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This summer, we’re bringing back a favorite from the archive—originally released as episode 279, this conversation with Norman Maktima is packed with stillwater insights. Norman, a Team USA fly fishing competitor and guide at High Desert Angler, shared a deep dive into stillwater strategies—from euro-nymphing tactics to lake structure, fly line selection, and subtle boat positioning tips. Whether you're working leeches, chironomids, or just trying to improve your game, Norman brings the technical know-how with a grounded, fishy vibe. We also hear about his Native American heritage and what it was like going from youth team standout to the world competition stage. If you're into stillwaters or want to sharpen your nymph game, this one is worth a second listen.

Episode Show Notes We chat with John Hunt of Moccasin Fly Club to talk about some top travel tips for DIY fly fishing, from organizing...

BoneFishing in Hawaii might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of saltwater adventures, but for Marine veteran Mike...

Tim Huckaby, Microsoft executive and guru on AI, is going to walk us through the Sierra Nevadas, what he does there for guiding, he's going to take us into San Diego, all the diversity of species down there, and all the interests that create this amazing life he has going. You'll find out what big species you can find in the bays of California and why the Hoi kayak is a must-have if you're heading down there. You're also going to get a few tips on fishing the Golden Trout wilderness, and what you can do if you're planning a trip down in that area. He knows it very well. Plus, we're going to find out what good AI and what bad AI looks like in the outdoors, coming from the man who's creating it. A very interesting conversation.

Stillwater Fishing can feel like a mystery if you're not sure where to start. Should you go with a balanced leech or a chironomid?...

Jack Arnot, Team USA angler and dry fly competition tactician, is here to break down what it really takes to fish on the surface...

In today’s episode of In the Bucket podcast, we’re joined by George Cook, Dec Hogan, Scott O’Donnell, and Joseph Rossano—four deeply respected voices in the world of spey fishing, fly culture, and steelhead conservation. With decades of experience guiding, designing flies, telling stories, and fighting for fish, this crew brings insight and emotion to every swing of the conversation.

In this episode, we're joined by Josh Nugent from Out Fly Fishing to talk all about fly fishing the Bow River. Josh shares what...

Brian Wise, streamer, fanatic fly tyer, and the guy behind fly fishing the Ozarks, joins us today to share some of his hard-earned lessons that he's picked up from guiding and fishing Missouri's famed tr water. You'll find out why weightless streamers might be your new best friend. How Slack kills a good presentation and what fly design really matters when chasing big Browns. Plus, Brian's gonna walk us through the rules of streamer fishing. Spoiler alert, there's only one. And why the 10-pound trout can still live and hang out in 10 inches of water. We're heading to the Ozarks with Brian Wise of Fly Fishing The Ozarks.

We’re back with John Hunt from Moccasin Fly Club, and this time he’s giving us the ultimate fly fishing and hunting roadmap for Colorado...