April Vokey

Rick Hinderer is a world-renowned knife maker celebrated for his innovative designs and precision craftsmanship. Founder of Hinderer Knives, his knives are a favorite among first responders, military personnel, and outdoor enthusiasts, blending rugged durability with ergonomic sophistication.
Eeland Stribling is an avid angler, conservationist, and stand-up comedian based in Colorado. As a biologist, he works to promote environmental stewardship and inspire the next generation to explore and protect nature. In this episode of Anchored, we discuss his inspiring story and roll up our sleeves to discuss the controversy of the Drake, Nocta and Nike fly fishing campaign.
Pete Tyjas is a passionate fly fisher, writer, and editor based in Devon, England. Founder of Fly Culture Magazine, Pete has built a reputation for his engaging storytelling and dedication to celebrating the art and community of fly fishing.
In this episode of Into the Backing, we discuss the advantages of both the single and double handed rod. From swinging flies for steelhead to using them for something as niche as fly fishing for musky, we cover it all in this month’s session.
Tom Rosenbauer is a renowned figure in the fly fishing world, celebrated for his extensive knowledge and passion for the sport. With over 40 years of experience, he has authored numerous best-selling books, including The Orvis Fly-Fishing Guide and The Orvis Guide to Prospecting for Trout.
In this episode of Into the Backing, we tackle a complex and polarizing issue: native fish vs. introduced fish. That phrase has always sounded odd to me, so I figured there must be more to the controversy. We sit down with Bob Mallard from the Native Fish Coalition, writer Kirk Deeter, fluvial geomorphologist Dr. Doug Thompson, and journalist Tom Bie to explore why this divide exists.
In this episode of Anchored, we discuss optics in outdoor marketing, how fly fishing connects us, gate-keeping, fishing in Guyana, and more.
In this episode of Anchored, we discuss Rick's upbringing, books, and experience as a digital nomad. We cover everything from fishing BC’s interior, to the invasion of Prussian carp, roadtripping through Mexico and more.
In this episode of Anchored, we discuss some of Quebec’s salmon history, the story of Hooke, launching a clothing company, embracing change, our future, parallels in hunting, and more.
In this episode of Anchored, Andrea and I discuss how she went from student to celebrated fishing artist, the process behind the art on Abel Reels, AI art, theft, and staying true to yourself, and so much more.