WFS 132 – Alaska Pebble Mine Update with Jenny Weis – Bristol Bay, Trout Unlimitted, Conservation, Salmon

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April 7, 2020

Jenny Weis provides us an update on Pebble Mine project and what you can do this week to help protect almost 60 million salmon in one of the most important habitats in the region.

We find out why this small project could become a much larger project if it’s allowed to move forward. This is a big year and the call to action for you is to reach out to your local and federal representatives to know you oppose this project.

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Alaska Pebble Mine Show Notes

11:24 – Here is the Environmental Impact Statement as released by the Army Corp of Engineers.

12:00 – If the project moves forward past the federal permitting then the State of Alaska will have the next chance to stop the mine.

20:30 – I note the Bristol Bay trip I’ve been looking to put together. We are heading up to Kulik Lodge if we can find 6 people who want to join.

21:05 – Jenny notes the importance of video in their campaigns. Here’s some underwater footage of salmon at Save Bristol Bay.

222:55 – United Tribes of Bristol Bay represent a number of tribes from the region that are affected by this proposed project.

24:00 – The Tribes, commercial fisherman and sport fisherman are all on board to support.

30:00 – We talk about the Hanford Nuclear Plant and what is currently being done. This is the plant the produced the plutonium for the bombs in WWII.

31:10 – Earth Works produced a study that says 93% of these types of mines exceed there water quality standards.

33:30 – Brian Okeefe was on the podcast in episode 78 and talked about the Morish Mouse pattern.

34:25 – Here’s the quote about how Anchorage and how it’s not quite Alaska.

36:50 – Here’s theSave Bristol Bay Take Action Button.

37:20 – PebbleProjectEIS.com includes all of the documents and is pretty technical.

38:10 – FlyOutMedia have made a few fly fishing videos in Bristol Bay.

40:00 – Get your Save Bristol Bay stickers here.

42:10 – You can get your free year subscription to TU by joining the Wet Fly Swing Members Society here.

You can find Jenny Weis here.

Videos Noted in the Show

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Alaska Pebble MIne Conclusion with Jenny Weis

We get an update on the Pebble Mine project and the affects to Bristol Bay and one of the most productive and unique resource in the world. Jenny tells us what you can do today to help save Bristol Bay.

Yucatan Fly Fishing with Brian Oakland – Mexico, La Pescadora, Bonefish, Permit, Tarpon, Snook

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April 2, 2020

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Brian Oakland shares the experience that is fly fishing the Yucatan and La Pescadora in Mexico. Brian is the founder of Got Fishing and takes you to the water today on the podcast. This area of Ascension Bay is known for the opportunity to catch the big 4 – tarpon, permit, bonefish and snook.

We talk about all of the juicy details and adventures that come with putting together an amazing trip like this one to one of the amazing locations on the planet. This lodge is a special place and is obvious when you hear Brian describe the family atmosphere a trip of a lifetime.

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Yucatan Fly Fishing Show Notes

21:00 – Rag head crabs and Spawning Shrimp are the two goto’s for Permit. Also the Snook Deceiver is a great goto pattern to have in the box.

31:15 – I noted the amazing Olympic Peninsula hosted trip we had up in Washington this year and how cool it was to bring together 5 complete strangers and listeners to the podcast. Shoutout to Penny, Will, Carlo, Steve and Sean.

33:15 – Bruce Chard was on in episode 124 and talked about catching giant tarpon. Bruce made the analogy between expert pro athletes and giant tarpon fishing.

36:45 – Here is a video on Ascension bay permit fishing.

38:10 – I noted the Gorge Fly Shop podcast on choosing a fly rod. Travis breaks down the steps to choosing a great fly rod. The Gorge Fly Shop is our local fly shop and if you click through this link and purchase anything this podcast gets a small commission at no extra cost to you.

39:05 – Rent a Rod was on the podcast here and is a great resource if you want to rent a rod for your next trip.

40:00 – I noted wetflyswing.com/yucatan link which takes you to a full summary of the trip and this link https://www.wetflyswing.com/mexico will get you to a sign up page for more info.

You can get more information on Got Fishing here.

Resources Noted in the Show

The Podcast with Jack Mitchell below:

Jack was out host for the Olympic Peninsula trip and describes how to catch steelhead in this episode of the podcast.

