The DrakeCast - A Flyfishing Podcast

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#47 A Day in the Life of an Alaskan Fishing Guide Sep 11, 2018

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Head up to the wilds of Kodiak Island to follow fishing guide Tyler Steffens as he battles bears, noseeums, and low water in search of the coveted Silver Salmon. This episode of the DrakeCast is made possible by our longtime sponsors Yellow Dog Flyfishing Adventures and Scott Fly Rods. We couldn't do this without them. We're also supported by Deli Fresh Design, an apparel company that specializes in creating fishing gear out of recycled materials. This week they're doing a special giveaway on their Instagram so make sure to check 'em out @DeliFreshDesign. www.yellowdogflyfishing.com/ www.delifreshdesign.com/ www.scottflyrod.com/

#46 Bonefish Part II Aug 27, 2018

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In this episode we head back to the clear blue waters of Grand Bahama in search of the ghost of the flats. If you tuned in last week, you know that we encountered a few bonefish, and many people credit the health of the fishery to the health of the habitat on Grand Bahama. But the ideal that the Bahamas has somehow managed to achieve didn’t happen overnight, and the fishery’s protection is far from over. In this episode, we’re going to look at how the Bahamas became the world’s favorite bonefishing destination and the work being done to ensure that it stays that way. It’s a story in 5 parts. But at the end, we’ll have to confront our role in the future of Bahamian Bonefish This episode of the DrakeCast is made possible by our longtime sponsors Yellow Dog Flyfishing Adventures and Scott Fly Rods. We couldn't do this without them. We're also supported by Deli Fresh Design, an apparel company that specializes in creating fishing gear out of recycled materials. This week they're doing a special giveaway on their Instagram so make sure to check 'em out @DeliFreshDesign. backstagepass.yellowdogflyfishing.com/ www.delifreshdesign.com/ www.scottflyrod.com/

#45 Bonefish on the Brain Aug 17, 2018

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In today's audio story, we scan the flats of Grand Bahama in search of a single species: Bonefish. Listen to veteran East End Lodge guide Cecil Leathan pole experienced angler Bjorn Stromsness (of the Bonefish on the Brain blog) as they tell the tales of their first bonefishes and find many more. Many thanks to our sponsors for making this episode possible! Supporting them supports us. https://www.yellowdogflyfishing.com/ http://eastendlodge.com/ https://www.scottflyrod.com/ http://www.delifreshdesign.com/

#44 Midwestern Smallmouth Bass Aug 09, 2018

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In this episode of the DrakeCast we float down Wisconsin's Chippewa River in search of Midwestern, river-dwelling smallmouth bass. But what do you do if the fish just aren’t biting like they normally do? While searching for answers, we hit the water with Lucky Porter, a guide who makes a living on these fish, learn a few tips, and just thoroughly enjoy our time on the water. This episode of the DrakeCast is made possible by our longtime sponsors Yellow Dog Flyfishing Adventures and Scott Fly Rods. We couldn't do this without them. We're also supported by Deli Fresh Design, an apparel company that specializes in creating fishing gear out of recycled materials. This week they're doing a special giveaway on their Instagram so make sure to check 'em out @DeliFreshDesign. https://backstagepass.yellowdogflyfishing.com/ http://www.delifreshdesign.com/ https://www.scottflyrod.com/

#43 America's Fish: Shad on the Potomac Jul 30, 2018

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Today, we row our way out into Fletchers Cove on Washington DC's Potomac River in search of the the illusive American Shad. While we’re out there, we’ll hear about the historic importance of this fishery, the odds it has faced over the past 5 centuries, and what this fish, and this place represent in our country and our sport. Now, I know the the shad run is a spring time thing, but this story is about much more than just the fish and at the end, we’ll get a current DC area fishing report from Rich Farino, the owner of the recently opened District Angling Fly Shop. So stick around. If you're thinking about taking a trip and would like to do some fly fishing, make sure to get in touch with the Yellow Dog Fly Fishing Adventures before you do so. Once you get the trip on the books, make sure to pick up a new Scott Fly Rod. This episode, and really this podcast as a whole would not be possible without the fine folks at both of these companies. Finally, you better make sure you have all the necessary fishing accouterments for that upcoming adventure. Deli Fresh Designs creates must-have fly fishing apparel out of recycled material that will surely round out your globe-trotting/fishing outfit. https://www.yellowdogflyfishing.com/ https://www.scottflyrod.com/ http://www.delifreshdesign.com/

