Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast

Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/249 Sponsor:  https://wetflyswing.com/koffler Javier Guevara walks us through the steps to fly fishing Ecuador on the podcast.  We find out about the very doable Ecuador trip and a little on the Galapagos.   Timestamps [6:15] The best time to fish for Arapaima in the Galápagos [7:10] How to get to the Amazon Jungle [9:20] How to hunt Arapaima [11:33] How big can an Arapaima get and what are they like  [14:20] The predators that hunt Arapaimas - Caymans [16:53] What gears to use to catch Paimas - Loop cross w fly rod 12 weight - Loop Opti reels - Scientific Anglers fly line - big water [18:22] The types of fly that works great [21:40] Who are the guides and what are their roles [23:04] Greg was on the podcast to share his Ecuador experience [28:03] Comparing Marlin and Arapaima in terms of strength [32:03] Another amazing fish that you can catch in the lagoons  [37:03] What the weather's like in the jungle and how do you stay comfortable out there [46:01] How deforestation

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/248 Sponsor: https://wetflyswing.com/stonefly James McBeath from Jackson Kayak is here to share the story of Jackson and how to choose a kayak for fly fishing and your next big adventure.  Jackson has been a leader in the kayak space for many years and has a number of custom models designs for anglers. James walks us through the best kayaks for the ocean and for the lake.  We dig into the best boat for bass and the best boat for trout.  James sheds light on the best kayak for standing and fishing vs the best for gear storage.  This is your kayak fishing 101 podcast so let's get into it.   Choosing a Kayak for Fly Fishing Show Notes - The Drift Boat podcast with Roger Fletcher here. - Find a Dealer app on the Jackson site will help you find a good local resource for going deeper before purchasing. - The YuPIK and the Liska are both good for stability.  The Liska is great for small lakes.  The YuPIK has more storage capacity. - The staxx kayak is great for standing and for th

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/247 Sponsor: https://wetflyswing.com/togens Today, we’re joined by David Van Wie, who’s widely known for writing a monthly column for the Maine Sportsman Magazine, publishing feature articles in Northern Woodlands Magazine and the Maine Sunday Telegram, and the co-author of The Confluence - a collection of essays, art and tall tales about fly fishing and friendship. In this episode, David shares how he fished his way from Maine to Wisconsin and Michigan and back. He has fished 35 different places for six weeks, traveled over 5000 miles, and wrote about it day after day. David and I talked about the wonderful experiences he’s had and the places he's been since he embarked on his remarkable journey. His story is unlike any fishing stories you've heard before! David eventually turned this amazing journey into a book called, Storied Waters, which was inspired by one of his heroes, John Voelker a.k.a. Robert Traver. Timestamps for this episode [3:13] How David got into fly fish

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/246 Sponsor: https://wetflyswing.com/togens James Park from Red Truck Fly Fishing is on the podcast today to take us through the steps to choosing a great fly rod and some of the companies and people who have influenced him along the way. We find out how his background with Leland Fly Fishing and Loop help to guide James' path to quitting his day job to take a year long sabbatical traveling and fishing before taking on Red Truck Fly Fishing. Show Notes with James Park - Leland Fly Fishing Outfitters was the first shop that helped to get James going in the fly fishing space. - James helped Loop elevate their brand in North America. - Here's the Klaus Frimor episode #127 where we dug into Scandi lines. - TFO's founder Rick Pope was on the podcast in episode 158 here. - The new Ford F150 Lightning fully electric truck is coming out in 2022 and is kinda my dream truck.  This video walks you through some of the specs. - Fiberglass Manifesto and Cameron Mortenson were on the pod

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/245 Sponsor: https://wetflyswing.com/togens Matt Snider is here to break down warm water fishing with a focus on fly fishing for Walleye.  We find out how he first connected to the fly fishing space through Jackson Hole like so many other guests we’ve connected with. Matt is an expert on all warm water fish and today shares the strategy that he uses for all of these species.  We also find out what Fish Explorer is all about and why he designed this app. Show Notes with Matt Snider - Matt and I connected through Clubhouse and Roger Maves who hosts the Ask About Fly Fishing Podcast.   - The Orvis Shop in Jackson hole is the first shop that Matt worked in. -I noted Tom Bie and Lori Ann Murphy and the Jackson hole story.  Tom Bie from the Drake was on the podcast in episode 162.  Lori Ann Murphy was on the podcast in episode 195 here.  - Perk Perkins was on in episode 225 and Gary Bebe and the first Chernobyl ant pattern - The Anglers Coffee podcast - The Aeropress podcast - I

