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An in-depth podcast devoted to educating people about the latest fisheries and watershed science, a shared passion for fly angling, and their intersection and combined implications for conservation in a rapidly changing world. Tune in for monthly deep-dives into all things fish and fishing, along with monthly bonus episodes focused on topical issues and interviews with expert scientists and angler... more

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In this episode Nick and John truly take a deep wade into the five reasons they are their favorite fish.  They love steelhead because of their diversity and their behavioral tendences. For instance, an angler may catch a steelhead ranging from half-p... more

Host John McMillan interviews Matt Sloat to discuss one of the most interesting questions about steelhead and rainbow trout: Why does one fish go to sea while the other does not? It's more complicated than you think, but also simpler than you would s... more

In this episode I interview filmmaker Shane Anderson as we discuss our snorkel survey in the upper Elwha River in the summer of 2020. The trip required a 16-mile hike, then more hiking to access the upper canyon, snorkeling 6-miles in the rain and co... more

Another interview from the original Barbless OP Flyfishing Podcast. In this episode John interviews Ruth Simms, an angler and engineer from the PNW who is also a Native American that loves to fly fish.  Ruth has been fishing since a young age, and fl... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Sloat
A well-published scientific author with extensive work on salmon species in various regions, including Alaska and California.
Episode: Why one Mykiss goes to sea and the other does not
Ruth Simms
A Navajo fly fisher and electrical engineer passionate about fly fishing and conservation.
Episode: Interview with Navajo Flyfisher Ruth Simms
Dr. Jack Stanford
A leading fisheries scientist known for his extensive work in stream ecology and salmon conservation
University of Montana, Flathead Lake Biological Station
Episode: Interview with Dr. Jack Stanford Professor of Everything Rivers and Fish
Bill Herzog
Affectionately known as 'The Metal God' in the steelhead fishing community.
Episode: Interview with The Metal God - Bill Herzog
Bill McMillan
Expert fisherman and conservationist with a long history of fishing experiences in the Pacific Northwest
Episode: Hardcore History of Salmon with Bill McMillan
Nick Chambers
Biologist and experienced steelhead angler
Trout Unlimited
Episode: To set the hook or not when swinging flies for steelhead?

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John McMillan
Host with a strong background in fisheries science and a passion for fishing and conservation.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 88 ratings
  • Love the show (Interested in future episodes regarding decline of Chinook in Alaska)

    John I have always been a big fan of yours I think your unique combination of knowledge of fisheries biology, salmon ecology, fishing insight, combined with your with humor is quite unique and very entertaining.

    Anyways I am an avid Chinook fly angler in Southcentral AK as well as spent 5 years working for ADF&G in a variety of positions.

    Anyways I am curious if you could do some future Chiook salmon episodes regarding the impacts of climate change, Large scale Pink salmon PWSAC and Southeast A... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChumChaser
    United States8 months ago
  • Addicted!

    I can’t get enough. Just a ton of great information you guys, this is everything I’m interested in and love. 🙏🏼❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FeeshDaddy
    United States8 months ago
  • Excellent information and delivery

    Insightful information with metrics delivered in a smooth conversational tone. Gets me pumped up on drives to Spey water. Nice job guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    finnyhkiwi
    United States10 months ago
  • Bill McMillan and steelhead history

    This was amazing. Soooo much amazing history and entertaining stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    troutmuch
    Canadaa year ago

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Many express a desire for more episodes on climate change impacts on fish populations and conservation methods.
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Feedback emphasizes the quality of expert guests who bring significant knowledge to discussions.
Overall, the tone is enthusiastic, with an appreciation for the personal narratives that complement the scientific content.

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#250
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#104
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#160
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#227
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Interview with Navajo Flyfisher Ruth Simms
Q: What are you looking forward to learning next?
I'm looking forward to exploring more of Washington and improving my teaching skills in fly casting.
Interview with Dr. Jack Stanford Professor of Everything Rivers and Fish
Q: What is the concept of a shifting habitat mosaic?
It's the idea that a wide range of habitats in a river system are constantly changing, contributing to local adaptations of organisms.
Interview with Dr. Jack Stanford Professor of Everything Rivers and Fish
Q: Can you explain what an aquifer is?
An aquifer is a water source fed by the river, creating a saturated water table that spreads from the river channel towards the valley walls.

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