The Destination Angler Podcast

Our designation is the Salmon River in upstate New York with Les Resseguie, Biologist and expert fly angler for New York State, Department of Environmental Conservation.  Managed as a trophy fishery, the Salmon River is a top destination for Chinook, Coho, and Steelhead.  With two world records, this river provides tremendous opportunities for anglers looking to ty into that fish of a lifetime.  L...

Today our destination is the mighty Bow River in Alberta Canada with expert fly angler, Matt Chatani, Head Guide for Trout Chasers, Calgary, Alberta. The Bow is known the world over for nutrient-rich water that produces an incredible supply of large, aggressive Browns and Rainbows in the 20" plus class. A second-generation fishing guide, Matt has a penchant for the visual aspects of fly fishing an...

Our destination is the legendary Henry's Fork in Eastern Idaho with biologist and expert fly angler, Brett High, Idaho Fish & Game.  The Henry's Fork is famous for prolific hatches, trophy football-shaped trout, and endless wading opportunities.  Brett covers it all from 15 lb Rainbows in Henry's Lake to superb and highly technical dry fly fishing on Harriman Ranch to trophy Brown Trout in the low...

And today our Destination is the Yukon Territory and the pristine Liard River system.  Our guest is biologist, educator, and backcountry fly angler, Gabe Rivest. Larger than the State of California, the Yukon offers a true wilderness experience for anglers willing to go the extra mile in search of trophy Bull Trout.  Gabe has traveled the backcountry extensively via canoe and shares how to chase m...

Our Destination is Northwestern, Connecticut, and the upper Housatonic River.   And our guest is expert guide and speaker, Stephen Pogo-JEN-ski, or Pogo for short.  Pogo has a passion for fly angling for large predator fish such as Muskie and Pike and holds a world record for Walleye on the fly.   Listen while Pogo takes us into the mind of the Northern Pike and top techniques to take 'em on the f...

Fishing the Frying Pan River with Eli Vock, Frying Pan Anglers The Destination Angler Podcast – September 18, 2020 Our destination is Basalt, Colorado, and the legendary Frying Pan River.  Our guest is expert guide and fly fisherman, Eli Vock, with Frying Pan Anglers.  The "Pan" is a Gold Medal fishery and a top destination for trophy Rainbows and Browns.  It offers excellent year-round dry fly fi...

Our destination is Western Montana and the top locations for every season.   Our guest is guide and outfitter, Jason Morrison, of Jason Morrison Outfitters, Billings, MT.   Jason is a multi-species angler and expert on many of the top fisheries throughout the state.  In fact, Jason has a unique philosophy, that the best fishing can be found away from the crowds and on a wide variety of water, depe...

Our destination is Livingston, MT, and the mighty Yellowstone River.  Our guest is expert guide, Josh Edwards, with Yellowstone Angler and ChillinCharters.   Known the world over, the Yellowstone is a top Blue-Ribbon fishery, and for good reason.  Starting in Yellowstone National Park, this river offers over 120 miles of quality trout habitat, prolific hatches, and gorgeous Montana scenery.  Josh...

Our destination is Carlisle, Pennsylvania, and the hallowed grounds of the Letort Spring Run , possibly THE most famous limestone spring creek in the East and considered the birthplace of American terrestrial fishing.  Our guest is expert guide and conservationist, Neil Sunday , head guide with Relentless Fly Fishing, TCO Fly Shops.  Neil covers the rich angling tradition of the Letort, famous mea...

Our destination is Jackson Hole, Wyoming and Fish Creek, a top spring creek in the West known for trophy native cutthroat trout.  Our guest is expert guide and fly fisherman, Joe Irby , with Grand Fishing Adventures.  Joe shares why the Jackson Hole area is a fly anglers paradise and why Fish Creek should be on every angler's bucket list.  Added bonus:  spotting trout taking emergers and why your...

This week our destination are the alpine lakes and streams in Rocky Mountain National Park in beautiful Colorado.  Our guest is expert backcountry guide and fly fisherman, Tom Caprio , with 5280 Angler. Tom specializes in backcountry angling and has fished the Park for over 30 years.  Hear an overview of the endless fishing opportunities at altitude, tips on how to read alpine lakes, food sources...

This week our destination is the world-famous Bitterroot River in Western Montana.   Our guest is expert guide and historian, Chad Williams , with Total Outfitters fly shop, Lolo, MT.  A veritable bug factory, Chad takes us through top hatches and must-have patterns, covering the East, West, and main branches of this blue-ribbon trout stream.   Added bonus, tips on public access, fishing the wood,...