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/245 Sponsor: https://wetflyswing.com/togens Derek Deyoung is here to shed light on how he created one of the leading art creators focused on fly fishing.  It’s been a life long passion for Derek so you’ll want to check out this episode to hear how he put it all together. We dig into the behind the scenes of how he created some of his most popular art and the process to get there.  Derek notes that having ADHD is actually a benefit for his artistic style and is something I deal with as well. Show Notes with Derek DeYoung - Mike Schultz was on the podcast in episode 229 with a focus on fishing for smallmouth bass. - I noted Anglers Coffee and the Derek DeYoung art series that's going on right now. - Simms was the first big licensing deal and a funny story - The Profitable Artist: A Handbook for All Artists in the Performing, Literary, and Visual Arts (Second Edition) - The fish faces series was used for anglers coffee series and is one of the most popular series. - I noted R

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. Brian is a Stillwater guru and has been teaching and sharing his wisdom for many years now.  He started in Kamloops in 1974.  We find out what fishing naked is about and when you'll want to implement the slow hand twitch retrieve. Show Notes with Brian Chan - Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC turned into a good thing for the lakes of BC and is a good place to start your trip - Stillwater BC Facebook group is a great resource to dig in further. - The Casting Loops Fly Shop in the valley view area of Kamloops, - Phil Rowley was on in episode 34 as well as Denny Rickards - GoFishBC.com to find stocking rates so you can identify a quality lakes.   Make not of the la

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/242 My old friend Greg Collett is here to share the story behind his move to the jungles of Ecuador and why he's dedicated his life to conserving the environment and the native peoples of his home for the last 10 years. Greg describes his plan through the production of documentaries to highlight and uplift the Shauar community.  This is a powerful episode with a good old friend doing good in the world so hope this shares some insight and inspires you today. Show Notes with the Greg Collett - Greg was in Master and Commander the movie. - Indie Fly is Oliver White's non profit focused on helping native people around the world.  Oliver was on the podcast here. - The IMF and impacts to the people - Legends of the Fall and the grizzly bear of Doug Soots the trainer - I noted the Fly Fishing Collaborative podcast You can find Greg at Fogata films Conclusion with Greg Collett Greg Collett, my old friend is here to share with us why he moved to Ecuador 10 years ago to pursue his

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/241 Sponsor: Stonefly Nets: https://wetflyswing.com/stonefly Larry Dahlberg, the man behind the Dahlberg diver, flashabou and a number of other game changing products is here to share his story and the hunt for big fish.  Larry produced and starred in a number of TV Shows and has been a big influencer for many years. We find out why Larry doesn’t make a distinction between fly fishing and gear fishing and gets a little fired up when we dig into it today.   Show Notes with Larry Dahlberg - Rowland Martin was Larry’s first connection who helped Larry get into his first TV show.   In Fisherman TV was the first show for Larry and then came the hunt for big fish.  In fisherman first introduced fly fishing for predator species. - The Nicaragua Tarpon fishery that no body knew about at the time. - The Dalhberg Diver - Larry tells the story of how he invented Flashabou,  one of my favorite materials. - Dave Whitlock was on the podcast in episode 160 - Buck Perry was the guy who in

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/240 Clay Groves, the chief fishing nerd shares the step x step to massive success on the ice.  Clay is the founder of the Fish Nerds Podcast and one of the good guys in the fishing podcast space.   Clay is one of the longest running fishing podcasts on the planet and today we also get a little taste of what the fish nerds is all about and how it started by them first catching and eating every fish in New Hamshire. Show Notes with Clay Groves - I was on the fish nerds podcast in episode 206 here. - We talk about ice fishing for brook trout and how the broom - I noted the euro nymphing article that I wrote at the wet fly swing blog.  We note that hot spots work great for ice. - Ice fishing gear - auger with drill  - The mop fly - The hummingbird sonar to help find fish. - The mr heater and a clam tent can get you out of the weather. - Clay loves his insulted Muck Boots - Check out Facebook groups for ice junkies and other groups. - The Alaska Burbot fish is the only freshwat

