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Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastFishing Buddies Part 1/2Episode 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 why Tom should always carry Benadryl. Learn more about your ad...
2025-10-011h 18
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastFishing In The Shadows Of The Lodge's RuinsRob makes his way back to the remnants of the lodge where he was employed from 2002 to 2003. This lodge, established in 1954, was situated on a spring-fed artificial lake. The lake was stocked with fish in the 1950s, and trout were introduced in 2002. Rob managed the Orvis fly shop and served as a guide on both the lake and the tailwater.
The local community surrounding the lake was not particularly welcoming to the new lodge owners and viewed them as interlopers Just as the lodge was gearing up for its grand opening in the summer of 2003, it was...
2025-08-1059 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastPart 1 | Floating The West Branch of the DelawareRob has been captivated by the West Branch of the Delaware River since last August when he fished there for the first time. He has been eager to return and this time, he plans to bring his raft and Producer Jason along. The first part of this adventure starts with Rob organizing the trip from home, communicating with Jason over the phone, and preparing his girlfriend for the journey. She’ll only be going partway and won’t be fishing. Rob and Caitlin make the drive from Northern Virginia to Bethlehem, PA, and then Rob follows Jason to Hancock, NY...
2025-07-3148 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastFly Fishing The Fall Line | Fredericksburg, VirginiaRob drove down to Fredericksburg, Virginia for some late-season shad fishing. After the shad depart, the striped bass, spotted gar, and northern snakehead make their appearance. After parking at Falmouth Beach, Rob strides across the sand to the primary river channel, where he galavants above and below the Route 1 bridge. This bridge signifies the tidal fall line on the Rappahannock River. Two weeks later, Rob asks Misty to join him for more escapades. Will the stunning weather help? Should Rob fish a single fly or tandem rig? These are the waters Rob fished during his college years in Fredericksburg...
2025-05-2042 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastFly Fishing For ShadRob gave a talk about urban shad fishing on April 17, 2025.
From the Maryland Chapter Trout Unlimited newsletter:
Rob Snowhite is a highly regarded fly fishing guide who has been operating in urban and suburban waters around Washington DC for nearly thirty years. He is the host of The Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast, which is currently in its 16th year. Rob’s hand-tied flies are true masterpieces and have successfully caught fish around the globe.
Join us Thursday April 17 for Rob's talk on all things urban shad fishing in the DC area. Rob will al...
2025-05-011h 15
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastStories From The Salmon River Fall 2024 Part 3 of 3 | Nitrates & StonefliesProducer Jason finishes out his annual steelhead trip which leaves Rob all by his lonesome. Follow along as the weather warms and Rob and Producer Jason fish their last day together. They ended fishing on Monday afternoon which led Jason to pack and head home and Rob to tie several black stonefly and egg patterns for the next day. Having a 'confidence fly' that you believe in will do you mighty good when fishing for lake run steelhead. The fish could be eating anything flowing past them and all you need is one good cast with the fly you...
2024-12-0838 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastRemembering John Gierach And His Influence | How Sex, Death, And Fly Fishing Inspired This PodcastRob's introduction to fly fishing literature started with a copy of Sex, Death, And Fly Fishing while on vacation in The Galápagos Islands during the summer of 1993. The writings of John Gierach inspired Rob to pursue a lifetime of trout fishing, fly tying, travelling to Colorado, writing, and telling stories. Rob wanted to be a trout bum before he could drive a car. Rob talks about his fondness for Gierach’s work and his inspiration which led Rob to talk into a microphone instead of tap stories onto a keyboard. John’s life of trout fishing ended in October 2024...
2024-11-1831 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastFly Fishing The West Branch Delaware RiverRob published the entire episode on 11/6. If you only heard the first 1hr5min please finish the show.Rob and Caitlin drove the Xterra north to New York for a wedding over the Labor Day weekend. This was a destination wedding that happened to be on one of the most famous trout streams in the world. Rob has read about this fishery since childhood. This is his first time visiting the Hancock area and fishing the Upper Delaware River. This section of the river is a tailwater and begins a few miles above the...
2024-11-061h 47
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastVic Kopnitsky On Great Lakes Salmonids, Western Native Trout, And Three-Bend FishRob met Vic on a tributary of New York's Salmon River in March of 2024. Vic is a retired lawyer. He lives with his wife in her home town not far from some amazing New York angling opportunities.While Vic strung up his rod he and Rob struck up a conversation and Rob instantly knew this was going to be a future podcast. Part one of the episode is Vic Kopnitsky telling Rob about his life growing up around fishing and the changes to Pennsylvania and Lake Erie since his childhood. Vic covers the extinction of the Blue...
2024-07-131h 13
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastRob's TU Talk On Unusual Urban Fishing Locations | Live From Northern Virginia Trout UnlimitedRob recorded his June 6, 2024 talk at his local Trout Unlimited chapter. The subject was urban fishing in Northern Virginia. Locations were chosen based on their unconventional locations. Three locations are next to sewage treat meant plants. One spot is an urban waterfront along the Potomac, another is a tidal creek you wouldn't notice without Google Maps. Rob talks about each location, the gear required, the season to fish, flies to use, and where to grab lunch after. You might want to wear running shoes just incase the man chases you out. Be sure to let loved ones know where...
2024-06-071h 05
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastTom Rosenbauer Talks BonefishTom Rosenbauer joins Rob to discuss fly fishing for bonefish. Tom has worked for Orvis for several decades. Be sure to click the link on his name for his biography. Rob jumps right into bonefish talk and skips over Tom's background.Tom has numerous contributions to the world of fly fishing. Rob forgot to ask him about introducing bead head flies to America. While at Orvis Tom has authored numerous books, created legendary fly patterns, hosted hundreds of podcast episodes, and shared his passion for the outdoors to the universe. This episode is dedicated to Tom sharing...
