Dads On The Fly

Dads On The Fly

We are dads and brothers who love to fly fish. We're trying to tackle parenting and family in the same way we tackle our beloved fly fishing hobby: we're figuring it out as we go along. We talk about faith, family, fishing, and the intermingling of it all.

Recent Episodes

Aug. 18, 2025

170. Bass, Bugs, and Blue Line Flies with Adam Hudson

This week we sit down with Adam Hudson, co-founder of Blue Line Flies and the voice behind their popular YouTube channel. Adam shares his unique beginnings chasing smallmouth bass on the fly and how those early days shaped th...
Aug. 4, 2025

169. Tourney Time: Our First Fly Fishing Competition

In this special episode, Joshua and Caleb are joined by Joshua's son Foster to recap their first-ever fly fishing tournament adventure. They share what it was like to bring a competitive edge to the river, how the pressure ch...
July 21, 2025

168. Slowing Down in the High Country

In this episode, we recap a recent family getaway to the beautiful high country of North Carolina. From casting lines on a quiet lake near Blowing Rock to paddle boarding, swimming, and building boats with our kids, this trip...
July 8, 2025

167. Casting Hope with Clark Bartee – The Story Behind High Ground Outfitters

In this episode, we sit down with Clark Bartee, founder of High Ground Outfitters , a nonprofit ministry that uses fly fishing as a tool for rest, restoration, and connection—especially for pastors and ministry leaders. Clark...
June 24, 2025

166. Back to the Basics: Summer, Trips, Kids, and a Little Fly Fishing

In this throwback-style episode, Joshua and Caleb are back behind the mics—just the two of them—catching up and reflecting on life lately. From recent fishing trips and outdoor adventures with the kids to lessons learned in t...
June 9, 2025

165. Art, Family, and the Fly – A Conversation with John Tamboles

In this episode, we’re joined by John Tamboles—artist, veteran, dad, and lifelong fisherman from Florida’s Treasure Coast. Known to many as Off the Grid John , John shares how his love for fly fishing was shaped by time on th...

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