Fly Fishing
In classic fly tying, the materials you choose can make or break your patterns. Quality hooks, feathers, threads, and dubbing aren’t just about aesthetics; they directly affect the durability and functionality of your flies.
As the owner of Vancouver's iconic Ruddick's Fly Shop, Kathy has been a cornerstone of the fly-fishing community, combining her passion for the sport with her expertise in teaching fly fishing and casting. In this episode of Anchored, we take a closer look at how Kathy got into fly fishing, and I finally get to pick her brain after decades of curiosity about this amazing woman.
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.
Whether you're fishing with a dry fly, nymph, or hopper-dropper rig, if your fly moves unnaturally, it’s a red flag to the fish. Today, we’ll break down the essentials of achieving a drag-free drift to improve your success on the water.
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.
Permit fishing is often regarded as one of the most challenging types of fly fishing, and for good reason. Using insights from expert guide Wil Flack, we’ll discuss what makes permit fishing so intense and rewarding.
In this episode of Anchored, we discuss Dayle’s background and teaching philosophy. We cover his journey from aspiring historian to fly fishing guide, his involvement in various physical activities, and his emphasis on perseverance and positivity in teaching.
In this episode of Anchored, we discuss the ins and outs of podcasting, what drives Dave’s passion to release three episodes a week, how he finds his guests, and so much more!
How Rick turned from medical student to full-time fishing guide, his exciting discovery of steelhead in lesser known streams, our upcoming trip at his lodge in Wrangell, AK, and more!
In the second part of this two-part episode, we pick up where we left off and also explore conversation around hatcheries and TU’s thoughts on climate change.
In this episode of Anchored, we discuss the history of Trout Unlimited, the issue of abandoned mines and hydropower in the US, as well as how TU navigates the issue of introduced fish.
Have you ever thought about what drives the feeding frenzy of trout beneath the still surface of your favorite lake? Look no further than the chironomid, an insect often mistaken for a mosquito but far more crucial in the aquatic food web...
