The Barbless.co Fly Fishing Podcast

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**The Barbless.co Fly Fishing Podcast**

Join Hogan Brown and Chad Alderson for honest conversations about fly fishing, the people who shape it, and what keeps us coming back to the water.

The Barbless.co Fly Fishing Podcast brings guides, biologists, conservationists, craftspeople, and fellow anglers together to share what they’ve learned. We get into fish behavior, reading water, tying flies, fisheries, and the decisions that make a difference on the river. Along the way, there are fishing stories, plenty of laughs, and the occasional detour into life beyond the boat ramp.

We’re here to ask better questions, build our skills, and take better care of the fish and places we love. Whether you’re figuring out your first drift or have spent decades guiding others, there’s always more to learn.

Know better. Fish better.

Explore more at www.barbless.co, www.hgbflyfishing.com and follow @hgbflyfishing and @barbless.co on Instagram.

Latest Episodes:

Fishing Report - April 1st, 2018 Apr 01, 2018

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FEATURED GUIDES: Anthony Carruesco - Tim Fox - Nick Hanna - Want to leave a report? Visit for details!

The Sexualization of Fly Fishing - Guides Kate Watson and Kayla Katayama Mar 27, 2018

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Co-hosts Chad Alderson and Nick Hanna sit down with professional fly fishing guides Kate Watson and Kayla Katayama to discuss Kate’s recent article, Insta-Perversion which shares her observations, frustrations and concerns with her sport turning up the “sexualization dial” to sell goods for fame and profit. Connect with Kate Watson: https://www.katewatsonflyfishing.com Read Kate’s article that prompted this discussion, and her follow-up article. Book a trip with Kate. https://www.instagram.com/katywat https://twitter.com/katywatson16 https://www.facebook.com/OnTheWaterWithKate Connect with Kayla Katayama: https://www.herwatersflyfishing.com https://instagram.com/kaylakatayama http://www.facebook.com/herwatersflyfishing Listen to episode 1 featuring Kayla!

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Trolling Flies on Still Water and More - Expert Denis Pierce and Guide Hogan Brown Mar 19, 2018

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Chad Alderson and Guest host Captain Hogan Brown interview Denis Pierce about Trolling Flies and his current projects. Denis is host of the KNCO Fishing and Outdoor radio program, and author of the Fishing and Outdoor column for The Union newspaper in Grass Valley, CA. He’s a seasoned industry expert (sales rep, manufacturing and distribution) and currently owns and operates www.trollingflies.com. Denis emphasizes the cyclical nature of fly fishing, and brings his expertise into the trolling flies discussion. Denis talks about Lake Oroville, Collins Lake, Lake Almanor and other nearby lakes, as well as the Delta. Promo: Connect with Denis: Visit his website at trollingflies.com to learn more, or book him for a presentation at your fly fishing club. Read his column on the Union website Listen to Fishing with Denis Pierce 6-7 p.m. Fridays and 5-6 a.m. Saturdays on 830-AM radio if you are near the Grass Valley, CA area, or download any time on the web. Connect with Hogan: Hgbflyfishing.com @htothegtotheb on Instagram

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Fishing Report - Week of 3-12-18 Mar 16, 2018

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FEATURED GUIDES THIS WEEK: 00:00:45 - Chuck Ragan 00:03:30 - Jordan Romney 00:04:24 - Nick Hanna 00:07:05 - Darrin Deel Want to leave a report? Visit for details!

Cannabis Cultivation and its Impact on California Watersheds - Environmental Engineer - Bryan McFadin Mar 13, 2018

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Bryan McFadin has worked for the North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board as an Engineer for over two decades. Bryan draws from his years of experience to discuss the implications of legal and illegal marijuana farms on watersheds. Hear about Bryan’s Role at the Water Quality Control Board and the impacts of siphoning water in the Trinity River and Eel River Watersheds.

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Truckee California Fly Fishing - Guide Dan LeCount Mar 05, 2018

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Dan Lecount grew up in Leconda, CA, which is along the Pacific Coast. Dan grew up fishing and it was always a huge part of his life. Once he got interested in fly tying, Dan’s hobby turned into a passion, and he has been hooked since. Dan now lives in the Truckee/Tahoe area, and is a board member for the local Trout Unlimited chapter. He makes his living guiding, building rods and tying flies. Dan’s target fish for guiding is Steelhead, so he typically takes the winter off to avoid trips to the coast. In the off season, Dan also writes articles for fly fishing magazines, does lectures on fly fishing ethics and fine tunes his photography skills. Note: not going to focus on fishing techniques this episode. For fishing tips in the Tahoe/Truckee area, check out episodes 27, 23, 20 (part 1, part 2), 16 and 5. Hear Dan’s perspective of tight line nymphing, how he became a professional fly tyer (Umpqua), the inexpensive way you can start making your own rods and where to find some of his work. Listen up to hear why snorkeling your local waters gives you a different perspective. You won’t want to miss Dan’s explanation of the benefits of joining a Trout Unlimited chapter, and how immediate of an impact habitat restoration can have on your favorite fisheries. Get in touch with Dan: Danlecountflyfishing.com Facebook @danlecountflyfishing Rustyhooks.wordpress.com