2024-02-061h 11
Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast2023 Gear Review & Gift GuideThe end of 2023 is a few weeks away and Rob has some suggestions on gear and items for gifts for yourself or others. A listener sends in a net endorsement. Rob breaks his list down into 'small items', those under $100 and 'big items' that cost a bit more. Please contact Rob for any questions on the brands or items. Use code 'snowhite' at Turtlebox.Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-12-1142 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastStories From The Salmon River 2023 Part 2 of 3Part two of this year's steelhead trip. The annual fall migration to New York's Salmon River. Rob meets Producer Jason in Pulaski, New York for a weekend of steelhead fishing. Rob discusses his fly choices and what has been working, the types of water the fish are hiding in, and serious case of the meatloaf sweats. Rob and Jason host some friends from Maine for an interview and experience their first snow of the year. Be sure to call your local fly shop and ask if they have ingredients to make crystal meth.Part 2 takes you through...
2023-11-221h 03
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastStories From The Salmon River 2023 Part 1 of 3Part one of this year's steelhead trip. The annual fall migration to New York's Salmon River. Rob meets Producer Jason in Pulaski, New York for a weekend of steelhead fishing. This is Jason's first time back to the river since the pandemic. Listen as Rob recounts the weekend's events from the packing and preparing for the trip to stream updates and interviews. They meet friends old and new on the water and at the hotel restaurant. Rob has a few new fly patterns and gear to try this year. Be sure to call your local fly shop and ask...
2023-11-2253 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastLegends of The Fly With John FallRob invited John Fall to discuss the Legends of The Fly tournament on this latest episode of The Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast. Rob and John discuss the history of the tournament, attendees, legends, beneficiaries, and the itinerary for the tournament. You’ll get a chance to bid on a bottle of ‘Pappy 23. Now that I have your attention, Legends of the Fly “was conceived in 2013, as a way to raise awareness about fly fishing in Virginia, to increase participation in the sport, celebrate our fly fishing culture, and motivate our tribe to have fun while making a lasting and positive...
2023-10-2652 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastSmallmouth Bass Adventure To Little Falls DamThe DC Metro area has been in a drought for months. The Potomac River has been at the lowest levels in years. The gauge at Little Falls recently reported a low of 2.4'. Rob decided to take advantage of the low water to explore a low dam that is normally submerged. He and his friend Dan followed the shoreline right up to the dam. The water was extremely low, the wind was howling, and the smallies were biting. Dan temporarily lost his had in the wind. He was able to fish that out. However, if you find the tip...
2023-09-2919 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastWooly Bugged With Michael EvankoRob met a disciple of Wooly Bugged on the Salmon River of New York in 2022. He did some research online and invited the founder of Woolly Bugged onto the podcast to learn more. Michael Evanko has been documenting his life in fly fishing for the past decade on blogs, YouTube, and social media. In this episode Michael and Rob discuss the learning curve for fishing great lakes migratory salmonids. They transition from lake run behemoths to blue lined brook trout. The story of Pennsylvania’s lanternflies is introduced, and the conversation turns to road trip sandwiches.
2023-09-181h 16
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastThe Boats Of Summer | Rob's Favorite Types Of Fishing BoatsIn this episode Rob tells stories about the various boat’s he has owned over the years and the evolution of personal watercraft for fly fishing. This is Rob’s life with boats from what he has owned, been given, found, bought, upgraded, and destroyed. The podcast is interrupted by a caller and they discuss the tough fishing conditions from this summer. Rob introduces us to his newest boat and talks about his plans to fish local spots. What is your favorite type of boat to cast from?Video from this adventure. Produced by Jason Reif...
2023-08-221h 07
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastThe Quarry Of Smallmouth BassRob returns to a very private quarry somewhere outside Washington D.C in search of stillwater smallmouth. The deep, cold water is full of fish, submerged trees, and abandoned mining equipment. Listen as Rob packs gear that he didn’t have the last time he visited this unique body of water. He tries a variety of flies and talks about hooking into some truly amazing fish. There’s a quick visit to the upper Potomac River, impromptu fly tying, and a reminder to wear your life jacket. Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast - if yo...
2023-07-3036 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastRareWaters | Private Property Booking With RJ HoskingRJ Hosking is the chief executive officer of RareWaters. He is an industry leader that has worked formerly within the outdoor and experiential industries with Patagonia, Zamp Solar, Dometic Outdoor, and Airbnb. Rob catches up with RJ near the shore in Ventura, California. RJ starts off the conversation with his life and career in the outdoors and then transitions to RareWaters. RJ discusses the three types of properties available for booking and explains how these are private properties with unfished waters. The company is not buying up properties and making the waters private. The land is already pr...
2023-07-111h 11
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastSteve Hawley | Cracked: The Future of Dams in a Hot, Chaotic WorldThis episode is about fixing rivers as fast as we can in the face of climate change. Rob invited author and angler Steve Hawley to discuss his latest book - Cracked: The Future of Dams in a Hot, Chaotic World. This is another beautiful production from Patagonia Books. Steve Hawley is an environmental journalist who writes about rivers, dams, and the ecological impacts they have on salmonids in the American West. His latest book was released in May 2023. He is the writer and co-producer of an award-winning documentary, Dammed to Extinction, and the author of Recovering a Lost River...
2023-05-241h 22
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastOwning A Drift Boat TrailerRob had no idea what it took to maintain a boat and trailer when he purchased his first drift boat. He's learned a lot. Rob breaks down the ins and outs of maintaining a boat trailer. His first drift boat and trailer were destroyed by a drunk driver. His new trailer has had some wild adventures too. These are the tools and gear Rob carries with him when trailering his Stealthcraft drift boat. Listen to this consolidated list of potential issues and their remedies. You’ll get covered in grease just from listening to this episode.Produced by...
2023-05-0147 min
Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast8th Annual Project Healing Waters Fly Tying MarathonThe 8th Annual Project Healing Waters Fly Tying Marathon was held at The National Museum of the Marine Corps Museum in Triangle, Va. Rob interviews museum employees and attendees. Fly tiers from Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders, District Angling, Northern Virginia Chapter Trout Unlimited, and the National Capital Chapter of Trout Unlimited were in attendance. You can donate flies to your local chapter of Project Healing Waters. Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Be sure to use code 'SNOWHITE' for 10% off at Turtlebox
2023-04-0448 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastBrian DeLoach | Chattanooga Casting Instructor Visits DCRob starts off discussing the possible effects of allowing your pets to enter streams after being treated with flea and tick medicines. Please refer to Dave Goulson for more information.Brian DeLoach called up Rob to do some fishing while he and his wife visited the Washington DC metropolitan area during their spring break. Rob met Brian at Four Mile Run and immediately knew he was different than most of his clients. As they fished Rob made mental notes of what to ask Brian in a future podcast. They ended up podcasting the same day and then...
