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The Sports Initiative Podcast211 - Mark Hopley - Coaching chaos in preparation for first team rugby.1:20I - nsights on Youth Development in SportsMark shares his fondest childhood sporting memories, emphasizing the importance of friendships formed in local clubs. He discusses his childhood sporting idols and reflects on impactful moments in his coaching career, particularly when helping young individuals turn their lives around through rugby. Michael adds that the support from coaches can significantly influence a young person's life.9:54 -Coaching Philosophy and Development in RugbyMark Hopley shared insights on coaching youth rugby, highlighting the need for a high-paced and skillful approach that embraces mistakes as part...2025-07-181h 11
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast278 Erin Flaherty, Midlife Outdoorsing and Fly Fishing #ejfoutsideToday we visit with Erin Flaherty from Edmonton AB. Erin is passionate about all things outdoors. She is a freelance writer and is constantly "midlife outdoorsing." Fishing, camping, paddling with family and friends and writing about her experience. You will find her at #ejfoutside We talk tying, perfect days on the river and the passion for all things fly fishing and outdoors. Thanks Erin for sharing your story.2025-01-1932 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast277 R A Beattie, IF4 film, Silent Spotter, F3T film, The Hard WayToday we dive head first into film season. We sit down with acclaimed director R A Beattie as he joins the show from Bend, Oregon. Off the Grid Studios latest films featuring Silent Spotter which is centered on Tommy Batun in Xcalak, Mexico and his passion for guiding for permit. Tommy's story is one of resilience and the power of seeing the world differently.
R A takes us on an epic journey, fly fishing for Permit with an unforgettable team.
The second film is called The Hard Way, which tells the story of Matt Mendes. It covers Matt's story from...2025-01-081h 13
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast276 Sarah Nellis, Gaspe Coastal, Atlantic Salmon, Striped Bass, Sea-run Brook TroutThis time around we head to the Gaspe Peninsula in Quebec to chat with Sarah Nellis, Lodge Manager at Gaspe Coastal. Sarah along with Andrew Murphy and Kyle Schaefer have started a lodge at the Nadeau House on the Cascapedia River. They offer some incredible trips for Atlantic Salmon, Striped Bass and Sea-run Brook Trout. We learn all about the fly fishing in the area and do a deep dive into Sara's Fly Fishing story. She competed for Canada in the World Fly Fishing Championships in 2023. In this episode we talk influences, patterns, inspiration and perfect days on the water...2024-12-2242 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast275 Jameson Hawn, Riverbend Woodworks, Catch-2-Carve and much moreToday we had the pleasure of chatting with Jameson Hawn owner/artist of Riverbend Woodworks from Port Townsend WA. We cover a lot of ground on this one, his Catch-2-Carve Series, building a Port Ludlow Pram, Tiny boat build, Wooden Landing nets and much more. Jameson is an avid fly fisher and outdoorsman. He has an entertaining YouTube channel, on fly fishing adventures, how to videos on replica fish carving, boat builds and modifications. Thanks for sharing your story with our listeners!2024-12-1255 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast274 Steve Hopia, Bite My FlyzToday on the podcast we head to Pitt Meadows BC to chat with Steve Hopia. We talk day jobs and custom tied flies. Steve has Bite My Flyz. We talk about his passion for fly fishing and tying, his favorite chironomid hooks, 363BL, sports, music, dream days on the water and much more. Thanks Steve for sharing your fly fishing story with us.2024-09-1751 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast273 Fly-Fishing with Leonardo da Vinci, David LadensohnToday we have a sit down with author David Ladensohn. David spends his time between New Mexico and San Antonio Texas. He has spent the last five years researching his new book Fly-Fishing with Leonardo da Vinci. Combining his admiration for da Vinci's water dynamics expertise, demonstrating that he would have made an ideal fly-fishing guide. The book includes many of Leonardo's water drawings, some published in color for a general audience for the first time.