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/239 Sponsor: Koffler Boats: https://wetflyswing.com/koffler Todd Hirano breaks down dry line summer steelhead fly fishing today with a step x step on Todd's home water in the upper Willamette River.  We find out when and where to fish dry flies for steelhead and a bunch of tips that'll help you swing one up this year. Todd shares some tips on what todo on the comeback when a fish has hit your fly but not taken it fully.  This one is loaded with tips from one of the best anglers focused on skating dries for steelhead. Show Notes with Todd Hirano - Steve on spey pages:  upstate on the fly on spey pages and the Upstate on the Fly podcast. - The Beulah arrow head spey line has been a staple in the longer scandi head.  The Gale Force lines are also great to go with. - I noted the John Shewey podcast episode #16 - The formula for the leader can be found at this article on surface steelhead tips - We noted Jeff Hickman at Fish the Swing and and the little wang fly naming. - The b

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/238 Sponsor: Koffler Boats: https://wetflyswing.com/koffler Brent Baker from Oregon AT is here to share some truck camping tips and gear you need to stay safe out there.  We talk about overlanding and the why the rooftop tents have been gaining popularity in recent years. We cover the top items he always has in his truck when he's going off on a new journey.  We also dig into a little on the new electric trucks coming on the market like the Rivian and the Ford F150 lightning electric. Enter the Giveaway to Win the Tire Air down tool Show Notes with Brent Baker from Oregon AT - The Garmin in reach mini allows for two way text messaging - SunFlare cigs solar panel are great for the top of the camper. - The new Ford F150 Lightning electric truck - Rivian electric truck - AT Overland is the company that makes Brent's Oregon AT camper tops. - The Summit and the Atlas are two of Oregon AT's big camper tops. - Here's the AT summit topper - Iron Man 4x4 wing drawers along with the

https://wetflyswing.com/237 Sponsor: Stonefly Nets: https://wetflyswing.com/237 Mario Guel, head man behind Taco Fly Co is here to shed light on how Taco Fly Co came to be and the similarities between tacos, skate boarding and fly fishing.  Mario also walks us through some tips on nymphing for steelhead on the Trinity River. We hear about he Jaydacator and why it's the best indicator to let you know when you have a proper float.  We dig into the terminal tackle and why you gotta go with a rubber legs.  Did I say I love skateboarding?  So, enjoy the videos below. Show Notes with Mario Guel - Mario was on the Barbless Podcast here - Herb at the Trinity Fly Shop is a great resource for flies and tips. - Sex, Death and Fly fishing by John Gierach - John Gierach was on the podcast in episode 47 - The Jaydacator is a killer indicator and something that you should pick up - The Anchor Up and Chill Podcast is Mario's way to connect to a more diverse crowd. - Here is the Tall Can san jose skate boarding Video created

Show Notes Links: https://wetflyswing.com/236 Garrett Lesko is on the podcast in episode 236 to talk about the most popular Euro Nymph Flies and how to tie them.  Garrett is one of the young all stars in the fly tying space and has a broad mix of patterns he covers. We find out the best tips and tools on tying with UV Resin and some of the flies that are great.  Garrett ties a very clean fly and has some great tips to share on the podcast today. Show Notes with Garrett Lesko - Two Rivers Fly Shop is near Garrett's home water in Albany. - Caddis Fly Shop, Fly Fish Food, Davie McPhail and Jay Nicholas were all big mentors.  Jay Nicholas was on the podcast in episode #3 here. - Pat Cohen was on the podcast in episode #107. - The Albany Fly Tying Expo - Instagram of the bird in the nest - The Polish phaeasant tail on davie McPhail's youtube channel - The Iron Lotus fly pattern and Silver bullett baetis - Coq de leon is one of the best tailing materials. - Fulling Mill hooks - FM5045 Jig Force Hooks - The deschut

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/235 Sponsor:  https://wetflyswing.com/koffler Jason Miller, the Freestyle Tyer on Instagram is here to break down tying spey and dee flies and his love for steelhead.  We find out how to connect to some of the great companies that can help you elevate your tying game. Jason walks us through tying his freestyle spey and dee flies and the materials and dying styles that he uses in classic salmon flies and full dressed atlantic salmon flies.  We walk through a number of amazing free style spey flies tied by Jason. Spey Fly Show Notes with Jason Miller - The almost 2 hour video with Jason on the Dee fly - Dec and Marty’s book:  Steelhead Fly Tying Art and Design - Shewey's classic book:  Classic Steelhead Flies - Bob Vaverka's book:  Spey Flies and How to Tie them - Feathers, Flies and Phantoms website - Dave McNeese was on the podcast in episode 155 and is working on a Sid Glass book - Joseph Rosano was one in episode 136 and talked about the NW A. Salmon fly guild. - Lagarte