2023-03-161h 28
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastSisters On The Fly With Maurrie Sussman“WE HAVE MORE FUN THAN ANYONE” is the credo the Sistesrs On The Fly (SOTF). A group of women that socialize, mobilize and recreate together. Maurrie Sussman is Sister Number 1, founder, and president of this amazing organization. Maurrie tells us stories about her childhood which led her to Montana – her people and her home. We learn about formation of SOTF, what happens at their events, their campers, and how to stay safe on the road. SOTF encourages women to join their activities & adventures and expand their horizons. Maurrie and her sisters learn to fish, ride horses, kayak, camp under the stars...
2023-03-011h 18
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastBig Hunting Creek | Maryland's Trout Stream of PresidentsBig Hunting Creek is a favorite day trip destination for Washingtonians seeking cold water full of trout. Anglers visiting this stream have included several presidents. The stream’s proximity to Camp David has kept presidents and their guests entertained for decades. President Biden flies over Rob as he heads toward the Eagles playoff game. You can't make this stuff up. This is not a secret fishing location. Rob is not giving anything away. Part two of Rob’s day trip finds him on the east slope of the Catoctin Mountains. Rob breaks down the physical geography of the area, the...
2023-02-2238 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastBrookes Outdoors | The Fascinating Dr. Peter BrookesYou may know this week's guest from the news. Dr. Peter Brookes is a fascinating Washingtonian. Pete shared some incredible stories with Rob while fishing for snakehead in July 2022. Rob has been trying to get Pete on the podcast for months to tell some of his declassified stories. Pete may have been too busy to hunt and fish during his early career years. He didn't pickup a fly rod until later in life. He has accomplished more than most in a lifetime. Pete is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy and a decorated military veteran. He has...
2023-02-011h 18
Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast2022 End Of Year ShowRob recounts some of his fishing trips from 2022. Listen as he walks shorelines and tow paths stalking fish. These are recordings from his own fishing adventures. Unfortunately several recordings didn't make it due to technical difficulties-no more recording when the phone is paired to the car's bluetooth. Rob walked six miles on the C&O Canal looking for snakehead. He found a school of catfish and caught several based on a picture posted online. You will learn the gear used, flies chosen, and techniques utilized to catch fish. You'll hear Rob's thoughts on what's going on when he is...
2022-12-281h 05
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastBeaver Moon Steelhead | Stories From The Salmon River Part 2Part two of Rob's adventures to the Salmon River. Rob lands a steelhead before lunch, misses the full beaver moon eclipse, Collin nets some fish and Rob hooks into one of the baddest steelhead he's ever encountered.These are Rob's stories from his recent trip to the Salmon River of New York. Rob talks about packing for this trip on his Youtube channel.Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-12-1654 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastBeaver Moon Steelhead | Stories From The Salmon River Part 1These are Rob's stories from his recent trip to the Salmon River of New York. The plan was to fish alone for a few days during a weekend of unseasonably warm weather. Part 1 covers the first day of fishing. Rob met up with friends from Project Healing Waters, Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders, and his steelhead cousin Dirty Bill. He had encounters with salmon, steelhead, porcupines, and a few bald eagles. Rob talks about packing for this trip on his Youtube channel. He talks about skill required to catch a steelhead and the misconceptions anglers have about what's going on...
2022-12-1356 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastMarcus Kruk | Infused Toothpicks & Alabama Gulf Shore FishingRob recently called Marcus Kruk to discuss his company advertising on Waypoint TV Podcasts. Marcus’s story about his product was fascinating. They began to discuss gulf shore fishing. Rob decided to extend the conversation into a whole podcast. Marcus lives the coastal life along the Gulf of Mexico and discusses inshore and offshore fishing around the Alabama/Florida border. Marcus fishes from paddleboards on tidal rivers and takes out a center console to fish oil rigs. He’s also the inventor of the nicotine infused toothpick in 1992. His company Zippix also makes caffeine infused toothpicks. Believe it or not b...
2022-11-2259 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastSouthern Sierra's With Guy JeansRob's first foray into the unique fishery of the Sierra Mountains. This is the first in-depth discussion on this unique are of Calfornia. Guy Jeans owns and guides out of the Kern River Fly Shop. He is a Certified Casting Instructor with Fly Fishers International. Guy guides, lectures, and teaches about fresh and saltwater fly fishing over the Southern Sierra, Sequoia National Forest, Inyo National Forest, Golden Trout Wilderness, Domeland Wilderness and South Sierra Wilderness. Guy is also vocalist, keyboardist, and song writer for the ska/reggae band "Stoneflys". This is the “appetizer sampler” podcast where Rob tries to cove...
2022-11-111h 20
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastArmy Navy Fly Fishing Tournament With Bill AsdalBill Asdal is an award-winning remodeler and author. He donates a lot of his time with the USNA NJ Parents Club. Bill is organizing a fly fishing tournament next weekend in the mountains of New Jersey. Shannon’s Private Water will be hosting the U.S. Military Academy and the U.S. Naval Academy in support of this year’s Army-Navy Fly Fishing Tournament. Bill discusses his relationship to the US Navy and the USNA NJ Parents Club. You will learn about a private water stretch on the South Branch of the Raritan river that was recently modified for...
2022-11-011h 05
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastStillwater Smallmouth Bass On The FlyRob recounts a recent day trip to a limestone quarry full of smallmouth bass. The location of the quarry will remain a secret. Don't bother asking. Rob considers this one of his greatest days of fly fishing while crossing off still water smallies from his bucket list. In this episode you will hear about the pristine and brilliant blue water with caves cut into a cliff. The water was full of fish and submerged pine trees. Every tree was surrounded by smallmouth bass. The bass were more than eager to eat Rob's favorite top water bass fly....