David had a career as an international banker, manufacturing CEO, mediator, corporate board chairman and water rights investment manager. Thanks David for sharing your...2024-09-081h 04
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast272 Matthew Auger, Fly Fishing Journey @redbeardflyfishingToday we sit down with Matt Auger, of Kamloops BC. Matt is an avid fly fisher and fly tyer who works at Casting Loops Fly and Tackle. We talk about his fly fishing journey, from East Coast to West Coast. Brookies, Bulls and Bows, dream days, job history and lessons learned on and off the water, thanks Matt for sharing your passion for the water with us on the Podcast.2024-06-2956 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast271 Glen Heward, Fly Fishing and Fly Tying Still WaterThis week we head to Salmon Arm to chat with Glen Heward of Salmon Arm. Glen is an avid fly fisher and fly tyer who spends a lot of time on the still and at the bench. We had a refreshing conversation about where his passion comes from and what fly fishing brings to his life. Thanks Glen for sharing your story with us.2024-06-2251 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast270 Zack Tyson, Pro Staff Togens Fly ShopToday with visit with Zack Tyson. He is a young up and coming fly tyer with Togens Fly Shop. We talk about his fly tying journey and his passion for chasing bows on a fly. Zack is out of Kelowna BC. We chatted methods, materials and still water tactics. Thanks for sharing your story with us.2024-05-0449 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast269 Graham O'Rourke, Fly Fishing, Farming and Tightrope WineryToday we head to Naramata, BC to chat with Graham O'Rourke of Tightrope Winery. When he is not working the farm, you will find Graham working fly patterns on interior still waters and rivers with his son. We chatted all things fly fishing, guiding, farming, wine, family and much more. Thanks Graham for sharing your fly fishing journey with us and sharing your passion for the outdoors and viticulture.2024-04-261h 01
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast268 Brandon Molzahn, Tying is my Vise, Interior Fly Fishing Co.Today we sit down with Brandon Molzahn aka Tying is my Vise. Brandon is prostaff with Dr Slick, Fly tying Instructor/Guide at Interior Fly fishing Co., prostaff Semperfli, prostaff Togens and pro ambassador Sage, Rio, Redington and Broken Tippet. He is also spending a lot of time at the vise and on the water. We chatted about fishing with kids, what he has been up to, the BC Outdoors show and much more, thanks Brandon for sharing your journey with us!2024-04-1757 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast267 Chad Ivan, AKA Scooby Kona, Roche Lake and fly patternsFollowing a brief hiatus, we sit down with Chad Ivan of Kelowna BC. We chat all things Roche Lake, his fly patterns and cabin rental. Chad aka "Scooby Kona" runs a masonry business in the Okanagan Valley, ties a lot of beauty fly patterns and has spent a lot of time chasing fins on the interior lakes of BC. Thanks chad for sharing your story with us.2024-04-1232 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast266 Jason Doucette, Alberta Competitive Fly FishingToday we catch up with Jason Doucette from Parkland County Alberta. Jason has Alberta Competitive Fly Fishing, each year they hold monthly competitions on lakes and rivers across Alberta. He has been chasing fins his whole life and represented Canada at the 2023 Commonwealth Championship. We talk fly fishing, comps, hunting, ducks, tunes, influences, best tippet material and much more... Thanks Jason for sharing your experience. albertacompetitiveflyfishing.com2024-03-151h 11
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast265 Milwaukee River Fly Fishing, Pete Nicoloff & Joseph DaviesThis week we visit South East Wisconsin and chat with the team at Milwaukee Fly Fishing. Pete Nicoloff and Joseph Davies offer full service guided trips based near Milwaukee. These guys are chasing Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Trout and more on the Milwaukee River system, tribs and nearby fly fishing opportunities. These two are livin their best lives "slinging string... and jaw jacking some ponies!" Thanks Pete and Joe for sharing your story with us.2024-02-151h 15
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast264 Jayce Pidskalney, A Fly Fishing Journey, Broken Tippet ProstaffThis week we sit down with Jayce Pidskalney and talk about his fly fishing/ fly tying journey. Jayce is working with the team at Broken Tippet, tying some beauty patterns and chasing some still water hogs in the interior of BC. we talk tunes, thread, tying, dirt bikes and much more on the show. Thanks Jayce for sharing your journey with us both on and off the water.2024-02-1042 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast263 The Trout Trust, Jim McLennan, Gary Hanke, Nada RehmanThis week we head to Alberta to talk conservation with members of The Trout Trust. We sat down with Jim McLennan, Gary Hanke and Nada Rehman to talk about the organization, its goals, how it came into being and some of the projects they are working on. We talk about fish entrainment into the Bow River irrigation headwaters canal and some concerns the group has for the Bow River system. Find out how you can help at www.thetrouttrust.com2024-01-1341 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast262 Broken Tippet Fly Tyer