Videos Noted in the Show

The Ascension Bay Video:

Yucatan Fly Fishing Conclusion

Brian Oakland from Got Fishing shares the experience of Yucatan and La Pescadora. We hear why the two guide system is killer, what the home cooked meals are like and why you need to contact me and the crews to head south to Mexico.

NW Spey Fishing History with George Cook – Steelhead, Chinook Salmon (WFS 131)

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March 31, 2020

George Cook shares the story and history behind how spey fishing came to be in the northwest. We hear how fishing for kings and the connection to Alaska was a big part of the Alaskabou and the intruder style flies coming to be.

George shares some stories about northern California chinook fishing and around the Pacific Rim. We get into the Deschutes, Oregon Coast and many of the other places and people that have helped defined his career in fly fishing and in hunting.

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Spey Fishing Show Notes with George Cook

07:00 – George notes the Popsicle and a few other flies that he developed as part of his Alaska days.

09:20 – Jimmy Green and Mark Bachman along with Mike Maxwell up in BC were early people involved in the early NW Spey game.

12:20 – We talked about Jim Vincent who founded RIO and the early days of the spey with the Wind Cutter.

17:00 – Ed Ward and the other gang were cutting up lines in the late 1990’s and were the lines to become todays skagit lines.

20:45 – Old Yeller was the first skagit line that shipped into the market.

24:40 – George notes the Temple Dog style flies which were some of the early flies to be used in the NW via spey.

25:10 – The Wind Cutter was the line that opened up spey to many people that couldn’t deal with the previous long belly style lines.

27:45 – Scott O’Donnell was a big part of the evolution of Spey in the NW.

28:40 – The Jim Teeny T300 was the line that revolutionized single handed salmon fishing, and as George put it – the line that took the native americans from bow and arrows to rifles.

32:25 – Sage was the company that created the rod designation such as 7136, etc.

44:30 – We note Rivers of a Lost Coast which was a great movie that told the story in the early days of fly fisherman on the Eel River and other Northern California Rivers. This was traditional fly fishing for chinook and steelhead out of prams with small flies. George tells a story of how he got worked in South America because he was not prepared.

52:50 – George notes his upcoming trip to the Kola Peninsula and why we should do another episode on this topic. I’ll hold George to this one for sure.

62:30 – Dec Hogan’s A Passion for Steelhead and Trey Combs Steelhead Fly Fishing and Flies are two recommended resources that we discuss.

1:03:50 – Skagit Master 2 is the most recommended video on casting and the spey game.

1:06:00 – Tibor Reels, FishPond, Sage, Redington, RIO Products, Rep Your Water and SITKA Gear are all companies George Represents in hunting and fishing.

You can find George here at State of Spey on Instagram.

Spey Fishing Resources Noted in the Show

A passion for Steelhead by Dec Hogan

Spey Fishing Videos Noted in the Show

Rivers of a Lost Coast

Spey Fishing Conclusion with George Cook

George Cook breaks down fly fishing for chinook and for steelhead as well as the history of NW spey. Lot’s of good history and perspective from a guy who has been doing it for quite some time.

Salmon Fly Fishing with Bryce Rushbrook – Bristol Bay, Coho Salmon (WFS 130)

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March 26, 2020

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We get some background on Kulik Lodge and Fly Fishing for coho salmon with Bryce Rushbrook. Bryce tells us what you can do to prepare for a big Alaska trip with a focus on Bristol Bay.

We find out how Bryce became a Sweetwater success story and now has a strong guiding background. Kyle provides some tips for your first trip to Alaska and how to make the most of your journey.

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Show Notes for Salmon Fly Fishing

03:23 – Steve Wilson was on the podcast in episode 105 to talk about the Sweetwater Guide School and how he came to become an Alaskan guide.

09:30 – Wet talked about the Kulik Lodge experience and what it feels like when you first get there.

13:00 – Kyle Shea was on the podcast in episode 92 where we talked about Deneki and his background writing over 1000 blog posts around fly fishing.

39:25 – Here’s the survey on your top place to go.

40:00 – I note Deneki and the Alaska podcasts we’ve had as the best resources for fly fishing there. Here are a few Alaska episodes we have had on to date.

42:15 – Here’s the Bristol Bay podcast with TU. Here’s a link where you can sign up and help protect Bristol Bay.

43:35 – Eleven Experience is an example we talk about that covers an all around experience travel vacations and not just fishing.