2022-09-1638 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastFly Fishing Washington DC For ShadThese are the ups and downs of the 2022 shad run in Washington D.C. This is the premiere east coast fly fishing event. Every year millions of anadromous fish enter the Potomac from the ocean and swim as far upriver as they can go. We target these fish at the fall line where the tidal section meets the non-tidal section. The fish are chasing flies out of aggression. Other fish are there to eat the shad eggs and there are fish there to eat these fish. You never know what may bite your line. The fishing is good as...
2022-05-241h 14
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastRollin Schuster | Outdoor Industry Insurance & New England On The FlyRollin Schuster is a life long angler. His family fishes too. Rob interviewed Rollin's daughter Abbie a few years ago. He splits his time between the mainland and The Vineyard. Rollin has been in the insurance business for a long time and recently added outdoor industry clients, including Rob. Cross Currents Insurance isn't just for guides. Rob and Rollin talk all things wild stories, life on The Vineyard, fishing structure, family, travel, and shark bait.Produced by Jason Reif Brought to you by Solo Stove Pi Support This Podcast ...
2022-03-151h 00
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastFishing With A Paper Bag On His Head | "Salmon River Newbie"Rob normally has a rapport with his interviewees. People he met along the way at shows, events, on the water, or friends from back in the day. This episode is an exception. Rob has no idea what the Salmon River Newbie (SRN) looks or sounds like. At this point all we know is he posts pictures to Instagram with exceptional fish. This podcast was recorded without video and SRN's voice was altered with a new zoom feature to keep his identity anonymous, This episode is based on the Salmon River but is not entirely about the fishery. Rob and...
2022-01-201h 27
Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast2021 Sucked | Lets Go Steelheading2021 was an awful year for numerous reasons. Rob wanted to end the year on a high note and decided swinging flies for steelhead in cold rain and snow would be ideal. Follow Rob's journey from balmy Northern Virginia to the snow covered river banks of New York's famed Salmon River. Rob stays in some posh digs for the first time and bumps into some old friends. Listen to the packing list and weather forecasts as Rob documents his getaway. The therapeutic qualities of flowing water and methodical swinging of flies have healed melancholy anglers for centuries. This is Rob's...
2021-12-301h 09
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastBlue Lines & Brook Trout With HerbertA few weeks ago the weather was perfect as summer turned to fall. Rob decided to grab his brook trout fly fishing equipment, some camping gear, a few supplies, and head due west on I66. The destination was Herbert Hoover's Camp Rapidan. These historic waters are where Rob learned to fly fishing for brook trout in the 80's. This is the first time Rob has fished this stream in twenty years. Join Rob as he camps and fishes in the mountains of Virginia. Visit WaypointTV for a podcast episode all about brook trout. Rob is way off with his...
2021-11-1443 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastJonathan Farmer | Alaskan Steelhead On The FlyRob stumbled upon artist Jonathan Farmer while looking how to tie intruder flies on the OPST YouTube page. He was articulate in the well-done videos and his patterns didn’t require exotic materials or require skill levels beyond Rob’s capabilities. Rob and Producer Jason fished Jonathan’s Graboid flies two years ago for Great Lakes steelhead and the fish ate them all. Its Jonathan’s turn in the hot seat to tell us about his life as a fly tier in Alaska and the life he lives in an active geological area. We’ll hear his thoughts on intruder f...
2021-10-261h 39
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastBill Skilton & The Pennsylvania Fly Fishing MuseumBill Skilton grew up in Pennsylvania's Cumberland Valley surrounded by spring creeks and inquisitive anglers. Rob first met Bill in 2000 at the Fly Fishing Show at the University of Maryland and they finally had a chance to sit down together to discuss Bill's life in fishing.Rob considers Bill his fly tying mentor and they have maintained a relationship for over two decades. This episode is recorded at The Pennsylvania Fly Fishing Museum Association. Bill tells stories from his childhood in the shadows of legendary anglers that are now featured in the museum. You will hear about...
2021-08-051h 45
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastIridescence In Nature Part 1This episode is dedicated to iridescence in nature. Rob set out to explain why some fly tying materials reflect light and why others do not. This is the result. This phenomenon of color is not created by pigments, it is created by physical structures. No organism has an iridescent color and you will find out why. Rob explains the science behind iridescence and where you can see this gift from the natural world. Part 2 will be dedicated to synthetic iridescence and the use of iridescent fly tying material.Rob's Etsy Shop
2021-07-261h 39
Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast2021 Mid Atlantic Brood X CicadasSeventeen years ago Rob was a newlywed, teaching high school, driving a two door car, and living in an apartment in the Court House neighborhood of Arlington, Va. A lot has changed since the last emergence. Rob and his family live in Rutherford, Virginia. The neighborhood was a dairy farm until the middle part of last century. The neighborhood was established in the early 1960s. Not much has changed with the local environment since the past three emergences. In small world trivia Dan Davala's wife's aunt used to live in Rob's house. We all waited eagerly to see the...
2021-06-2953 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastTrout Fishing At Rose River Farm In Virginia's Blue Ridge MountainsWhat do you do when you are invited to fish private trout water? Rob started tying flies and packing bags before he hung up the phone. This is his first road trip outside of the D.C. Metro area since October 2020. This episode features Rob and some friends on a hot Saturday with an entire stream to themselves. Rob breaks down the gear he packed, fly patterns chosen vs those fished, and just how tiring a good day of trout fishing can be. Contact Rose River Farm for more information on booking a rod for the day. Be sure...
2021-06-1031 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastLuke & Dan's Fish All 50 Part 2Luke and Dan set out last fall to catch the official state fish of each state in the lower 48. Rob caught up with them periodically last year over the phone. We live in a small world, small enough that Luke and Dan live just a few minutes away from Rob. They stopped by the back porch to discuss their road trip ups and downs, those that have helped them on their way, where they are headed next, and what they have seen along the way. Follow their journey here.Fish All 50Brought to you by...
