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Maggie Valley Fly Shop
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Newfoundland
Missouri River
Denmark
Mako Shark
Alaska
White River
Hokkaido
Speyco Fly Reels
Bow River
Taos Women Fly Fish
Trout
Wisconsin
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Colombia
Conway Bowman
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A series of stories and interviews with legendary fly fishing guides across America. We tell the stories of living a life on the water and guiding clients on memory making experiences.

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The Driftless is an amazing part of the world - in the last few decades, this once sleepy part of Wisconsin has become a fly fishing Mecca. Guide PJ Smith fell in love with it years ago and has made a life of guiding and teaching people about the wat... more

In this week's episode we talk to Tim Huckaby about his guiding experience in the high Sierras behind Mt. Whitney. This is an incredibly fun discussion about a rare fish and a beautiful part of America. Tim is a great conversationalist and has a fant... more

The Bow River is an incredible fishery in Alberta, Canada. This week, we talk with Guide Luke Russell about this amazing place. The Bow holds a special place in Aaron's heart because he attended college in Calgary and lived there for 3 years, making ... more

Today, we speak with Speyco Reel founder and creator, Tim Pantzlaff. We try each season to bring you a manufacturer who is doing great things with their products. Tim started creating his reels to bring an affordable, classic reel to the market. We l... more

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Recent Guests

Luke Russell
Calgary Bow River guide, Bow River Fly Fishing Company / Dave Brown Outfitters
Bow River Fly Fishing Company; Dave Brown Outfitters
Episode: The Bow River - Calgary Alberta Guide Luke Russell
Tim Pantzlaff
Founder of Speyco Fly Reels
Speyco Fly Reels
Episode: Speyco Reels - Manufacturing gear for Fly Fishing
Ian Silver
Owner/operator of Dirty Verde Outfitters and guide in Arizona
Dirty Verde Outfitters
Episode: Fly Fishing In Arizona? Dirty Verde Outfitters
Logan Messina
Maine-based fly fishing guide and raft guide
Trout About It Fly Fishing
Episode: Brook Trout Fishing in Maine - Logan Messina
Harry Crossley
Fly fishing guide in Japan, based in Hokkaido
Japan Fishing Adventures (guest affiliation mentioned on show)
Episode: Japanese Fly Fishing with Harry Crossley
Sophia Smith
Co-founder, Taos Women Fly Fish
Taos Women Fly Fish
Episode: Taos Women Fly Fishing
Emily Keener
Co-founder, Taos Women Fly Fish
Taos Women Fly Fish
Episode: Taos Women Fly Fishing
Brennan Garrett
Professional fly fishing guide on the White River and Texas redfish operations
Wandering Fly Outfitters (Cotter, AR); Wandering Fly Outfitters (Texas program)
Episode: Arkansas White River - Brennon Garret
Chris Hanson
Whiskey/bourbon entrepreneur and fly-fishing guide
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Episode: A Journey Back From Disremembering with Buttery Brown Whiskey Creator Chris Hanson

Hosts

Scott Nielsen
Host of Fly Guides Podcast, with extensive experience as a guide and influencer in the U.S. Southwest and beyond.
Aaron Everett
Co-host of Fly Guides Podcast, bringing field experience from guiding across multiple regions and seasons.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • Great podcast for the fly fishing Guiding Community!

    Really enjoying the first few episodes and looking forward to hearing more stories from all the amazing guides out there!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Weekendscotty
    United States2 years ago

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Fans appreciate actionable field tips and behind-the-scenes river stories.
Listeners value diverse regional perspectives and nonprofit/work-in-the-field angles.
A strong sense of community among guides and shops comes through in episodes.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#193
France/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#3
Chile/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#65
Chile/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#215
Denmark/Sports/Wilderness

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Brook Trout Fishing in Maine - Logan Messina
Q: How did you come about and get into fly fishing?
Logan describes growing up in Syracuse, discovering fly fishing in his late 20s, moving to Maine after a winter at Sugarloaf, and gradually transitioning from raft guiding to guiding for fishing, finding a home in Rangeley, and building his craft through shop work and mentorship.
Foodie In The Wild - The Mix of French Cuisine and Fly Fishing
Q: What is the business model and how can people book?
Sébastien works both as a guide and as a cook on the river, with bookings possible through Instagram, Facebook, or his website, and he also collaborates with a brand for the broader business side.
Foodie In The Wild - The Mix of French Cuisine and Fly Fishing
Q: How does the open-fire cooking aspect influence the guest experience?
Open-fire cooking adds a spiritual, communal, and educational layer, where guests witness and participate in the cooking process, deepening the connection to nature and the meal.
Fly Fishing Taos New Mexico - Aaron Juarros
Q: What drew you to guide on the Conejos and how do you tailor water for clients?
He emphasizes assessing client goals, water type, and season, offering both private and public water options, and adjusting for big fish or multiple hookups based on the client's needs.
Fly Fishing Taos New Mexico - Aaron Juarros
Q: How did fly fishing come to be a part of your life?
He grew up fishing with his grandfather, moved into fly fishing in his late teens, and gradually integrated it with travel, art, and teaching others as a career.

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What is Fly Guides Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series spotlights seasoned fly guides across the U.S., weaving personal origin stories, regional water lore, and practical guidance for guiding, conservation, and business. Episodes center on multi-species wild rivers, regional fish species, shore-to-lodge experiences, and the craft of building community around guiding—often blending education, mentorship, and entrepreneurial pivots with vivid river tales. Noteworthy threads include cross-cultural guiding experiences (Japan, Quebec, Mexico), conservation-driven work, and initiatives that broaden access to fly fishing (women's groups, youth programs), making it useful for listeners who want authentic field stories, practical insights, and opportunities to connect with guides or sponsor ... more

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Recent guests on Fly Guides Podcast include:

1. Luke Russell
2. Tim Pantzlaff
3. Ian Silver
4. Logan Messina
5. Harry Crossley
6. Sophia Smith
7. Emily Keener
8. Brennan Garrett

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