The Destination Angler Podcast

Our Destination is Northwestern, Connecticut, and the upper Housatonic River. And our guest is expert guide and speaker, Stephen Pogo-JEN-ski, or Pogo for short. Pogo has a passion for fly angling for large predator fish such as Muskie and Pike and holds a world record for Walleye on the fly. Listen while Pogo takes us into the mind of the Northern Pike and top techniques to take 'em on the fly. Bonus: Pogo's take on the perfect mix of water temps, barometric pressure and moon phases to maximize success. With host, Steve Haigh. Pogo_Pike Pogo's picks: top flies for the Housatonic: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast/ On Instagram: @Pogo_Pike PogoPike YouTube Channel. Here you will find a tremendous repository of teaching videos on Pike and Muskie fishing: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMEjhOWmC12aPJrKvylInfQ I particularly like this video – For the Love of Fishing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tdLGhzA7AVI Contact info: [email protected] (619) 518—8750 Destination Angler: The Destination Angler Website and Show Notes: http://destinationangler.libsyn.com/ On Facebook Get updates and pictures of destinations covered on each podcast: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast Join in the conversation with the Destination Angler Connection group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/984515755300748/ On Instagram: @DestinationAnglerPodcast Comments, suggestions, and guides interested in being on the show, contact host, Steve Haigh, email [email protected] Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or where ever you get your podcasts Recorded Sep 24, 2020. Episode 22. Music on the show by A Brother's Fountain, "Hitch Hike-Man" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/406xtacQIl0jIvWElyLRfC?si=KT8jSjpFTrSQORaJuvsGIA

Fishing the Frying Pan River with Eli Vock, Frying Pan Anglers The Destination Angler Podcast – September 18, 2020 Our destination is Basalt, Colorado, and the legendary Frying Pan River. Our guest is expert guide and fly fisherman, Eli Vock, with Frying Pan Anglers. The "Pan" is a Gold Medal fishery and a top destination for trophy Rainbows and Browns. It offers excellent year-round dry fly fishing, amazing scenery, and off the charts trout populations. Listen while Eli shares his deep knowledge of hatches, hot spots, specialized knots for swinging flies, and tactics to elicit explosive strikes. Bonus: targeting big trout and how to beat the crowds. With host, Steve Haigh. Eli Vock: Eli's picks: top flies for the Frying Pan: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast/ On Instagram: @RyzeFishing Frying Pan Anglers: http://www.fryingpananglers.com/ 231 Midland Ave, Basalt, CO | 970-927-3441 On Instagram: @FryingPanAnglers On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Frying-Pan-Anglers-122291864447900 Destination Angler: The Destination Angler Website and Show Notes: http://destinationangler.libsyn.com/ On Facebook Get updates and pictures of destinations covered on each podcast: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast Join in the conversation with the Destination Angler Connection group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/984515755300748/ On Instagram: @DestinationAnglerPodcast Comments, suggestions, and guides interested in being on the show, contact host, Steve Haigh, email [email protected] Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or where ever you get your podcasts Recorded Sep 16, 2020. Episode 21. Podcast edited by Podcast Volume https://www.podcastvolume.com/ Music on the show by A Brother's Fountain, "Hitch Hike-Man" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/406xtacQIl0jIvWElyLRfC?si=KT8jSjpFTrSQORaJuvsGIA

Our destination is Western Montana and the top locations for every season. Our guest is guide and outfitter, Jason Morrison, of Jason Morrison Outfitters, Billings, MT. Jason is a multi-species angler and expert on many of the top fisheries throughout the state. In fact, Jason has a unique philosophy, that the best fishing can be found away from the crowds and on a wide variety of water, depending on the time of the year. So, buckle your seatbelts and get ready for a whirlwind tour that includes Rock Creek, the Blackfoot, Clark's Fork, Land of the Giants, Ft Peck Reservoir, lower Yellowstone, and the Beartooth Range. Bonus: what to throw when trout are gorged on Salmon Flies and an up-close and personal moose encounter. With host, Steve Haigh. Jason Morrison Jason Morrison Outfitters: https://jasonmorrisonoutfitters.com/ Phone: (406) 531-9039 On Instagram: @JasonMorrisonOutfitters Jason's top picks for watering holes: Ekstrom's Stage Station: 81 Rock Creek Road, Clinton, MT 59825 Ft Peck Hotel: 175 South Missouri Street Fort Peck, Montana 59223 Destination Angler: The Destination Angler Website and Show Notes: http://destinationangler.libsyn.com/ On Facebook Get updates and pictures of destinations covered on each podcast: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast Join in the conversation with the Destination Angler Connection group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/984515755300748/ On Instagram: @DestinationAnglerPodcast Comments, suggestions, and guides interested in being on the show, contact host, Steve Haigh, email [email protected] Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or where ever you get your podcasts Recorded Sep 3, 2020. Episode 20. Podcast edited by Podcast Volume https://www.podcastvolume.com/ Music on the show by A Brother's Fountain, "Hitch Hike-Man" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/406xtacQIl0jIvWElyLRfC?si=KT8jSjpFTrSQORaJuvsGIA