2021-05-061h 12
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastThoughts And Reflections Of A Fly Fishing Guide After A DecadeRob shares thoughts and reflections on his career as a fly fishing guide after nearly a dozen years and the past year in particular. Is it time for something else? Rob is currently limiting his guiding to half day trips on weekdays. Should Rob spend more time fishing and podcasting? You will hear about this and more in episode 301. Now part of WaypointsTV.Produced by Jason Reif Rob's Brood X Cicadas For Sale Support This Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-04-3023 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastRob's Favorite Things 2020Thankfully the year 2020 is almost over. Things got off to a wobbly start with a global pandemic and a late start to the shad run are ending not much differently. The season started late but was surprisingly busy and is now winding down. Rob curated a list of the things he relies on when fishing for fun or guiding and teaching. Oprah isn't the only one with a list of favorite things. You may find some gift ideas. Contact Rob if you have questions about anything mentioned in this episode. Learn more about your ad...
2020-12-0459 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastCrazy Snakehead Weekend(s)This was supposed to be about a single weekend of crazy snakehead fishing. That all changed when Rob floated the Rappahannock River and encountered more snakehead insanity. This episode is about the magic of the Snowhite damsel, the resiliency of snakehead, being at the right place at the right time, carrying flies that you didn't think you would need, and a new boat.Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-06-121h 04
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastFavorite Fly Tying Materials For Shad FliesRob breaks down the materials used in his favorite shad flies. These are the preferred materials from over 20 years of shad fishing and guiding. Rob starts with hooks and weights to body material, tail material, natural versus synthetic and where to purchase these materials. Visit Rob's Youtube channel to see him explain the differences in each material and why he chooses them for specific flies. Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-03-1847 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastThe Search For Coho Mojo ¯\_(ツ)_/¯This episode follows Rob's quest for lake run coho salmon on New York's Salmon River (SRNY). Rob breaks down the differences from salmon season to steelhead season, observations on crowds, techniques seen on the river, and where he found fish. Sometimes the first cast is the best one. Its like going to the same sports venue but watching a different sport. The podcast ends with Rob's theory of steelhead being the cuckoo of the fish world. Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Sponsored by Hatch Outdoors Learn more ab...
2019-10-1738 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastMac Hodell | Rob's Fly Fishing MentorMac Hodell is the first person to introduce fly fishing and fly tying to Rob. In this episode Mac discusses his fly fishing filled childhood while growing up in Reston, Virginia through his current home in Colorado. Mac is a problem solver and he utilizes this skill to analyze his surroundings while trout fishing to improve his catch rate.Brought to you by Korkers. Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-09-261h 20
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastChef Tom ColicchioRob interviews chef Tom Colicchio. Tom Colicchio is the chef and owner of Crafted Hospitality, judge on Bravo's 'Top Chef', and an avid fly angler. In this episode Tom and Rob discuss Tom's culinary career, oceanic seafood sustainability, places to eat and fish, life as a culinary competition show judge, and off shore fly fishing. We learn Tom's bucket list fishing destination and what you should never put on top of a pizza. Rob did not ask Tom about Okra. Produced by Jason Reif. Sponsored by Traeger Grills. Crafted Hospitality. Le...
2019-07-151h 42
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastGeeking Out On Bugs With Peter Stitcher | Ascent Fly FishingRob met Peter Stitcher at the Virginia Fly Fishing Show in January 2019. Rob and Peter are both bug geeks with backgrounds in biology. They decided to set up a podcast to geek out on bugs, discuss Peter's humanitarian work, his fishing show, bucket list hatches, and how and when to select bugs for a specific hatch in a specific location. Rob thinks Peter is THE MOST organized dude in the fly fishing industry. Hopefully they get to fish together this summer.Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Learn more about...
2019-03-061h 18
Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast2019 Virginia Fly Fishing And Wine FestivalRob interviews friends old and new during the Virginia Fly Fishing & Wine Festival. Snow is in the forecast and no one seems to know how much is going to fall. Rob took a few breaks from tying and talking fishing to walk around and ask a few questions. Please visit Rob's social media for links to his interviewees and for images of the new Hula Girl series of flies. Rob uses the Power Air Fryer Oven. Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...
2019-01-171h 05
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastUrban Fishing In The Buckeye State Over July 4 Holiday WeekThe Snowhite's visit Columbus, Ohio for the Independence Day week festivities. A road trip full of new fishing spots, bulgogi tacos, rain, craft beer discoveries, and a major lack of bourbon choices.Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-07-2232 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastSpring Break Sights & Eats In PhiladelphiaThe Snowhite's spent a few days in Philadelphia over spring break. Rob’s wife had a list of bucket list restaurants to try. The best sandwich Rob ate might surprise you. This is not a fishing podcast. Favorite places to eat were Goldie, El Compadre, Zahav, and P&S Ravioli. Listen as Rob talks about his vacation and the observations he made while in Philly.Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-04-0559 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastNashville's Culture & CuisineThe Snowhite's spent the end of their summer in Nashville, Tn. They visit lots of local eateries, a hula hoop factory, nature preserves, and some fly shops. Rob samples Hot Chicken, BBQ, and biscuits and talks about his experiences. There was a lot of brown food in Nashville.Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Sponsored by RisenFly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-09-241h 39
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastThe Search For Solitude While Fly Fishing With Richard FranklinRob's family drives to Ocean Grove to see his cousins. Its a small world. Rob can see Richard's pouch from his cousins porch. They live a few houses away. Small world. Richard Franklin and Rob sat down during a recent Saturday afternoon at the Jersey Shore. Richard reflects on his pursuit of solitude while fly fishing the great western streams of the US. They talk about modern polarization of optics, high end fly rods, fly fishing photography and more.This is the second interview with Richard Franklin.Produced by Jason Reif Support This...
