you haven't heard about it yet. We touch on a little bit on grayling as associated with Pete's Team USA work.