Our destination is Livingston, MT, and the mighty Yellowstone River. Our guest is expert guide, Josh Edwards, with Yellowstone Angler and ChillinCharters. Known the world over, the Yellowstone is a top Blue-Ribbon fishery, and for good reason. Starting in Yellowstone National Park, this river offers over 120 miles of quality trout habitat, prolific hatches, and gorgeous Montana scenery. Josh gives us tactics for every season covering the trophy sections from Gardiner to Big Timber, tips on mayflies, Salmon Flies, and the always tricky Mother's Day Caddis hatch, plus top local hopper patterns and catch & release practices. Bonus: tales of monster trout in Chile and how a broken fan belt changed Josh's life! With host, Steve Haigh. Josh "Jed" Edwards Josh's picks for top flies on the Yellowstone: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast/ Josh's Guide Company: ChillnCharters Feel free to DM Josh on Instagram: @ChillnCharters Josh's pick for top watering hole: Murry Bar, 201 W Park St, Livingston, MT 59047 Livingston, MT Yellowstone Angler: https://www.yellowstoneangler.com/ On Instagram: @yellowstoneangler On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GeorgeAndersonsYellowstoneAngler/ 406-222-7130 | [email protected] Destination Angler: The Destination Angler Website and Show Notes: http://destinationangler.libsyn.com/ On Facebook Get updates and pictures of destinations covered on each podcast: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast Join in the conversation with the Destination Angler Connection group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/984515755300748/ On Instagram: @DestinationAnglerPodcast Comments, suggestions, and guides interested in being on the show, contact host, Steve Haigh, email [email protected] Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or where ever you get your podcasts Recorded Aug 27, 2020. Episode 19. Podcast edited by Podcast Volume https://www.podcastvolume.com/ Music on the show by A Brother's Fountain, "Hitch Hike-Man" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/406xtacQIl0jIvWElyLRfC?si=KT8jSjpFTrSQORaJuvsGIA

Our destination is Carlisle, Pennsylvania, and the hallowed grounds of the Letort Spring Run, possibly THE most famous limestone spring creek in the East and considered the birthplace of American terrestrial fishing. Our guest is expert guide and conservationist, Neil Sunday, head guide with Relentless Fly Fishing, TCO Fly Shops. Neil covers the rich angling tradition of the Letort, famous meadows and runs, public access, top flies, and techniques for even the most experienced angler. Added bonus: fishing microcurrents over cress beds for wily brown trout and why some men cry when fishing this challenging stream! With host, Steve Haigh. Neil Sunday Neil's picks for top flies on the Letort Spring Run: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast/ Neil's video on the Letort: https://vimeo.com/257750799 On Instagram: @neilsunday Email: [email protected] Relentless Fly Fishing: http://www.relentlessflyfishing.com/ On Instagram: @relentlessflyfishing 410-490-3427 | [email protected] TCO Fly Shops: https://www.tcoflyfishing.com/ On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tcoflyshop/ On Instagram: @tcoflyshop (717) 609-0169 Destination Angler: The Destination Angler Website and Show Notes: http://destinationangler.libsyn.com/ On Facebook Get updates and pictures of destinations covered on each podcast: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast Join in the conversation with the Destination Angler Connection group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/984515755300748/ On Instagram: @DestinationAnglerPodcast Comments, suggestions, and guides interested in being on the show, contact host, Steve Haigh, email [email protected] Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or where ever you get your podcasts Recorded Aug 13, 2020. Episode 18. Podcast edited by Podcast Volume https://www.podcastvolume.com/ Music on the show by A Brother's Fountain, "Hitch Hike-Man" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/406xtacQIl0jIvWElyLRfC?si=KT8jSjpFTrSQORaJuvsGIA