45:25 – Klaus Frimor was on the podcast here and talked about Scandi and how is misunderstood in the US. Klaus designs Loop Rods.

48:00 – Davy Wotton was on the podcast here and covered the White River which is a big destination for the lower 48 states.

You can find Bryce here. fishonfly56 on Instagram.

Salmon Fly Fishing Videos Noted in the Show

Kulik Lodge Alasaka

Brooks River salmon

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Salmon Fly Fishing Conclusion

Bryce Rushbrook breaks down the Alaskan Lodge experience and provides some tips on fly fishing Alaska with a focus on coho salmon. Bryce takes us down a season in the life of an Alaskan Fly Fishing Guide.

Carp Fly Fishing and Flies with Paul Beel from Frankefly (WFS 129)

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March 24, 2020

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I sat down with Paul Beel from Frankenfly to hear how he built an amazing fly tying resource online and what’s next for the other mad scientist. Flymphs, Rainy’s, Dan Frazier and the carp stalker are all on tap today.

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Carp Fly Fishing Show Notes with Paul Beel from Frankenfly

06:50 – The Ergo All Purpose bobbin from Loon Outdoors.

08:50 – Rainy’s Flies and Dette Flies are two companies that Paul works with and covers social media for them now.

10:20 – Wayne Sampson was interviewed on Frankenfly and was a decibel of Chris Helm.

13:00 – Dan Frazier and Jay Zimmerman have two great carp books on fly design. Paul notes that you have to have a hook that rides up.

15:40 – Carp Stalker 1 on instagram is a great resource for Carp fishing.

19:50 – Dave Hughes has a book on Flymphs and the Flymph Forum are two resources out there.

21:30 – Michigan Dry Flies is another little niche in fly fishing.

23:20 – I need to contact Joe Fox who is a classic catskill tyer and a guy we need to get on the podcast. Here is a great video on Joe Fox and the history and tradition that was passed down to him.

32:00 – The Bearded Wonder is an original pattern from Paul.

33:20 – We talk about Mike Schmidt and how he was a mentor for Paul. Here’s a video on Mike Schmidt’s background.

35:43 – Monster Dub is one of the most popular dubbing materials on the site.

42:50 – The Bluegill belly bean is quickly becoming the all around goto pattern for multi species.

48:30 – HMH TRV and HMH Standard are Paul’s goto vices. Deneki reviews the Standard HMH vice here.

49:10 – Deer Creek is making a custom scissor for Frankenfly.

54:00 – WestFly.com closed up shot this last year. Here’s a podcast with Scott Richmond who was behind West Fly. Funny thing, someone already purchased the URL WestFly.com and selling flies. Happens quick right?

59:45 – The Fiberglass Manifesto and Brian Wise on Youtube are two great resources Paul follows. Brian’s channel is all about music. I think I need to get him on the podcast to here the story.

You can Find Paul at FrankenFly

Videos Noted in the Show

Here’s a video on Mike Schmidt’s background.

Joe Fox and a little history

Here’s Brian Wise’ Channel with Music baby!

Carp Fly Fishing Conclusion with Paul Beel

Paul Beel from Frankenfly breaks out his story and some tips for Carp fly fishing and fly tying. We hear about some of the signature flies that Paul produces and the history of many great patterns he has covered over the years.

Fly Fishing Founders – Monetizing Your Business with Tom Ski – Fly Tying Travel, Trail of Highways, Snowbee, Outdoors Online

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March 23, 2020

I sat down with Tom Ski who has become a good online friend of mine and who talks about a life outdoors in fly fishing and now as an online free lancer for a number of companies including Yamaha.

Find out about his plan to hike the Pacific Crest Trail while do fly tying videos on the road. We dig into the business side of the outdoors and get into some tips and tricks about monetizing an outdoor business.

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Show Notes with Tom Ski

04:40 – Yamaha and Tide Water Boats are two companies that Tom helps to promote through his online work.

14:30 – Klymit Gear was noted here as a company that Tom really loves in the camping space.

21:00 – Here is the blog post from Kevin Kelly that talks about your 1000 true fans.

24:30 – Guerrilla Marketing talks about how to do it as a solopreneur.

29:40 – We talked about Fin Cognito and the Giveaway. Now you can find their stuff at Cognito Brands here.

35:20 – The Hydro Phobic Flex Shield shirt from Cognito Brand.