Signature Series, Timothy JensonBrandon and the team at Broken Tippet Fly Company have created the Fly Tyer Signature Series, partnering with some of the most talented independent fly tyers in the industry. Check out their blog at brokentippet.com this month featuring Timothy Jenson of Kelowna BC. Tim is a very talented fly tyer who is based in Kelowna, BC. Find out all about his fly tying journey, patterns, tying, where he draws his inspiration and plenty of tips and helpful hints to improve your fly tying. @tim.ties.flies2023-12-2249 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast261 Thread selection... a deep dive... Garrett LeskoIf you spend a lot of time tying flies this will help you select the perfect thread. The thread selection and best use is probably one of the most import decisions you can make when it comes to time at the bench. Garrett Lesko joins us as we talk properties, sizing, best uses and selecting that perfect thread for the flies you are about to tie. Thanks Garrett for walking us through the thread jungle. oregonflytying.com2023-12-121h 28
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast260 Garrett Lesko, Oregonflytying.comToday we head to Oregon to sit down with Garrett Lesko. Garrett is a passionate custom tyer who spends a lot of time at the tying vise and on the water. We chatted with him from his home in Lebanon Oregon. We do a deep dive on thread selection, hook choice and patterns. He is a very knowledgeable and sharing fly tyer, he had some great tips for the bench and purchasing materials. We talked about running an organized bench, where his drive comes from and the upcoming show season. Thanks Garrett for sharing your journey with us.2023-11-252h 13
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast259 Bayne Ryshak, Fly Fishing and HockeyToday we sit down with Bayne Ryshak to chat hockey and fly fishing. Bayne is an instructor at RPM Hockey, and Pacific Rim Hockey Academy. Following his junior hockey he coached the Ridge Meadows Flames for 9 seasons. Bayne also happens to be an avid fly fisher. When he is not on the ice, he spends a lot of time chasing rainbow trout in the interior of BC. We chat plenty of fly fishing, hockey and coaching. Thanks Bayne for sharing your story.2023-11-1855 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast258 Nick Mayer, Lincoln, Vermont, Artist, Fly Fisherhttps://www.nickmayerart.com/
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Fly Fishing 97 Podcast257 Matt Kryger, Custom and Commercial Fly TyingToday we spend some time with Matt Kryger... custom and commercial tyer with @thenakedlinebc Matt is Prostaff with Semperfli, Raid Zap, Ahrex Hooks, he ties custom commercial patterns and for Casting Loops Fly and Tackle. We chat about all things fly fishing and tying. Preferred equipment and techniques, side hustles and day jobs. Tunes, patterns, sports and we really hone in on his fly fishing story.2023-11-041h 09
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast256 Andrew Kling, r5ive, Fly fishing Inspired ApparelToday we sit down with Andrew Kling of r5ive.com
We talk about his fly fishing story, his brand of fly fishing inspired apparel, a bear story, patterns, playlists and plenty more. Fly tying, best days, day jobs and side hustles are all covered in this one. Thanks Andrew for sharing some time with us.2023-10-2856 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast255 Clint Andersen, Blasty's Bugs, A Fly Fishing StoryToday we were fortunate to chat with Clint Andersen from the "Still Water Mecca" of Kamloops. Clint has been fly fishing and tying for a very long time. We talked about his many years working for the city of Kamloops, building a skate park, stocking a swimming pool, booking Green Day before they big, fly tying, Blasty's Bugs, fave patterns, BC Fly Guys, the 1993 World Fly Fishing Championships and much more, Thanks Clint for sharing your story with us!2023-10-211h 07
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast254 Ken Woodward, Comp Fly Fishing, Casting Instructor, retired teacher/biologistToday we sit down with Ken Woodward. Ken is based in the Kamloops area, he is a retired biologist and teacher, casting instructor and Assistant Fly Fishing Guide. We talked about the recent Women's World Fly Fishing Championships, life on Tunkwa Lake, how his passion for fly fishing started, go to patterns, influences, and much more. Thanks Ken for sharing your story with us today2023-10-1058 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast253 Gary Lewis, Video Creator, Avid Fly fisher, Film "Happy Place"As we approach 300,000 plays we are grateful today to sit down with Gary Lewis of Calgary Alberta. Gary is living his best life, father of two, video creator and avid fly fisher, he tells us where he gets his passion for spending time on the water both with fly rod and camera in hand. Best jobs, latest film " Happy Place", the Bow river and much more. Thanks Gary for sharing your story with us!2023-09-201h 03
The Saints ShowS9 Callum Braley and Mark HopleySaints head of academy Mark Hopley and scrum-half Callum Braley are in the studio.2023-09-1456 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast252 C3 Custom Flies and Apparel, Cory and Carlene CrellinThis week on the show we head to Prince George, BC to chat with a husband and wife small business team who offer stillwater flies, apparel and wood designs. Carlene and Cory Crellin run C3 Custom Flies and Apparel. We talk fly tying, patterns, hunting, Rowdy Cat, hockey, fish finders, best gigs, tunes, hangouts and what tying and fly fishing brings into their world. thanks for sharing your story with us on the podcast.2023-08-081h 08