Our destination is Jackson Hole, Wyoming and Fish Creek, a top spring creek in the West known for trophy native cutthroat trout. Our guest is expert guide and fly fisherman, Joe Irby, with Grand Fishing Adventures. Joe shares why the Jackson Hole area is a fly anglers paradise and why Fish Creek should be on every angler's bucket list. Added bonus: spotting trout taking emergers and why your first cast needs to be your best cast. With host, Steve Haigh. See Joe's picks for top flies on Fish Creek: Destination Angler Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast/ Grand Fishing Adventures: https://grandfishing.com/ 307-734-9684 On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grandfishingadventures/ On Instagram: @grandfishingadventures Teton Village Sports: https://www.tetonvillagesports.com/ 3285 W Village Dr. Teton Village, WY 83025 Phone: 307-733-2181 Destination Angler: The Destination Angler Website and Show Notes: http://destinationangler.libsyn.com/ On Facebook Get updates and pictures of destinations covered on each podcast: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast Join in the conversation with the Destination Angler Connection group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/984515755300748/ On Instagram: @DestinationAnglerPodcast Comments, suggestions, and guides interested in being on the show, contact host, Steve Haigh, email [email protected] Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or where ever you get your podcasts Recorded Aug 5, 2020. Episode 17. Podcast edited by Podcast Volume https://www.podcastvolume.com/ Music on the show by A Brother's Fountain, "Hitch Hike-Man" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/406xtacQIl0jIvWElyLRfC?si=KT8jSjpFTrSQORaJuvsGIA

This week our destination are the alpine lakes and streams in Rocky Mountain National Park in beautiful Colorado. Our guest is expert backcountry guide and fly fisherman, Tom Caprio, with 5280 Angler. Tom specializes in backcountry angling and has fished the Park for over 30 years. Hear an overview of the endless fishing opportunities at altitude, tips on how to read alpine lakes, food sources for trout at altitude, simplifying your gear, effects of wind and weather on fly selection, must-have flies, safety, and more. Added bonus, how to size up lakes for fishing potential with topo maps and Google Earth. So if you want to escape the crowds and the heat down low, listen while Tom enlightens us on the amazing fishing opportunities at altitude in this spectacular part of the world. With host, Steve Haigh. 5280 Angler: https://5280angler.com/ [email protected] | 720.450.7291 On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5280Angler/ On Instagram: @5280angler or @TomCaprioFlyfishing Tom Caprio: 303.601.3727 cell Tom's Top Flies for RMNP: See pictures of Tom's top fly picks for Rocky Mountain National Park on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast Chubby Chernobyl: olive and brown bodies: 12/14/16 Stimulator: 12 yellow body Elk caddis: 16/18 yellow or brown body Ant- black/ red: parachute- 16/18 Beetle: 16 black Hopper: 12 Beadhead pheasant tail- 14/16/18 (soft hackles work well too) Beadhead prince- 16/18 Egg- apricot-16 San Juan or Squirmy worm- brown / pink Orange asher-14 or 16 Black Midge emergers: 18/20 Rainbow Warrior: 18 Griffiths Gnat- 18 Parachute adams- 14/16/18/20 Wooly worm- olive or black-12 Scud- olive 16, orange 12 Beadhead wooly bugger: olive and black 12 RMNP resources: A Fly Fishing Guide To Rocky Mountain National Park, by Steven B. Schweitzer Fishing Rocky Mountain National Park: https://www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/fishing.htm Destination Angler: The Destination Angler Website and Show Notes: http://destinationangler.libsyn.com/ On Facebook Get updates and pictures of destinations covered on each podcast: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast Join in the conversation with the Destination Angler Connection group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/984515755300748/ On Instagram: @destinationanglerpodcast Comments, suggestions, and guides interested in being on the show, contact host, Steve Haigh, email [email protected] Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or where ever you get your podcasts Recorded July 30, 2020. Episode 16. Podcast edited by Podcast Volume https://www.podcastvolume.com/ Music on the show by A Brother's Fountain, "Hitch Hike-Man" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/406xtacQIl0jIvWElyLRfC?si=KT8jSjpFTrSQORaJuvsGIA