2017-08-291h 20
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastRob's Fly Tying Office | Tools & Materials Collected Over The YearsRob discusses his collection of fly tying materials, where he procures them, how they are 'organized', the quality and consistency he looks for, and much more. The coyote mask is in the garage as Rob's wife won't allow it in the house. Sponsored by Flyin' the FlatsProduced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-08-171h 29
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastHappy Oysters | A Day Spent At Sapidus Farms With Mike ManyakThe Snowhite family spent a recent Sunday at Sapidus Farms on the Northern Neck of Virginia. We learned all about happy oysters. Mike showed them the entire process from microscopic oysters in tanks to eating size out in the Wicomico River. Worth a listen regardless if you don't eat oysters. It just might change your mind.Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Sponsored by Ayoba-yo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-07-211h 04
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastFly Fishing Central Ohio | July 4th Holiday WeekThe annual trip to Columbus, Ohio for the July 4 festivities. Rob packs the car with his families gear then packs his fishing equipment. The family heads to the midwest for a few days. Rob always tries to get out for a bit of fishing now that the grand parents are taking care of the Pixie. Rob went on the prowl for urban carp, smallmouth bass, and more. There was loads of collusion with the Russians.Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Sponsored by Ayoba-Yo Learn more about your...
2017-07-121h 07
Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast2017 Shadness MadnessRob's reflections and observations on this year's shad run. The run started early and was interrupted by several rain events. This is Rob's favorite time of the year to be a fly fishing guide. Be sure to check out Rob's Youtube channel for shad fishing videos.Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-05-2355 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastGastronomic Travels In MontrealThe Snowhite family spent a week in Montreal. They sampled all kinds of amazing foods from fresh baguettes to candies, wines, cheeses, pate, and more.Rob meets up with a guide from Quebec, gets a free haircut in a parking lot, and puts a lot of miles on the car. .05% fish talk in this episode.Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-05-011h 56
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastChasing Steelhead At 40Last week Rob packed his switch rod, warm clothes, a few dozen flies, and a bottle of bourbon and headed north to pursue the elusive steelhead. Rob wanted to catch a steelhead for my 40th birthday. Temperatures will be in the single digits and night while Rob car camps. Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-04-041h 18
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastRob's Fly Fishing Bucket ListRob has been compiling this list of places to fish and species to catch since he was four years old. Forgot to mention topwater flies for bass over lilypads. Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2016-11-041h 27
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastEnd Of Summer In ColoradoEnd of 2016 summer trip to Colorado. Fishing with friends, lots of fishing, huge fish on tiny flies, craft beer, family fun.Follow Justin on IG @j_schiavoneDon't stand in one spot and nymph all day!!! It doesn't matter what streamer you fish for trout as long as it is the Snowhite Bacon Fly. This is Rob's last trip to the condo. Brought to you by Douglas Outdoors. http://douglasoutdoors.com/Produced by Jason Reif of http://freestone-media.com/ Produced by Jason Reif Support This Pod...
2016-09-092h 32
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastRoad Trip To MichiganRob's StealthCraft ATB needed some TLC and some modifications to the trailer. He denied to drive to Baldwin Michigan to the StealthCraft Boats HQ, met some PHWFF folks, and stopped in at bunch of fly shops. Rob fishes the Pere Marquette.Rob drove up on a Thursday morning and returned Friday night. This is a summer road trip story. This podcast is brought to you by douglasoutdoors.comPlease visit stealthcraftboats.com to build your next drift boat. Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast
2016-08-181h 11
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastRoad Trip: Big Apple --> Buckeye StateFirst of the summer road trips. Rob takes his microphone with him on this adventure. Rob get assaulted by someones gran in Central Park, sees a Broadway play, records an intro to New York Public Radio, eats a lot of awesome food, sight casts to carp, and does a lot of walking. Then Rob and his family head to Ohio. Brought to you by Ayoba-Yo (Ayoba-yo.com) Traditional South African dried meats.Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Le...
2016-07-091h 13
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastOne Liners & Common Phrases Said While GuidingA compiled list of common one liners, phrases, and sayings Rob uses on a regular basis. Some of these are from Rob's memory, some are from notes he took when with Lefty Kreh. If you fish with Rob you'll hear him tell stories and one liners.This podcast is brought to you by Ayoba-Yo. A Northern Virginia small business making authentic South African Biltong, Droëwors, and Boerewors.https://www.ayoba-yo.com/Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...
2016-06-071h 01
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastBeer, Biscuits, & Bushwacking Schmungleland in Western NCRob and his family head down to Asheville, NC for spring break. The pixie is feeling under the weather and the drive takes longer than expected. This episode is about fly fishing on a vacation with a family that does not fish. Rob sneaks out to get some fishing and eating in while the wife takes care of the kid at the hotel. When Rob gets back from fishing the wife goes out and he watches the sick kid. The original podcast was lost somewhere along a mountain stream. Here is Rob's story. Produced by Jason Reif
2016-04-0559 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastChoosing The Right Fly For ShadRob has spent the past 17 springs trying to figure out the absolute BEST fly for fly fishing for shad. Take a listen to what he casts and why. In this episode you will learn about fly and hook size, body material colors, anatomy of a basic shad fly, and all about the Snowhite Damsel. The damsel seems to be the most effective fly for shad that Rob has ever come across. All flies can be purchased through Rob's website.Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Learn more about your ad c...
2016-02-2439 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastA Novice Angler Walks Into A Fly Shop....Are you new to fly fishing? If so, this should help answer some questions. You also get a great recipe for curry chicken thighs with cauliflower.Rob has been guiding and working in fly shops for years. He answers the same questions over and over. This is a compiled list of what a fly angler will expect when they first walk into a fly shop. The purpose is to make you feel more comfortable and less intimidated. Buy what you need to start and leave the fancy things for later. Rob considers this one of...
2015-11-081h 04
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastFavorite Trout FliesRob's favorite and most productive terrestrials, traditional dries, nymphs, junk flies, and streamers. The entire point of this podcast is that fly fishing doesn't always have to be technical, analytical, and by the book. Rob tosses unconventional flies to trout with great success. Listen as he describes his views on the flies he creates and what goes into them. You can find these flies in Rob's Etsy store. Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2015-10-191h 13
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastRob's Top Bass FliesRob has been fishing for largemouth bass since his first cast. Rob began fly fishing for largemouth bass in elementary school and began tying flies for them in high school. Listen as he talks about his favorite flies for largemouth that also catch smallmouth and striped bass. You can view Rob's original pattens on his Etsy store or website linked below. Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2015-09-021h 04
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastThe Life History Of The Northern SnakeheadThe Life History Of The Northern Snakehead. Everything you ever wanted to know about the Northern Snakehead. This fish showed up in a Maryland pond and the entire nation went crazy. Most of what people know of these fish is completely wrong. Rob breaks down everything you need to know and didn't think you needed to know about these slimy fish. He starts with their taxonomy and appearance in geologic time. Rob describes what they look like, what they eat, how they communicate, reproduce, and live out of water. There are some crazy facts in this episode...
