Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast

Show Notes:   https://wetflyswing.com/690 Presented By:   Jackson Hole Fly Company ,  Stonefly Nets , Yellowstone Teton Territory , On DeMark Lodge Today, we're covering everything about catching big smallmouth bass with James Hughes, head guide at Schultz Outfitters. James breaks down when to use smaller streamers versus the big five to eight-inch ones. We'll also learn the best times for swim fl...

Show Notes:   https://wetflyswing.com/689   Presented by: On DeMark Lodge , TroutRoutes , Jackson Hole Fly Company , Togiak River Lodge Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors    In this episode, we journey to fly fishing southwest Washington with expert guide Jackson Golik. Known for its impressive steelhead and salmon populations, this region offers anglers a unique experience that rivals the...

Show Notes:   https://wetflyswing.com/688 Presented By:    Grand Teton Fly Fishing Scott Smith, owner of Grand Teton Fly Fishing, takes us on a journey through the Yellowstone area. We'll uncover tips for fishing the area's rivers, learn about pre-hatches, and hear Scott's biggest tip for landing those tricky fish sipping bugs off the surface. Plus, Scott will also share stories about his mentor,...

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/687 Presented By: Jackson Hole Fly Company Has a Belize saltwater trip been on your bucket list, but felt a bit out of reach? Did you know it's easier than you think to DIY Belize and pair it with a few guided days to maximize your experience? Today, we're diving into everything you need to know for chasing Bonefish, Tarpon, and Permit on the fly. Chris Waters a...

Show Notes:   https://wetflyswing.com/686   Presented by: Yellowstone Teton Territory , Togens Fly Shop , On DeMark Lodge , Heated Core Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors   Mark Melnyk, executive producer at The New Fly Fisher, takes us fly fishing in Chile which is renowned for its large trout and breathtaking landscapes. Mark shares invaluable insights and tips on how to plan an unforget...

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/685 Presented By:  Waters West Fly Shop In this episode of In the Bucket Podcast, we sit 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, a...

Show Notes:   https://wetflyswing.com/684 Presented By:   Grand Teton Fly Fishing , Heated Core , Waters West , Angler's Coffee Today, we're surf fishing California, home to some of the toughest surf fishing spots in the country. Southern California also boasts one of the largest manmade bays and some of the best weather and fish species around. Tyler Vanosdell from Mission Bay Fly Fishing takes u...

Show Notes:   https://wetflyswing.com/683   Presented By: On DeMark Lodge Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/demark   In this episode, we're joined by Craig DeMark of On DeMark Lodge to guide us through the intricacies of fly fishing the Missouri River. You'll discover expert tips on navigating downstream fishing, strategies for handling pressured waters, and the crucial elements of achieving the p...

#682 Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/682 Presented By: Jackson Hole Fly Company , Stonefly Nets , Togens Fly Shop , TroutRoutes Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Would you like to fish for steelhead that are so fresh from the salt that they are blue in coloration and not even quite chrome yet How about traveling to a place where it's highly unlikely that you'll see another angler in...

Show Notes:   https://wetflyswing.com/681 Presented By: On DeMark Lodge ,  Jackson Hole Fly Company , Heated Core , Angler's Coffee Rick Lee, Hawaiian fly fishing master and saltwater expert, is back on the podcast, and today, we're diving into the waters of Christmas Island and Hawaii. Rick's got the scoop on where to find the biggest bonefish, and he's sharing some tips on how to DIY your fly fi...

Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/drifthook9 In this Beginner 101 Fly Fishing Solo episode I share the Top 9 dry flies you need if you are just getting started.  You can read the full blog post from Drifthook.com at the link above.   Send me an email:  Dave@wetflyswing.com if you have any comments or feedback!

Show Notes:   https://wetflyswing.com/679   This episode is presented by  TroutRoutes , not only the best mapping app to find the best water but also a company supporting important groups who are pushing for diversity on species and anglers! Sponsors:  https://wetflyswing.com/troutroutes   Heather Hodson, an avid spey fishing enthusiast and the founder of United Women on the Fly, shares her exciti...