This week our destination is the world-famous Bitterroot River in Western Montana. Our guest is expert guide and historian, Chad Williams, with Total Outfitters fly shop, Lolo, MT. A veritable bug factory, Chad takes us through top hatches and must-have patterns, covering the East, West, and main branches of this blue-ribbon trout stream. Added bonus, tips on public access, fishing the wood, and local history. Montana at its finest! With host, Steve Haigh. See pictures of Chad's fly box for the Bitterroot on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast Total Outfitters Fly Shop: https://www.total-outfitters.com/ [email protected] | 406 493 1502 On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/totaloutfittersmontana/ On Instagram: @totaloutfitters Chad's Bench - How to ty the Brindle Chute: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7m99qpQGB_E Destination Angler: The Destination Angler Website and Show Notes: http://destinationangler.libsyn.com/ On Facebook Get updates and pictures of destinations covered on each podcast: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast Join in the conversation with the Destination Angler Connection group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/984515755300748/ On Instagram: @destinationanglerpodcast Comments, suggestions, and guides interested in being on the show, contact host, Steve Haigh, email [email protected] Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or where ever you get your podcasts Recorded July 23, 2020. Episode 15. Podcast edited by Podcast Volume https://www.podcastvolume.com/ Music on the show by A Brother's Fountain, "Hitch Hike-Man" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/406xtacQIl0jIvWElyLRfC?si=KT8jSjpFTrSQORaJuvsGIA

This week our destination is Sugar Creek and the Tippecanoe River in Western Indiana, two of the best Smallmouth Bass fisheries in the Midwest. Our guest is expert guide, author, and speaker, Chad Miller, owner of Sugar Creek Anglers. Chad shares stories on how Smallmouth think, what they eat, and tactics for the most selective Smallie. Added bonus, fishing terrestrials, plus custom fly patterns that will surprise the most experienced Smallmouth angler. With host, Steve Haigh. See pictures of Chad's custom flies for Sugar Creek and the Tippecanoe River on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast Sugar Creek Anglers: https://www.sugarcreekanglers.com/ [email protected] | 765-401-6034 On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sugarcreekanglers/ On Instagram: @chadmillerflyfishing Destination Angler: The Destination Angler Website and Show Notes: http://destinationangler.libsyn.com/ On Facebook Get updates and pictures of destinations covered on each podcast: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast Join in the conversation with the Destination Angler Connection group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/984515755300748/ On Instagram: @destinationanglerpodcast GoFundMe site: donate to the Help Fishing Guides Survive the Coronavirus: https://www.gofundme.com/f/Coronavirus-fishing-guide-fund Comments, suggestions and guides interested in being on the show, contact host, Steve Haigh, email [email protected] Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or where ever you get your podcasts Recorded July 14, 2020. Episode 14. Podcast edited by Podcast Volume https://www.podcastvolume.com/ Music on the show by A Brother's Fountain, "Hitch Hike-Man" On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/406xtacQIl0jIvWElyLRfC?si=KT8jSjpFTrSQORaJuvsGIA

This week our destination is Upper North Platte River in South Central Wyoming, one of the premier Blue-Ribbon trout streams in the West. Our guest is Benjy Duke, Expeditions Director for the famous A Bar A Ranch. Listen while Benjy takes us through the seasons explaining key hatches, go-to techniques, public access, local history, and conservation. Added bonus, fishing massive Trico spinner hatches to pods of rising trout. If you like pristine wilderness and world-class trout fishing in a remote setting, this episode is for you! With host, Steve Haigh. See pictures of Benjy's top flies for the Upper North Platte on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast The A-Bar-A Ranch: https://www.abararanch.com/ [email protected] On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbarAranch/ On Instagram: @abararanch Destination Angler: The Destination Angler Website and Show Notes: http://destinationangler.libsyn.com/ On Facebook Get updates and pictures of destinations covered on each podcast: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast Join in the conversation with the Destination Angler Connection group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/984515755300748/ On Instagram: @destinationanglerpodcast GoFundMe site: donate to the Help Fishing Guides Survive the Coronavirus: https://www.gofundme.com/f/Coronavirus-fishing-guide-fund Comments, suggestions and guides interested in being on the show, contact host, Steve Haigh, email [email protected] Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or where ever you get your podcasts Recorded July 9, 2020. Episode 13. Podcast edited by Podcast Volume https://www.podcastvolume.com/ Music on the show by A Brother's Fountain, "Hitch Hike-Man" On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/406xtacQIl0jIvWElyLRfC?si=KT8jSjpFTrSQORaJuvsGIA

