Episodes
Nov. 25, 2024
153. The Skiff Wanderer, Peter Kaple on learning and growing on the ocean.
In this episode of Dads On The Fly , we sit down with Peter Kaple, also known as The Skiff Wanderer . Peter shares his inspiring journey into the world of fly fishing, including how he taught himself the craft after moving t…
Nov. 11, 2024
152. What to expect from trout fisheries post Helene. Jacob Rash of NC Wildlife joins us to answer our questions.
In this episode, Jacob Rash joins us to discuss the future of trout fisheries in Western North Carolina following the horrific flooding from hurricane Helene. Jacob is the cold water research specialist for NC Wildlife and h…
Oct. 7, 2024
151. Hurricane Helene Update
In this episode, we take the time to update everyone on the situation in Western North Carolina as we have all been impacted by Hurricane Helene and the extensive flooding that took place in our region. We’ve been overwhelme…
Sept. 9, 2024
150. Tom Wetherington of Temple Fork Outfitters on high quality rods and being a new dad.
In this episode, Tom Wetherington joins us for a conversation all about Temple Fork Outfitters and their high quality rods. We hear about Tom's story of getting into fly fishing and how working for TFO has been such an incre…
Aug. 28, 2024
149. Caleb Snead of Rambler Angler & Blade Co.
In this episode we speak with Caleb Snead of Rambler Angler and Blade Company. The Rambler brand began last year as the new fly fishing, blade, and adventure arm of what was formerly Wolf Indiana LLC. They've been making qua…
Aug. 14, 2024
148. Summer 2024 Reflections
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb take some time to reflect on the summer of 2024. With school starting back we thought it was a good idea to take some time to reflect on this past summer and the time spent with our families…
July 29, 2024
147. Strategies for catching monster smallmouth year round with Mike Schultz of Shultz Outfitters
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb speak with Mike Schultz of Shultz Outfitters in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Mike, or "Schultzy" as he is known to most, has lived in southern Michigan for most of his life where he has logged count…
July 15, 2024
146. Smallmouth success on the James River in Virginia.
In this episode we recap our recent smallmouth fishing trip on the James river in Virginia. We took a long a great buddy Matthew Carter of Mt. Yonder Fly Fishing to explore a new section of water and try to find the smallmou…
July 1, 2024
145. Exploring Virginia Smallmouth with Wes Hodges of Wesley Hodges Fly Fishing
In this episode, we come to you on location from Wesley Hodges Fly Fishing lodge in Eagle Rock, VA. This past weekend Joshua and Caleb got to spend two nights at Wes' lodge and glamping tents and spent two days floating and …
June 24, 2024
144. The Game Changer (flies and moments) with Blane Chocklett
In this episode we sit down with expert fly designer Blane Chocklett. Blane is well known for the game changer fly as well as many others. In this episode we chronicle his life in fly fishing and the development of the game …
June 17, 2024
143. From the Maggie Valley Fly Fishing and Outdoor Festival
In this episode, we sit down with several guests from the Maggie Valley Fly Fishing and Outdoor Festival. We kick the episode off with the family of Scottie Finanger the lead creator at Wild Fly Productions. His dad Dan and …
June 10, 2024
142. Javier Fabrega on developing a passion for saltwater fly fishing and thriving as a dad in Northeast Florida.
In this episode, we chat with Javier Fabrega of Marsh Sessions. Javier is a father of three that escapes to saltwater every chance he gets to chase redfish and other species in Northeast Florida. Growing up in the Republic o…
June 3, 2024
141. Summer fishing, festivals, plans, trips, and family time
In this episode, we chat about how we fly fish in the summer months. Summer fishing for trout can be difficult in North Carolina as water temperatures rise. We discuss how we approach trout fishing and how we chase other spe…
May 28, 2024
140. David Coggins on his new book, "The Believer: A Year In The Fly Fishing Life."
David Coggins is a New York Times best-selling author and fly fishing enthusiast. He writes for several publications, his substack, and has written two fly fishing books. In this episode, we chat with David about his most re…
May 20, 2024
139. Dr. Bryan Gill from The Storied Outdoors on his new book "Jesus Is."
In this episode, Joshua sits down with Dr. Bryan Gill and recaps a fun adventure in the creek with their kids and then tells us all about his new book "Jesus Is: A 31 Day Devotional On The "I Am" Statements of Jesus." Hear m…
May 13, 2024
138. Seeing the outdoors through the eyes of our kids with April Vokey of Anchored Outdoors.
April Vokey needs little introduction to the fly fishing podcast community. Hosting one of the largest fly fishing podcasts as well as being the membership coordinator for Anchored Outdoors, she has developed a passion for t…
May 6, 2024
137. Recapping the 2024 Father/Son Retreat and recent time on the water.
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb recap the 2024 father-son retreat at Lake Logan in Western, NC. Six dads and their sons came for an epic weekend of time on the water and intentional time together. This weekend has become o…
April 29, 2024
136. David Perry from Southeastern Fly. Sharing tips and tricks for fly fishing success.
In this episode, David Perry from Southeastern Fly in Murfreesboro, TN joins us to talk about his fishing journey from the smokies to middle Tennessee. He now hosts guided fishing trips on his drift boat for several differen…
April 22, 2024
135. Creating Positive Experiences On The Water and Fly Fishing New Mexico with James Garrettson of About Trout.
James Garrettson has been consumed with fly fishing since he was 10 years old. At 14 years old he was the youngest employee at his local Orvis. In this episode, we dive into James passion for fly fishing and how it has led h…
April 15, 2024
134. The Dads On The Fly Ultimate Fly Bracket (Part 2. Champion Announced)
March Madness has always been a huge deal in our home. Every year since we were young we spent time filling out our brackets and then watching the big dance and pulling for our teams to pull the upset. We figured what better…
April 1, 2024
133. The Dads On The Fly Ultimate Fly Bracket (Part 1)
March Madness has always been a huge deal in our home. Every year since we were young we spent time filling out our brackets and then watching the big dance and pulling for our teams to pull the upset. We figured what better…
March 25, 2024
132. The Driftless and a heartwarming fly shop story with Lance Prado of Root River Rod Co.
In this episode, we learn about the driftless area from Lance Prado of Root River Rod Company. The driftless area is characterized by steep hills, forested ridges, deeply carved river valleys, spring-fed waterfalls, and cold…
March 18, 2024
131. Providing a high quality experience for teenagers to learn fly fishing and the outdoors. Joshua Garris of Curtis Wright Outfitters explains all about NC Trout Unlimited's Rivercourse.
In this episode, Joshua Garris joins us on location to share a fantastic opportunity in Western NC for teenagers to learn to fly fish and learn all about enjoying and conserving the excellent outdoor resources in North Carol…
March 11, 2024
130. Recapping the rainiest day of fishing and watching our friends catch all the fish with Chad Fouts of Smoky Mountain Angler and Bailey Landreth.
In this episode, we recap our recent trip to the Clinch River in eastern Tennessee. After hanging out and meeting Chad Fouts, manager of The Smoky Mountain Angler, a fly shop in Gatlinburg and Knoxville, he told us we had to…