This week our destination is Sugar Creek and the Tippecanoe River in Western Indiana, two of the best Smallmouth Bass fisheries in the Midwest.   Our guest is expert guide, author, and speaker, Chad Miller, owner of Sugar Creek Anglers.  Chad shares stories on how Smallmouth think, what they eat, and tactics for the most selective Smallie.   Added bonus, fishing terrestrials, plus custom fly patte...

This week our destination is Upper North Platte River in South Central Wyoming, one of the premier Blue-Ribbon trout streams in the West.  Our guest is Benjy Duke, Expeditions Director for the famous A Bar A Ranch.  Listen while Benjy takes us through the seasons explaining key hatches, go-to techniques, public access, local history, and conservation.  Added bonus, fishing massive Trico spinner ha...

This week our destination is the Driftless region of Southwest Wisconsin.  Our guest is expert guide and fly fisherman, Matt Wagner, owner of the Driftless Angler fly shop in Viroqua, WI.  Matt tells why the Driftless is the best-kept secret in the Midwest and shares tips, techniques, and the fly patterns you need to catch trout and lots of 'em.   Added bonus, fishing leech patterns for lunker tro...

This week our destination is Virginia and the historic James River for trophy Smallmouth Bass.   Our Guest is Alex McCrickard, Aquatic Education Coordinator with Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources.  Tips on how to break down the James including reading summertime water, top fly patterns, retrieve strategies, and when to go top-water and subsurface.  As an added bonus, spring creek fishing o...

Our destination is Redding, CA, and the Lower Sacramento River.  Our guest is expert guide and fly fisherman, Greg Kennedy , with The Fly Shop, who shares why this river is a top destination for large Rainbow trout.  Listen as he takes us through the seasons and shares tips on top flies, which hatches to key in on, and the best stretches to fish.  With host, Steve Haigh. The Fly Shop:    https://w...

Our destination is northwestern Ontario's Lac Seul, known for producing trophy Muskie as big as your kid!  And our guest is expert guide and author, Ben Beattie of Ben Beattie Outdoors.  Ben shares why anglers worldwide come to Lac Seul to catch that "fish of a lifetime".  We dive into the weeds with tips on best areas to fish, habits of trophy Muskies, importance of "terminal tackle", and a list...

Our destination is the Au Sable River with expert guide, Josh Greenberg, of Gates Au Sable Lodge.  Josh shares why so many flock to northern Michigan to hunt for big Browns and unlocks the secrets of the "fishing the wood" with dry flies.   As an added bonus, tips on night fishing -- hex fishing and mousing – and must-have flies for Northern Michigan.  With host, Steve Haigh.    Gates Au Sable Lod...

Our destination this week is Elfin Cove, Alaska with expert guide and outfitter, Kieran Oliver.  Alaska has it all with giant Halibut, Steelhead, and five species of Salmon, not to mention beautiful scenery and incredible wildlife.  Kieran untangles the mystery of SE Alaska and how to land the fish of a lifetime.  With host, Steve Haigh. Book a Trip with Kieran and Elfin Cove Resort:    https://el...

Our destination is Montana's fabled Smith River with expert guide and Montana native, Evan Youngblood.  Evan unravels the mysteries of fly fishing success on the Smith and explains why anglers covet an opportunity to float this remote 59-mile beauty.   A great storyteller, Evan regales us with interesting tales only a seasoned guide could tell.  With host, Steve Haigh. Book a Trip on the Smith Riv...

Our destination today is Canada's world-famous Nipigon River with award-winning outdoor writer, speaker, conservationist, and fishing guide, Gord Ellis.  Gord shares why this river is "the land of big" and a top destination for monster Brook Trout anglers around the world.  Listen as he takes us through the seasons with tips on flies, techniques & gear, and inspires us with the story behind restor...

Our guest this week is expert fly-fishing guide, artist and musician, Joe McHugh of Ft Collins, CO, who shares why Northern Colorado and the Cache la Poudre should be on every fly fisher's bucket list.  Joe walks us through the seasons on the Poudre and his top fly picks, including some killer soft hackle fly patterns and techniques.  As a bonus, we discuss fly fishing books of old and Joe's thoug...

Our guest this week is expert fly-fishing guide, Dustin Harley of Ripple Guide Service, who shares why Northern Indiana and Southwest Michigan may be the best-kept secret in big game fishing.  Stories, tips, and techniques for hooking up with Salmon, Steelhead, Northern Pike, Longnose Gar, and Smallmouth bass on the St. Joe, Tippecanoe, and Yellow Rivers.   It's a big world out there, now go and f...

Our guest this week is expert fly-fishing guide, Chad Johnson of CJ's White River Outfitter, who shares stories and tips on catching those giant brown trout the White River is known for.  Not just in the winter, but all year long!  Plus stories about his good friend Dave Whitlock, tips on how to catch big smallmouths "finesse-style", and great info on other wadable rivers in the area.        To Co...