This week our destination is the Driftless region of Southwest Wisconsin. Our guest is expert guide and fly fisherman, Matt Wagner, owner of the Driftless Angler fly shop in Viroqua, WI. Matt tells why the Driftless is the best-kept secret in the Midwest and shares tips, techniques, and the fly patterns you need to catch trout and lots of 'em. Added bonus, fishing leech patterns for lunker trout. With host, Steve Haigh See pictures of Matt's top flies for the Driftless on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast Steve's video fishing the Driftless with his son: https://youtu.be/VkSJNDRob4k The Driftless Angler Fly Shop: https://www.driftlessangler.com/ Address: 106 S Main St Viroqua, Wisconsin 54665: https://goo.gl/maps/8vzecycSJdDMCjJK8 Fishing Reports: https://www.driftlessangler.com/articles?tag=fishing-report On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/daflyshop On Instagram: @driftlessAngler Stop by the shop to pick up stream maps State of Wisconsin Color-coded trout streams maps: https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/fishing/trout/streammaps.html (key counties from the Podcast include Vernon, Crawford, Monroe, La Crosse) Destination Angler: The Destination Angler Website and Show Notes: http://destinationangler.libsyn.com/ On Facebook Get updates and pictures of destinations covered on each podcast: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast Join in the conversation with the Destination Angler Connection group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/984515755300748/ On Instagram: @destinationanglerpodcast GoFundMe site: donate to the Help Fishing Guides Survive the Coronavirus: https://www.gofundme.com/f/Coronavirus-fishing-guide-fund Comments, suggestions and guides interested in being on the show, contact your host, Steve Haigh, email [email protected] Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or where ever you get your podcasts Recorded June 30, 2020. Episode 12. Podcast edited by Podcast Volume https://www.podcastvolume.com/ Music on the show by A Brother's Fountain, "Hitch Hike-Man", on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/406xtacQIl0jIvWElyLRfC?si=KT8jSjpFTrSQORaJuvsGIA

This week our destination is Virginia and the historic James River for trophy Smallmouth Bass. Our Guest is Alex McCrickard, Aquatic Education Coordinator with Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources. Tips on how to break down the James including reading summertime water, top fly patterns, retrieve strategies, and when to go top-water and subsurface. As an added bonus, spring creek fishing on Mossy Creek for trophy Brown Trout. With host, Steve Haigh The Destination Angler Podcast – July 2, 2020 See pictures of Alex's top flies for the James River on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast Alex McCrickard: On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alex.mccrickard.9 On Instagram: @jamccrickard Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources: DWR Website:https://www.dgif.gov/ On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VirginiaDWR/ On Instagram: @virginiawildlife On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8ZKS7HcEEgT1IsHJB3eATA Subscribe to Notes from the Field for Monthly Fishing News around Virginia: https://www.dgif.gov/the-outdoor-report/ DWR James River Info: https://www.dgif.gov/waterbody/james-river-upper-middle/ DWR Mossy Creek Info: https://www.dgif.gov/waterbody/mossy-creek/ Alex's Smallmouth Articles and Smallmouth Video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=srkG8biiww0 Summer Smallmouth: https://www.dgif.gov/blog/summer-smallmouth-bass-fishing-in-virginia/ Fall Smallmouth: https://www.dgif.gov/blog/fall-smallmouth-bass-fishing-in-virginia/ Spring Smallmouth: https://www.dgif.gov/blog/spring-smallmouth-bass-fishing/ Fly Shops: http://mossycreekflyfishing.com/ https://www.murraysflyshop.com/ http://albemarleangler.com/ https://www.anglerslane.com/ https://taletellersva.com/ https://www.greentophuntfish.com/ Destination Angler: The Destination Angler Website and Show Notes: http://destinationangler.libsyn.com/ On Facebook Get updates and pictures of destinations covered on each podcast: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast Join in the conversation with the Destination Angler Connection group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/984515755300748/ On Instagram: @destinationanglerpodcast GoFundMe site: donate to the Help Fishing Guides Survive the Coronavirus: https://www.gofundme.com/f/Coronavirus-fishing-guide-fund Comments, suggestions and Guides interested in being on the show, contact your host, Steve Haigh, email [email protected] Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or where ever you get your podcasts Recorded June 25, 2020. Episode 11. Podcast edited by Podcast Volume https://www.podcastvolume.com/ Music on the show by A Brother's Fountain, "Hitch Hike-Man"

