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Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/160 I am very pleased to have the great Dave Whitlock on the podcast to share the story of how he made a life in fly fishing and in art.  Dave provides some tips on fishing terrestrials and how the Dave’s Hopper became the fly he’s most known for.

Bret Bishop from Silver Creek Outfitters tells the story of how he got into Team USA and who his mentor was early on that made his and the team's dreams come true.

In this episode, we dive deep into the heart of the Northeast, where the wilderness rivals the vast national parks of the West. Join us as we follow the adventures of David Brotzman, who embarks on a journey through Adirondacks fly fishing, armed with the newest gear and a van life setup that brings him closer to nature. David...

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/313 Presented By: LakeLady Custom Rods, Dette Flies, Jackson Hole Fly Company, Bearvault Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Taylor Streit, the founder of Taos Fly Shop, shares the story of how he started the fly fishing business in the 80s during the Woodstock days and went through a difficult time in his life battling alcoholism. We talk about what it's like fly fishing in New Mexico and the Rio Grande River. We dig into his books on fly fishing New Mexico, how they came to be, and the new book he's working on. Find out Taylor's go-to flies including his original pattern called, the Shitfly, and some tips about fishing the Eddies. 

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/260 Sponsors: Koffler Boats: https://wetflyswing.com/koffler Dave Zielinkski, the man behind Down Home Boatworks is here to share is wooden drift boat story and some of the must have drift boat accessories you should be focusing on when putting together a driftboat.

In todays fly tying tutorial I show you how to tie a super small size 20 serrendipity.  The serrendipity is a classic pattern that I first saw back in my college days. We fished it effectively back then for large browns under an indicator. Click here to watch the fly tying tutorial for the serendipity:   Fly Material List for the Serrendipity Thread:  Size...

Have you been wondering what it would take to get started fly fishing?  To learn the Fly Fishing Gear Basics so you can go connect with nature and reel in a big one? But, it's size does not matter when it comes to fly fishing gear. Maybe you're thinking it will just cost too much money to start a new thing? ...

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/156 James Carlin shares some great tips from his competition fly fishing background with a focus on dry fly fishing.  James is also the founder of So Fly Gear who is our most recent podcast sponsor.  I’ve been wearing So Fly’s Hoodie and been loving it this summer. James has a great story and the youngest guest we’ve had on the podcast.  We hear about the youth Competitive fly fishing team with a focus on dry flies and euro nymphing strategies for trout.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/271 Sponsors:  https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Captain John McCloskey aka Dry Fly John describes what it’s like rainbow trout fishing in Alaska. He gives us a rundown on how to get there and what activities you can enjoy once you’re there. Find out what gear he recommends and the best times to go fishing in Alaska.

James Thull from Montana State University talks about what they have going at MSU Library, home of the world's largest collection of books on trout and salmon.