2015-08-041h 15
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastSecurity Gates And No Trespassing Signs In OrlandoRob's family and his parents head down to Orlando to visit the other Snow White at Disney. Rob packs his fishing gear and does some preliminary research on Google Maps. It looks like largemouth territory so that's gear Rob packs. The hotel ponds have grass carp, the parking lot ponds have otters, and the neighborhood ponds have alligators. Listen as Rob drives the rental car all over Orlando looking for a fishy spot where he won't get eaten by a prehistoric reptile. Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Learn more...
2015-06-1032 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastInside The 2015 Fly Fishing Show At Somerset, NJInside The 2015 Fly Fishing Show At Somerset, NJThe annual fly fishing show at Somerset, NJ. This is the largest fly fishing show in the world. The venue is old and the place gets crowded. Rob ties flies and walks the isles for the most fun a fly angler can have in a weekend during the winter. Rob meets all sorts of folks and puts a mic in their face to get their story. You will hear more influential people on these show podcasts than anywhere else. Does Rob find the gear he is looking for? Do...
2015-01-281h 25
Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast50 Places To Fly Fish Before You Die With Conway Bowman50 Places To Fly Fish Before You Die With Conway Bowman. Most anglers know Conway Bowman as the guy that catches mako sharks off the coast of San Diego with fly rods. He's also a big bass and carp angler and surfer and dad and husband and so much more. Rob calls up Conway to discuss his life in fishing, family road trips, what flies to bring when you travel, filming, packing, and fighting fish. Should Rob ask about that opening of the Oscars with Conway's twin sister and Rob Lowe? Produced by Jason Reif
2015-01-091h 17
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastStories From The Salmon River 2014Salmon River Story Telling. Rob heads north to the Salmon River of New York. Strange things always happen on these road trips from the people Rob meets to the friends he's had for years. Listen as Rob talks about the flies and gear he brings with him and the weather and water levels that dictate what flies are used. Always be prepared for horrible weather up there. Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2014-12-091h 26
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastUnprepared In Ohio | What Was Rob ThinkingUnprepared In Ohio. Rob packs his fishing gear as he and the family head to Ohio to see his inlaws. Rob recounts his travels around Columbus looking for ideal fishing locations. There is everything from carp and buffalo to muskie and smallmouth within a few minutes of his inlaws. Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2014-10-0523 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastCharleston, South CarolinaLow Country Food and Fly Fishing in Charleston, SC. Rob and his family head down to the low country for some good food and a little fly fishing. Rob talks about the climate and ecosystem he encounters as he drives from island to island. He meeds up with is buddy David for some redfish adventures in an alligator infested salt marsh. Put your bets down to see what animal 'bites' Rob on this trip when he picked it up. Produced by Jason Reif Support This Podcast Learn more about...
2014-08-1559 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastTying Flies At The Winston-Salem Fly Fishing ShowTying Flies At The Winston-Salem Fly Fishing Show. Rob heads south for the fly fishing show in North Carolina. There is an impending snow storm so everyone is a bit on edge. This is Rob's first time in this part of the state and he finds the cuisine absolutely amazing. Rob ties flies, talks to exhibitors, and introduces one of the youngest fly tiers he has ever met. One of Rob's most memorable moments from this trip is sitting down for breakfast with Lefty Kreh. We learn all about fishing in this part of the south.
2014-02-1838 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastFly Fishing Ohio's Steelhead Alley Annual PodcastFly Fishing Ohio's Steelhead Alley Annual PodcastRob is back in Ohio for the holidays and wants to do another trip to Lake Erie. Rob doesn't speak Russian so its hard for him to communicate at his in-law's house. He needs some vacation time from being a stay at home dad and its time for the grand parents to spend time with the pixie. So Rob handed off the kid and headed north from Columbus.Support This Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2014-01-041h 52
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastStories From The Salmon River 20132013 Salmon River Steelhead Trip.Stories from the Salmon River 2013. Rob tells stories and recounts his adventures from Northern Virgina to Lake Ontario. Listen as he breaks down the gear he uses and the techniques required to catch, fight, and land Great Lakes steelhead. Rob narrows down his favorite fly patterns and introduces some new ones. You can purchase flies for your next steelhead trip in the link below. Rob ties elegant streamers and nymphs and beautiful junk flies too.Support This Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...
2013-11-221h 21
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastSteelhead Alley Flies With Autumn Siren FliesSteelhead Alley Flies With Autumn Siren Flies- Rob calls up a well known steelhead fly tier for this week's show. You can laugh at Rob when he realizes he isn't talking to an adult and that this is a high school student. Can steelhead be landed on 4x tippet? Which streamer patterns work best on the Lake Erie tributaries? Did you know a lot of baitfish die in the rivers in winter from the cold and there is a fly called a white death to imitate them? Maybe Rob will be convinced to fish caddis nymphs for steelhead.
2013-10-2244 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastLive From ICAST and IFTD 2013 Las VegasPart 1 Live From ICAST and IFTD 2013 Las Vegas. This is Rob's first trip to the world's largest tackle trade show with fly fishing included for the first time. Rob walks up and down and up and down the isles to interview attendees and exhibitors. This is Rob's first trip to Vegas and its a strange trip. There are some after party interviews and lobby interviews. Some of the people have been world famous for years and some are up and coming innovators and anglers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2013-07-1858 min
Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast2013 Potomac River Snakehead Tournament2013 Potomac Snakehead Tournament. Live from the 2013 Potomac River Snakehead Tournament. Spatterdock. Rob and his eclectic crew of anglers set out to fish an overnight tournament where the biggest snakehead wins. Will they get into fish this year? How will the boat perform? Rob learned a lot from the previous tournament and now he is more prepared. Rob interviews attendees and those that run the event. Snakehead Flies For Sale Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2013-07-041h 21
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastPreparing For BonefishPreparing For Bonefish. Background information about the Bonefish and what you need to plan your first or next trip.Rob spent part to the winter 1999-2000 working at Grand Slam Outfitters in Key Largo, Florida. He had some basic knowledge of what to pack for fishing there based on watching Saturday morning TV shows, reading books, and working in a fly shop. Everything Rob thought he know about bone fishing and packing for a trip was thrown out the window the first day on the flats boat with Mike Carrier. He spent the next two months learning...
