Off the Hook with MattyD

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Are you a fly fisher looking to get the inside scoop on the best spots and tactics? Then you need to check out Off the Hook with MattyD. Each week, I bring on expert guides from all over the country to talk about their local fisheries. Whether you're interested in the streams of my home state of Virginia or want to learn about chasing different species in other parts of the country, we've got you covered. You'll hear directly from the pros on how to have a successful day on the water.

  1. Fishing the Keys with Capt. Mike ODell with Right On Charters

    4D AGO

    Fishing the Keys with Capt. Mike ODell with Right On Charters

    Fly fishing the Keys and Everglades National Park is a dream for many fly anglers. There are so many different species to target at different times of the year.  Captain Mike ODell of Right On Charters joins the show to talk about this amazing fishery which is a fly anglers dream, but you better hone your skills in casting and fighting fish or you will be talking about the one that got away.  If you want big Tarpon, Bones, Permit, Baracudda, Red Fish, Snook, Speckled Trout and more, you have to listen to Captain Mike and what he can offer you on an outing, whether it is for one fly angler or even a family fun day. Learn more about Captain Mike ODell and Right on Charters at their website: https://www.rightoncharters.com/ Follow Captain Mike on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/captcrunchodell/ YOUR HOST Matt DiNado (MattyD) If you have a topic that you would like me to cover or have any comments or suggestions reach out to me: mdinardo23@gmail.com Enjoy the Show! MattyD https://www.instagram.com/MattDiNardo

    27 min
  2. Fishing the Salmon River and other Lake Ontario tribs with Jay Peck Guides and Lost Rivers Fishing

    SEP 24

    Fishing the Salmon River and other Lake Ontario tribs with Jay Peck Guides and Lost Rivers Fishing

    We are a couple weeks into the 2025 Salmon season and things are heating up!  But because of the drought conditions NYS DEC has closed the Lower Fly Zone to anglers until November 1st.  Captain Jay Peck joins the show to talk about this temporary ordinance and why it is needed.  Plus, Jay talks about some of his tried and true techniques that he uses with his clients, whether it is on the Salmon River or some of the western NY tribs.  Jay also talks about his yearly Spey program and how it is a weekend of instruction for those that want to get into spey fishing or even for the experienced spey angler looking for a few fine points and a tune up on their skills. You can learn more about Jay Peck through his website at: https://www.jaypeckguidesflyfishing.com/ Check out Jay's YouTube page which he is constantly updating: https://www.youtube.com/@JayPeckGuidesLostRiversFishing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lostriversfishing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Jay-Peck-Guides/100057437470046/   YOUR HOST Matt DiNado (MattyD) If you have a topic that you would like me to cover or have any comments or suggestions reach out to me: mdinardo23@gmail.com  Enjoy the show! MattyD https://www.instagram.com/MattDiNardo

    54 min
  3. Fly Fishing in Virginia and overview with Captain Simon Valencia

    SEP 21

    Fly Fishing in Virginia and overview with Captain Simon Valencia

    This is the inaugural show of Off the Hook with MattyD. In this first episode, we discuss fly fishing in Richmond and Central Virginia. There are so many rivers, lakes, streams, the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean that offer a variety of fishing. You can drive 5 minutes to 2 hours to get into some really good fishing. Captain Simon Valencia of Current Culture Fly joined the show to provide detailed insight into our great fisheries. Read more about Captain Simon Valencia and the other guides from Current Culture Fly at https://currentculturefly.com/ Follow Current Culture Fly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/currentculturefly/ and on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/currentculturefly Follow Captain Simon Valencia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/capt.s.valencia   YOUR HOST Matt DiNado (MattyD) If you have a topic that you would like me to cover or have any comments or suggestions reach out to me: mdinardo23@gmail.com Enjoy the Show! MattyD https://www.instagram.com/MattDiNardo

    33 min
  4. Fishing for Bowfin and Gar with Captain Simon Valencia and Keegan Lemcke