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Fishing Report - Week of 2-26-18 Mar 02, 2018

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Here's your Barbless Podcast Fishing Report for the week of 2/26/18. Good luck out there! FEATURED GUIDES THIS WEEK: 00:00:48 - - Lower Sac 00:01:28 - - GV Foothill Lakes 00:03:45 - - Yuba River 00:05:10 - - Putah Creek 00:06:00 - ...

Protecting Spring Run Chinook Salmon in Northern California - USFWS Biologists Tricia Parker and Jim Smith Feb 28, 2018

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Tricia Parker grew up in the Bay area of California. After spending a lot of time in Point Reyes and summers in Alaska, she decided to pursue a career in biology. Tricia completed her undergraduate work at UC Davis and got a masters from Humboldt State University. Jim Smith has worked in the Sacramento valley since 1983, working with salmon and steelhead and on habitat restoration. He has seen the Red Bluff US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) office change over that time, growing from a small office of 3-4 people to a team of over 80 people. In his spare time, he enjoys bass fishing and running marathons. Join in as Tricia and Jim talk about the role that USFWS plays in monitoring the health of our streams. Learn about the different interests various stakeholders and local governments have in the different projects the agency oversees. Hear the different challenges that USFWS has, in particular since they are not the regulatory agency for anadromous fish, and have to rely on partnerships with NOAA. Also hear about different projects that have been accomplished, such as replacing a fish ladder from the 1940s, and projects that are in the pipeline. Much of these projects are a result of the Central Valley Project Improvement Act (CVPIA) which came about due to Spring Run Chinook Salmon becoming listed on the Endangered Species Act. Jim and Tricia discuss the challenges of determining which strategies are helping salmon populations, due to the cyclical nature of their populations. Stick around for some interesting tidbits, such as where you can find salmon friendly wine, and why Pikeminnows are difficult to study. For more info on USFWS in Red Bluff, check out the agency website.

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White Water Rowing Tips and Critical Environmental Insights - American Whitewater's Dave Steindorf Feb 19, 2018

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Dave Steindorf has been an active river advocate in California since 1997. As the primary negotiator forAmerican Whitewater, Dave has gained a reputation as a consensus builder. He has been able to gain the respect of Agencies, Non Government Organizations (NGO's), and Licensees while successfully achieving the goals of his constituents. Dave is somewhat of an anomaly, in that he has not only worked in an advocacy role but also as a consultant for several Utilities in the West. Dave is also able to draw on his vast experience in a variety of recreational pursuits including having worked professionally in the areas of Paddling, Angling, Cycling, and Outdoor Retail. In addition to this breadth of experience Dave also has a degree in Economics and a Masters in Education. Dave was introduced to rivers at age 7, when his father put a fly rod into his hands. Learning to kayak later on was a natural progression from his childhood love of rivers. One of the projects Dave primarily works on is protectingWild and Scenic Rivers. As far as Northern California is concerned, the Middlefork of the Feather River is actually one of the original 8 designated Wild and Scenic Rivers. Dave discloses the different possible criteria that a river must meet to receive this designation. Tune in for some of Dave’s fun rafting stories, from floating down the McCloud River to getting washed out while proposing to his wife. Stay tuned as he weighs in on the best kind of boat to use for a floating and fishing trip. Ever been curious about how hydropower projects get funded, and whether or not they can be detrimental to the environment? Dave weighs in with his professional opinions, which are not sugar-coated due to his lobbyist profession. Dave will let you know which types of dams are just not worth it, and which are actually hugely beneficial to the health of systems. Also hear Dave’s blunt perspective on how the EPA rollback of protections could impact the lands you love to fish. Hear about Dave’s involvement with Oroville Spillway, and his shocking report of how the facts slowly altered over time. Also hear why Dave thinks the incident was a serious case of “failure of imagination”. Find your local Water Control Board to report environmental incidents. Make sure to Like American Whitewater onFacebook!

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Fishing Report - Week of 2-12-18 Feb 16, 2018

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Here's your Barbless Podcast Fishing Report for the week of 2/12/18. Good luck out there! FEATURED GUIDES THIS WEEK: 00:00:48 - Tim Fox - Lower Sac - https://mrfoxoutfitters.com 00:01:35 - Jon Baiocchi - Lower Yuba -...

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