2013-05-1754 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastBarbed Hooks | Stories Of People Getting HookedBarbed Hook Removal Stories. You would think Rob would be the expert in de-barbing hooks and not getting hooked by barbed hooks. He gave a presentation to his public speaking class on how to remove fish hooks from people in his sophomore year of college. Rob did it again, he put a hook through his finger. In his kitchen. While tying. The doctor would not allow filming of the hook removal as they did in Colorado. Watch a doctor remove a bacon fly from Rob's arm using only dental floss. Learn more about...
2013-04-2530 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastFly Fishing Mossy Creek, VaFly Fishing Mossy Creek, VaRob breaks down the natural history of this famous Virginia spring creek. Considered by many as the most challenging stream to fish in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Rob explains how to gear up for a trip to 'mossy', the species you may encounter, why you should avoid small black and white mammals along the stream, and how to avoid breaking your leg while stalking trout. Be sure to fish this stream throughout the year to experience the variety of fishing conditions. If this stream was closer Rob would be there all the...
2012-12-0349 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastFly Fishing Washington DC's Tidal BasinFly fishing Washington DC's The Tidal Basin. Rob breaks down the history and formation of the Tidal Basin. The basin has seen it all from its construction a hundred years ago to the constantly flooded sidewalks from global warming today. Rob began fishing the Tidal Basin one summer night and never looked back. He now considers it to be one of the premiere fly fishing destinations out of everywhere he has traveled. Rob's largest snakeheads, gar, carp, largemouth, catfish, and more have been pulled out of these docile waters in the shadows of monuments and federal buildings. ...
2012-09-1941 min
Fly Fishing Consultant Podcast2012 Potomac Snakehead Tournament2012 Potomac Snakehead Tournament. Rob and a group of dudes enter the tournament. Its mostly bow hunters but this crack team of fly anglers has a plan. Its crazy hot out and there are some crazy looking boats that showed up at the lot. Rob has his 16' aluminum drift boat and some crazy looking flies. Lets hope they don't make Rob eat any snakehead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2012-06-1829 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastFly Fishing For Shad | How To Catch A Lot Of FishRob is the leading authority on fly fishing for shad. Rob has been fly fishing for shad since his last years in college. He has been professionally guiding clients for shad for over a decade. Fly fishing for shad. From migrations and taxonomy to the rods and flies to use. This episode breaks down everything you need to know about how to catch shad on a fly rod. Rob will discuss the differences between American and hickory shad and the other fish you may encounter during this spring migration. Be sure to visit Rob's store to purchase shad flies. ...
2012-04-2541 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastRob's Caught His First SnakeheadIt finally happened. Rob landed his first Northern Snakehead and it was a true river monster. Listen as he recounts the trials and tribulations in his quest to catch this fish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2011-06-0922 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastA short story about two days spent with friends in Idaho in 2007A short story summarizing two days spent with friends in Idaho in 2007. Rob originally wanted to be an outdoor writer. Too much to worry about when writing versus speaking led Rob to record his stories instead. This is a story Rob wrote for submission to a few fly fishing magazines. Chasing bull trout in a small stream in Idaho. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2011-02-0326 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastA brief talk on fish orders and families and how they relate to fly fishingFish Orders and FamiliesRob is a huge nerd. He thinks about fish all the time. He does not think about eating them. Fish and fishing was a huge part of Rob's childhood from indoor trips to the Baltimore Aquarium and Eugenie Clark's labs to his youth snorkeling the coral reef in his grand parents back yard. Rob read every fish and fishing book at this local library as soon as he could drive there. Rob sat in the front and center seats in his ichthyology and vertebrate zoology classes. He also taught high school biology for...
2010-07-2733 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastFish Anatomy and Physiology For Fly AnglersRob is a huge nerd. He thinks about fish all the time. He does not think about eating them. Fish and fishing was a huge part of Rob's childhood from indoor trips to the Baltimore Aquarium and Eugenie Clark's labs to his youth snorkeling the coral reef in his grand parents back yard. Rob read every fish and fishing book at this local library as soon as he could drive there. Rob sat in the front and center seats in his ichthyology and vertebrate zoology classes. He also taught high school biology for several years. And now he teaches...
2010-06-2457 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastSo You Want To Tie Flies - What You Do And Don't NeedFly tying. Did you get into this to save money or be creative? How are you going to organize all this? Are you going to start cutting apart road kill and saving your belly button lint? Rob has been tying flies since spring break his junior year of high school. It is more than an art. He ties for fun and commercially. Rob teaches a monthly fly tying class in Arlington, Va monthly. He is renowned for his use of everyday materials that are repurposed into fly tying material. This episode is about all the...
2010-04-2541 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastEntomology: Fly Fishing and Bugs - What Every Fly Angler Needs To KnowRob is really into bugs. He is credited with compiling the largest and most extensive insect collection at the University Of Mary Washington. Listen as Rob describes the insects considered important to fly fly fishing. The flies that fish eat, the patterns to represent them, how to differentiate insects and more. Be sure to use the 'Google Lens' feature on your smart phone to identify insects. You can always send Rob a pic of something to identify. Everyone else does.A brief talk on insects and how...
2010-02-2752 min
Fly Fishing Consultant PodcastIntroduction | The Fly Fishing Consultant With Rob SnowhiteThis is the introductory podcast in a series of educational podcasts about fly fishing. The sound is not that great and I'm a bit nervous. Rob wanted to create a podcast series based on his guiding syllabus. Each episode covers a specific topic in the myriad of topics related to catching fish with a fly. Episodes will be Rob leading a classroom style discussion and others will be interviews. Rob will record his travels and adventures across the world and near home. The idea for the podcast started in 2009. This is the longest running fly fishing podcast on iTunes.
2010-01-3004 min