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast251 Bryon Carpenter, Educator, Podcaster, Fly Fisher, Bobber DownToday we had the good fortune to sit down with Bryon Carpenter from Abbotsford BC. Bryon has a Master of Science from The University of Calgary, is a teacher in SD 34, a fellow Podcaster "Fresh Air At Five", Avid stillwater fly fisher and has Bobber Down British Columbia. We caught up with Bryon and talked a lot about his passion for science and education, the learning curve in fly fishing, tying, careers, gear, dream days, podcasting and much more. Thanks Bryon for sharing your story with us!2023-07-301h 09
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast250 Sam Dubbeldam West Kelowna BCToday we sat down with Sam Dubbeldam of West Kelowna BC. Sam is a heavy equipment operator by day, but spends a lot of time with a fly rod on lakes and rivers in the interior of British Columbia. We talked about where his passion for fly fishing originated, go to patterns, tying, trips and much more. Thanks Sam for sharing your story on the podcast!2023-07-2454 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast249 Carsten Arnold, Fine Art Photographer, Avid Fly FisherToday we visit with Carsten Arnold of Chilliwack BC. He runs a fine art photography business www.carstenarnold.com/fineart. He is an avid fly fisher and has spent many years capturing the beauty of the outdoors in British Columbia and around the globe. We covered a lot of ground on this one. Photography, fly tying, bird watching, dream destinations and the moment of capturing that beauty shot. Thanks Carsten for sharing both your passion for the water and the camera with our listeners.2023-06-2558 min
The Global Fine Wine PodcastHester Creek Estate Winery with Mark Hopley (Okanagan Valley, Canada)In this episode, Ross Anderson is joined by Canadian winemaker – Mark Hopley from Hester Creek Estate Winery in the beautiful Okanagan Valley of British Columbia. Mark has been the winemaker at Hester Creek since 2013 but has been making wine since graduating in 1997. Hester Creek have been a regular participant in the Global Fine Wine Challenge since Canada joined in 2016, representing the top 120 wines produced in Canada and going up against the finest from the other New World Participating Nations. Hester Creek specialise in Pinot Blanc, Trebbiano and Cabernet Franc, amongst other varieties.Be sure to vis...2023-06-1755 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast248 Jeremy Dewick, Pacific Rivers Outfitting Company, A Fly Fishing StoryToday we were fortunate enough to sit down with Jeremy Dewick. Jeremy is an extremely passionate fly fisher. He is an avid Steelheader, Trout Junkie, Fly Tyer and Still Water specialist. He works at Pacific Rivers Outfitting in Chilliwack BC. He is spending a lot of time retailing, educating, tying and casting his way through fins across BC. Thanks Jeremy for spending some time on the H2O with us and sharing your story with our listeners.2023-05-2759 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast247 Trent and Janelle part 2, DIY Fly Fishing Patagonia styleToday we revisit with Trent and Janelle from the Bum Diary podcast about their recent 5 week trip to Patagonia on a DIY budget. We talk about their recent excursion down south, health challenges, Montana, new jobs, brown trout, rainbows, blue Paso's and what these guys are up to livin their best lives on and off the water. Thanks guys for catchin up with the show again.2023-05-0850 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast246 Tania Di Meglio, Owner Stupidfish ApparelToday on the show we sit down with Tania Di Meglio and talk about her upstart brand named Stupidfish. Tania is avid about the outdoors and spends a lot of time on the water. We talked about her fly fishing experience, sturgeon fishing and her passion for creating this brand. Thanks Tania for sharing your story with us. www.stupidfishapparel.com2023-04-2954 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast245 Chad St.Amand, Black Pine Creative, Custom Fly RodsThis week we had the pleasure of sitting down with Chad St.Amand of Prince George BC. Chad is the owner of Black Pine Creative. He is crafting one of a kind fly rods, featuring custom grips that are very unique. He also does some film production, capturing the outdoors and is creating custom jigs. Chad is an avid hunter and fly fisher who is busy these days either at the bench or attending outdoor shows in Western Canada. Thanks Chad for sharing your journey with us. www.blackpinecreativenorth.com2023-04-231h 09
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast244 Marc Billard, Molokai BonefishToday we sit down with Marc Billard and talk about his recent fly fishing trip to Molokai in search of large bonefish. Marc and his group select a special destination annually in search of new experiences with fly rod in hand. We talk patterns, tactics, and plenty of Bonefish hunting. Thanks Marc for sharing your recent trip and your fly fishing journey with us.2023-04-1555 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast243 Jon Morris, Texarkana Texas, The Working Class Fishing PodcastToday we head to Texas to chat with Jon Morris from the Working Class Fishing Podcast. He spends a lot of time both at the vise and on the water chasing Gar, Bass and Trout. He tells us how tying and fly fishing help with his daily life, where his passion for the water originated and how rope flies help him catch some beauty Gar in the state of Texas. Thanks Jon for sharing your journey with us. www.workingclassfishing.com2023-04-071h 25
