Conservation

Tad Murdock is a fly fisher, guide, and author whose 25-year mission to catch every salmonid species on the fly eventually became his book Trout of the World: A Fly Fisher’s Journey to Catch Every Salmonid Species. What began in Oklahoma City at age 25 turned into a global pursuit that took him from New Mexico and Japan to Russia, Morocco, Turkey, and beyond, chasing some of the rarest and most geographically isolated trout and salmonids on the planet.
In this episode of Anchored, Josh and I talk about his early fascination with water and Jacques Cousteau, his transition into filmmaking, his work with Patagonia, the emotional weight of documentary storytelling, and why he believes powerful films should do more than entertain... they should give people a reason to care and a way to act.
Spencer Siem is a New Mexico–based fly fishing guide known for his deep knowledge of Southwestern waters and his connection to the Feather Thief legacy. Blending technical precision with a reverence for fly-tying history, Spencer approaches guiding as both craft and storytelling.
RA Beattie is a renowned fly-fishing filmmaker, photographer, and storyteller. Founder of Beattie Outdoor Productions, he has spent over two decades capturing the beauty and adventure of fly fishing around the world. His award-winning films blend breathtaking cinematography with compelling narratives, showcasing remote fisheries, interesting people, conservation efforts and more.
In this episode of Anchored, we discuss Meko's role in one of the longest generational legacies in fly-fishing guiding, flats fishing techniques, his latest project, lodge, and more.
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.
It's easy to get lost in pheasant and waterfowl hype, but there's something special about Hungarian partridge and sharp-tailed grouse.
Volunteering can be intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. Here's how you can get started protecting what you love.
There are a bevy of people, media outlets, and organizations that can help new adult hunters get their start.
You've finally decided to try hunting, only to learn the season's over. Time to get your ducks in a row!
Indigenous scholar Spencer Greening offers insight about indigenous hunting roles, practises and management.
Meredith McCord breaks down five misconceptions about chasing world records.