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Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast

The Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast focuses on education and the lifestyle surrounding fly fishing. Hosted by Rob Snowhite, a well-known urban fly fishing guide and fly tier based in Northern Virginia and Washington D.C., this podcast offers a relaxed, non-technical perspective on fly fishing suitable for both beginner and seasoned anglers. Rob"s humor, along with his background in biology and extensive knowledge of nature and fishing, sets this show apart. And indeed, Snowhite is Rob"s actual last

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63:25

Jay Waide | Roanoke On The Fly

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2026/03/13

This episode brings us to Roanoke, Virginia, the Star City Of The South, where shop owner and guide, Jay Waide, tells us.his story. We get to know the history and location of the fly shop, its wide range of customers, and some great nearby fishing spots. Jay talks about everything related to fishing in the southwest corner of Virginia, from blue lining brook trout in little streams to jet boating tailwaters for muskie.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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67:32

Captain Andrew Spangler | Puerto Rico & College On...

Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast ·

2026/03/06

Rob initially encountered Andrew at the Virginia Fly Fishing Festival several years ago. At that time, Andrew was likely in middle school, displaying a remarkable passion for fishing as a young boy. He was precocious and downright fishy. He tied his own flies. Throughout his teenage years, he dedicated his mornings and afternoons to fishing at the Falmouth Flats beneath the Rte. 1 Bridge in Fredericksburg, Virginia, the same spot where Rob learned to fly fish for stripers while going to college up

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65:09

Boyd Waters | Falcore On The Fly

Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast ·

2026/02/27

Rob encountered Boyd Waters at the 2026 Virginia Fly Fishing and Wine Festival. Boyd's 'flies' were unlike anything else at the event. Rob was astonished by the ingenuity with which deer hair was transformed into striking three-dimensional designs resembling characters from Care Bears, Spider Man, and Falcore. It's essential to check out Boyd's social media before you listen to gain a full appreciation of how he uses the same materials as everyone else, but in a unique way. His flies are for sale

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74:50

Schuman Feathers | Premiere Feather Suppliers

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2026/02/18

One day, Rob was browsing Instagram for pictures of lady Amherst feathers when he stumbled upon the Schuman Feathers account. The feathers were absolutely gorgeous, every single one of them, yet none were shown being utilized in fly tying. Rob reached out to ask if the dye would bleed when the feathers became wet, as he planned to use them for tying flies. He was reassured that they were indeed waterproof. Afterward, Rob contacted the company to ask about a podcast—specifically, a podcast about

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21:05

Fly Name And Design As Intellectual Property

Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast ·

2026/02/14

Rob received a message from a fly tier accusing him of appropriating their intellectual property. His Etsy shop features a number of original flies as well as several inspired by others, with appropriate credit given when necessary. The sender of the messages has appeared on Rob’s podcast in the past, indicating they are not unfamiliar with one another. However, the tone of the messages lacked any reference to their prior interactions, making it seem as if they were meeting for the first time. Who

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60:57

Dean Naujoks | Potomac River Keeper & Potomac Sewage...

Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast ·

2026/02/11

Dean Naujoks from the Potomac Riverkeeper Network (PRKN) joins Rob to talk about the recent sewage spill. Hundreds of millions of gallons of untreated sewage have now contaminated the Nation's River. An investigation conducted by the Potomac Riverkeeper Network alongside researchers from the University of Maryland revealed alarming levels of fecal bacteria and harmful pathogens in the Potomac River, raising significant public health alarms and highlighting the dangers associated with outdated sewer

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92:56

Live From The 2026 Virginia Fly Fishing & Wine Festival

Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast ·

2026/02/02

Rob journeys south to the Meadow Event Park located on the state fairgrounds in Doswell, Virginia for the 25th edition of the Virginia Fly Fishing and Wine Festival. There, he encounters both familiar faces and newcomers to chat about where they live and fish, motivations for attending the event, and what they bring to the table. The event was bustling, and Rob couldn't manage to connect with everyone he had hoped to meet.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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79:43

Brian DeLoach | IFF Casting Instructor Says Your Fly...

Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast ·

2026/01/18

Brian Deloach is a Fly Fishers International (IFF) certified casting instructor hailing from Tennessee. Rob initially met Brian when he hired him for a few hours of urban guiding around Washington D.C. After their fishing outing, they returned to Rob’s house and recorded a podcast where Brian shared insights about casting and fishing in his local waters. This time, the episode’s focus is solely on casting. Brian discusses proper techniques and terms used by IFF certified casting instructors, he will

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91:07

2026 | The Year Of The 5 Weight Starts At Mossy Creek

Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast ·

2026/01/05

Rob has proclaimed 2026 as the year of the five weight fly rod. You'll need to wait a bit longer for a comprehensive explanation of his reasoning. In the meantime, tune in as Rob heads back to Mossy Creek to test out his new Hardy Marksman 5 weight setup. He has been preoccupied with thoughts about the restored section of the upper part of the stream and strategies for using weighted streamers. With winter settling in, the once vibrant wildflowers and overgrown banks have withered away, making it

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77:33

Casing Across' Matthew Lourdeau Discusses Fishing Books

Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast ·

2025/12/18

Rob first encountered Matthew Lordeau around twenty-five years ago while they both were employed at the Orvis store in Tysons Corner, Virginia. The store was quite lively during that time, and all the staff tried to fish together whenever they could. Rob doesn’t remember going fishing with Matt. Even though they went their separate ways long ago, they have maintained their connection through meetings at The Fly Fishing Show and interactions online through social media. Since their days at Orvis,

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31:43

2025 End Of Year Review | Fishing, Sandwiches, And...

Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast ·

2025/12/02

Rob reflects on the year spent fishing and enjoying lunch, concluding with a gift guide. The year began with excessive rainfall and wrapped up with a lack of it. There were multiple road trips and his first flight since 2019. Rob takes a look at the sandwiches that powered his adventures. He also provides a concise list of items that have demonstrated their value for inclusion in a gift guide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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62:23

Short Stories From The Salmon River | Swinging In The...

Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast ·

2025/11/26

It’s time for Rob’s yearly journey up north to the Salmon River in New York. The fish he’s aiming to catch are lake-run steelhead and brown trout. For weeks, Rob has been monitoring the low water levels while he meticulously crafted flies to complement his already stocked fly boxes, all with the hope of landing a steelhead for Producer Jason. However, this trip didn’t unfold as anticipated. Overwhelmed by sorrow, Rob finds himself unable to fish. While he was in New York, two people dear to him

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120:48

My Time With Nick Lyons

Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast ·

2025/11/18

Recently, Rob dedicated a fall weekend to traveling to the Catskills to fish and conduct an in-person interview with Nick Lyons. Nick’s works in writing and publishing have played a crucial role in shaping Rob’s lifelong passion for fishing. When Rob launched this podcast in 2010, he was significantly inspired by the writings of both Nick Lyons and John Geirach. Rob has emulated Lyons' authenticity alongside Geirach's "trout bum" way of life as he seeks to educate others about fly fishing and share

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71:08

Catskills Big River Fall Brown Trout Roadtrip

Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast ·

2025/11/05

Rob made a stop in the Catskills to do some fishing on his journey to Woodstock, NY, where he was set to interview Nick Lyons. He left Virginia on a Sunday evening as a Nor’easter began to develop in the Atlantic and reached New York after nightfall, just before the rain started. Finding a place to camp in his car, he started fishing in the rain by mid-morning on Monday. He cast his line from Deposit NY down to Hancock, making a visit to the West Branch Angler along the way. Rob took a quick trip to

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75:15

Miriam Leino | Where Do Fish Go At Night & Fly...

Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast ·

2025/10/28

Rob first encountered Miriam Leino when he dialed the Orvis Outfitter Team number a few weeks back. He was in search of the hooks needed to tie his bacon fly, as his supply was dwindling. Rob enjoys inquiring about the locations of individuals on help lines, so he was taken aback to discover that Miriam resides in eastern Washington state. He found her location somewhat surprising for an Orvis outfitter answering the phone, as most would not be taken aback by this detail, but it piqued Rob's

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81:59

Return To Mossy Creek - Brown Trout, Terrestrials,...

Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast ·

2025/10/15

Rob and Dan embarked on an expedition to Mossy Creek, Virginia. This location is recognized as Virginia’s top spring creek fishing destination, nestled in the Shenandoah Valley just south of Harrisburg, VA. Since Rob has covered this fishery in two prior episodes, the history of the stream is not elaborated upon. On their journey, Rob and Dan stop by the Mossy Creek Fly Shop to chat with Colby. His insights prove to be extremely helpful. Colby shares details about the restoration work that has been

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71:37

South East Maine With Chris Milnes

Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast ·

2025/10/08

Rob encountered Chris on a beach in Maine during low tide in August of this year. After a short conversation on the shore, Chris decided it would be worthwhile to record an entire episode focusing on his fishery. Originally from Massachusetts, Chris now calls southern Maine home. He spent his childhood fishing for stripers the Commonwealth and had to make slight adjustments to fish in the Pine Tree State. Chris discusses his equipment and strategies for catching stripers, the seasonal changes, and

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96:09

Fishing Buddies Part 2

Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast ·

2025/10/01

Fishing buddies part two. Rob recounts stories about those he has fished alongside throughout the years. From Lenny in Florida to Dan at Mossy Creek, this episode is lengthy, yet it doesn't cover all of his fishing partners and their remarkable narratives. Regrettably, there simply isn't enough time to share every tale. Since childhood, Rob has taken friends on exciting adventures across Reston and Frederiksberg, Virginia, to the Florida Keys, and even to Crested Butte, Colorado. His friends have

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78:25

Fishing Buddies Part 1/2

Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast ·

2025/09/17

Episode 1 of Rob's podcast featuring his fishing companions. In this installment, Rob talks about the importance of having a fishing buddy, defines what a fishing buddy is, and shares tips on how and where to find one. You'll listen to anecdotes explaining why Rob has stopped organizing trips, what constitutes a poor fishing buddy, and the qualities you should look for in a fishing buddies. The second part will highlight the individuals and stories about those Rob has fished with over the years and

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80:22

Jerry Kustich | Catching Memories

Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast ·

2025/09/07

You might recognize Jerry’s name. He’s an icon in the world of fly rod crafting, particularly known for his five-sided bamboo rods. Jerry dedicated many years as a skilled artisan working with bamboo while he was in Montana, where he crafted rods during in between hatches. Alongside his brother, he has gained fame as an author. Rob anticipated that Jerry would be a typical trout enthusiast in Montana, but to his surprise, Jerry resides less than two hours north of him in Maryland and specializes in

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