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Fishing for a Reason

Jamie Propst
Fishing
Fishing Techniques
Salmon Fishing
San Juan Islands
Puget Sound
Pacific Northwest
Anglers Unlimited
Chinook Salmon
Salmon
Coho Salmon
Dungeness Crab
Resurrection Derby
Lingcod
Pink Salmon
Halibut
Halibut Fishing
Fishing Gear
Puget Sound Anglers
Spot Prawns
Crabbing

Welcome to "Fishing for a Reason," the podcast that dives deep into the heart of fishing and the meaningful connections it brings. Hosted by Jamie Propst, founder of Anglers Unlimited, we explore the impact fishing has on our lives, communities, and environment so that you can become a more effective angler and catch more fish and have more fun every time you go out on the water or hit the hiking ... more

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Latest Episodes

Your Crab Pot Is Losing Crab (Here's the Fix)

Crabbing is one of the best fisheries in the San Juan Islands, and one of the few that keeps going long after salmon season closes. But a pot that is rigged wrong will lose crab on the way up, or let the... more

Tide vs Current: Why You're Fishing at the Wrong Time

If you have been planning your fishing day around the tide table, you are reading the wrong instrument. Tide tells you how high the water is. Current tells you how hard it is moving, and that is ... more

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Where Are All the Coho? How to Predict Salmon Timing in Washington Waters

"Where's all the coho?" is the question filling up the Gold community right now, and it's a fair one. If you've been grinding August hours in Marine Area 7 without a legal fis... more

Washington Crabbing 101: How to Stay Legal and Fill Your Pots

Two Dungeness crab come out of the same pot, same day, same size. One gives you a quarter of its body weight in meat. The other gives you less than 20%, and what you do get is sparse, str... more

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Recent Guests

Brianna Bruce
Angler and guide
Livin Life Adventures
Episode: 67: Baker Lake Sockeye: 15-Year Guide Shares Her System
Gabe Miller
Angling advocate and advisor, former fishing buyer
North of Falcon advisory group; former purchasing lead at Far West Sports
Episode: 65: The Truth About Why Your Salmon Season Keeps Shrinking
Phillip Olson
Co-host on Badger Fishing; involved in North of Falcon advocacy
Badger Fishing
Episode: 64: Washington's Fishing Future: Inside North of Falcon with Alex Van Hine & Philip Olson (Badger Fishing)
Alex Van Hine
Director at Fish Northwest; longtime North of Falcon advocate
Fish Northwest
Episode: 64: Washington's Fishing Future: Inside North of Falcon with Alex Van Hine & Philip Olson (Badger Fishing)
Ron Garner
Leader/board member involved in Puget Sound Anglers and North of Falcon governance
Puget Sound Anglers; North of Falcon coalition
Episode: 63: The Truth About Washington Salmon (It's Not What You Think)
Olivia Erb
Marketing lead, LFS Marine Marketing
LFS Marine
Episode: 62: Halibut Season Is Open: Rigs, Bait & Derby Tips from a Pro
Jake Lint
Head of Sports Fishing Division, LFS Bellingham
LFS Marine
Episode: 62: Halibut Season Is Open: Rigs, Bait & Derby Tips from a Pro
Conner Martinis
Representative of John Sporting Goods, gear expert and store owner
John Sporting Goods
Episode: 61: The #1 Downrigger Mistake Killing Your Chinook Fishing with John Sporting Goods' Conner Martinis
Justin Wong
Owner of Cut Plug Charters, Seattle
Cut Plug Charters
Episode: 60: Mooching for Puget Sound Salmon: A Complete Beginner's Guide

Host

Jamie Propst
Host of the show and founder of Anglers Unlimited; long-time host and primary voice, coordinating interviews and content around fishing culture, policy, and education.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Great fishing podcast

    If you want to hear about & learn how to catch more fish this podcast is for you.

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Great resource for practical fishing tips and gear insights.
Listeners praise clear, actionable guidance for beginners and seasoned anglers alike.
Guests consistently bring real-world experience and stories that add depth to fishing knowledge.
The show promotes inclusivity and community involvement in fisheries policy.
Audience appreciates the balance between technique, gear, and advocacy topics.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

67: Baker Lake Sockeye: 15-Year Guide Shares Her System
Q: What's the one that got away story you shared on this episode tradition?
On the Kenai River in Alaska, I hooked the fish of a lifetime, an enormous Chinook, but gear malfunction and a failed leader prevented landing it; despite that, the moment is etched in memory and even led to a trophy-lodge invitation and an epic king crab feast later.
67: Baker Lake Sockeye: 15-Year Guide Shares Her System
Q: What's the question you always get from guests about how many days a year you're on the water, and how do you respond?
I'm on the water around 200 days a year, balancing guiding with hunting or personal fishing when I'm not guiding, which reflects how active and seasonal this work is.
67: Baker Lake Sockeye: 15-Year Guide Shares Her System
Q: And when you say start out, can you paint a picture of what usually happens with daily limits and timing for Baker Lake?
The daily limit starts at four, with potential increases later in the season if escapement allows; early days are typically two to three fish, but this year they've moved to four to better align with fish availability and pressure management.
63: The Truth About Washington Salmon (It's Not What You Think)
Q: What is your top tip for getting the younger generation excited about fishing?
Take them out on the water and let them experience fishing firsthand; sitting on a phone game won't replace the thrill and education of being on the boat and learning through hands-on practice.
62: Halibut Season Is Open: Rigs, Bait & Derby Tips from a Pro
Q: What was the most memorable moment from the derby experience described?
The host relayed the 58-pounder catch on day one at Middle Bank after adapting location, with a prior near-miss of a 100-pounder, emphasizing teamwork, gear choices, and safety.

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A hard-hitting, practical fishing show that blends how-to techniques, gear insights, and real-world experiences from guides, charter operators, and industry retailers. Listeners can expect deep dives into tactics for salmon, halibut, and local Puget Sound species, plus discussions on boats, gear, seasonal timing, and safety. Beyond technique, the program often touches on advocacy, policy, and community, with episodes highlighting North of Falcon, hatchery debates, and efforts to keep fishing opportunities accessible. A standout is the strong emphasis on mentorship, hands-on learning, and a welcoming space for both beginners and seasoned anglers, including a notable focus on women in fishing and local ecosystem stewardship.

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Recent guests on Fishing for a Reason include:

1. Brianna Bruce
2. Gabe Miller
3. Phillip Olson
4. Alex Van Hine
5. Ron Garner
6. Olivia Erb
7. Jake Lint
8. Conner Martinis

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