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast242 Nature Trust of British Columbia, Dr. Jasper Lament, Little Qualicum RiverThis week we had to pleasure of sitting down with Jasper Lament CEO Nature Trust of British Columbia. This group is protecting the natural riches of BC preserving iconic habitat and important species at risk. We talked about protecting coastal habitat including the Little Qualicum on Vancouver Island, and desert habitat in the interior. We talked about Jasper's passion for fly fishing and conservation. Thanks for sharing your story and the journey of Nature Trust of British Columbia2023-04-011h 22
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast241 Marlon Prince, Musky on the fly, Guide Saint John RiverToday on episode 241, we sit down with Marlon Prince AKA "Saint Johnny Sox". He shares his fly fishing journey with us. Marlon is chasing plenty of large Musky on the fly as well as Atlantic Salmon, Chain Pickerel, Smallmouth, Striped Bass and Trout. The Saint John is an extremely unique river system that can offer some amazing fly fishing. We found out where Marlon's passion for the water comes from, we talk tying, tactics and booking that perfect trip.2023-03-1851 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast240 Laughing Stock Fly Fishing, Holli and Alex Grant, Azle TexasThis week we head to Azle Texas to talk fly fishing and custom fly rods with Holli and Alex Grant. These two are passionate about time in the outdoors and on the water. They run Laughing Stock Fly fishing where they specialize in custom fly rods and custom fly rod socks. Find out where their passion for fly fishing originated, we talk rod design, fly tying, tunes, dream days on the water and plenty more. Thanks Holli and Alex for sharing your journey with us.2023-03-111h 11
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast239 Dana Lattery, Professional Hockey to Fly Fishing Guide, PodcasterThis week we were fortunate to sit down with Dana Lattery. Dana's journey began as a professional hockey player with the Flames, Bruins and Coyote's organizations. Following a career altering injury, Dana looked to start a new journey. He is owner/operator at Fly Fishing Bow River Outfitters, he is now an avid climber, Podcaster at Fly Fishing Saves Lives, film and content creator and amazingly passionate guide.
Thanks Dana for being so open and sharing with your journey.2023-03-031h 45
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast238 Brendan Morrison, Host Reel West Coast, NHL, Fly Fishing StoryThis week we had the pleasure of sitting down with Brendan Morrison. Brendan is the host of Reel West Coast, a fifteen year veteran of the NHL and avid fly fisher. We talked a lot of patterns, Junior hockey, Canucks, Flames, Caps, Devils, what he has been up to since retiring from the ice, the West Coast Express, being drafted, first NHL game, influences, dream trips and plenty more. On this episode we discover how his love for fishing and the outdoors turned into a TV show. We talked about a team first mentality both on and off the ice...2023-02-251h 14
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast237 Trent and Janelle, DIY Patagonia, The Bum Diary PodcastThis Weekend we sat down with Trent and Janelle from the Bum Diary Podcast. These guys are adventurous travelers, bar tenders, farmers and avid fly fishers. We talked about their passion for DIY fly fishing trips, Patagonia, Yellowstone and New Zealand. These guys are currently chillin in the Florida Keys before they head out on their next adventure. Thanks guys for sharing your story with us!2023-02-181h 17
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast236 Jason Bell, Fisheries Technician, Guide Interior Fly Fishing CompanyToday we sit down with Jason Bell. His whole life is focused on fish. As a Fisheries Technician with DFO and a Guide with Interior Fly Fishing Company this guy knows fish. We talk about entomology, patterns, techniques, indicators, tying, boats and much more. Jason joined us from his home in Kamloops BC.2023-02-111h 14
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast235 Russell Davie, Alpine Fly Fishing, National Champion WrestlerThis week we head to Colorado Springs Colorado to chat with Russell Davie. Russell is a Father, Teacher, Champion Wrestler who is living his best life venturing into the Colorado Alpine chasing Golden Trout, Cutthroat, Rainbows and Brookies. We chatted about planning alpine trips, what to pack, patterns, and lessons learned. Chasing beautiful fish in beautiful places, we talked influences, tying, sports, his wrestling career and much more.2023-02-041h 00
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast234 Team Canada 2022 Fly Fishing TeamIn episode 234 of the show we sit down with four members of Team Canada from this past years World Championships. This team featured Colin Huff, Ian Troup, Keefer Pitfield, Chris Krysciak, Byron Sheppard and Ivo Balinov. We covered a lot of ground on this one, from lessons learned, how the average angler can be more productive, competitive tips and tricks, time management and how to effectively fill your fly box.2023-01-281h 15
