Dads On The Fly

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72. Taylor Klarman of River Run Angling. Finding solace in East Tennessee. Always learning in fly fishing. The challenges of being a new dad. Finding healing on the water. Jan 16, 2023

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Joshua and Caleb interview Taylor Klarman of River Run Angling in this episode. Taylor is a fairly new fly fishing guide in east Tennessee and a brand new dad. He has traveled all over the world in the military and has fished some amazing places. Fly fishing has helped him find healing after his time of service. Listen in as we discuss:

-Finding solace in East Tennessee
-Always learning new things on the water.
-Learning about new rigs to catch more fish
-Being a brand-new dad
-How fly fishing has helped find healing after a serving in the military
-and much more.

Find Taylor online:
Website: https://riverrunangling.com/
Instagram: @riverrunangling

Check out our sponsors:
TroutRoutes: https://troutinsights.com/
Maggie Valley Fly Shop: https://www.maggievalleyflyshop.com/
Anadromous Fly Company: https://www.aflyco.com/

Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=84380068

71. Zach Pope of TroutRoutes. Creating the #1 Trout Fishing App and tips for dads getting their kids on the water. Jan 09, 2023

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In this episode, Joshua and Caleb converse with Zachary Pope, the Founder and CEO of TroutRoutes. TroutRoutes is the ultimate guide to trout streams. Designed by avid anglers to include everything you need to discover and explore great trout fishing destinations across the United States. We discuss:

-Zach's early frustrations with fly fishing for trout
-How this lead to the creation of TroutRoutes
-All of TroutRoutes amazing features
-How to best use TroutRoutes
-Lessons learned along the way
-Tips for dads wanting to get their kids on the water
-How dads, specifically, can benefit from using TroutRoutes

Check out Zach and TroutRoutes online:
-Website with more information: https://troutinsights.com/
-Download the Apps:
-Google App: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.troutinsights.troutroutes&hl=en_US
-Apple App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/troutroutes/id1423989574
-Follow on Instagram: @troutroutes

Check out our sponsors:
Maggie Valley Fly Shop: https://www.maggievalleyflyshop.com/
Anadromous Fly Company: https://www.aflyco.com/

Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=84380068

70. Jess Westbrook of The Mayfly Project. Finding healing on the river. The story of The Mayfly Project. Jan 02, 2023

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In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview Jess Westbrook of The Mayfly Project. The Mayfly Project is a nonprofit organization that uses fly fishing as a catalyst to mentor children in foster care. Their mission is to support children in foster care through fly fishing and introduce them to their local water ecosystems, with a hope that connecting them to a rewarding hobby will provide an opportunity for foster children to have fun, feel supported, and develop a meaningful connection with the outdoors.

In this episode, we discuss:
-Being driven by fly fishing
-Finding healing from anxiety and trauma on the river
-Creating opportunities for foster kids to heal
-How The Mayfly Project impacts kids
-The growth of The Mayfly Project
-Connecting the most vulnerable population with some of the most passionate people
-How to get involved in The Mayfly Project

Learn more about The Mayfly Project:
Website: https://themayflyproject.com/
Instagram: @themayflyproject

Check out our sponsors:
Maggie Valley Fly Shop: https://www.maggievalleyflyshop.com/
Trout Routes: https://troutinsights.com/
Anadromous Fly Company: https://www.aflyco.com/

Support DadsOnTheFly: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=84380068

69. Looking Back & Looking Ahead. 2022 in review. What lies ahead for DadsOnTheFly in 2023. Dec 19, 2022

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In this episode, Joshua and Caleb discuss the past year and then look ahead to 2023. They discuss:

-past several months of episodes and our takeaways
-2022 goals achieved
-2022 goals not achieved
-2023 goals
-2023 plans for Dads On The Fly
-Ways you can get involved with Dads On The Fly
and much more!

Check out the upcoming 2023 Virginia Fly Fishing and Wine Festival: https://www.vaflyfishingfestival.com/

Check out our sponsors:
Maggie Valley Fly Shop: https://www.maggievalleyflyshop.com/
Anadromous Fly Company: https://www.aflyco.com/

68. Beau Beasley: Author, Fly Fishing Festival Director, Former Firefighter and Paramedic. Getting hooked on fly fishing. Writing on fly fishing. Helping others through fly fishing. Hosting festivals. Dec 12, 2022

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In this episode, Joshua and Caleb have a conversation with Beau Beasley.
Beau is the Festival Director of the Virginia Fly Fishing & Wine Festival and the Texas Fly Fishing & Brew Festival. He previously served 30 years as a firefighter with the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department and retired as the senior paramedic and Captain of Engine 427 in West Springfield, Virginia. He is an author who has written for multiple fly fishing publications and authored two books: "Fly Fishing Virginia: A No Nonsense Guide to Top Waters" and "Fly Fishing Mid-Atlantic: A No Nonsense Guide to Top Waters." He is currently working on a new book, "Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing," that will bring stories to life of brave men and women who served in the military.

In this episode, we discuss:
- Beau getting hooked on the drug of fish on the fly
- Meeting some legends in fly fishing almost on accident
- Writing on fly fishing
- How fly fishing has been helpful for himself and others
- Hosting a fly fishing festival
- What to look forward to at the 2023 Virginia Fly Fishing and Wine Festival
- How faith intersects with fly fishing and helping others along the way.
- and much more!

