New Mexico

James Garrettson of About Trout takes us deep into the San Juan tailwater—well beyond the Instagram version—to show what really makes this river a world-class streamer fishery. He breaks down how big trout behave in frog water, why depth and stalls matter more than speed, and how his team consistently targets fish over 30 inches. James shares the story behind a true San Juan giant, talks streamer setups, flow windows, guide etiquette, and why he spends every free day exploring the same river he’s guided for a decade. If you’ve ever wondered how to fish deep, slow, technical water for outsized browns, this episode is the blueprint.

Today we’re hanging out with Norman Maktima: world champ fly angler, guide, and all-around fishy guy. Norman grew up in Pueblo tradition, fished his...

Would you rather compete at the World Fly Fishing Championships or spend a season guiding on the San Juan River? Today’s guest made that leap...

In this episode, we’re joined by Gary Davis, the founder of San Juan Rodworks. Gary shares his unique journey from the golf course to...

Did you know the Feather Thief story actually connects back to today's guest? Spencer Seim is a New Mexico fly fishing guide and classic fly...