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The Casting Across Fly Fishing Podcast explores the quarry and the culture of fly fishing. Each episode, I'll discuss some aspect of fly fishing - the people, places, and things that go into the pursuit of fish.

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The Casting Across Fly Fishing Podcast explores the quarry and the culture of fly fishing. Each episode, I'll discuss some aspect of fly fishing - the people, places, and things that go into the pursuit of fish.

    6 Cash Saving Tips for Fly Fishing Trips

    6 Cash Saving Tips for Fly Fishing Trips

    Yes. I know it is a long title. But I like the way it sounds.
    Today I'm in the midst of planning a fly fishing excursion of my own. So I figured I would share some of the most practical advise I have amassed over the years related to lodging.
    If you have the means, it is a wonderful experience to stay at a full-service fly fishing resort right on the water. But there are plenty of reasons, economics included, why that might not be an option for everyone.
    This episode contains 6 quick things to think about that might save you some serious money when it comes to staying somewhere for fishing.
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    • 26 min
    Urban Fly Fishing 101

    Urban Fly Fishing 101

    Trout don't live in ugly places is a cute little phrase. But it is not true.
    I have caught trout in some ug-ly places. Busted concrete abutments, shopping carts, and the growl of engine braking are not what you think when you daydream of fly fishing. But out of necessity or adventure, this alternative ambiance certainly is an option.
    Today I give an ever-so surface level primer of how to figure out where and how to fish in town, city, or subdivision. You might have to dodge an angry person or some garbage, but you might also have an unforgettable angling excursion.
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    • 27 min
    Guide Stories & Insights

    Guide Stories & Insights

    Guides do a lot more than put fish on the end of your line. In fact, putting fish on the end of your line is one of those things they can't do. So when they ask questions, give ideas, or encourage the trip to go in a different direction, their expertise is worth leaning into.
    Today I'm sharing four guide stories. Two are from my perspective as a client, one as a guide, and the last is from a friend with a particularly stubborn client. They're more educational/cautionary tales than anything else, but hopefully they can give some perspective as we're heading into another fishing season. And, potentially time on the water with a guide.
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    • 29 min
    Nasty Weather Fly Gear

    Nasty Weather Fly Gear

    ...and a few of them are pretty inexpensive, too.
    For one reason or another, you might find yourself fly fishing in the kind of weather that isn't found on catalog covers. But there is also a very good chance that such outings yield experiences that you won't forget.
    By and large, the gear that you have will work when water is high, fast, and coming from the sky. But there are a few things that are really helpful for you to have on hand when the fair-weather anglers are warm and dry.
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    • 25 min
    Fly Fishing VA, 2 Ways

    Fly Fishing VA, 2 Ways

    I was blessed to get a week and a half of vacation in one of my favorite places in this world: Virginia's Blue Ridge.
    Along with general rest and a lot of family time, I was able to get out and do a little bit of fishing. In this week's episode I talk through why this region is special, how I spent my time on the water, and some tactics that you might find useful.
    On a related note, I usually get some great feedback from others who fish the areas I mention on the podcast. Please reach out and let me know if you have fished or are planning to fish the mountain brooks and spring creeks of central VA!
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    • 28 min
    Fly Fishing Accusations, XXVIII

    Fly Fishing Accusations, XXVIII

    This installation of "fly fishing accusations" is all about dogmatic opinions.
    Included are convictions regarding:

    wading boot soles

    angling literature

    the exclusivity claims of Christianity

    Does that last one sound like it might not fit in with the others? Well, if the feedback I received from a recent article is any indication: it certainly does.
    Enjoy, and don't hesitate to reach out with your questions, comments, or accusations.
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    • 28 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
76 Ratings

76 Ratings

Tyson Pacheco RI ,

Great podcast

Very enjoyable podcast, I look forward to the topics that Matthew discusses. Great podcast, definitely one of my favorite.

P.O.ed in Englewood ,

Great podcast

Mathew
Thank you for your time in putting together your podcast
I discovered it a few weeks ago and have listened to almost all Very informative and entertaining
I don’t know if it is a trait but many year’s ago I had a friend who was mad about fly fishing especially with bamboo rods and bird hunting with small side by side shotguns who was also a Methodist minister Conversations with him ( that taught me so much about fly fishing and life) reminds me much of the way you come across
I’m not a fan of all fly fishing podcasts (I tend to to severely curate my selections but I and a fan of yours and also Tailer Trash Fly Fishing quite a wide spectrum but based on the honesty desire to improve the community
I’m in FL so I only get to fish trout in the summer back home in Montana but you speak to fly fishing as a whole
Well thats long enough
Thank you again
Joe Gilmartin

Matthew of the Midwest ,

Every episode is a gem

I’ve binged probably half of the episodes
in the last three months, they are all great. A mix of educational fly fishing topics but also gear reviews and suggestions for other fly fishing podcasts and resources to check out. Matthew won’t steer you wrong

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