39:00 – We talk about Snowbee here and some of the great products they have going.

42:20 – The Thistle Down fly line which can be used on multiple weight rods.

47:40 – The Nevellas Jackets are the goto for puffy jackets

You can find Tom at Trail of Highways.

Resources Noted in the Show

The Snowbee Nevalis Down Jacket

Guerrilla Marketing by Jay Levinson

Videos Noted in the Show

How to Gain 1000 True Fans from Kevin Kelly

Conclusion with Tom Ski

If you want to nerd out on outdoor gear and hear how you can grow you business then you’ll enjoy this podcast. Tom has made a life in the outdoor business and talks about how he has done it all. Please go to WetFlySwing.com/online to help launch the new podcast!

Klaus Frimor on Loop Fly Lines, Scandi Style Fishing, Underhand Spey Casting (WFS 127)

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March 17, 2020

Klaus Frimor shares a great perspective on scandi lines and casting (aka underhand casting). Klaus tells his story about growing up in Denmark and how his connection with Loop came to be. He breaks out the exact line and setup you need to get started with scandi casting.

Klaus is the main rod designer for single and two handed rods for Loop. Klaus shares his perspective on how and why spey casting and spey lines are different if Europe vs the US.

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Show Notes on Loop Fly Lines with Klaus Frimor

04:20 – I noted Martin with the Global Fly Fisher who was on the podcast in episode 99.

08:00 – Klaus talks about running into Göran Anderson who founded Loop.

09:00 – Underhand casting described by Göran Anderson as described further here.

13:30 – We talk about the Line Speed Jedi aka Tim Rawlins. Tim was on the podcast in episode 27 and wanted to ask Klaus about the limits of underhand casting.

34:30 – I noted the Mariusz Wroblewski episode where we talked about skagit rods for winter steelhead.

35:30 – Guideline is the other big company out of the UK that is leading the way in fly fishing around Europe.

43:00 – We talked about the RIO Slick Shooter Running line.

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43:23 – Klaus noted Zack Williams and the excellence to spey casting. Here’s a video of Zack breaking out some good stuff.

46:20 – Here’s a link to Klaus’ video and crash course in scandi casting.

47:00 – I last saw Klaus at the Sandy Spey Clave.

48:10 – Simon Gawesworth was on the podcast in episode 9.

1:02:12 – Klaus noted that he thinks the Airflo Poly Leaders are the devil himself.

1:02:30 – Here’s Simon on the Bloody L.

1:09:12 – The GDC Lines from Loop cover the scandi lines.

1:14:20 – The Green Butt Skunk and the Blue Charm are good flies for A. Salmon and steelhead.

1:23:00 – The Loop Speed Runner is the goto steelhead real for Klaus.

You can find Klaus here at Loop.

Videos Noted in the Show

Klaus Frimor Scandi Casting

Zack Williams on Spey Cast Angle

Conclusion with Klaus Frimor

We talk about how scandi casting came to be and why it’s not just about a line. It’s about a completely new way of thinking. Klaus Frimor describes where people are missing on the exact meaning of underhand casting.

And if you’re interested in the right spey rod for steelhead, Click here to see the Echo Spey Rod that has helped me drastically improve my spey cast and find more steelhead at a super reasonable cost (You also get a free spey line if you pickup the Echo Spey). By the way, the link above is an affiliate link, which means I earn a commission if you do end up purchasing through that link. It’s at no extra cost to you, and please if you have any questions related to this product, please let me know and I’d be happy to answer them for you.

Fly Fishing Founders – Sage Brush Dry with John Peterka – Dry Bags, Kake Alaska, Basketball

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March 12, 2020

We hear the story of how John Peterka came to own Sage Brush Dry, a great company out of Kake Alaska producing dry bags for hunting and fishing. Find out how part of the deal when buying the company was for John to become a fly fisher.

John describes their process of using radio frequency welding which creates a thermal and air tight bond. They can get more curve because they are using hot air welding via a double bond. A lot of terminology but bottom line is they produce a killer water proof bag.

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Show Notes with Sage Brush Dry

13:20 – Ti Zip is the company John uses for their bomber waterproof zippers.

17:30 – The hip and deck pack is the perfect bag for fly fishing. The day tripper is also a great fly fishing bag that includes fly rod tube holders.

21:00 – John talks about the Ttlingit Tribe that is in the Kake area. Find out how basketball helped John break the ice with the Ttlingit community.