#42 SoCal Bassin' Jul 23, 2018

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This episode is a two-fer. We'll start just south of LA where we meet Captain Vaughn Podmore. Under his knowledgeable direction, we head into Long Beach Harbor in search of celebrities and various types of ocean-dwelling bass. From there, we head further south to San Diego where Captain Alex Cady shows us what the southwestern-most city in the continental United States has to offer. During our time on these two different chunks of the Pacific Ocean, we’ll hear about the local waters, learn a few tips on how to target the species found there, and maybe make you consider what your backyard has to offer. As always, we couldn't do this without generous support from Yellow Dog Flyfishing Adventures & Scott Fly Rods. They have been with us since the beginning and we can't thank them enough. https://www.yellowdogflyfishing.com/ https://www.scottflyrod.com/ And finally, a big shout out to Deli Fresh Design for making this show happen. Their one-of-a-kind flyfishing apparel made in the heart of Denver, Colorado is sure to round out your fishing arsenal.

Bonus Episode: Dancing with Death on The Bighorn Jul 18, 2018

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Last week, in Episode #41 of The DrakeCast, we went through the contents of the Summer 2018 Issue of The Drake Magazine. But we ran a little short on time and weren’t able to fit in a reading by one of the contributing authors, Dave Zoby. In addition to teaching composition, Wyoming Literature, Poetry, and Creative Non-fiction at Casper College in Wyoming, Zoby has written for dozens of magazines. Additionally, in April of this Year, Zoby released a collection of essays under the title, Fish Like You Mean It, which you can find here. Above, you can find an audio version of Dave Zoby reading his piece, "Eggs in My Beer," about getting in over his head on Montana’s Bighorn River.

#41 Summer 2018: Two Decades of The Drake w/ Tom Bie Jul 13, 2018

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Roughly a week ago the Summer 2018 issue of the Drake Magazine hit fly shop shelves and mailboxes across the country. This episode, like others that have come before, is going to take a brief peak into the pages of the magazine (in audio form of course). But seeing as this issue marks the 20th Anniversary of The Drake, we're going to do things a bit differently. Not only do we get to hear Editor & Founder Tom Bie explain the contents, we also get to hear how 20 years ago an underemployed newspaper columnist/fishing guide/ski bum started a magazine that grew to represent a culture. Stick around. Many thanks to Yellow Dog Flyfishing Adventures, Scott Fly Rods, & Deli Fresh Design for making this episode possible. If you like the podcast, support our supporters via the links below. www.delifreshdesign.com/ www.yellowdogflyfishing.com/ www.scottflyrod.com/

#40 What Makes a Trophy? Wild Trout in North Georgia w/ Zach Matthews Jun 29, 2018

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In this episode of The DrakeCast we traverse the mountains of North Georgia in search of the southern-most population of wild, native brook trout in the world. But while we’re at it, we’ll also take a trip to another fishery just down the road that claims a host world class trout. However, there is a big difference between these two places and the fish they hold. By the end of this episode, you’ll have to decide what you consider to be a trophy fish. Many thanks to Yellow Dog Flyfishing Adventures, Scott Fly Rods, & Deli Fresh Design for making this episode possible. If you like the podcast, support our supporters via the links below. http://www.delifreshdesign.com/ https://www.yellowdogflyfishing.com/ https://www.scottflyrod.com/

#39 Father's Day: David, Chuck & Grady Ragan Jun 17, 2018

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Before Chuck Ragan was a musician (Hot Water Music) or a father or a fishing guide (crflyfishing.com), he was a son. We’ll hear about the highs and lows of Chuck’s relationship with his father, and how Chuck has managed to achieve his parental, piscatorial, and Pavoratti-esque trifecta. Throughout this episode we’ll be serenaded by music from Chuck’s Album, The Flame in the Flood. So stick around. But first, make sure you call up your old man and wish him a happy Father’s Day. As always, this episode was made possible by the fine folks at Scott Fly Rods and Yellow Dog Fly Fishing Adventures. https://www.yellowdogflyfishing.com/ https://www.scottflyrod.com/

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