The Articulate Fly

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash catches up with seasoned fishing guide Mac Brown for another insightful segment of Casting Angles. Mac shares his experiences with brown trout fishing in the Park, emphasizing the effectiveness of terrestrials like inch worms, ants and beetles. They discuss the impact of recent cool weather and rainfall on fishing conditions and how these cha...

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash sits down with Wyoming fishing guide Dustin White for another engaging On the Water fishing report. Dustin shares his recent experiences with carp fishing as the season winds down, highlighting the challenges and successes of targeting carp using conventional methods. They discuss the impact of temperature inversions on fishing activity and t...

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash chats with Steve Maldonado, also known by his aliases Skeeter or Jonny Lunchmeat. They delve into Steve’s journey from his sparkle boat days to his immersion in fly fishing, with a special focus on tying predator flies. Steve shares his earliest fishing memories, his competitive bass fishing experiences and how a move to Colorado shifted his...

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash reconnects with East Tennessee fishing guide Ellis Ward for another insightful fishing report. They discuss Ellis's recent hectic fishing schedule, including his experiences with mousing and fishing through various weather conditions. Ellis shares the impact of a recent hurricane on fishing in Johnson City and the improvement in conditions wi...

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash catches up with Brendan Ruch for another insightful Ruch Report. Brendan shares his recent adventures in Canada, where he enjoyed catching largemouth and smallmouth bass, as well as some pike. They discuss the impact of recent heavy rains on local fishing conditions and the upcoming stream cleanup event with the Delaware River Club. Brendan p...

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash is joined by Captain David Blinken and special guest Steve Ramirez as they explore the vibrant fishing scene in Campeche, Mexico. David shares the idyllic tarpon weather conditions, highlighting the hot and humid climate with low winds in the morning and an influx of tarpon cruising during the summer. Steve recounts his first tarpon catch on...

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash reconnects with Mac Brown for another insightful Casting Angles segment. They discuss the current fishing conditions in East Tennessee and Western North Carolina, highlighting the benefits of cooler temperatures and recent rains. Mac shares tips for early morning fishing, including the importance of proper sun protection and the effectiveness...

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash catches up with East Tennessee fishing guide Ellis Ward to discuss the current fishing conditions. Ellis shares his recent experiences on the water, including the benefits of intermittent clouds and scattered storms for fishing. They dive into the specifics of river conditions, the importance of understanding local forage and the best practic...

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash chats with Dustin White about fishing in the Golden Isles of southeastern Georgia and northeast Florida. They discuss the unique aspects of the area, including its tranquility and excellent fishing opportunities, particularly for redfish and tarpon. Dustin also provides updates on fishing conditions back home in Wyoming. The episode wraps up...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another Ruch Report with Brendan Ruch. In this episode, Brendan shares his sunburnt adventures and insights from a day of popper fishing. They discuss the challenges of summer fishing in the dog days, with temperatures soaring and unique weather conditions affecting the bite. Brendan highlights the hot crayfish bite and the effectiveness of yellow po...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another Southwest Virginia Fishing Report with Matt Reilly. In this episode, Matt shares his experiences with the recent weather conditions, including regional rainstorms that have only provided temporary relief from the dry spell. They discuss the challenges of fishing in low, clear water and the technical aspects of targeting smallmouth bass under...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another Central PA Fishing Report with George Costa of TCO Fly Shop in State College. In this episode, George shares his recent vacation adventures on the Cape, including some successful striped bass and bluefish catches. They discuss the current fishing conditions in Central PA, noting the recent rains that have bumped up flows and added a bit of co...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another insightful episode of Casting Angles with Mac Brown. In this episode, they discuss the current hatch, focusing on tiny mayflies and midges, and the importance of fishing cooler waters where small creeks enter larger bodies of water. Mac also provides an update on the new TFO Elevare, highlighting its balanced swing weight and versatility for...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another exciting "On the Salt" segment with Captain David Blinken. In this episode, David shares his recent adventures, including a trip to Martha's Vineyard where he enjoyed some quality time with family and friends and managed to catch some elusive striped bass on the flats. David discusses the challenges of fly fishing in saltwater, especially wit...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another "On the Water" segment with Dustin White. In this episode, Dustin shares how he's been managing the summer heat in Casper, Wyoming, and provides an update on the current fishing conditions across three favorite waterways: the Bighorn, the Reef and the Miracle Mile. Dustin discusses the challenges and successes of fishing in mossy conditions,...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another insightful Ruch Report with Brendan Ruch. In this episode, Brendan reflects on his recent 30th birthday celebrations and shares his unique fishing experiences in Wisconsin with Chris Willen. Despite challenging conditions with blown-out rivers, Brendan explored lake fishing using advanced techniques and electronics. Brendan discusses the curr...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another engaging East Tennessee Fishing Report with Ellis Ward. In this episode, Ellis talks about the challenges of fishing in the summer heat, sharing his experiences and insights on how to adapt to the conditions. Despite the high temperatures, Ellis discusses the benefits of having 60-degree water and the importance of taking advantage of cooler...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for an enriching conversation with returning guest and author Steve Ramirez. In this episode, Steve delves into the profound lessons he's learned from the river and provides an update on his latest book, "Casting Homeward." Marvin and Steve discuss the importance of adapting to life's unpredictable nature, the value of curiosity and learning and the deep...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another engaging East Tennessee Fishing Report with Ellis Ward. In this episode, Ellis shares his experiences from his recent trip to Northern Michigan, reminiscing about early fishing memories and enjoying the diverse fishery with his family. He discusses the unique fishing opportunities in the region, from smallmouth bass to musky, and the exciteme...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for an entertaining and informative "On the Water" segment with Dustin White. In this episode, Dustin shares a humorous mishap involving a tumble off his poling platform that led to an unexpected upgrade from his iPhone 13 to the latest model. As they chat, Dustin provides valuable insights into current fishing conditions and hatches, highlighting the ex...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for an inspiring conversation with Adam Hortenberry, the creative mind behind Anchor Fly and Tackle . In this episode, Adam shares his rapid journey from a gear enthusiast to a passionate fly angler and fly tier. He also provides exciting details about the inaugural Rhode Island Fly Bash on July 13 at Rejects Brewing Company. Adam dives into his earliest...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another engaging Central PA Fishing Report with George Costa of TCO Fly Shop in State College. In this episode, George shares the latest updates on fishing conditions in Central Pennsylvania, highlighting the recent cool down and rain that have positively impacted the local streams. He discusses the current state of the big four streams—Spring Creek,...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another insightful Southwest Virginia Fishing Report with Matt Reilly. In this episode, Matt shares his experiences battling the summer heat and how it has impacted fishing conditions in Southwest Virginia. He discusses the dramatic shift from a wet spring to a hot, dry summer and the challenges it brings for anglers. Matt delves into the current sta...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another engaging episode of Casting Angles with Mac Brown. In this episode, Mac shares his insights on fishing during the summer heat, emphasizing the benefits of targeting warmwater species like bass and bream when trout fishing conditions are less favorable. He discusses various techniques for line control and strike detection, which are essential...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another exciting episode of On the Salt with Captain David Blinken . David shares his experiences fishing off of Long Island, discussing the challenges posed by recent high winds and how it has kept him on the beach. He offers insights into the current fishing conditions and his expectations for targeting stripers in shallow water using crustacean pa...