30:40 – Mariusz Wroblewski was on the podcast here and described his experience in Kamchatku.

32:00 – We talked about the fly fishing giveaway and how Sage Brush Dry is part of the Pyramid Lake Giveaway.

37:00 – John has some new kayak bags and custom labels that are new this year. So if you want to get your logo on a dry bag give John a call.

38:10 – Grundens and XTRA TUF’s are hist goto gear for Alaska. I agree and love both of these companies products.

You can reach John at Sage Brush Dry.

Resources Noted in the Show

Here’s a Google Map of Kake Alaska

Conclusion with John Peterka

John Peterka shares his story how he came to purchase and run Sage Brush Dry. Find out what Sage Brush is all about and some of the great bags they offer for fishing and hunting. If you appreciate quality in an american made product then Sage Brush is a company you should support.

And if you’re interested in the right spey rod for steelhead, Click here to see the Echo Spey Rod that has helped me drastically improve my spey cast and find more steelhead at a super reasonable cost (You also get a free spey line if you pickup the Echo Spey). By the way, the link above is an affiliate link, which means I earn a commission if you do end up purchasing through that link. It’s at no extra cost to you, and please if you have any questions related to this product, please let me know and I’d be happy to answer them for you.

WFS 125 – Basic Fly Tying with Charlie Craven – Charlies Fly Box, Fly Tying Class, Tiny Flies, Brassie

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March 10, 2020

Charlie Craven from Charlie’s Fly Box breaks down a new perspective on tying flies for a living and a lifetime. He describes what it takes to make an original pattern and what it means to become a signature fly tyer.

We also here about his fly tying class and the book he wrote that many consider the ultimate guide for beginner fly tyers. Find out which is the number 1 selling pattern in the box an what he always has handy heading out on the river.

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Show Notes with Charlie Craven

06:10 – Rocky Mountain Anglers was one of the main fly shops that helped Charlie understand the process of running a fly shop.

07:20 – I noted the Bruce Chard episode and the hotspot that Denver Colorado is in North America.

09:20 – Charlie is a signature tyer with Umpqua. Charlie clarifies how the royalties work in the business.

10:00 – Rainey Riding was on the podcast in episode 114 and talked about patents and trademarking.

10:40 – Craven’s Two Bit Hooker is a trademarked fly pattern.

17:20 – We talk about the RS2 pattern and how little material is needed for a small fly.

19:50 – The Dyna King Pro vice is the same vice that he has used for over 20 years.

20:20 – I noted the Pat Cohen episode from RU Superly.

23:50 – Tiemco is Charlie’s favorite hook and the 100SP-BL is the hook he uses for a brassie.

26:45 – Charlie Craven’s Basic Fly Tying Book is a killer resource.

30:45 – The parachute adams is their number 1 seller.

34:20 – We talked about the Humpy and how it was the first and favorite pattern for Charlie. He wouldn’t go fish without a humpy. Here’s a video for the humpy.

37:14 – The missing link comes up again. This is one of Mike Mercer’s great pattern. You can listen to the podcast with Mike Mercer here.

39:20 – We talk about the Mole Fly and new versions that are out there now.

43:10 – The new cdc multi clamp tool that has been going like hotcakes at the fly shop.

49:10 – Nature’s Spirit has the best deer hair. Hareline, Wapsi and other big suppliers are where Charlie gets most of his tying products.

51:20 – Here’s the Kelly Galloup Podcast where we talked about the porn name flies including the Two Bit Hooker.

53:30 – The Morning Wood Special is another great name for a fly.

57:05 – We talk about the Norm Woods Special who was a longtime guide on the Deschutes.

57:40 – Jack Dennis and Jack’s book were influences for Charlie. Here’s a quick Jack Dennis video.

I talked with one of my biggest influences, Gene Shropshire in episode 165. Gene was the person who showed me how to tie a good dry fly as well as the guitar!

1:04:50 – Nikon D70 and a 40 mm macro lens are the gear Charlie uses to put together his great pics on Instagram.

1:08:05 – Keep an eye out for the Tying Streamers: Essential Flies and Techniques for the Top Patterns which has been the big project for Charlie.

You can find Charlie at Charlie’s Fly Box Inc.

