Anchored Podcast Ep. 32: Rick Kustich on Great Lakes Steelhead

Rick Kustich On Great Lakes Steelhead
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Rick Kustich is a fly-shop owner, guide, instructor, and the author of five fly-fishing books. Over the years, Rick has been instrumental in the midwest fly-fishing scene. In this episode of Anchored, we talk about Great Lakes steelhead and what we can expect in his latest book.

This episode is sponsored by Farlex Reels.  

Buy Rick’s Books: Advanced Fly Fishing for Great Lakes SteelheadFly Fishing for Great Lakes Steelhead – An Advanced Look at an Emerging Fishery
Length: 01:03:58

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