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WFS 416 - Kootenai River Fly Fishing with Dave Blackburn - Montana, Bull Trout, Bluegrass
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
02/28/23 • 86 min
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/416
Presented By: Range Meal Bars, Yellowstone Teton, Trxstle, Stonefly Nets
Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors
Dave Blackburn takes us on a journey through the Kootenai River in Montana. Discover the rich history of Kootenai, learn the secrets of when to fish for the best catch, and explore the various fishing techniques you can use there. Dave also shares some hilarious anecdotes, such as teaching Hollywood star Richard Dreyfuss how to cast on the set of Always.
Find out how you can book a guided trip with him. And don't miss out on the grand finale where Dave delivers a fantastic banjo performance to complete our Kootenai experience.
Kootenai River Show Notes with Dave Blackburn
5:24 - Dave tells the story of how he got into fly fishing. His teacher in the sixth grade taught fly tying classes. He started tying flies at age nine.
6:10 - He went to West Virginia University and participated in a placement program for foresters. He was inspired to work in the Bighorn National Forest after seeing the movie Jeremiah Johnson, which depicted the Rocky Mountains.
6:40 - Dave was a backcountry ranger in the Cloud Peak primitive area and met his wife there. They visited his wife's family in Libby, Montana, where he discovered the Kootenai River.
7:54 - He talks about the first time he went fly fishing for native rainbows in the Kootenai River. He used a Mustad 94833.
10:23 - He describes the Kootenai River. He also talks about the impoundment of Libby Dam in 1974, which created a 90-mile lake and became home to various species of fish, including Kokanee salmon, rainbows, and cutthroats.
13:38 - I ask him about the best months to fish at the Kootenai River. He talks about the flows of the river mimicking a natural hydrograph due to the endangered status of the white sturgeon.
15:18 - He met with the technical management team along with the Fish, Wildlife & Parks and agreed to stop power peaking to prevent the sturgeon from becoming endangered.
16:15 - The green drakes have come back since the power peaking stopped. Green drakes can be seen around the second or third week of July.
17:46 - Dave shares a brief history of Kootenai and what the area is known for. The name Kootenai originated from French trappers to refer to the deer robes that the Kootenay Indians would tan.
19:34 - Libby is home to a historical museum. There is also the Cabinet Mountain Wilderness which is a grizzly bear habitat.
21:15 - He talks about the seasonal progression of hatches on the river. They have this thing they call a happy hour hatch.
22:58 - He discusses the various ways of fishing on the river, including float fishing, walk-wading, swing, and Euro nymphing. Dry fly fishing is the most popular way to fish at Kootenai River.
26:53 - He talks about fish size at Kootenai River. He mentions the 29-pound rainbow caught at the Kootenai River.
30:24 - The films River Wild and The Revenant were shot in Kootenai falls.
30:43 - He met Steven Spielberg when the film Always was shot in the Kootenai National Forest and around Libby in the 1980s. He had an opportunity to teach Richard Dreyfuss how to cast on the set and also had lunch with Holly Hunter and Dreyfuss.
33:03 - He talks about their 30-inch club and the incidental catches on bull trout. The biggest bull trout they’ve ever taken was about 41-inch bull trout, probably about 25 pounds.
35:31 - He discusses native fish management. The Redband rainbows currently do not have Endangered Species Act (ESA) protection, unlike the bull trout and white sturgeon.
38:22 - He talks about fishing trips at Kootenai. He says that a 3-day trip would be ideal when visiting Kootenai. Kootenai is the second largest river in the state.
42:35 - He talks about their lodging at Kootenai Angler and that time when they built their first rental cabin in '92 under $15,000.
43:25 - He shares that time when Meryl Streep wanted to stay in their cabin during their filming of The River Wild.
44:15 - Now they have a total of four cabins and an onsite restaurant that is open to the public.
45:20 - He describes what their busy summer looks like in the cabin and the drift trips they do. The floatable section of the Kootenai with the exception of the falls is 50 miles.
49:03 - Kootenai River is less famous than the Madison River or Big Horn. The traffic is unlike in other areas, and Dave thi...