Show Notes:   https://wetflyswing.com/678 Presented By:   Grand Teton Fly Fishing ,  Smitty's Fly Box , Jackson Hole Fly Company Curious how an 11-year-old girl managed to beat everyone and become the world fly casting champion? Chris Korich, legendary casting coach to top champions like Maxine McCormick, is here to reveal the secrets behind her success. You'll hear Maxine's full story, from winni...

Show Notes:   https://wetflyswing.com/677    Presented By: Yellowstone Teton Territory Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/teton   Today, we explore Fly Fish Food Jimmy's, a top fly shop in the West, now under new management. Join us as we speak with Madison Losee, the new shop manager. She'll share tips for your next fly fishing trip, including ways to avoid crowds on the famous Henry's Fork and he...

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/676 Presented By: Visit Helena, MT On a recent drive across the country, I swung into Helena, Montana. We stopped for a beer, some gear for the trip, and hung out at a local park. And I'll be back this year to fish the mighty Missouri, one of the great rivers out West. In this episode, you're going to hear about a person who sold her business to go all in on fly...

Show Notes:   https://wetflyswing.com/675 Presented By: Togens Fly Shop , FishHound Expeditions Today, we're honoring one of the greatest voices in fly fishing, John Gierach, who passed away in October.  I first recorded this episode with John in 2018, right after starting the podcast. John was already a huge inspiration to many with his stories and deep love for mountain streams and fly fishing....

Show Notes:   https://wetflyswing.com/674   Presented By: Togiak River Lodge Sponsors:  https://wetflyswing.com/togiak   George Krumm, editor of Fish Alaska Magazine and all-around fishy dude, is going to share his experience on Alaska grand slam catching all five salmon species in the same day on a recent trip to the Togiak River. You're going to find out which technique he used to make it happen...

#673 Show Notes:   https://wetflyswing.com/673 Presented By: Waters West , Yellowstone Teton Territory , Drifthook Fly Fishing    Have you heard about Clean the Dream? It's one of Landon Mayer's favorite events, and today, Scott Robertson is here to tell us all about it. Scott shares the history of this inspiring cleanup at the Dream Stream, how it's evolved, and why it matters to anglers everywhe...

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/672 Presented By: Waters West , Yellowstone Teton Territory , FishHound Expeditions , Heated Core Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors If you had the choice between sight fishing for big trout or nipping down deep, which one would you choose? And what about streamers versus Dries? Do you have an opinion there? And which of all these techniques do you need...

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/671 Presented By: Stonefly Nets , Drifthook Fly Fishing , Yellowstone Teton Territory Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Have you ever been confused about how to choose the best fly line for your next fly rod? Did you know that line companies typically overweight lines out of the box to help us out? And are you interested in learning about the process of...

Show Notes:   https://wetflyswing.com/670    Presented By: Togens Fly Shop , FishHound Expeditions ,  TroutRoutes , Angler's Coffee Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors        Josh Mills, a seasoned expert from the Backcountry Hunters & Anglers team, as well as a board member of the Wild Steelhead Coalition and an accomplished steelhead fly tier, is set to guide us through the Clearwater Riv...

Show Notes:   https://wetflyswing.com/668 Presented By: Togens Fly Shop If you've ever watched a fly fishing YouTube video, there's a good chance you've come across one produced by today's guest, Colin McKeown. Colin sadly passed away last month, and today I want to re-release an interview I did with him in 2019. Colin was behind one of the largest fly fishing YouTube channels and inspired many in...

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/667 Presented By: Smitty's Fly Box , Drifthook Fly Fishing , Stonefly Nets , Yellowstone Teton Territory Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Have you attended The Fly Fishing Show recently? Did you know that the Fly Fishing Show by the Furimskys is the largest fly fishing show in the world? And what is it about these shows that made them so successful in...

Show Notes:   https://wetflyswing.com/666   Presented By: TroutRoutes , Waters West , Togens Fly Shop , Stonefly Nets Sponsors:  https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors       In this episode, Joe Rist and I will journey to fly fishing the Catskills, often hailed as the birthplace of American fly fishing. Join us as we uncover the rich history of this iconic region, explore the streams of the Beaver Kill...