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast233 Mike Mitchell, BC Outdoors Magazine, TV Host, Mayhem Fly RodsToday we had to pleasure to chat with Mike Mitchell. Mike is the editor and associate publisher for BC Outdoors Magazine, he is also host of BC Outdoors Sports Fishing TV, runs Mayhem Fly Rods, and has the BC Outdoors Show March 24-26 in Chilliwack BC. We found out where Mike's passion for hunting and fly fishing come from, we talk gear, shows, dream days on the water, football and much more. Thanks Mike for sharing your story with us.2023-01-211h 00
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast232 Gary Hanke, Master Fly tyer, Fly Fishing Instructor, Comp AnglingToday we sit down with accomplished angler Gary Hanke. Gary has been fly fishing for well over 50 years. He earned the title of Master Fly Tyer, was former team captain for Canada at the World Fly Fishing Championships in Bosnia in 2015 and is also a former guide and fly fishing instructor. Gary runs Fly Life Canada... an on line retailer of fly fishing and fly tying equipment. We had a great chat about Gary's fly fishing journey and what drives his incredible passion for fishing.2023-01-141h 16
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast231 Travis Rowe, Bearded Trout's FliesToday we sit down with professional fly tyer Travis Rowe. Travis spends a lot of time fly fishing with his good buddy Congo, creating and perfecting his patterns in the interior of BC. We really got a chance to see what motivates Travis both at the bench and on the water. Grateful as always to sit down with such passionate people in the fly fishing space.2023-01-071h 10
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast230 Rick Janzen, Fly Fishing Journey and Tyee Pool GuideThis week we head to Black Creek to sit down with Rick Janzen. Rick is an avid outdoorsman, guide, fly fisher and fly tyer who is a joy to chat with. He has been chasing trout, steelhead and salmon for many years on Vancouver Island and beyond. We find out what fly fishing has brought to his world, we learn about the Tyee Club, talk teaching, guiding, sports, tying and much more, thanks Rick for sharing your story with us.2022-12-241h 13
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast229 Cris Jackson, Tulsa Oklahoma Lone Bison Fly Tying TablesToday we head to Tulsa Oklahoma to chat with Cris Jackson owner/builder at Lone Bison Fly Tying Tables. Cris is making some one of a kind fly tying tables. His tables have been featured in Forbes Magazine, Fly Tyer Mag and Flyfisherman Mag. We talk about his tables, his fly fishing story, his career as an educator, baseball scout and much more. Thanks Cris for sharing your story with us.2022-12-121h 04
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast228 Jesse Martineau, Video Creator, the Me and Jesse PodcastThis week we sit down with Jesse Martineau, Jesse is a father to five boys, Video Creator, Podcaster and avid flyfisher. He has a sports podcast called the Me and Jesse Podcast with good friend Mark Pavelich. We cover a lot of ground on this one from still water, social media, mental health and living an all- in life. We talk patterns, teams, tunes and much more.2022-12-031h 29
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast227 Kathy Ruddick/ Collette Stroud, Members Team Canada Fly FishingThis week we talk to two members of Canada's first Womens National Fly Fishing team. Kathy Ruddick and Collette Stroud join us talk all things fins and comps. The team was selected recently following comps in BC. We talk about Kathy's fly fishing story and what being on this special team means to these ladies. We talk patterns, lessons learned on and off the water and how fly fishing has impacted their journeys.2022-11-021h 14
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast226 Lani Waller, A Life Long Steelhead JourneyThis week we re visit our 2020 sit down with Steelhead guru Lani Waller. Lani has pursued Steelhead and trout all over the world. He was inducted into the fly fishing hall of fame in 1997. In this episode Lani told us of his near death experience on the Babine River, his many incredible stories with a fly rod and how important it is that we protect these fish.2022-10-2259 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast225 Cameron Coates, Guide Legacy Bighorn, Interior Fly Fishing Co.This week we had to good fortune to sit down with Cameron Coates. Cam is from Chase BC and has a passion for the outdoors, chasing Bighorn Sheep, Still water Trout, Carp and Cougars. He is a guide with Legacy Bighorn and spent a lifetime chasing trout on the still. He is a proud member of the Secwepemc people and sat down to share his passion for the outdoors with us. Thanks Cam for sharing your journey with us!2022-10-041h 01
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast224 Martha Leeming, Competitive Fly Fishing, Colombia, England and CanadaThis week we were happy to sit down and chat fly fishing with Martha Leeming. Martha is originally from Colombia, she picked up fly fishing in the UK, competed with the English fly fishing team and now finds herself chasing fins in Canada and beyond. She worked several years for Orvis and now spends her time fly fishing both competitively and recreationally. She is extremely passionate about the pastime and brings an infectious energy to the water. Thanks Martha for sharing your story with us!2022-09-201h 09