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WFS 298 - Influential People in the History of Fly Fishing with Jim Schottenham
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
03/08/22 • 71 min
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/298
Presented By: LakeLady Custom Rods, Reyr Gear, Dette Flies, Trxstle
Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors
Jim Schottenham, Curator at the American Museum of Fly Fishing, is here to take us back to the history of fly fishing from 200 AD to this day. We talk about the evolution of fly fishing gear and the people behind these amazing inventions. We learn how Jim classifies these items as classic, vintage, and antique. Find out how the museum acquires their artifacts and how much they have so far in their collection.
Jim is a super fan of fly fishing history. He's put a lot of time and effort into his research so that we can enjoy learning all this information that otherwise would have been forgotten and lost. Today, we're going back in time. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I do.
History of Fly Fishing Show Notes with Jim Schottenham
05:38 - Jim just started working for the American Museum of Fly Fishing as a Curator - click here to learn more about his professional background
08:28 - Jim tells us the history of fly fishing beginning 200 AD
10:16 - The Compleat Angler by Izaak Walton is the 3rd most printed book in the English language - behind the Bible and the works of Shakespeare
13:29 - Jen Ripple was on the podcast at WFS 146 and we talked about women in fly fishing and some history - we noted that book, A Treatise Of Fishing With An Angle (1885)
14:24 - B.F. Meek & Sons No. 44 was the first artifact that was accessioned in the museum
15:57 - There are over 400 books on fly fishing in the AMFF library that date back to the 1400s
16:29 - If you want to learn about the fly fishing history but can't get to the museum, you can visit the American Museum of Fly Fishing website
18:58 - Charles F. Orvis, (1831-1915), the founder of the Orvis Company, invented the Orvis reel - mounted upright, has a narrow spool, and has ventilated side plates - some collectors refer to this as the father of all fly reels
22:31 - George Snyder perfected the multiplying reel
22:42 - The Archimedian Reel by Frederick Skinner influenced the earliest fly reels in the US
24:34 - William Billinghurst, also a well-known gunsmith, received a patent for his side-mount reel also referred to as birdcage reel
33:14 - 1930s Elmer Sellers side-mounted reel - read more here
35:30 - Samuel Phillippe and Charles Murphy were the first creators of bamboo rods. Charles was the first US maker to produce a split bamboo rod. Samuel and his son were producing split rods in 4 strips (1840 - 1870)
36:47 - H.L. Leonard was the first to mass-produce split bamboo rod (1877)
40:35 - Hardy Perfect Reels started in the 1890s and are still in production today
42:40 - Jim mentions some of the first fly shops back in the 1800s - they were usually centered in major cities
43:36 - One of the sought after collector reels today is made by Talbot Reel Co., called Ben Hur
44:30 - Edward Pole has fly shop Philadelphia and they were making hooks (1776)
46:56 - Jim tells us about the history of Dette Flies - started by Walt and Winnie Dette - they were original Catskill fly tiers
48:25 - Lee Wulff invented the fly fishing vest
50:57 - AMFF is putting together an exhibit this year for Lee and Joan Wulff - The Angling Adventure of Lee and Joan Wulff
51:07 - Joan Wulff was on the podcast at WFS 100
54:49 - Jim explains the difference between classic, antique, and vintage
1:07:56 - The Rangeley Museum in Maine has great history resources that we can dig into
History of Fly Fishing Conclusion with Jim Schottenham
Jim and I talked about the history of fly fishing since 200 AD. We talked about the evolution of fly fishing gear and the people behind these inventions. We learned how to classify items if they're classic, vintage, or antique. We found out how many artifacts the museum has right now and how they obtain them.
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/298
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WFS 288 - Tying Dry Flies for Trout with Nick Pionessa
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
02/08/22 • 79 min
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/288
Presented By: Trxstle, Dette Flies, Togens Fly Shop, Fly Fishing Film Tour
Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors
Nick Pionessa, a professional fly tier from New York takes us on a journey today of becoming a full-time production fly tier, tying over 100 dry flies for trout a day. We hear about the story of how he got started fly tying and eventually made a living out of it. Nick walks us through some of the most effective and requested dry fly patterns.
This episode is loaded with a bunch of dry fly tying tips. You're going to want to stop what you're doing and get on your workstation while listening to this.
Discover Nick's Top 5 Dry Fly Patterns! Learn from a pro to become a pro. If you're passionate at fly tying, you're going to love this one!
