So Fly Fishing

The So Fly Crew sit with outdoor photographer Chase White, based in Squamish, British Columbia. On Instagram you can find chase @anadromous which is the perfect name for him as a salt angler turned fresh. Chase is originally from Texas where he grew up chasing redfish, but moved to BC when he met his wife. Now Chase spends much of his time chasing steelhead. The crew spoke with chase about his lif...

The So Fly Crew sits with author of The Orvis Guide to Muskies on the Fly, Kip Vieth. The group talk about Kip's fly fishing life in the mid-west, and his passion for chasing big, hungry musky on the fly.    FIND KIP: https://wildwoodfloattrips.com/ SAVE THE WEST CREDIT: https://www.change.org/p/residents-on-the-west-credit-river-watershed-cut-the-crap-keep-the-credit

The So Fly Crew sits with Jessica Haydahl Richardson - angler, photographer, and so much more. Jessica's film 'Dropped in the Pacific' was featured in the 2021 Fly Fishing Film Tour which debuted on March 10th. If you haven't seen it, WHAT THE HECK ARE YOU WAITING FOR? Grab your tickets at the link below to watch her amazing film. In this episode the crew speak with Jessica about her fly fishing l...

The So Fly Crew plus Nick from F3T sit down with the filmmakers from the 2021 festival. In this special, first ever BONUS episode, Mitch, Aldo and Nick talk about the 2021 films and the people behind them. Grab your tickets at flyfilmtour.com - watch the films, then check out this show. Or check out this show, and then watch the films. Either way, enjoy! Time codes below...   FILMMAKER INTERVIEWS...

The So Fly Crew sits with Paul and Nick from F3T. The group chats about the Fly Fishing Film Tour, what goes into pulling it off each year, the EPIC lineup for the 2021 tour, and more. Get your tickets at https://flyfilmtour.com/ - BONUS episode with the filmmakers of F3T is being released on MARCH 11. Check out the films MARCH 10th.    GET YOUR TICKETS https://flyfilmtour.com/  

The So Fly Crew sits with Gord Ellis, Senior Editor from Ontario out of Doors. They discuss the many fishing opportunities in and around the Thunder Bay region, including the giant brook trout of the Nipigon system and Lake Superior. Gord talks about his guiding seasons, how catch and release helped bring back the fishery on the Nipigon, and more.    http://nipigonriveradventures.com/fish-with-gor...

The So Fly Crew sits with author and angler Greg French from Tasmania. Greg has authored a number of incredible books including 'Trout Water of Tasmania' - the bible to fishing trout in Tasmania. Greg takes the gang through his fly fishing life, they also discuss some of his travel highlights, and some memorable, slightly chaotic moments while fishing in South America at the start of the pandemic....

The So Fly Crew sits with Richard Wale of Cape Town, South Africa. The group talks about the fly fishing opportunities found in South Africa. From incredible salt water fly fishing, to technical dry fly fishing on rainbow trout streams, South Africa has an amazing fishery.    Upstream Fly Fishing: https://upstreamflyfishing.co.za/ The Mission: https://themissionflymag.com/    

The So Fly Crew broadcasts live on YouTube for their end of the year episode. They talk with a few guests who call in, reminisce about their 2020 fishing season, and talk about what's to come in 2021. Mitchy asks the 'Mitchy's New Year 5' - five questions designed to stimulate the fishiest of talks. Yilma features four 'Fact or Fishies'. Happy new year to the So Fly friends and supporters - withou...

The So Fly Crew sits with Mikey Metcalfe from Southern Ontario. They discuss Mikey's fly fishing life, the rivers of Southern Ontario, the fly fishing opportunities, and his guiding year during the pandemic. Laughs are had, fish stories are shared, and fishing trips are discussed.    Find Mikey http://metcalfeflycast.ca/ 

The So Fly Crew sits with Monte Burke, author of Lords of the Fly. Together, they discuss an incredible era of tarpon fly fishing in an area called Homosassa. Lords of the Fly pulls apart the age of sex, drugs and tarpon fishing, diving deep into the obsession behind catching the world record tarpon. From Lefty Kreh to Flip Pallot, Monte and the crew talk about some of the most famed fly anglers,...

The So Fly Crew sits with Tyler Dunsmore of Fly Water Guiding. Tyler is a fantastic guide from Southern Ontario who spends most of his time on the Grand River. Before that however, Tyler spent years guiding Western Canada, Eastern Canada, and South America. He brought all his experiences back to Southern Ontario to create a wonderful fishing experience for his guests. From Steelhead to Golden Dora...

The So Fly Crew sits with the one and only Eeland Stribling from Colorado. Eeland is a fly angler, a wildlife biologist and a comedian. They speak with Eeland about his fly fishing life, and his life as a touring comedian. Eeland also talks about Brown Folks Fishing, a community-based organization by and for BIPOC anglers.    Eeland: https://www.instagram.com/blacksteveirwin/?hl=en   Find bff: htt...

