Episodes

Sometimes, even the most seasoned anglers face slow days on the water. It's a common challenge, but how one reacts and adapts to these quieter moments can be the difference between a decent day and a stellar one. Today, I reflect on my recent days spent on the water, with one day being slower than the other days. In this episode, we dive deep into those moments, exploring strategies, mindset shifts, and the hidden joys that come with a slow day of fishing. Stay tuned, and let's unpack the plan a...

Join us as we shed light on his favorite nymph patterns and why they've moved up the ranks in our fishing strategy. With our audience largely comprising trout anglers, this episode aims to bridge the gap between trout and smallmouth fishing using nymphs. This episode is loaded with useful information. Get ready to expand your angling knowledge and up your fly fishing game. Produced by NOVA Media

This mailboat episode dives deep into the intricacies of fly casting, sparked by an overwhelming response from our listeners. We explore: Roll Cast: Unpack its purpose, technique, and key pointers like aligning your arm and the crucial "push forward" move. Best scenarios for its use? The Smokies and Appalachians get a special mention. Forward Cast: From power pickups to the art of the pause, we cover it all. And yes, we talk wind knots and how your wrist can betray you. The Double Haul: It mi...

Experience the untamed beauty and allure of one of the most beloved rivers in the US. The Yampa River is a living testament to Colorado's natural grandeur. It reveals a versatile personality, serving as a floating river during certain times of the year and transforming into a wading river in other seasons. Listen to one of David’s favorite guides, Andy Janoski, as he guides you through the changes in the river and helps you to understand the many different sections the Yampa offers. Fly select...

We're taking a deep dive into the critical subject of fish food and fly selection. Our approach is a unique one: we'll be unraveling the topic season by season, providing you with a comprehensive annual cycle of food as it relates to your choice of fly patterns. The real beauty of this approach? You can recycle information year after year. We discuss the invaluable resource of past fishing reports, those hidden gems that hold within them patterns, habits, and insights. Picture this: It's March ...

Join us on this episode of Southeastern Fly as we dive deep into the diverse fly fishing opportunities around Mobile Bay, Alabama. Our guest Peter Jordan, is the owner of The Lost Angler and he gives us a panoramic view of fishing in the Daphne area—from targeting striped bass at the top of the Delta, to hunting for redfish off the beaches. We also wade into the smaller creeks, casting for Choctaw and Spotted bass, comparing it to smallmouth fishing sans the rocky bottoms. The highlight? An elu...

Heat up your fishing experience with this episode of Southeastern Fly as we delve deep into the world of Terrestrials (land-dwelling insects) used in fly fishing. David shares an engaging tale of fishing on a sweltering Middle Tennessee day, unraveling the art and science behind using these unique flies. Throughout the episode, we explore two distinct types of terrestrials: those that ride high on the water and those that glide low, resembling a spent look. You’ll also get an insight into the d...

This episode is all about the magic of night fishing. We'll dive into the nitty-gritty of techniques and gear (spoiler alert: Winston, TFO, and Douglas get a mention!), discuss the intrigue of fishing near cleaning stations, and shine a light on how moon phases can make or break your fishing strategy. We also explore the art of fly patterns, and touch on some ways to make your hook set just right to keep those fish biting. Get insights on fish behaviors when the sun sets, and how different the r...

In this Mail Boat episode, we’re answering a question from Adam regarding the "right" way to fly-fish. We delve into the highs and lows of fly fishing. We explore the thrill of catching a fish, despite the traditionally low success rates, and the trade-off between the challenge and the sheer joy of the sport. We also humorously touch on the regular 'therapy sessions' that some fly-fishers might need, given the frustrations associated with their beloved pastime. We also take a lighter look at th...

Shane Griffith is an experienced fly fishing guide and instructor from the South Holston River Company. Dive into the world of the South Holston River, its distinctive features, and the skills and equipment necessary for a triumphant fly fishing adventure. In this episode, Shane recounts his journey as a fly fishing guide and his path to joining the South Holston River Company, stressing the crucial role passion for teaching and helping others plays in being a successful guide. Produced by Nova...