Our destination is Redding, CA, and the Lower Sacramento River. Our guest is expert guide and fly fisherman, Greg Kennedy, with The Fly Shop, who shares why this river is a top destination for large Rainbow trout. Listen as he takes us through the seasons and shares tips on top flies, which hatches to key in on, and the best stretches to fish. With host, Steve Haigh. The Fly Shop: https://www.theflyshop.com/ On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Fly-Shop-111446768893973/ On Instagram: @the_Fly_Shop Fish Kennedy Brothers: https://www.fishkennedybrothers.com/brothers.html On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FishKennedyBrothers/ On Instagram: @fishkennedybrothers Pictures of Greg's top flies for the Lower Sac – see the Destination Angler Facebook page GoFundMe site: donate to the Help Fishing Guides Survive the Coronavirus: https://www.gofundme.com/f/Coronavirus-fishing-guide-fund Destination Angler Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast Destination Angler on Instagram: @destinationanglerpodcast Destination Angler Connect - Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/984515755300748/ To contact your host, Steve Haigh, email [email protected] The Destination Angler Website and Show Notes: http://destinationangler.libsyn.com/ Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or where ever you get your podcasts Recorded June 17, 2020. Episode 10. Podcast edited by Podcast Volume https://www.podcastvolume.com/ Music on the show by A Brother's Fountain, "Hitch Hike-Man"

Our destination is northwestern Ontario's Lac Seul, known for producing trophy Muskie as big as your kid! And our guest is expert guide and author, Ben Beattie of Ben Beattie Outdoors. Ben shares why anglers worldwide come to Lac Seul to catch that "fish of a lifetime". We dive into the weeds with tips on best areas to fish, habits of trophy Muskies, importance of "terminal tackle", and a list of Ben's must-have baits for each season. Plus, tips on water temps, moon phases, barometric pressure, and more. Ben is a columnist for Ontario Out of Doors and is published in Muskie Hunter, Hooked Magazine, and numerous websites. With host, Steve Haigh. Ben Beattie Outdoors: https://www.benbeattieoutdoors.com/ On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ben.beattie.92 On Instagram: @BenBeattieOutdoors Pictures of Ben's musts have baits for trophy Muskies – see my the Destination Angler Facebook page Donate to the Help Fishing Guides Survive the Coronavirus: https://www.gofundme.com/f/Coronavirus-fishing-guide-fund Destination Angler Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast Destination Angler on Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/destinationanglerpodcast/ To contact your host, Steve Haigh, email [email protected] The Destination Angler Website and Show Notes: http://destinationangler.libsyn.com/ Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or where ever you get your podcasts Recorded June 7, 2020. Episode 9. Podcast edited by Podcast Volume https://www.podcastvolume.com/ Music on the show by A Brother's Fountain, "Hitch Hike-Man"

Our destination is the Au Sable River with expert guide, Josh Greenberg, of Gates Au Sable Lodge. Josh shares why so many flock to northern Michigan to hunt for big Browns and unlocks the secrets of the "fishing the wood" with dry flies. As an added bonus, tips on night fishing -- hex fishing and mousing – and must-have flies for Northern Michigan. With host, Steve Haigh. Gates Au Sable Lodge: https://gateslodge.com/ On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gateslodge/ Pictures of Josh's must-have flies for northern Michigan – see the Destination Angler Facebook page Please help the Guides at Gates Au Sable Lodge: donate to the Help Fishing Guides Survive the Coronavirus: https://www.gofundme.com/f/Coronavirus-fishing-guide-fund Destination Angler Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast Destination Angler on Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/destinationanglerpodcast/ To contact your host, Steve Haigh, email [email protected] The Destination Angler Website and Show Notes: http://destinationangler.libsyn.com/ Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or where ever you get your podcasts Recorded May 27, 2020. Episode 8. Podcast edited by Podcast Volume https://www.podcastvolume.com/ Music on the show by A Brother's Fountain, "Hitch Hike-Man"