    SEP 21

    Fishing for Bowfin and Gar with Captain Simon Valencia and Keegan Lemcke

    Fly fishing in Virginia can be really fun, especially when you are targeting different species. In the episode Captain Keegan Lemcke and Captain Simon Valencia, both of Current Culture Fly, discuss fly fishing for Gar and Bowfin. These fish provide so much power during the fight. Follow Captain Keegan Lemcke on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/capt.keegan.lemcke/ Read more about Captain Simon Valencia and the other guides from Current Culture Fly at https://currentculturefly.com/ Follow Current Culture Fly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/currentculturefly/ and on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/currentculturefly Follow Captain Simon Valencia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/capt.s.valencia   YOUR HOST Matt DiNado (MattyD) If you have a topic that you would like me to cover or have any comments or suggestions reach out to me: mdinardo23@gmail.com Enjoy the Show! MattyD https://www.instagram.com/MattDiNardo

    23 min
  5. Fishing for Smallmouth & Trout with Captain Mike Rennie

    SEP 21

    Fishing for Smallmouth & Trout with Captain Mike Rennie

    Virginia has some great waters for trout. However, in the hot summer months you want to leave the trout alone and target Smallmouth bass for a change of pace. Captain Mike Rennie and Captain Simon Valencia, both of Current Culture Fly, talk about fly fishing for Smallmouth bass during the summer months and we even throw in a side of Muskie fishing. Learn more about Captain Mike Rennie and book at trip with him at Blue Mountain Drift Follow Captain Mike Rennie on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/blue_mountain_drift/ Read more about Captain Simon Valencia and the other guides from Current Culture Fly at https://currentculturefly.com/ Follow Current Culture Fly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/currentculturefly/ and on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/currentculturefly Follow Captain Simon Valencia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/capt.s.valencia   YOUR HOST Matt DiNado (MattyD) If you have a topic that you would like me to cover or have any comments or suggestions reach out to me: mdinardo23@gmail.com Enjoy the Show! MattyD https://www.instagram.com/MattDiNardo

    30 min
  6. Largemouth & Snakeheads with Captains Simon Valencia & Reid Parker

    SEP 21

    Largemouth & Snakeheads with Captains Simon Valencia & Reid Parker

    Captain Reid Parker and Captain Simon Valencia of Current Culture Fly stop by and discuss fly fishing for largemouth bass and Snakeheads in Central Virginia. Read more about Captain Simon Valencia and the other guides from Current Culture Fly at https://currentculturefly.com/ Follow Current Culture Fly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/currentculturefly/ and on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/currentculturefly Follow Captain Simon Valencia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/capt.s.valencia Follow Captain Reid Parker on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reiidparker/ YOUR HOST Matt DiNado (MattyD) If you have a topic that you would like me to cover or have any comments or suggestions reach out to me: mdinardo23@gmail.com Enjoy the Show! MattyD https://www.instagram.com/MattDiNardo

    36 min
  7. Fishing for Shad & Stripers on the James River in Richmond with Captain Simon Valencia

    SEP 21

    Fishing for Shad & Stripers on the James River in Richmond with Captain Simon Valencia

    In spring and early summer the James River in downtown Richmond comes alive with shad and stripers. Captain Simon Valencia, from Current Culture Fly, joins the show to talk about targeting these species, what you should have for a fly rod, fly line, flies to make your outing successful. Read more about Captain Simon Valencia and the other guides from Current Culture Fly at https://currentculturefly.com/ Follow Current Culture Fly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/currentculturefly/ and on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/currentculturefly Follow Captain Simon Valencia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/capt.s.valencia   YOUR HOST Matt DiNado (MattyD) If you have a topic that you would like me to cover or have any comments or suggestions reach out to me: mdinardo23@gmail.com Enjoy the Show! MattyD https://www.instagram.com/MattDiNardo

    54 min
  8. DWR & Virginia Fisheries with Alex McCrickard

    SEP 21

    DWR & Virginia Fisheries with Alex McCrickard

    Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources helps to manage our fisheries with rules, regulations and stocking. Alex McCrickard joins the show to discuss how Virginia DWR is always working to improve your experience when out fishing. Learn more about DWR and the work they do with our fisheries in Virginia here   YOUR HOST Matt DiNado (MattyD) If you have a topic that you would like me to cover or have any comments or suggestions reach out to me: mdinardo23@gmail.com Enjoy the Show! MattyD https://www.instagram.com/MattDiNardo

    56 min
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Are you a fly fisher looking to get the inside scoop on the best spots and tactics? Then you need to check out Off the Hook with MattyD. Each week, I bring on expert guides from all over the country to talk about their local fisheries. Whether you're interested in the streams of my home state of Virginia or want to learn about chasing different species in other parts of the country, we've got you covered. You'll hear directly from the pros on how to have a successful day on the water.

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