Check out Beau and his writings:
Website: https://beaubeasley.com/
Instagram: @beasley_beau
Fly Fishing Virginia: A No Nonsense Guide to Top Waters https://a.co/d/hKLEJDH (we've shared the link but encourage you to buy it at a local fly shop)
Fly Fishing the Mid-Atlantic: A No Nonsense Guide to Top Waters https://a.co/d/4keEJeW (we've shared the link but encourage you to buy it at a local fly shop)

Check out the Virginia and Texas Fly Fishing Festivals:
Virginia Fly Fishing and Wine Festival (January 14-15, 2023. Doswell, VA) https://www.vaflyfishingfestival.com/
Texas Fly Fishing and Brew Festival (February 25-26, 2023. Mesquite, TX) https://txflyfishingfestival.org/

Check out our sponsors:
Maggie Valley Fly Shop: https://www.maggievalleyflyshop.com/
Anadromous Fly Company: https://www.aflyco.com/

67. Brian Guengerich and David Moore of Rent This Rod. The importance of fishing buddies. Creating a Fly Fishing rental company. Stories of kids on the water. Dec 05, 2022

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In today's episode, Joshua and Caleb sit down with the owners of Rent This Rod, Brian Guengerich and David Moore. We discuss:

-David and Brian's introductions to fly fishing
-How a fishing buddy impacts your experience of learning or getting back into fly fishing
-The story of "Rent This Rod"
-Creating a fly fishing rental company
-The hard work behind the scenes of creating a small business
-David and Brian's recent fishing adventures
-Stories of getting their kids on the water
and much more!

Check out Rent This Rod:
Website: https://rentthisrod.com/
Facebook and Instagram: @rentthisrod

Check out our sponsors:
Maggie Valley Fly Shop: https://www.maggievalleyflyshop.com/
Anadromous Fly Company: https://www.aflyco.com/

Follow DadsontheFly online:
https://www.dadsonthefly.com/
Facebook and Instagram: @dadsonthefly

66. Matthew Carter of Orvis Greenville. Creating a community of anglers. Chasing authenticity as people and anglers. Getting kids on the water. Nov 28, 2022

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In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview Matthew Carter from the Orvis Greenville, SC location. We discuss:

-Matthew's beginnings in fly fishing
-The importance of fishing buddies when learning to fly fish
-The Orvis Greenville fly fishing community
-Exciting opportunities for fly fishing around Greenville, SC
-Why we fish
-Finding authenticity as an angler
-Getting kids on the water
-What taking family photos has taught Matthew about engaging with our kids
-and much more!

From this episode:
-Check out the Orvis Greenville, SC location: https://stores.orvis.com/us/south-carolina/greenville
-Follow them on Instagram: @orvisgreenville
-Find Matthew Online: https://www.matthewfranklincarter.com

Check out our sponsors:
-https://www.maggievalleyflyshop.com/
-https://www.aflyco.com/

65. The 2022 Fly Fishing Wish List Nov 21, 2022

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Just in time for holiday shopping, Joshua and Caleb take some time to discuss some items that you might want to include in your Christmas lists. However, this list isn't like other fly fishing wish lists. We leave out the essential fly fishing gear and discuss some niche items we have recently drawn to. We also take some time at the beginning of this episode to tell some of our recent fly-fishing stories.

Check out our recent interview with Dave from the Wet Fly Swing Podcast: https://wetflyswing.com/dads-on-the-fly-podcast-with-caleb-and-joshua-simmons-faith-fatherhood-and-fly-fishing/

Check out our sponsors:
Anadromous Fly Company: https://www.aflyco.com/
Maggie Valley Fly Shop: https://www.maggievalleyflyshop.com/

64. Tim Cammisa of Trout and Feather. Falling in love with fly tying. Debunking the "fly fishing industry." Teaching others fly fishing and tying. Keeping fly fishing fun. Nov 14, 2022

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In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview Tim Cammisa of Trout and Feather. Tim Cammisa started trout and Feather with a simple mission: Fly Fishing and Fly Tying for everyone. Tim has created a great video base of tips, tricks, and tutorials with tons of information to help lessen the learning curve for those wanting to get into fly fishing. He is also now the author of "Fly Tying for Everyone," where he teaches a broad range of techniques for dry flies, streamers, and wet flies by tying the modern flies that everyone is talking about. This episode was a ton of fun as we discussed:

-Falling in love with fly tying at the "liars club"
-Debunking the "fly fishing industry"
-Why tying your own flies is so special
-Why Tim loves teaching others
-Writing a fly tying book
-Funny stories on the water
-Juggling time with kids and being on the water
-Experiences with kids on the water
-Being outdoors with your family
-Fly fishing is supposed to be fun!!
-Fly fishing in Iceland
and much more!

Find Tim Cammisa online:
https://www.troutandfeather.com/
Buy Tim's Book: https://www.troutandfeather.com/new-products/fly-tying-for-everyone-book
Check out Tim's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TimCammisa
Instagram and TikTok: @troutandfeather

Check out our sponsors:
Maggie Valley Fly Shop: https://www.maggievalleyflyshop.com/
Anadromous Fly Company: https://www.aflyco.com/

63. Shannon Young of the Maggie Valley Fly Shop. Opening a brand new fly shop in WNC. Getting started Euro Nymphing. Getting kids on the water. Nov 07, 2022

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In this episode, Joshua and Caleb talk with Shannon Young, owner of the Maggie Valley Fly Shop located in the heart of Maggie Valley, NC. They discuss:

-Shannon's journey from bass fishing to trout on the fly
-Opening a new fly shop
-Falling in love with Western North Carolina
-A deep dive into Euro Nymphing and how to get started
-Opening a business with your wife and family
-Choosing the right type of guides for fishing
-Getting kids on the water and teaching them to fly fish

Make sure to check out the Maggie Valley Fly Shop:
-Website: https://www.maggievalleyflyshop.com/
-Instagram: @mvfs_2022

Reserve your spot for the first-ever Dads On The Fly Father/Son Retreat. April 28-30, 2023. Email us at thedads@dadsonthefly.com for more information and to reserve your spot.

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