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The Destination Angler Podcast

Steve Haigh: Angler and Podcaster
Fly Fishing
Colorado
Carp
Fishing Techniques
Trout
Yellowstone National Park
Thorofare Region
Hobbies
Carp Fishing
Little Juniata River
Euro Nymphing
White River
Trout Fishing
Steelhead Fishing
Montana
Grass Carp
Outdoor Adventure
North Sterling Reservoir
Trophy Brown Trout
Yellowstone Fly Fishing Volunteer Program

The Destination Angler podcast is THE podcast for anglers who travel. We go to the source, the local guides & experts, to build your knowledge of top fly fishing locations around North America.

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Latest Episodes

Episode 164 of the Destination Angler Fly Fishing Podcast – February 12, 2026

Today our destination is the Big Hole River in southwest Montana — a place trout anglers have revered for generations and home to the last native Arctic grayling in the L... more

Episode 163 of the Destination Angler Fly Fishing Podcast – January 29, 2026

Our destination is the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia—steep, green, and loaded with incredible trout water if you know where to look. We're blue-lining small mountain st... more

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Episode 162 of the Destination Angler Fly Fishing Podcast – January 15, 2026

Our destination is the Upper Connecticut River—a remote tailwater in far northern New Hampshire that delivers outstanding fly fishing with remarkably light pressure.

In ... more

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Episode 161 of the Destination Angler Fly Fishing Podcast – January 1, 2026.

Our destination is the Rangeley region of Maine — home to three world-famous rivers steeped in history and known for giant brook trout: the Rapid, the Kennebago, and the M... more

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Recent Guests

Jim Olsen
Region 3 Fisheries Biologist with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks
Episode: Can the Big Hole Recover? With Jim Olsen
Mark Taylor
Eastern Communications Director for Trout Unlimited and outdoor writer
Trout Unlimited
Episode: Blue lining Virginia's Blue Ridge with Mark Taylor
Bill Bernhardt
A long-time guide and fly shop owner with over 30 years of experience.
Points North Outfitters
Episode: New England's Best Kept Fly Fishing Secret? The Upper Connecticut River
Greg LaBonte
Fisheries ecologist and owner of Maine Fly Guys
Maine Fly Guys
Episode: Brook Trout Heaven or Hype? Maine's Rapid, Kennebago, and Magalloway Rivers
Joe Demalderis
Longtime guide and outfitter, expert on the Upper Delaware River
Cross Current Outfitters
Episode: Confidence on the Upper Delaware River with Joe Demaldaris
Kevin Fraley
Fisheries ecologist with the Wildlife Conservation Society
Wildlife Conservation Society
Episode: Grizzlies, Sheefish, and Alaska's Brooks Range with Kevin Fraley
Tony Entwistle
Longtime Kiwi guide and conservationist with over 40 years of experience in fly fishing.
Episode: The Truth About Fly Fishing New Zealand with Tony Entwistle
Bob White
Renowned sporting artist and former guide
Bob White Studio
Episode: Exploring Wild Places: Alaska and Argentina with Bob White & Steve Ramirez
Steve Ramirez
Global fly angler and author
Steve Ramirez Author
Episode: Exploring Wild Places: Alaska and Argentina with Bob White & Steve Ramirez

Host

Steve Haigh
Host with a passion for fishing, who focuses on interviewing expert guides and sharing their experiences in the field.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 208 ratings
  • Entertaining and educational

    Thanks for all that you do for the fly fishing community. This podcast is entertaining, educational, and I always look forward to the next show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Flyfish_Lifestyle
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast for the adventurous angler

    I highly recommend this podcast if you enjoy exploring new rivers to flyfish. Steve is a great host and passionate flyfisher—the type of flyfisher you would gladly share camp/lodge with.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlexKennedyHunting
    United States2 years ago
  • Love the show!

    This is a fun show to listen to while I’m working or at home.

    One thing I’d love to hear more is content geared toward warm water fishing. Bass, panfish, striper, gar, and more. I love far off destinations, but there’s also an immense amount of fishing destinations closer to me to be more relatable.

    Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Soda City Scott
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast for the adventurous angler

    I highly recommend this podcast if you enjoy exploring new rivers to flyfish.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlexKennedyHunting
    United States2 years ago
  • My Go To

    I’ve been a fishing guide in the Adirondacks for over 20 years and more recently a registered Maine Fishing Guide. Destination angler is the first podcast I go to when in the mood to listen about fishing. Great shows. Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fshaw1029
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Many reviews highlight the podcast as entertaining and educational, making it a favorite among traveling anglers.
Some listeners express a desire for more content related to warm water fishing to appeal to a broader audience.
Listeners appreciate the informative nature of the content, particularly regarding fishing techniques and travel advice.
The host is praised for his engaging interviewing style and his passion for fishing.

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#155
United States/Sports/Wilderness
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#181
United Kingdom/Sports/Wilderness
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#131
Italy/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#159
France/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#57
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#58
Taiwan/Sports/Wilderness

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Can the Big Hole Recover? With Jim Olsen
Q: Do you suspect that the trout populations will recover?
Jim believes that with good water conditions, the trout populations can rebound significantly based on historical data and trends.
Can the Big Hole Recover? With Jim Olsen
Q: How did you get so interested in biology and conservation?
Jim credits his father's love for fishing and a natural resource class he took while pursuing electrical engineering as pivotal moments that directed him to a career in fisheries management.
Blue lining Virginia's Blue Ridge with Mark Taylor
Q: What do you take with you to eat when it's lunchtime?
My ritual is to stop at Heritage Farm Market and get a fresh sandwich, either roast beef or pastrami with Swiss and coleslaw on rye.
Blue lining Virginia's Blue Ridge with Mark Taylor
Q: What makes Virginia a top destination for fly fishing?
If I were to describe my best fishing adventure in Virginia, it would be to experience a variety: fishing blue lines for brookies, big smallmouth on the James or New River, and wild trout in tailwaters.
Blue lining Virginia's Blue Ridge with Mark Taylor
Q: How does Trout Unlimited decide where to spend money for restoration?
We start with identifying a need, and then work on funding sources and specific project sites to work on.

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1. Jim Olsen
2. Mark Taylor
3. Bill Bernhardt
4. Greg LaBonte
5. Joe Demalderis
6. Kevin Fraley
7. Tony Entwistle
8. Bob White

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