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/234 Alex Tennant from Aeropress is here to share the secrets of how to make great coffee outdoors.  And his secret is the Aeropress Go, which makes a great quick cup of coffee anywhere outdoors. Alex Tennant from Aeropress got is here to share the secrets of how to make great coffee outdoors.  And his secret is the Aeropress Go, which makes a great quick cup of coffee anywhere outdoors. We here a little on the story of Alan Adler, who created the Aerorpress and other great products in many niches.   It's time for coffee talk so let's jump into this right now. Show Notes on How to make great coffee - Alan Adler is the brains behind the Aeorpress Go and a number of other products in various niches. Spin master purchased the Aerobie Disc which Alan created. - Alan designed sail boat that won race from San Francisco to Hawaii - The Arobie frisbie ring - Anglers Coffee is a sponsor of this podcast and Joe, the founder recommended the Aeropress. - The Fly Shop in Redding Califor

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/233 Sponsor: Koffler Boats: https://wetflyswing.com/koffler Ed Jaworowski is here to break down the 3 principles to perfecting your fly cast.  This podcast is loaded with the step x steps to becoming a great fly caster and easy to implement changes to make this week. We hear about the analogy between a golf swing and a fly cast and why the critical angle is a major piece to the puzzle.  Ed breaks it all down today and I guarantee that your cast will be improved after this one. Show Notes with Ed Jaworowski - I noted the Tim Rawlins episode #27 where Tim cover spey casting tips. - Rick Pope was on the podcast in episode #157 and is the founder of TFO. - Steve Javie was one of the best NBA referees for years and is Ed's cousin.  Javie changed their last name from Jaworowski.  Here's Javie wired: - We Talking about Practice with Allen Iverson  - The paint brush analogy from Lefty Kreh is about acceleration.  Here's one of Lefty's books on casting. - Jake Jordan created a way

https://wetflyswing.com/232 We Dig into fly fishing for smallmouth bass with David Perry from the Southeastern fly fishing podcast.   David shares a couple of secret patterns, where to get the special materials for them and how you can find more fish today. David describes how he fishes a zoo cougar for sallies and how you want to throw it like a softball so it spats on the water for the reaction strike. Show Notes - Fly Fishing for Smallmouth Bass - David runs a High side Hyde Drift Boat - The drift boat series in our series - High Country Boats near David’s place builds a super clean boat. - The Itinerant angler podcast with Zach is one of the longest running podcasts online. - Podcast by SE Fly is David's facebook group.  - The Kelly was on the podcast in episode #52 and talked about the Zoo Cougar. - Arrick's Fly Shop in west Yellowstone had the right chenille and materials for David's goto smallmouth bass flies. - We talk about the zoo cougar and fishing this floating fly on a sinking fly. - Charles Jar

https://wetflyswing.com/231 Henry Hughes, Professor and fly fishing writer shares his favorite writers and books on Fly Fishing.  Henry made his way out west from New York and has since become the deputy editor of the Fly Fishing and Tying Journal. Henry describes his connection with his students as a college professor and how he produces his content through writing.  He notes McGuane and other highly influential writers to his life and career.    Show Notes - Books on Fly Fishing - I presented to the Art Flick Trout Unlimited Chapter.   - The John Gierach episode #47 was one of the best of all time and a huge episode for me at the time and to this day. - Nick Lyons was on the podcast in episode 202 and talked about his life's work with Lyons Press and the many great books he published. - Fire and the Straw by Nick Lyons - Back Seat with Fish will be out with skyhorse publishing and is Henry's book on traveling and fishing. - Tom Rosenbauer, and other greats - The Art of Angling:  Poems about Fishing - Angler

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/230 Phil Croff from Croff craft walks us through the step x step to catching brown trout at night on mice.  We find out why they have better success catching 24” brown trout in the evening and not in the day. Phil also shares the story of the croft craft boats that he builds at his shop, a low profile wooden drift boat that works perfectly for their night adventures.  You will be able to catch more browns at night after todays big show. Night Fishing for Trout Show Notes with Phil Croff - Koffler boats was on the podcast in episode 180 and Rays River Dories in episode 197 here. - The Rapid Robert was a popular design by Ray Heater. - Cajun is one of the leaders in the leaders in the wood boat space and was on the podcast in episode 196.  Jason shares the story of him dumping the drift boat in one of the western rivers. - The Scientific Anglers Infinity Glow Lines are a must have line for night fishing for browns. - The Tommy Lynch's white belly mouse was noted as a good pat