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The Stillwater Edge delivers quick, actionable stillwater fly fishing tips each week. Hosted by Greg Keenan, this no-nonsense podcast helps you fine-tune your approach with proven tactics for stillwater fishing Whether you’re a beginner or experienced angler, get the insights you need to fish smarter and catch more—in 15 minutes or less. Subscribe now and stay ahead on the water.

  1. How to Catch Trout in Dirty or Algae-Stained Lakes

    12/04/2025

    How to Catch Trout in Dirty or Algae-Stained Lakes

    Algae blooms and murky conditions don’t shut down trout. They shift how they feed. This episode breaks down how to adapt fast and start catching. Episode Description: When a lake turns dirty or green, most anglers assume the bite is dead. In reality, trout rely heavily on vibration, silhouette, and movement, not just sight. Greg explains how to adjust retrieves, fly selection, leader length, and positioning so you stay connected in low-visibility Stillwater conditions. Learn the best flies, colors, and presentations for murky lakes and how to detect takes when your fly line disappears. More SWE: Get free Stillwater resources and enter monthly gear and trip giveaways at https://thestillwateredge.com/free-resources/

    8 min
  2. How Trout React to Angling Pressure and What You Can Do About It

    12/02/2025

    How Trout React to Angling Pressure and What You Can Do About It

    Fishing pressure doesn’t just make lakes feel crowded—trout change their behaviour fast. In this episode, Greg breaks down how pressured trout feed, move, and react, and how small tactical adjustments can keep you catching fish when others struggle. Learn when to downsize, how to use overlooked water, how to adjust timing windows, and when it’s smarter to switch lakes entirely. Free Stillwater resources +  giveaways: https://thestillwateredge.com/free-resources/

    8 min
  3. The Five Stillwater Mistakes That Cost Anglers Fish

    11/27/2025

    The Five Stillwater Mistakes That Cost Anglers Fish

    Most anglers lose fish because of small stillwater mistakes, not bad flies. Greg breaks down the five errors that cost anglers fish and the simple fixes that get you back in the zone. Get free Stillwater PDFs and join the newsletter at: https://thestillwateredge.com/free-resources/

    8 min
  4. The Balanced Leech: The One Fly You Should Throw on Every New Lake

    11/25/2025

    The Balanced Leech: The One Fly You Should Throw on Every New Lake

    When you pull up to a brand-new lake, everything feels overwhelming. But there’s one fly that cuts through all the unknowns and catches trout year-round. In this episode, discover why the balanced leech is the ultimate Stillwater confidence fly. Episode Description: Stepping onto a new lake can feel paralyzing. Unknown depths, shifting food sources, structure you’ve never mapped, and a hundred questions before your first cast. But what if one fly could simplify all of it? Today, Greg breaks down why the balanced leech should be your go-to on unfamiliar Stillwaters. Learn why this pattern is unmatched for versatility, depth coverage, seasonal range, and big-fish consistency. If you want a single fly that produces nearly anywhere, anytime, this is it. Key Topics Covered: • Why the balanced leech is the most versatile Stillwater fly • How it imitates multiple trout food sources • Why trout rely on leeches in nearly every lake • Fishing the balanced leech under an indicator effectively • Best colors for clear water, stained water, and pressured lakes • Why pumpkin head balanced leeches can be deadly • Micro balanced leeches for trophy trout • How to test depths fast when you hit a new lake • How to keep your approach simple instead of overthinking CTA: Want free Stillwater resources, depth cheat sheets, gear guides, and a chance to win monthly premium gear? Join the Stillwater Edge newsletter at: https://thestillwateredge.com/free-resources/ Stay subscribed to be automatically entered every month.

    6 min
  5. Fishing the Margins How to Find Big Trout in the Shallows

    11/20/2025

    Fishing the Margins How to Find Big Trout in the Shallows

    Most anglers row right past the best Stillwater water. In this episode, Greg reveals why the lake margins consistently hold big trout—and how to fish the shallows with confidence. Get the full breakdown and grab your free Stillwater resources at https://thestillwateredge.com   Most anglers overlook the margins—but that’s where the food is, and where trout naturally cruise. In this episode, Greg explains why the shallows are one of the most productive zones on any Stillwater and breaks down how to approach the edges with stealth and purpose. You’ll learn when trout move shallow, the features that consistently hold fish, how wind and light influence margin activity, and the clean simple setups that excel in skinny water. This episode will help you rethink the shoreline and turn more edge water into fishable opportunity. Key Topics: • Why margins are prime Stillwater habitat • When trout push into the shallows • The role of weeds, insects, and structure • Stealth, angle of attack, and boat control • Fly line selection for skinny water • Proven patterns for weed edges and drop offs CTA: For more Stillwater education, free monthly PDFs, and new gear guides, subscribe at thestillwateredge.com. Join the newsletter to enter monthly trip and gear giveaways.

    8 min
  6. Stealth Casting: How to Catch More Trophy Trout by Staying Invisible

    11/18/2025

    Stealth Casting: How to Catch More Trophy Trout by Staying Invisible

    Most anglers spook trophy trout before the fly even hits the water. In this episode, discover how stealth casting can turn every cast into a catch.     Stealth casting is one of the most overlooked skills in stillwater fly fishing but it’s the difference between watching trout scatter and watching them eat your fly. In this episode of The Stillwater Edge Podcast, Greg Keenan breaks down how to approach, deliver, and control your presentation without spooking fish. Learn why patience, positioning, and precision matter more than distance or power when you’re hunting trophy trout in clear, shallow water. Key Topics Covered: The #1 mistake that spooks trophy trout before your fly even lands How to make your first cast count every time Why distance and accuracy beat power in stillwater casting Leader and line setup tips for stealthy presentations How to read trout behavior and approach feeding zones quietly The small adjustments that separate average anglers from trophy hunters

    9 min
  7. How to Travel Light Without Leaving Crucial Gear Behind

    11/13/2025

    How to Travel Light Without Leaving Crucial Gear Behind

    Most anglers overpack for the lake and it’s costing them time, space, and fish. In this episode, Greg Keenan shares his proven minimalist Stillwater fly-fishing system to help you travel light without leaving behind what matters. Learn how to streamline your gear, pack smarter for float tubes or boats, and focus more on catching fish than managing clutter. Tune in and discover how to stay efficient, organized, and ready for any Stillwater situation.

    9 min
  8. The Perfect Stillwater Landing Net What to Buy and Why It Matters

    11/11/2025

    The Perfect Stillwater Landing Net What to Buy and Why It Matters

    The right stillwater landing net can be the difference between landing a trophy trout and losing it at the boat. In this episode, Greg breaks down what makes the perfect net—hoop size, handle length, mesh type, and the key feature every stillwater angler needs to avoid chaos around anchors and motors. Visit thestillwateredge.com for stillwater gear guides, checklists, and guided trip options.

    11 min
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The Stillwater Edge delivers quick, actionable stillwater fly fishing tips each week. Hosted by Greg Keenan, this no-nonsense podcast helps you fine-tune your approach with proven tactics for stillwater fishing Whether you’re a beginner or experienced angler, get the insights you need to fish smarter and catch more—in 15 minutes or less. Subscribe now and stay ahead on the water.

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