The So Fly Crew sits with Kerry Premec from Kentucky. Kerry takes the crew through fishing opportunities in Kentucky, and also discusses her fly fishing club the Northern Kentucky Fly Fishers. They talk about the ins and outs of running a fly fishing club, and some of the reasons why certain clubs do better than others.    Find the club: https://nkff.org/   Music: “Favela Beat“ by Birocratic (www....

The So Fly Crew chats about a recent trip to Northern Ontario to fish with Birchland Cottages. Located near Sault Ste. Marie, the fishing at Birchland is exceptional. You can chase pike, musky, bass, steelhead, salmon, and brook trout. The group record on location, and discuss their weekend chasing monster bass and musky. They chat with guide Adam Vallee about the area, the fishing opportunities,...

The So Fly Crew sits with Jen Ripple of Dun Magazine. Mitch, Aldo, and Jen talk about what it took to start Dun Magazine, Jen's foray into the fly fishing world, and representation in fly fishing. Jen is an accomplished angler, editor and entrepreneur, and you can learn more about Dun and her adventures below. https://dunmagazine.com/ https://dunmagazine.com/authors/jen-ripple https://www.instagra...

The So Fly Crew sits with two Ontario anglers Matt and Nick who talk about their trip to the vast, rugged landscape that is The Nipigon. They share tales of fierce waters, untouched wilderness, and of course MONSTER FISH. This remote Ontario region is home to some of the biggest Pike, Brook Trout and Lake Trout in the province. A trip to The Nipigon is a true adventure. For more information on the...

The So Fly Crew sits with Chad Williams of Total-Outfitters to talk about his fly fishing life, the Bitterroot Valley of Montana, and the history of the region. Chad discusses the fishing opportunities in the region, and what makes it such a special place.   Music: “Favela Beat“ by Birocratic (www.birocratic.com) The song used in our podcast was licensed via Birocratic License v05.2016. For info o...

The So Fly Crew sits with Tom Rosenbauer to talk about his fly fishing life, how he started at Orvis, and where it has taken him. Tom discusses his love for Carp fishing, how COVID has affected his 2020 fly fishing plans, and how he's been rediscovering his own backyard.   Music: “Favela Beat“ by Birocratic (www.birocratic.com) The song used in our podcast was licensed via Birocratic License v05.2...

The So Fly Crew sits with Susan Thrasher, author, angler and instructor, to talk about her new book, "Thrashers Fly Fishing Guide". Susan calls in from her home outside of Nashville, and takes the fellas through her fly fishing life – how she began angling, how she got into teaching, and what it was like fishing alongside Joan Wulff. http://www.southernbrookies.com/ https://www.amazon.ca/Thrashers...

The So Fly Crew sits in Cabin 2 up at Esnagami Wilderness Lodge in Northern Ontario. They discuss their trip to this beautiful region of their home province. Esnagami Lodge is the perfect destination for anglers looking to catch HUGE amounts of Walleye on the fly, Pike, and massive river Brook Trout. Learn more about the lodge below. http://www.esnagami.com/   Music: “Favela Beat“ by Birocratic (w...

The So Fly Crew sits with friend, angler and photographer Joel Clifton. They talk about Joel's entry into fly fishing, and the wonderful times he's spent on the water so far. Joel also discusses fly fishing photography, and how he approaches taking shots on the water.   Music: “Favela Beat“ by Birocratic (www.birocratic.com) The song used in our podcast was licensed via Birocratic License v05.2016...

The So Fly Crew sits with Joe Gugino from Costa and Why Knot Fishing. Joe takes the fellas through the ins-and-outs of fly fishing for striped bass – a coveted fish they're all eager to one day catch. Links to the pages Joe references in the show: @bwhally @pogo_pike @joegugino @costasunglasses   Music: “Favela Beat“ by Birocratic (www.birocratic.com) The song used in our podcast was licensed via...

The So Fly Crew sits with Eric Lund from Esnagami Lodge in Northern Ontario. Eric takes the guys through his fly fishing history, and how he became a lodge owner in one of the countries most beautiful areas. Esnagami Lodge will take you into some incredible water, to chase fish of a lifetime. Visit them below, and book a trip into the heart of Northern Ontario for premier fly-in fishing. http://ww...

The So Fly Crew sits with Jeff Jackson, guide, paddler, professor and angler, about Algonquin Park. Jeff guides in Algonquin Park, and has come to know the ins-and-outs of fishing the lakes, streams and rivers there. Algonquin Park truly is one of Ontario's greatest outdoor regions – it's wild, untamed, and huge. If you haven't gone, send Jeff a note, connect, and spend some time on the water ther...