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Casting Across Fly Fishing

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The Casting Across Fly Fishing Podcast explores the quarry and the culture of fly fishing. Each episode, I"ll discuss some aspect of fly fishing - the people, places, and things that go into the pursuit of fish.

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24:22

Steelhead Primer

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2019/10/18

I'm surprised at how many devoted fly fishers haven't tried catching Great Lakes steelhead. Big fish, manageable rivers, and easy access seem like a perfect combination. Sure, this isn't the Pacific Northwest. But being a half-day's drive from a unique seasonal fishery is something that anglers from Chicago to Boston ought to consider. I present a quick survey on what goes into giving steelhead a shot: gear, technique, and some excellent tips on when to go to maximize your chances. Learn more about

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24:19

Beauty & Chaos in Fly Boxes

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2019/10/11

By the time Fall rolls around, most fly fishers' fly boxes are looking pretty rough. Truth be told, many new anglers also have chaotic and bizarre collections of fly patterns. Although it might not be for everyone, I have a concept that I've tried to implement in how I fill and maintain fly boxes. In this episode of the podcast, I talk about one of my methods for fly storage/usage. I also go above my pay grade and discuss tying and fishing cress bug patterns. Learn more about your ad choices

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23:06

3 Fly Fishing Things I Wish I Knew Then

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2019/10/04

Contrary to popular Hollywood tropes, you can't go back in time. However, others can learn from your mistakes. And hindsight can also help you make better decisions going forward. All of that is true in the big, important parts of life. It is also true in fly fishing. In this episode I talk about three things about fly fishing that I wish I knew when I was younger. More accurately: these are things I knew about when I was younger, but I should have actually done them. Learn more about your ad

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23:29

European Trout-cation

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2019/09/27

I could hear it. It was coming closer. And there I was: alone in the woods, halfway across the world, holding only a fly rod. It wasn't even that great of a rod. 10 years ago I went to Italy. There was culture, cuisine, and an ill-fated fly fishing adventure. Hear me talk about the fish, the fishery, and the fishing guide that made it such a bizarre story. Also, learn how I escaped the aforementioned, tense situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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24:13

Never Confess Your Sins to a Trout

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2019/09/20

What would you say if you were told that you owed every fish you caught an apology? How about that you actually needed to find a fish and atone for your angling? Recently a school held a service where students prayed to plants. What might sound like satire actually has real worldview implications. In this episode I talk out of my weight class and explore some of the implications of seemingly compassionate ecological concepts that, in reality, actually might end up hurting plants, fish, and

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22:31

Reels: Not a Real Big Deal

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2019/09/13

Rod, reel, line. I say no! It shall be rod, line, reel. For most fly fishing scenarios, your reel is the least significant part of your terminal tackle equation. Of course there are some real, legitimate exceptions. But more often than not most trout fishing doesn't necessitate a super-premium reel. You need something to hold line, and you need some basic fish fighting skills. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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19:48

You Are Not a Trout Bum

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2019/09/06

I don’t want to feel like you’re being attacked. I am sure that you are really, really into fly fishing. If you were to tell me everything you know, share your angling expense report, and rattle off where you’ve been I bet I’d be impressed. Seriously. No sarcasm. There is a very good chance that you’re an angling enthusiast or a fly fishing aficionado or a hardcore fisher-person. You’re just not a trout bum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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23:06

Scared of Fishing in the Rain?

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2019/08/30

For some reason, the myth exists that fishing isn't any good in the rain. Maybe we should keep that fallacy going, because getting out on the river in the rain is a great way to get to spots and fish that would otherwise be hard to approach. Whether it is because the rain is keeping away crowds or creating angling opportunities, a few drops might be the catalyst to getting you on the water. I share a few tips, some observations, and my unscientific opinion on why fly fishing in the rain isn't scary

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25:44

Cast Better to Fish Better

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2019/08/23

Want to know how to make a better presentation with your fly? Want to know how to catch more fish? Want to know how to have more fun fly fishing? Learning to be able to cast a fly rod better is part of growing as an angler. It might be about distance, accuracy, or efficiency. Regardless, a little bit of perspective, patience, and practice can go a long way to make your time on the water better. I discuss a few ways to think about fly casting practice in this episode. Learn more about your ad

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23:08

Fly Fishing Accusations IV

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2019/08/16

40 episodes in, and I have a lot of questions, comments, and other feedback to interact with. This podcast I answer a question about fishing while backpacking, sing the praises of old fly rods, and address "Japanese shower climbing." Briefly, but I address it. It is a lot of fun to hear what readers/listeners are thinking when they interact with Casting Across, and these episodes allow me to take previous content to another level of specificity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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23:35

Beyond Dry/Dropper: Creative 2 Fly Rigs

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2019/08/09

If you're not fishing a dry/dropper, you're missing out on an excellent way to maximize your fish-catching potential. But there are other "dropper" rigs that work really well in a variety of scenarios in which a dry fly trailed by a nymph just wouldn't make sense. In this episode I talk about four ways you can utilize two flies to improve your fishing and your catching. How many of these techniques have you tried? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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23:01

What Makes the Good Fly Shops Good?