Dry Flies for Trout Show Notes with Nick Pionessa
04:13 - One of Nick's first fly rods is an Eagle Claw fly rod
04:28 - Nick took a fly tying class in high school with Jim Keech
05:15 - He does a little guiding in the great lakes
06:00 - Rick Kustich used to own a fly shop in Albion Oak Orchard, NY - his partner Bob Morrisey gave Nick his first fly tying order
10:37 - When Nick worked in a fly shop, he tied 100 trout flies a day
18:15 - Tim Flagler was on the podcast at WFS 279 and he shared some great tips on fly tying
20:01 - Nick's flies go as far as Alaska
21:27 - Last year, Nick's most popular fly was the Peacock Emerger
26:26 - Parachute Spinner
31:59 - Nick describes his technique in tying the Peacock Emerger
35:19 - Nick describes the Para-Spinner technique
36:46 - Most of Nick's parachute patterns have poly yarn material for the wing
39:55 - Calf tail is his least favorite material to work with
40:55 - The Disabled Dun Hendrickson
46:47 - If Nick could only have one dry fly, he would choose the Sparkle Dun (Craig Matthews original)
48:52 - One of the dry flies that Nick fished with the most is the Yellow Bodied Stimulator
50:10 - The Thorax by Mike Lawson lost some of the points that its originally known for
55:06 - The big no-nos in fishing the fish that are actively spawning
58:10 - For steelhead, Nick tied and used the Bill Spey a lot
1:01:40 - Collins Hackle in New York is recommended for the second time - Tim Cammisa recommends them too
1:02:30 - Nick gives some tips on tying small dry flies
You have to see what you're doing - have proper magnification, proper visibility, wear glasses if necessary Use proper thread If you're a beginner tier, use half of what you started with as far as the material - try to keep everything as thin as possible Get some good photos of the actual bug that you're trying to make a fly pattern of Be as familiar as you possibly can be with what you're trying to imitate
1:03:30 - For threads, Nick recommends Veevus 16/0
1:06:34 - Nick describes how he does his shanks
Dry Flies for Trout Conclusion with Nick Pionessa
Nick Pionessa, a professional fly tier from New York told us his story of how he became a full-time production fly tier, tying over 100 flies a day - how he got started fly tying and eventually made a living out of it. Nick mentioned some of the most effective and requested dry fly patterns.
We discovered Nick's Top 5 Dry Fly Patterns! Now we feel so much more motivated to get on that vise.
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/288
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WFS 198 - The Wooden Trout Net with Stonefly Nets Ethan Igleheart
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
03/18/21 • 71 min
Show Notes: wetflyswing.com/198
Sponsor: Stonefly Nets: wetflyswing.com/stonefly
Ethan Igleheart shares the background on how he created a wood trout net business at stonefly nets. We find out what the process looks like in producing nets and how the burl makes the nets so unique.
We talk about some of the specific nets Ethan makes and some of the custom nets they make. You'll have a perspective on what goes into making a wood landing net at the end of this episode.
Stonefly Nets is a sponsor for this podcast and you can support this podcast and Stonefly by clicking here: wetflyswing.com/stonefly
Show Notes with Ethan Igleheart
Cold Water Collectibles is a good resource for old rods and gear.
We talk about the burls and why they make the net so unique
The Spalted Maple burrow net
We talk about Tom Morgan Rodsmiths who were on the podcast here and are partnering on a new project with Ethan.
Nov 20 of 2020 on Instagram. Has red mixed in with some other killer colors.
Wet talk about the fish pond rubber netting and the similarities to the Stonefly net.
I noted the electrode video that can be found on Stonefly Nets Intagram page.
Dave Whitlock was on the podcast and Davy Wotton was on the podcast here.
You can find Ethan at StoneflyNets.com
Trout Net Conclusion with Ethan Igleheart
We find out the steps to making a wood trout net and how Ethan Igleheart created a successful fly fishing business in the wooden trout net space. The secret is creating a custom one of a kind fishing net for a premium price.
Ethan has also partnered up with Tom Morgan Rodsmiths who were on this podcast in a past episode. They have a package deal that comes with a Stonefly Net and custom rod.
Stonefly Nets is also a sponsor for the Podcast so please click below to check out some of the products they have going.
