#800 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/800

Presented by: Pescador on the Fly, Intrepid Camp Gear, Mountain Waters Resort, Patagonia

Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors

In this episode, we sit down with Robert “Bob” Lindquist of Flies for Fish to talk all about fly fishing the Delaware River. Bob grew up fishing Montauk beaches from a ’55 Willys Jeep, learned to tie flies on common nails, and eventually dedicated his life to guiding and teaching others on one of the most technical tailwaters in the East.

We dive into how to read rise forms, why line management can matter more than casting distance, and how a bar merger pattern can outfish a dry fly four-to-one. Bob also shares the truth behind the Delaware’s legendary rainbow trout, his go-to patterns for the river, and why furled leaders and reach casts are game changers in this fishery.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/800

799 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/799

Presented by: San Juan Rodworks, Visit Idaho, Jackson Hole Fly Company, TroutRoutes

Looking to unlock the secrets of night fishing for brown trout? Imagine swinging mice and streamers under the glow of your headlamp, hooking big browns long after the sun goes down.

In this episode, you’ll discover how glow-in-the-dark flies work, why unweighted streamers can turn the bite on, and how to read water by feel, not sight.

Frank Landis, a Pennsylvania fly fishing guide, shares his expert insights on stream temperatures, seasonal triggers, the truth behind mouse patterns, and why slowing down is the key to success after dark.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/799

#798 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/798

In this episode of CJ’s Reel Southern Podcast, Chad brings on his fishing crew — a mix of guides and friends he’s traveled and fished with for years. They share funny and crazy stories from the water, like breaking gear, getting stuck in shallow flats, and even mistaking big bonefish for sharks.

The crew talks about the teamwork it takes to fish together, the challenges of different waters like the Louisiana marsh and Florida flats, and how they’ve learned (and laughed) through plenty of mistakes. They also share how to book trips with them, whether it’s tarpon in Florida, redfish in Louisiana, or even fishing in Cuba. It’s a fun, laid-back conversation filled with good laughs, fishing tips, and the bond that comes from years of adventures together.

#798 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/798

#797 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/797

Presented by: Togiak River Lodge, FishHound Expeditions, San Juan Rodworks, Intrepid Camp Gear

Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors

If you’ve ever dreamed to fly fish Belize on your terms to chase bonefish and permit, this episode is for you. We’re heading to Ambergris Caye where Mary Alice Hoppe and her husband Chris created Iguana House, a beachfront lodge built with DIY anglers in mind. In this episode, Mary Alice shares what it’s really like to run a fishing lodge, how to plan your trip for tailing permit and migrating tarpon, and why a golf cart might just be your most valuable gear item. We also dive into what to expect on the island, from fishing conditions to local adventures like snorkeling Belize’s incredible reef systems.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/797

796 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/796

Presented by: Togiak River Lodge, FishHound Expeditions

Would you rather compete at the World Fly Fishing Championships or spend a season guiding on the San Juan River?

Today’s guest made that leap from Team USA gold medalist to full-time San Juan River guide. He’s dialing in tiny size 26 midges, handling 40-fish days, and teaching anglers how to hook 20-inch browns on a 6X tippet.

By the end of this episode, you’ll learn how to fish the San Juan's tailouts, why ant falls spark some of the river’s best dry fly action, and what it really takes to catch fish year-round on one of America’s most technical tailwaters.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/796

#795 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/795

Presented by: Pescador on the Fly

We head to western Montana with Jake Hensley to talk about Missoula fly fishing. With nearly 20 years of guiding experience, Jake breaks down the essentials of fishing the Bitterroot, Clark Fork, and Rock Creek - three of Missoula’s most iconic rivers. We cover how to rig for high water, why dry-dropper setups are so effective, and what makes floating Rock Creek such a game-changer. Whether you’re new to the area or planning your tenth trip, Jake’s got real tips to help you fish smarter and enjoy more of what Missoula has to offer.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/795

#794 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/794

Presented by: Drifthook Fly Fishing, Visit Helena, MT, San Juan Rodworks, Togiak River Lodge

Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors

In this episode, we take a heartfelt journey into the life of one of steelhead fishing's most influential figures, Lani Waller. Through his brother Jack Waller, we hear untold stories about Lani’s early years, his deep connection to rivers, and the life-changing events that shaped him. From a childhood trauma that led him to the fly rod to the plane crash that forever changed his path, Jack shares what made Lani more than just a great angler. He was a true steward of the sport. If you’ve ever been moved by a cast, a river, or a story, this one’s for you.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/794

793 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/793

Presented by: Jackson Hole Fly Company, Pescador on the Fly, Four Wheel Campers,

Smitty's Fly Box

When you think of Alaska, you probably picture places like Bristol Bay or the Kenai Peninsula. But tucked away in southeast Alaska is the Tongass National Forest, a wild, untouched rainforest full of remote streams where you could be the only angler for miles around.

Sounds pretty awesome, right?

Kevin Main from Tongass on the Fly spends his days guiding fly anglers through some of the most untouched rivers of Southeast Alaska.

In this episode, find out why fly patterns matter more than just covering ground in certain times of the year, why tides pretty much run the show up there, what it takes to chase steelhead and sea-run cutthroat in spots only reachable by mothership, and why a Stikine River float might be one of the most underrated trips in Alaska.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/793