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast223 Fred Klein, The Art and History of Fly tying, Grizzly King FlyToday we head to Eastern PA for a chat with Fred Klein. Fred ties some beautiful classic patterns and has an affinity for the art and history of fly tying. He is with Partridge Hooks and HMH Vises. We find out about Fred's love for spending time in nature, on the water, hunting, trapping and much more. Thanks Fred for taking us along on your fly fishing journey. www.grizzlyfly.com2022-09-031h 03
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast222 Malachy Tallack, Author, Illuminated by WaterToday we sit down with Author Malachy Tallack. His new book titled
Illuminated by Water is out this Month. Malachy really captures the allure of fly fishing and fly tying in his latest book. He talks about this passion we share, the relationship between water and people and about the allure of fly fishing. This book really spoke to us at the podcast and Malachy has an amazing ability to engage the reader and take you to the beautiful places he continues to write about. He is also a singer/songwriter and has written other books including "Sixty Degrees North"...2022-08-241h 10
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast221 Derek Bird, Fly Fusion Magazine, Last Summer On The SageToday we had the good fortune of sitting down with Derek Bird. Derek is the Founding editor at Fly Fusion Magazine, Co-host of the popular Fly Fusion Series, and Author of the new novel "Last Summer On The Sage." Derek gave us the inside scoop on his fly fishing story, his passion for chasing trout in the Rocky Mountains, his love of writing, teaching, music, sports and much more. Derek has inspired so many to take to the stream, through his writing and story telling. We shared a few laughs and some great stories on this one.2022-08-181h 56
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast220 Jim McLennan, Trout Tracks, A Finger Pickin, Fly Fishing JourneyToday on the show we were grateful for a sit down with Jim McLennan. Jim was one of the first guides on the Bow River, has authored 5 books, written for many a magazine, was co-owner of Calgary's first fly shop, worked for Orvis and runs regular fly fishing schools. We talk about his music, photography, writing, his passion for chasing fins all over the globe and what fly fishing has brought to his life. Thanks Jim for sharing your inspirational fly fishing story with our listeners. www. mclennanflyfishing.com2022-08-101h 17
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast219 Geoff Vukelich, Damgoods and Gear, Bigotry to Brook Trout, Duluth MiThis week we head to Duluth Minnesota for a sit down with Geoff Vukelich of Damgoods and Gear. He tells us about his fly fishing story, his journey on and off the water, the IF4 movie Bigotry to Brook Trout and much more. Geoff is a straight shooter and loves his quiet time on the water. He is making some one of a kind beauty nets, paddles and rods in Minnesota. Thanks Geoff for sharing your journey with us! Damgoodsandgear.com2022-08-041h 24
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast218 Rick Passek, Patterns, Tying, Stillwater Fly FishingThis week we sit down for a chat with Rick Passek. Rick is an author, avid tyer, Pro Team with Semperfli, FlyLife Canada, Stonefo and Renomed Scissors. We talk Sumo Wrestling, tying materials, stillwater patterns and retrieve tactics, spending time in the great outdoors and much more. Thanks Rick for sharing some time with us at the vise and on the water.2022-07-291h 11
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast217 Ian Forbes, Writer, Artist, Story Teller, Fly FisherGrateful to chat with Ian Forbes of Duncan BC. Ian is as unique a character in the fly fishing/ outdoors as you will find. A legend on BC waters and his writing has influenced many a rod. He actually shared the river with Roderick Haig Brown, wrote for BC Outdoors for many years and the Vancouver Province, his first article was published in 1958. Retired from the Ministry of Forests. Ian shares his fly fishing journey with us, we talk motorcycles, water colors, Johnny Cash, Steelhead, trout, Kingfishers, FlyBC and much more.2022-07-221h 38
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast216 Matt Stabler, Fly Fisher, Marine Biologist, Commercial Fisherman, GuideGrateful to sit down and chat this week with Matt Stabler. Retired Marine biologist, Fishing Guide and Commercial Fisherman, this guy knows a lot about fish, their habitat and how to catch them. He has learned from some amazing fly fishers and biologists over his career and has a lot of knowledge to share. We talk Steelhead, Cutthroat, the Crowsnest,Wolf hybrids, Raider Football and much more. Thanks Matt for sharing some time with us on the water.2022-07-131h 05
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast215 Pat Demeester, Steelhead, Coastal Cutthroat, Powell RiverThis week we were honored to sit down with Pat Demeester and talk all things Steelhead and Cutties. Pat has had an incredible journey both on and off the water. He is living his best life farming the land, chasing fins and always expanding his knowledge for all things Steelhead and Cutthroat trout. We talk about who has inspired his fly fishing journey, we talk Steelhead populations on the West Coast and much more. Thanks Pat for sharing your knowledge with our listeners.2022-07-061h 37
