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Brian Silvey is a legendary Oregon guide and fly designer who has spent more than thirty years on the Deschutes, Sandy, and Clackamas Rivers. Known for his innovative patterns, he’s guided generations of anglers while sharing a lifetime of knowledge about the rivers, fish, and techniques that define Northwest fly fishing. In this episode of Anchored, he joins me to do just that.
When Tim Arsenault first picked up a fly rod as a teenager, he had no idea where it would lead. From fishing local rivers in South Surrey to falling headfirst into the world of steelhead and spey casting, his journey has been anything but ordinary. Today, Tim is the driving force behind Bridge Fly Lines, a company that started with curiosity, competition, and a lot of trial and error.
Nick Lyons is a renowned fly fisher, author, and publisher whose influence has shaped the landscape of modern angling literature. A former professor of English at Hunter College, Lyons left academia to pursue his passion for writing and publishing, founding Lyons Press—a company that became one of the most respected publishers of outdoor and sporting books.
When learning to Spey cast, many anglers focus on the cast itself, but the way you grip the rod and position your body can make or break your success on the water. Your grip and stance are the foundation of every good Spey cast, and getting them right will help you cast more comfortably, more accurately, and with far less effort.
When it comes to fishing big water with two anglers in the boat, getting your presentation right is only half the battle. The other half is boat control. Without it, you’ll waste casts, fight the wind, and unintentionally favor one angler over the other.
Recently, expert angler and author Phil Rowley sat down with us to share why trout remain his favorite species to fish, and why they continue to hold such a special place in the fly fishing world.
Eduardo Esquenazi is the founder of Terns, a company dedicated to merging outdoor adventure with sustainable innovation. In this episode, we dive into biology and explore a topic often overlooked—the importance of self-care for anglers in the outdoors. As it turns out, the solution may have been right under our rod tip all along…
When it comes to fly fishing, picking the right fly can feel like a guessing game, especially when you're faced with so many options. But if you want to improve your chances of hooking that elusive fish, fly selection is where it all begins.
Are you tired of struggling to find the perfect matching pair of feathers for your fly wings? Searching through your hackle cape can be frustrating, but there’s a better way. The Wonder Wing technique simplifies this process, allowing you to create precise, balanced wings with just one feather.
In today’s article, we're tapping into the expertise of Kevin Feenstra to bring you a guide that breaks down the different types of baitfish and shows you how to match your streamers effectively.
If you're thinking about getting into fly fishing, having the right gear can make all the difference. Today, we're tapping into the expertise of Gill Steele, who grew up immersed in the fishing world and has turned that passion into a lifelong pursuit.