In this episode of the Southeastern Fly podcast, we discuss the importance of knots in fishing. Knots are the last line of defense against losing fish, and it is crucial to learn how to tie knots that hold. In this episode we delve into various knots, including the Arbor knot, nail knot, surgeon’s knot, surgeon’s loop, and perfection loop. Everyone should practice their knots regularly, particularly those that they use most frequently. It cannot be emphasized enough, the importance of being abl...

Fly fishing is a good way to see different places. This year we are going to add to our line-up of shows and look around to see where we might travel to while we enjoy our favorite pastime. On this episode David talks with Juan Ramirez about the Arkansas tailwater in Pueblo Colorado. It is an interesting river and the tailwater fish’s somewhat different than a lot of tailwaters. David and Juan start the conversation with an overview of the Arkansas River, they talk about the seasons starting w...

In this episode of the Southeastern Fly podcast, listeners will learn some important tactical fishing concepts, such as how to determine the right depth to fish and how to adjust for the changing depths as the river moves downstream. The podcast explains that rivers are formed by rainfall and erosion and can be divided up into runs, riffles, pools, and bends. To fish successfully, it is important to observe the stretch of water before fishing and look for likely areas where fish may be feeding o...

In this podcast, we talked to Matthew Lewis, National Vice Chair for the Native Fish Coalition and author of “Fly Fishing for Red Eye Bass and Venture Across Southern Waters”. Matthew discussed the Mobile Basin Slam, a technique of catching Red Eye Bass, which is an entirely different species than the Rock Bass type. He also shared his appreciation for the fish and the beauty of the setting. Matthew talked about the four species of Red-Eye Bass in Alabama that make up the Mobile Basin Red-Eye Sl...

Salmon. They are found in many of our northern waters. There is one salmon that is found in the south and specifically in the southeastern US. Turkey Salmon. David speaks with Turkey Salmon expert and sometimes fly angler Tavin Dillard. David and Tavin talk extensively about the habitat, the feeding characteristics, and types of flies that you will have the best shot at catching a turkey salmon. Sit back and relax, enjoy this special episode. If you want to support the Southeastern Fly podcast ...

Captain Tony Welch’s passion for the Lowcountry’s inshore water is more than evident in this episode and with every trip he guides. Tony freely offers advice to wading anglers and future guests on his Beavertail Mosquito skiff. David and Tony discuss where the name "Lowcountry" originated, then they are off on an adventure fishing low water, creeks and backwaters, flood tides, and mud flats. Tony helps us understand the swings in tides and how to read those tides when preparing to fish the area....

This is the 50th episode of Southeastern Fly. For this special occasion David got together his closeknit fly fishing friends, known as the Liars & Tyers. The discussion, although sometimes completely off-the-rails, is centered mostly around taking a...

Guide, author and Founder of , Ryan Johnston joins David for a discussion about nymphing in high flows when the water looks all the same. They get "deep" into rods, leaders, tippets, presentation and provide good tips on the topic. Ryan talks about...

Which polarized lense do I need for sight fishing? Which frame looks good but also helps block light in just the right places? Which lense works best for anglers with older eyes? What's a Permit stick? Al Perkinson, the founder of Bajio Sunglasses,...

Fly fishing for carp is different from other types of angling. Stealth is critical, accuracy is an absolute must and patience is king. It doesn't matter if you are fishing for tailing carp, or crawling carp, the guest on this episode, Henry Cowen,...

Want to learn more about fishing midges? Wonder how to fly fish through the entire lifecycle of a chironomid? Want to learn more about special leaders and tippets when fishing a midge pattern?  Take an adventure with Dave Stewart of the and...

Support the Southeastern Fly Podcast . For someone who might be apprehensive and not know where to start, how does tyat person start tying flies?  Which types of feathers should we use for soft hackles and how do we know which of those...

Looking for useful information on fishing the Tellico River and surrounding areas? This episode is sure to give you a headstart on the rest of your fishing friends! Tellico Outfitters owner, Cody Fischer, delivers some of the most useful information...

When chasing smallies on the fly it's always good to get a guide's perspective. On this Wisdom From The Guides episode, Matt Reilly and David Knapp join Host David Perry for an in-depth discussion about smallmouth.  These three guides answer...