Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/767

Presented By: TroutRoutes, Stonefly Nets, Grand Teton Fly Fishing, Patagonia

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Today, we sit down with UK fly fishing legend Peter Cockwill for a wide-ranging chat on small stillwaters, chalk streams, and the decades-long friendship with our friend Jim Teeny. Peter shares his origin story insights into stocking trout with simple flies and why you shouldn't overlook that shallow downwind bank when fish and still waters. We've even got a backcountry story. This one is jam-packed with wisdom, humor, and lots of old stories.

Peter Cockwill returns with more insight from the stillwater side of the fly fishing world. We dive into fishing clearwater with minimal flies, using the wind to your advantage, and how to fish without a boat on stillwaters.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/767

Presented By: Fish The Fly, Pescador on the Fly, Waters West, Drifthook Fly Fishing

California is one of the most populous states in the US and one of the most diverse places to fly fish. From the base of the Sierra Nevadas to the Pacific Coast, steelhead in the North, carp on the flats, and saltwater opportunities in Southern California. It's just about all here. Today you're gonna get an inside look at where to fish and what to expect straight from a guy who reps some of the top brands in fly fishing and helps design gear you're probably using right now.

Matt Callies, product designer at Loon Outdoors fly tyer and longtime fly fishing rep joins us to share some of his go-to tips from years in the game. You're gonna hear which Loon product tops the charts these days and has for a while, what new gear is turning heads, and what life on the road as a rep really looks like. Plus, Matt's going to break down one liter he always carries. And why building your own might not be worth the hassle anymore. Heading back to Cali, here we go...

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/766

# 765 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/765

Presented by: Stonefly Nets, Smitty's Fly Box, Grand Teton Fly Fishing, San Juan Rodworks

Did you know the Feather Thief story actually connects back to today’s guest?

Spencer Seim is a New Mexico fly fishing guide and classic fly tyer whose deep knowledge and love for traditional patterns helped shape the story behind The Feather Thief. We get into his take on that whole crazy story, what it meant for the tying world, and what stood out most to him from the book.

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#763 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/763

Presented by: TroutRoutes, Fish The Fly, Stonefly Nets, On DeMark Lodge

When you hear “urban fly fishing,” what comes to mind? Trash? Pollution? Or carp?

But today’s guest is here to flip that idea on its head. He’s a full-time guide who chases fish in the heart of Arizona, exploring canals, lakes, and small streams right in the city.

By the end of this episode, you’ll see carp in a whole new light and pick up some solid tips to help you fish with more confidence in your own local waters.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/763

#762 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/762

Presented by: On DeMark Lodge, FishHound Expeditions, Drifthook Fly Fishing

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Kirk Wallace Johnson, author of The Feather Thief, joins us to share the wild tale of a world-class fly tyer who broke into a British museum and stole nearly 300 rare bird specimens—all to tie classic salmon flies. We explore the strange subculture behind the heist, the science lost with those birds, and how a flute-playing prodigy nearly got away with it. This conversation digs into conservation, obsession, and the ethical line between passion and crime.

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#761 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/761

Presented by: Yellowstone Teton Territory, Mountain Waters Resort, Smitty's Fly Box, Togiak River Lodge

Caleb Andrews of Tails of the Tides is here to help you make the most of your trip if you plan on fly fishing for redfish in South Carolina.

We’re talking perfect trip timing, his go-to fly materials, how scent actually plays into hookups, and even what to look for when you're creeping across those oyster flats. If you’ve ever dreamed of sight-fishing redfish in a truly wild place, this episode is for you.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/761

#760B Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/760B

Presented by: Moccasin Fly Club

Today's story started with a pair of forgotten wading boots, a group chat, and a long hike into Cheesman Canyon... with only a pair of moccasins! Hear how this mishap not only turned into a fun story to tell around a campfire but also sparked the idea for a company that’s now helping anglers plan better trips, save money, and fish more often.

In this episode, you'll learn how to stretch your travel budget, pick the right guides, and build unforgettable trips that fit any style or wallet.

John Hunt, founder of Moccasin Fly Club, is here to help us understand how to find trips on a budget, what makes a great fly fishing guide, and why some of the best adventures are still DIY.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/760B