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast214 Daniel Tarbox, Fly Fishing Differently, Roche Lake ResortThis week we sit down with a fellow that catches a lot of fish. He does it in his own unique method. Daniel Tarbox joins us from outside of Kamloops BC to tell us about his fly fishing journey. He tells us about his obsession for fishing, tying flies and chasing fins on the still water. Thanks Daniel for sharing your journey with us!2022-06-2355 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast213 Maine Fly Company, Jeff Davis, Small Batch Fly Rods, Yarmouth, MaineToday we visit with Jeff Davis, Founder/Craftsman at the Maine Fly Company in Yarmouth Maine. These folks are building fly rods in the USA with intention. Founded in part to celebrate his late Fathers passion for fly fishing and Maine. Jeff tells us about both his company's journey, his fly fishing story and the beautiful small batch fly rods they are creating. We talk about the companies new digs, wild lunches on the river, go to patterns and much more. Thanks Jeff for sharing you journey with us! Maineflyco.com2022-06-1552 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast212 Max Cohen, Guide Fred's Custom TackleWe ran into Max Cohen at the BC Outdoors Show and knew we had to get him on as a guest. Max is a rare breed, avid fly fisher, guide, fly tyer and seeker of fins. He guides for everything from Sturgeon to Rainbow Trout. He tells us about his fly fishing journey and how addiction no longer defines his story. Fly fishing is truly his passion and he is fully immersed in it! We caught up with Max at Browns Social House. Thanks Max for your candor, sense of humor, and most of all for sharing your journey with...2022-06-091h 07
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast211 Cory Golden, Traverse City Michigan, Tying, Conversation, Whisky and moreThis week we visit with Cory Golden who is a guide, fly tyer, out of Traverse City Michigan. We talk a lot of tying, tricks and tips, influences, whisky and coffee. You can find Cory @streamsidescotch on Instagram to follow the beautiful fish he is chasing and patterns he is creating at the vise. Thanks Cory for sharing your story with us!2022-06-0350 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast210 Mike Verhoef, Bonefish in Exuma, Fly FittersThis week return guest Mike Verhoef a.k.a. "Maitland Mike" joins us to talk about his recent bonefish trip to Exuma Bahamas. We talk about the areas epic bonefish and barracuda fly fishing opportunities and Mikes guiding business Fly Fitters. This really sounded like the trip of a lifetime. Thanks Mike for sharing your latest journey with us!2022-05-1859 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast209 Del Barber, Singer/Songwriter Avid Fly Fisher, Folk Rock, Alt CountryThis week we sit down with Singer Songwriter Del Barber. Del spends a lot of time fly fishing some epic water while on the road as an Alt Country, Folk Rock artist. His passion for the water is impressive and constant, he joins us to talk about his fly fishing journey, what it brings into his world, the inspiration it brings to his music and life journey. You can find Del's music at delbarber.com or wherever you download your music. Thanks Del for this candid chat about life, the road, the river and your songs.2022-05-101h 31
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast208 Robert MacDonald - Lewis, rml_flytying, NE ScotlandToday we head to the outskirts of Aberdeen Scotland to chat with Robert MacDonald-Lewis. Robbie is a passionate fly fisher who is a structural engineer in off shore oil and an avid tyer who spends a lot of time chasing wild brown trout. His family raises Shetland Ponies, where he helps on the farm between his day job and time at the vise. We talk whiskey, law vises, float tubing, wading, dream days and killer patterns.
Thanks Robbie for sharing your story with us!2022-05-0451 min
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast207 Jon Pimlott, Building and Designing universal access watercraftToday we sit down with a very inspiring individual. Jon Pimlott joins us on the podcast to tell us what he has been up to. Designing and building watercraft for people with disabilities. Jon is putting a lot of smiles of peoples faces who struggle to gain access to the water. We talk about his passion for creating these craft and his fly fishing journey. Thanks Jon for sharing your journey with us!2022-04-271h 05
Fly Fishing 97 Podcast206 Steven Bullerwell, Stillwater Fly Fishing, Penticton, BCToday it is our pleasure to sit down with Steven Bullerwell of Penticton BC. Steve is fishing a lot of trophy trout waters in Southern BC. We talk about tying at the lake, his life long fly fishing journey, patterns, painting, dream days, bucket list trips and much more. Thanks Steve for sharing some time on the water with us!2022-04-2150 min
Dead Drifters Society: A fly fishing podcast#12 Dead Drifters Society On Fly Fishing 97 Podcast podcast Mark HopleySend us a textOn this episode , it’s my turn to take the interviewee seat which is hosted by Mark Hopley of the Fly Fishing 97 Podcast. We chat about my fly fishing life, how I started the Dead Drifters Society podcast, and more. If you haven’t listened to Fly Fishing 97 Podcast, make sure to check it out! https://open.spotify.com/show/5qTTELBv5aeKMxISAdqSZ1?si=Bo_oE3HORCCqy9IAFkg3fw2022-04-1557 min