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2019/08/02

Even today, brick and mortar fly shops are an integral part of fly fishing culture. Beyond supplying rods, reels, flies, and tying materials, they offer angling insight and legitimate community. Although there are many factors that lead to fly shops succeeding or failing, there are certain things that most of the truly good shops have in common. And, in my opinion, the most important facets aren't fishing gear. What do you like in a fly shop? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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24:45

Here's a New Spot for You to Fish

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2019/07/26

When it comes to reading water, the fly fisher who is observant of details will be rewarded. This way of angling doesn’t mean casting your fly to every square inch of the creek. It entails reading the water at a level that goes beyond riffle, run, pool. Slow down. Think and assess. Don't just fishing the holding water that usually has a trout or two. There are plenty of fish that aren't where you usually look. You just need to realize they are there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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23:07

How to Know if You Know How to Fly Fish

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2019/07/19

If you can’t explain it, you don’t really get it. Think of it this way: Can you explain the basic mechanics of a cast? Could you give a quick overview of why the feeding behavior of fish changes with the weather? Why should I buy a medium-action fly rod over a fast one… or vice-versa? You don't need to be an expert to know how to fish or, more importantly, enjoy how to fish. But learning how to communicate fly fishing might be one of the best ways to learn how to fly fish better. Learn more about

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24:16

Pro Deals... What's the Deal?

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2019/07/12

I'll go on record as saying that I think "Pro Deals" and "Pro Staff" are totally fine. But just like anything else in fly fishing (or in the rest of the world), abuse can ruin a good thing. Kirk Deeter's recent Angling Trade piece articulated some of the real problems that exist with this system. It is clear why "Pro Staffers" give this legitimate marketing tactic a bad name, and it makes sense why some are agitated by the whole institution. In this episode I talk about a few different

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22:19

Land, Liberty, & Fly Fishing

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2019/07/05

In this 4th of July(ish) episode I get political. And in the vein of most politicians, I don't say a whole lot. What I do, however, is hopefully get you thinking about a few topics that impact fly fishers and US citizens alike. Public lands and social media censorship have direct implications for those who fish and hunt. Although these issues are often presented as black and white, with one side being the "right side" for outdoors people, there is certainly more nuance than that. Learn more about

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27:24

Throw Your Money at Waders & Boots

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2019/06/28

Waders and wading boots are often afterthoughts in fly fishing gear discussions. But I don't think I'm overstating things when I say that a great rod that gives you another few feet of "castability" isn't going to matter much if your footing is unstable and your back hurts. In this episode of the podcast I discuss a few (potentially controversial) things that you should think about the next time you go out to buy waders and wading boots. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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20:11

Playing 20 Fly Fishing Questions

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2019/06/21

You’ve probably been there before. Lying in bed, the night before a fly fishing excursion. You have thoughts. Questions, actually. You might attempt the counting sheep equivalent of visualizing heavy trout coming to the net. But, for analytical minds like many fly anglers possess, that practice gets one thinking about hypotheticals and other situational what-ifs. So, there you are; awake. With a litany of issues, pertinent and inconsequential, running through your head. Learn more about your ad

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25:40

A Pinch of Salt for the Trout Crowd

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2019/06/14

I'm willing to wager that the bulk of my audience/readership fishes primarily or exclusively in freshwater. That makes sense, because I fish primarily in freshwater. While there are plenty of common elements between the trout stream and the surf, the differences stand out. And they can potentially be daunting if you've never chased fish in the salt. Even if you're going to the shore once or twice a year, having the right gear and a little bit of know-how can yield some great experiences. Learn more

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24:49

Fly Fishing Accusations III

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2019/06/07

As I've done every 10 episodes, I take the time to respond to and interact with your questions, comments, and accusations. There weren't a whole lot of accusations, but that sounds much more provocative. In this podcast, I talk about all of the small stream fly rod recommendations I've received in the past few months. I also comment on some "must have" gear items that readers sent my way. Also, I briefly cover five great gifts to give the fly fisher in your life. Learn more about your ad choices

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