Our destination this week is Elfin Cove, Alaska with expert guide and outfitter, Kieran Oliver. Alaska has it all with giant Halibut, Steelhead, and five species of Salmon, not to mention beautiful scenery and incredible wildlife. Kieran untangles the mystery of SE Alaska and how to land the fish of a lifetime. With host, Steve Haigh. Book a Trip with Kieran and Elfin Cove Resort: https://elfincoveresort.com/ On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elfincoveresort/ Pictures of Kieran's lures and flies: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast GoFundMe site: donate to the Help Fishing Guides Survive the Coronavirus: https://www.gofundme.com/f/Coronavirus-fishing-guide-fund Destination Angler Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast Destination Angler on Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/destinationanglerpodcast/ To contact your host, Steve Haigh, email [email protected] The Destination Angler Website and Show Notes: http://destinationangler.libsyn.com/ Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or where ever you get your podcasts Recorded May 16, 2020. Episode 7. Podcast edited by Podcast Volume https://www.podcastvolume.com/ Music on the show by A Brother's Fountain, "Hitch Hike-Man"

Our destination is Montana's fabled Smith River with expert guide and Montana native, Evan Youngblood. Evan unravels the mysteries of fly fishing success on the Smith and explains why anglers covet an opportunity to float this remote 59-mile beauty. A great storyteller, Evan regales us with interesting tales only a seasoned guide could tell. With host, Steve Haigh. Book a Trip on the Smith River with Montana Flyfishing Connection: http://www.montanaflyfishingconnection.com On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MontanaFlyFishingConnection/ How to stack mend: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=duR2bOgMwOE How to tie a Loop Knot: https://www.netknots.com/fishing_knots/non-slip-loop-knot Pictures of Evan's fly box: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast Save our Smith: this organization is trying to stop the mine on a tributary of the Smith River. Please read up and sign the petition: http://www.saveoursmith.com/ GoFundMe site: donate to the Help Fishing Guides Survive the Coronavirus: https://www.gofundme.com/f/Coronavirus-fishing-guide-fund Destination Angler Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast Destination Angler on Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/destinationanglerpodcast/ To contact your host, Steve Haigh, email [email protected] The Destination Angler Website and Show Notes: http://destinationangler.libsyn.com/ Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or where ever you get your podcasts Recorded May 12, 2020. Episode 6. Podcast edited by Podcast Volume https://www.podcastvolume.com/ Music on the show by A Brother's Fountain, "Hitch Hike-Man"

Our destination today is Canada's world-famous Nipigon River with award-winning outdoor writer, speaker, conservationist, and fishing guide, Gord Ellis. Gord shares why this river is "the land of big" and a top destination for monster Brook Trout anglers around the world. Listen as he takes us through the seasons with tips on flies, techniques & gear, and inspires us with the story behind restoring the Nipigon River. With host, Steve Haigh. Book a Trip with Gord Ellis and Nipigon River Adventures: email Ray at [email protected] or visit http://nipigonriveradventures.com/ View the 1937 "Quebec Lodge": http://nipigonriveradventures.com/the-lodge/ Gord Ellis on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gord.ellis Check out the Destination Angler Facebook page and Instagram to see pictures of Gord and the flies he uses: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast For Instagram, @DestinationAnglerPodcast. Gord mentions the North Shore Steelhead Association that is quite active in conservation efforts on the Nipigon and other tributaries of Lake Superior. https://northshoresteelhead.com/ If you'd like to donate to the Help Fishing Guides Survive the Coronavirus GoFundMe site, go here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/Coronavirus-fishing-guide-fund To contact your host, Steve Haigh, email [email protected] The Destination Angler Website and Show Notes: http://destinationangler.libsyn.com/ Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or where ever you get your podcasts Recorded May 7, 2020. Episode 5. Podcast edited by Podcast Volume https://www.podcastvolume.com/ Music on the show by A Brother's Fountain, "Hitch Hike-Man"