Show Notes: wetflyswing.com/198
Sponsor: Stonefly Nets: wetflyswing.com/stonefly
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Coffee Talk Bonus with Anglers Coffee Joe Monaghan and Landon Mayer
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
02/06/22 • 16 min
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WFS 256 - The Probar with Jeff Coleman - River Meals, Healthy Eating
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
10/14/21 • 59 min
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/256
Jeff Coleman, Founder of Probar is here to share the story of how he founded one of the most popular energy bars on the planet. You find why blending is better than baking and why the plant based Probar is super healthy.
You can find guest jeff at Probar.com
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WFS 514 - Wild Ideas Worth Living with Shelby Stanger - Will to Wild, REI Co-op, Outdoor Books
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
10/13/23 • 75 min
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/514
Presented By: Yellowstone Teton Territory, Bearvault, Trxstle, Chota Outdoor Gear
Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors
Join us as we engage in a compelling conversation with our guest, Shelby Stanger, Host of the Podcast, Wild Ideas Worth Living. Shelby shares her unique journey from being an adventure columnist at 19 to creating a podcast that grabbed the attention of REI Co-op. Her passion for storytelling and engaging in in-depth interviews led to a partnership with REI Co-op, which purchased her podcast in 2020. Shelby's love for podcasting isn't just about telling stories; it's about the conversations, the learning, and the opportunity to connect with people.
We also take the opportunity to share some of our own experiences in the podcasting world. Listen as we recount our own journey from being an adventure journalist, to running marketing and PR events for women, consulting with international surfing brands, and then finally launching our own podcast. We talk about the lessons we've learned from others' wild ideas, our own struggles with writing a book, and share our advice for those who are considering going all in on their own wild ideas.
We take a look at the importance of self-love and care, sharing inspiring stories from the podcast, and exploring the world of stand-up paddleboarding. Our conversation goes on to explore the technicalities of podcasting, the significance of engaging listeners with sponsors, and the impact of outdoor outreach. We discuss the changing landscape of media, the power of storytelling, and even our experience with TEDx Talks. We hope you find inspiration, motivation, and perhaps even your own wild idea to pursue.
Episode Chapters with Shelby Stanger on Wild Ideas Worth Living
(0:00:05) - Podcasting and Partnership With REI Shelby started a podcast, which was bought by REI Co-op in 2020, to continue her passion for interviewing people and telling stories.
(0:10:34) - Lessons From the Podcast I share lessons on facing fear, dealing with imposter syndrome, and staying focused while pursuing a wild idea, as well as my journey to writing my book, Will to Wild.
(0:22:59) - Stories of Adventure and Inspiration Self-love, care, strong choices, wild ideas, stories from 91-year-old psychologist, 70-something with heart transplant, 80-something fisherman, and learning from those who have gone before.
(0:32:36) - Stand-Up Paddleboarding Adventures and Stories From journalist to brand promoter, exploring courage, stand-up paddle boarding in Indonesia and Peru, and getting a paddleboard.
(0:36:49) - Podcasting, Research, and Sponsorship Strategy We discuss researching and preparing for conversations, podcasting skills, engaging listeners with sponsors, pitching sponsorships, and providing value.
(0:49:36) - Outdoor Outreach and Podcasting Awards We discuss podcasting, kids' outdoor activities, and award-winning podcasts.
(0:54:43) - Telling the Truth and TEDx Talks TEDx experience, storytelling, media landscape, humor, speaker coaching, and slides discussed.
(0:59:19) - The Power of Adventure and Awe Awe, nature, podcasting, storytelling, and media are discussed to explore how they can bring mindfulness and connection.
(1:07:33) - Exploring Outdoor Adventure and Podcast Growth We discuss alcohol, outdoor brands, surfing, and podcast growth, emphasizing nature without substances.
(1:13:23) - Promoting Your Podcast With Apple Podcasts Networking, Apple Podcasts, newsletters, and continuing the conversation are key to promoting a podcast.
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/514
722 | Fishing for the Snake River Cutthroat with Josh Gallivan - Grand Teton Fly Fishing
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
02/21/25 • 54 min
#722 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/722
Presented By: Grand Teton Fly Fishing
Josh Gallivan, head guide at Grand Teton Fly Fishing, is here to share his expertise on the streams and lakes around the Grand Teton area. He’ll talk about how he started at the Jack Dennis Fly Shop, share some great stories, and dive into his techniques for sight fishing snake river cutthroat and fishing stillwater lakes. Plus, he’ll tell us about an incredible mothership trip that’s not to be missed. About Josh Gallivan
Josh’s fly fishing journey started in high school when he got a job at the Jack Dennis Outdoor Shop in Jackson. While working there, he met fantastic people like Jeff Currier and Scott Sanchez.
