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If you want to have more success fly fishing lakes, you need a good understanding of how lakes work—knowing how lakes...

Today we got Phil Rowley to get you prepared for approaching new lakes on your next trip. He shares his expertise and provides invaluable...

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/323 Presented By: Bear Vault, Reyr Gear, Dette Flies, Angler's Coffee Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Robert Thompson is here to take us on a wild ride, producing great movies about fly fishing. We discover how he found himself producing a number of full-length fishing movies focused on conservation, warm water, cold water - all forms of different species. We even dig into a few audio tips in this one and a talk about some of the gear he uses. We find out why he's faded a bit on the scene and some of the movie production stuff he's doing.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/243 Sponsor: https://wetflyswing.com/koffler Brian Chan is on the show today to share his story and some huge tips on fly fishing trout lakes.  We find out how he ended up with a tech. Job that got his foot in the door.  We also find out how Kamloops has changed since my dad started fishing the area in the 1960’s.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/103 I sat down with Jeff Perin from The Fly Fishers Place Fly Shop out of Sisters Oregon.  We dig in stillwater tips and tricks and hear about the direction that Jeff took his life after a deep connection with his grandparents got him started. We focus on lakes of the NW and how he catches fish in the shallow and deep water.  We get into the top 3 and why entomology is so important.  Chironomids, calibetis, leaches and followed by terrestrials.  We talk about a typical day on East Lake and break it out step x step like we love to do.

In this episode of In the Bucket Podcast, we’re sitting down with three passionate fisheries biologists—Bob Hooton, John McMillan, and Brian Morrison—to talk all things steelhead. From the wild rivers of British Columbia to the Great Lakes and Washington’s rugged streams, these guys share fascinating stories, hard-won insights, and the challenges of balancing fishing with conservation. We dive into the evolution of catch-and-release fishing, the impact of angling pressure, and what it takes to protect steelhead for future generations. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or just curious about these incredible fish, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss!

Ed Few, a distinguished craftsman of custom bamboo fly rods, shares his extraordinary journey from traditional boatmaking in England to mastering the art of fly fishing with hand-built gear. Delving into the essence of fly fishing's heritage, Ed brings to life the thrill of using bamboo rods, silk lines, and horsehair leaders, all while chasing steelhead in the Great Lakes. Listeners will be transported back in time, learning not just about the meticulous process of creating these traditional tools, but also how they can elevate their own fishing experiences. Ed's stories of craftsmanship, passion, and the pursuit of the perfect catch with historic gear promise to inspire and ignite a curiosity for the timeless art of fly fishing.

On this episode of the Wet Fly Swing Great Lakes podcast, we're joined by tournament fisherman and lifelong angler, Randy Gaines, Captain at Nibble This Charters. With over 20 years of professional experience and multiple national tournament wins under his belt, Randy brings an ocean of knowledge and practical tips on fishing for bass and walleye in the Great Lakes. We talk about everything from the importance of understanding fishing structure to selecting the right lures and fly designs, to navigating different water conditions, and even a few fishing tales.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/277 Presented by: Trxstle, Dette Flies, Anglers Coffee, Stonefly Nets Podcast Sponsors:  https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors/  Rick Kustich is here to dig back into Steelhead fishing tips and the Great Lakes. We find out how he came to write his first book on the Great Lakes - how his "Advanced" book came to be and which word he'd remove from the title if he could change it today. We talk about some of his previous books, plus the new book he's working on focused on Spey casting.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/151 Zack Williams, who is the editor of Swing the Fly Magazine, is on the podcast to share the story of how he went from Great Lakes Steelheader to Spey Casting and Steelhead champion.  Zack and I chat about why the number of swung fly fisherman is so low but growing.