Our guest this week is expert fly-fishing guide, artist and musician, Joe McHugh of Ft Collins, CO, who shares why Northern Colorado and the Cache la Poudre should be on every fly fisher's bucket list. Joe walks us through the seasons on the Poudre and his top fly picks, including some killer soft hackle fly patterns and techniques. As a bonus, we discuss fly fishing books of old and Joe's thoughts on painting, fly-fishing, faith, and life. Contact Joe McHugh: to arrange a trip call St. Peter's Fly Shop in Ft Collins (970) 498-8968 or visit their website: https://stpetes.com/. To see Joe's artwork and learn about his music visit http://www.joemchughart.com/ Joe's soft hackle fly resources: "Wet Flies" by Dave Hughes, "The Soft Hackled Fly" by Sylvester Nemes, and "The Soft Hackled Fly Addict" also by Nemes. We'll be posting pictures of his fly box on Facebook. Joe's great all-around fly fishing books for reading pleasure: "Fly Fishing" by Lord Grey, "Going Fishing" by N. Farson, "Fishless Days and Angling Nights" by Sparse Grey Hackle, "Where the Bright Waters Meet" by Harry Plunket Greene, "Thy Rod and Thy Creel" by Odell Shepard, "The Fly and the Fish" by Atherton, "A Summer on the Test" by Hills, "Remembrances of Rivers Past" by Schwiebert. Help Fishing Guides Survive the Coronavirus GoFundMe site: https://www.gofundme.com/f/Coronavirus-fishing-guide-fund As mentioned on the show, the fishing guide business has been decimated by the Coronavirus situation. We've set up a special GoFundMe to raise money for Guides. Please consider giving if you can. Thank you. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast to see pictures of Joe and the flies he uses. The Destination Angler Website: http://destinationangler.libsyn.com/ Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or where ever you get your podcasts Recorded April 29, 2020. Episode 4. Podcast edited by Podcast Volume https://www.podcastvolume.com/ Music on the show by A Brother's Fountain, "Hitch Hike-Man"

Our guest this week is expert fly-fishing guide, Dustin Harley of Ripple Guide Service, who shares why Northern Indiana and Southwest Michigan may be the best-kept secret in big game fishing. Stories, tips, and techniques for hooking up with Salmon, Steelhead, Northern Pike, Longnose Gar, and Smallmouth bass on the St. Joe, Tippecanoe, and Yellow Rivers. It's a big world out there, now go and fish it! To Contact Dustin Harley to arrange a trip, call 574-993-7453 or visit his website: http://www.rippleguides.com/ or email [email protected] Help Fishing Guides Survive the Coronavirus GoFundMe site: https://www.gofundme.com/f/Coronavirus-fishing-guide-fund As mentioned on the show, the fishing guide business has been decimated by the Coronavirus situation. We've set up a special GoFundMe to raise money for Guides. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast The Destination Angler Website: http://destinationangler.libsyn.com/ Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or where ever you get your podcasts Recorded April 23, 2020. Episode 3. Podcast edited by Podcast Volume https://www.podcastvolume.com/ Music on the show by A Brother's Fountain, "Hitch Hike-Man"

Our guest this week is expert fly-fishing guide, Chad Johnson of CJ's White River Outfitter, who shares stories and tips on catching those giant brown trout the White River is known for. Not just in the winter, but all year long! Plus stories about his good friend Dave Whitlock, tips on how to catch big smallmouths "finesse-style", and great info on other wadable rivers in the area. To Contact Chad Johnson to arrange a trip or stay at his cabin, call (601) 668-5545 or visit his website: https://cjswhiteriveroutfitter.com/ Here's a video of my trip to the White River in 2019 with Chad as our guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MaE7nrci-nA&feature=youtu.be Chad is the head guide for Dally's Ozark Fly Fisher: https://theozarkflyfisher.com/ GoFundMe site to Help Fishing Guides Survive the Coronavirus. As mentioned on the show, the fishing guide business has been decimated by the Coronavirus situation. We've set up a special GoFundMe to raise money for Guides. The money raised will be split evenly with the Guides who appear on the show during the COVID-19 crisis. https://www.gofundme.com/f/Coronavirus-fishing-guide-fund Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DestinationAnglerPodcast The Destination Angler Website: http://destinationangler.libsyn.com/ Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or where ever you get your podcasts Recorded April 21, 2020. Episode 2.

Our guest today is fly-fishing guide and expert, Evan Dowdy of High Country Angler. He shares tips and techniques for fishing the trophy waters of the Watauga and South Holston Rivers in Eastern Tennessee. And as a special bonus, Evan gives us top flies and great tips on small stream fishing opportunities in the area for the wade fishermen. Contact Evan Dowdy: Website [email protected] 704-641-6815 Here's a video of my trip to Eastern Tennessee in 2018 GoFundMe site for Guides. As mentioned on the show, the fishing guide business has been decimated by the Coronavirus situation. We've set up a special GoFundMe to raise money for Guides. The money raised will be split evenly with the Guides who appear on the show during the COVID-19 crisis. Help Fishing Guides Survive the Coronavirus. The Destination Angler Podcast on Facebook. The Destination Angler Website. Recorded April 15, 2020