Top 10 Fly Tying Tips

Make every wrap count and see how little dubbing you can get away with on a fly.
If you are into fly fishing then buy the best vice you can at the start.
Vice, Scissors, Bobbin and Whip finisher are basic tools
If spinning hair, use a much bigger clump of hair than you think.
use 1/2 the dubbing you think is needed.
Make every wrap count – no extra wraps
Wrap tight so the hook begins to bend
Don’t leave without a humpy or parachute adams
For the humpy – Build the wings first on the pattern.
Use the correct thread for the job

Resources Noted in the Show

Charlie Craven’s Basic Fly Tying Book

The Nikon D70

Tying Streamers: Essential Flies and Techniques for the Top Patterns

Videos Noted in the Show

The parachute adam video

The Mole Fly

Podcasts Noted in this Episode

Bruce Chard Podcast:

Mike Mercer Podcast:

Kelly Galloup Podcast:

Conclusion with Charlie Craven

Charlie Craven breaks out some killer fly tying tips with a focus on those getting started. Find out how he chooses good materials and how to know what junk deer hair looks like. Charlie’s been doing this for a long time so hope you enjoy the resource if you are new to it all.

Giant Tarpon Fly Fishing Success with Bruce Chard (WFS 124)

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March 3, 2020

Bruce Chard breaks down Giant Tarpon Fly Fishing today on the podcast. Bruce is a longtime guide out in the Florida area and shares his best tips and tricks to bring in the massive tarpon monsters.

To be honest, we didn’t even come close to covering it all but did go a little deep on some juicy topics. Bruce goes deep into how you present the fly for tarpon, the tarpon toad and whether you can DIY your way to tarpon. Baby tarpon might be your best chance to DIY a few tarpon to the fly.

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Tarpon Fly Fishing Show Notes with Bruce Chard

06:30 – I gave a shoutout to Justin at CBFlyFishing on Instagram who had a few questions about guiding and making a business out of it all.

07:00 – Bruce’s best tip to be a guide is to go to the IFTD show and meet everyone.

10:20 – We talked about ICAST and the Florida Fly Fishing show. Bruce notes that Denver is a great hub for the IFTD show and why everyone loves to go more to Denver than to Florida.

11:30 – Rick Saez was on the podcast from the Outdoor Biz Podcast here and noted the connection of fly fishing to the broader outdoor niche.

13:40 – Jim Teeny was on the podcast way back in episode 5 and said Tarpon was the one species he would for.

55:50 – I noted Lebron James and we talked about the similarities to Tarpon fishing. Here’s a quick video for Lebron’s highlights.

59:10 – The G Loomis NRX rod for tarpon is huge and what Bruce recommneds. Goto the local shows and test out the rod first.

59:40 – The Airflo Bruce Chard Tropical Punch line along with Hatch Reels are what Bruce uses for tarpon.

1:08:20- We talk about the tarpon toad and the Palolo Worm Fly plus a few others tips are noted here.

1:11:30 – Here is a video where Bruce describes the leader formula.

Here’s the blog post where Bruce breaks it all down at Hatch.

You can find Bruce here BruceChard.com

Tarpon Fly Fishing Resources Noted in the Show

Airflo Bruce Chard Tropical Punch line

G Loomis NRX

Tarpon Fly Fishing Videos from the Show

Bruce shares his leader formula

The Tarpon Toad Fly Tying Tutorial

The Lebron James Highlight Reel

Tarpon Fly Fishing Conclusion with Bruce Chard

Bruce Chard shares some great tips for tarpon with a focus on giant tarpon. Snook Alley, how to find aggressive tarpon, and how to reel in a tarpon or a few of the hot topics we cover today on the podcast.

Find out why you shouldn’t use the tarpon as a target and how you can entice the fish and understand where and when the fish is going to hit. I could have gone 3 hours on this one so I guess we’ll need a little time on the water to clarify more.

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Alaska Pebble Mine Show Notes

Videos Noted in the Show

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Alaska Pebble MIne Conclusion with Jenny Weis

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Yucatan Fly Fishing Show Notes

Resources Noted in the Show

Videos Noted in the Show

Yucatan Fly Fishing Conclusion

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Spey Fishing Show Notes with George Cook

Spey Fishing Resources Noted in the Show

Spey Fishing Videos Noted in the Show

Spey Fishing Conclusion with George Cook

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Show Notes for Salmon Fly Fishing

Salmon Fly Fishing Videos Noted in the Show

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Salmon Fly Fishing Conclusion

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