He remembers watching the guides come in after their long days on the river, sunburned but happy. That’s when he realized he wanted to be a guide, not just work in the shop. After three years, he switched to guiding, and it’s become his true passion.
Check out our podcast episode with Jack Dennis!
Episode Chapters with Josh Gallivan on Fishing Snake River Cutthroat
Spring fishing kicks off when temperatures hit around 40–45°F. That might not seem warm, but after a long winter, the fish get active. The best action happens from noon to 4 p.m. when the sun warms things up. The challenge is that boat ramps can still be buried under snow.
How Do You Know When the River “Pops”? Look for Blue Winged Olive mayflies starting to hatch. If you see trout rising to sip bugs off the surface, it’s game on. If a spot looks fishy but you don’t see any heads, move on—it’s all about sight fishing. What Fly Should You Use? A size 16 Comparadun with a sparse tie works excellently. Pair it with a 10-foot, 5X leader. The Snake River Cutthroats aren’t too picky, but a soft landing fly helps. Snake River Cutthroat While some tributaries don’t open until April, the Snake River stays open year-round. Fish move out of the smaller streams and into the river in winter. You can still fish here without a boat and catch Snake River Cutthroat. A 20-inch Snake River Cutthroat is considered big because these fish grow slowly due to the long winters and short summers.
In the summer, Jackson Hole gets packed with tourists. It’s exciting but can be a bit crazy with traffic. For guides like Josh, it’s a chance to teach people about the environment and the fragile river ecosystem.
What Makes Snake River Cutthroat Unique? The Snake River cutthroat is one of several native cutthroat species in the West, with others like the Yellowstone and Colorado River cutthroats nearby. What’s unique about this fishery is that you won’t find native trout in many places. Jackson Hole is a lucky area with thriving native cutthroat populations.
For those interested, there’s even a Wyoming Cutt-Slam challenge where you can try to catch all four cutthroat species in the state.
Hosted Trips 26:28—Josh has traveled the world on fishing trips with his clients. Some places he’s been to include Greenland, Cuba, Belize, and Mexico. One of his favorite trips was to Cuba, where the tarpon fishing was incredible.
Josh talks about his time on a mothership during his Cuba trip. The boat was huge, with 10 rooms and three stories. It was super comfortable, and the crew took great care of everyone.
After fishing, they’d get ice-cold towels, rum punch, and delicious appetizers. The best part? The boat was only 5 minutes away from the fishing grounds. They’d relax on the top deck at night, watching tarpon roll in the sunset.
31:09 – Josh has also been to the remote Anaa Atoll near Tahiti, one of his favorite places. The fishing is incredible, with bonefish, giant trevally, snapper, and sharks. But what truly stands out is the culture. The locals treat visitors like family. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/722
WFS 544 - Hunting and Cooking Wild Game and Fish with John Schneider - Food Afield Podcast, Campfire Cooking, Foraging
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
12/22/23 • 78 min
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/544
Presented by: Smitty's Fly Box, Jackson Hole Fly Company, Skwala, Mavrk Fly Fishing
Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors
Join us in this episode featuring the one and only John Schneider, as we venture into the captivating realm of hunting and cooking wild game and fish. From his Food Afield Podcast to his expertise in campfire cooking, John will be sharing invaluable tips and skills that elevate the outdoor experience to new heights.
Whether you're an avid outdoors enthusiast or a curious novice, this episode promises to deliver knowledge that will enrich your outdoor pursuits.
Episode Chapters with John Schneider on Wild Game and Fish
2:50 - We talk about how John got into fly fishing. He was in his early 20s when he met his fishing mentor, Charlie Woodbury.
4:03 - He mentions the people whom he first connected with when he started hunting. He also shares how his love for hunting and cooking started when he was just a kid on a farm north of Edmonton.
His mom wouldn't let him have a gun, so he went to bow instead. That's how he started learning bow hunting.
9:19 - He talks about the hunting culture in Canada and his daily hunting. He hunts and fishes for food.
12:42 - We dig into his podcast entitled Food Afield Podcast. He tells us how this came to be and how it has been going. Aside from hunting, he has been into radio broadcasting since childhood.
16:44 - He talks about how and why he came up with the different series on his website and podcast. These series are geared towards inspiring and educating people.
22:20 - He walks us through how he prepares and cooks wild game and fish. He doesn't like accumulating a lot of gear. He sticks to the basics like his durable pan and grill. He also says that the biggest thing in preparing any wild food is the method of preparation.
31:35 - I ask about how he prepares a whitetail. His favorite method is braising.
36:40 - He doesn't follow recipes in cooking, but he recommends learning how to make different sauces for your meat.
37:45 - He tells us how he makes sausages.
39:38 - He's big into layers. He not only hunts and fishes when he goes out, but also cooks, journals, and takes photos.
41:30 - He sells journals with prompts for people to answer and fill up about hunting and fishing. Check out his journals here.
45:10 - We touch on foraging. His friend Kevin Kossowan has a webseries called From the Wild where one of his focuses is foraging. He also runs foraging clinics and walks in Edmonton.
46:45 - He also recommends watching Les Stroud and Chef Paul Rogalski's series called Wild Harvest.
47:05 - He talks about the other animals he hunts for and eats which include his favorite, Ruffed grouse, Whitetail, and Sandhill crane. He also shares a tip: pre-make your sauces and store them in the freezer.
56:10 - We give a shout-out to one of our avid listeners.
57:02 - We dig into fishing. He regularly targets rocky mountain whitefish.
1:00:38 - He gives some valuable outdoor tips for safety.
1:05:14 - He talks about the knife that he has had for years from North Mountain Knives.
1:07:25 - He shares the podcast topics he likes listening to. He also recommends listening to his episode with Clay Newcomb with the MeatEater crew.
1:12:49 - We dive more into podcasting like my personal favorite episodes in the Wet Fly Swing and the current trend in the industry.
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/544
WFS 567 – Northwest Fly Tyer and Fly Fishing Expo with Bob Elliott – Fly Fishing Show 2024
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
02/14/24 • 56 min
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/567
Presented By: Togiak River Lodge, Northern Rockies Adventures, TroutRoutes
Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors
Bob Elliott, Chair at Northwest Fly Tyer and Fly Fishing Expo, shares his journey from learning on his own to becoming a lead instructor and a respected figure in the fly fishing community. Our chat takes us through the highly awaited fly fishing expo this 2024, a standout event blending tradition and new ideas, unlike any other fishing show. We'll reminisce about our earliest fly fishing memories and shine a spotlight on the Lin Betten Family Fly Fishers Club, which helps turn eager beginners into skilled anglers through community college courses.
Tune in as we explore the mix of competition and friendship fostered by local fly shops and the community, with events like the creative Bugs and Bamboo. We'll also discuss the significant impact of COVID-19 on these gatherings and the excitement surrounding the rise of Tenkara fishing. Sharing personal stories, including our initial doubts turned enjoyment of Tenkara fishing, we'll paint a vivid picture of the diverse fishing culture thriving in the Pacific Northwest.
Wrapping up, we'll give you an inside look at the upcoming fly fishing show, featuring 200 fly tiers and a variety of workshops catering to different interests like Euro nymphing and local fishing expertise. We'll highlight the family-friendly vibe, free entry, and kid-friendly activities, stressing the importance of passing on the love of fishing to the next generation. By spotlighting the contributions of key figures in the Oregon Council and introducing new attractions, we'll extend an invitation to an event sure to enhance the experience for all who join us.
(0:00:05) - Fly Fishing Clubs and Northwest Expo Northwest Fly Tying and Fly Fishing Expo, first memories of fly fishing, self-taught, lead instructor, Lin Betten Family Fly Fishers club, collaboration with certified instructors.
(0:14:22) - Bugs and Bamboo Local fly shops collaborate with community, COVID impact on event attendance, Tenkara fishing
(0:28:52) - Northwest Fly Show and Workshops Exciting fly fishing show with 200 fly tyers, workshops, family-friendly activities, and a social atmosphere with local shops and craft breweries.
(0:43:39) - Event Details and Reasons to Attend Team dynamics, ideal traits, contributions of members, innovative attractions, financial challenges, fundraising, and grants for fly fishing events.
(0:54:50) - Fly Fishing Event and Sponsorship Opportunities New sponsors, community engagement, National FFI Board, unique PNW fly fishing culture, event website for more information.
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/567
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