Dads On The Fly

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 smallmouth we've been chasing for a couple of years now. We discuss finding big smallmouth, catching our PB's, and exploring the beautiful area on the upper reaches of the James River. Check out Mt. Yonder Fly Fishing and book a great guided trip today: https://www.mtyonder.com/ In this episode: https://wesleyhodgesflyfishing.com/ Want more content, and to hear the setups we used and how we found smallmouth success? Check out the patreon and help support Dads On The Fly: https://www.patreon.com/dadsonthefly Find Dads On The Fly online and sign up for our newsletter at https://www.dadsonthefly.com/ Check out our sponsors: https://troutinsights.com/ https://catchcamnets.com/ https://turtleboxaudio.com/  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dadsonthefly/support

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 fishing the James River for smallmouth bass. It was an epic weekend. This episode is part 1 where we interview Wes all about his lodge and the outdoor experiences that Virginia has to offer. We also hear more about his experience in falling in love with the outdoors and now bringing his daughter along for the ride as well. Find Wesley Hodges Fly Fishing online: https://wesleyhodgesflyfishing.com/ https://www.instagram.com/wesley_hodges_fly_fishing?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Find Dads On The Fly online and sign up for our newsletter at https://www.dadsonthefly.com/ Support Dads On the Fly on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=84380068 Check out our sponsors: https://troutinsights.com/ https://catchcamnets.com/ https://turtleboxaudio.com/  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dadsonthefly/support

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 changer, as well as one of the most game changing moment in his life when his family adopted his son, Tyler. Find Blane online: https://www.blanechocklett.com/ Game Changer Book: https://a.co/d/01AK36fg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blanechocklettfishing “The Ties That Bind” Costa Films: https://youtu.be/Pclr1rE0T_k?si=tvM6o8uddktgq0Tb Find Dads On The Fly online and sign up for our newsletter at https://www.dadsonthefly.com/ Support Dads On the Fly on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=84380068 Check out our sponsors: https://troutinsights.com/ https://catchcamnets.com/ https://turtleboxaudio.com/  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dadsonthefly/support

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 uncle Scott discuss with us the joy of watching someone you love succeed. See more from Wild Fly and the film with uncle Scott: https://youtu.be/3WhBqt8iopc?si=gwgrkFIc-07BOn0o Then we have multiple short interviews with the following: Preston Jacobsen of Haywood Waterways Association: https://www.haywoodwaterways.org/ Will Mossbrook from Blue Ridge Flies: https://blueridgeflies.com/ Glen Murray of Saluda Beads: https://saludabeads.com/ Shannon Young of Maggie Valley Fly Shop: https://www.maggievalleyflyshop.com/ Beau Beasley with his new book "Healing Waters:" https://beaubeasley.com/books/ We want to give a big thank you to all of these guests and to everyone who came out and made the Maggie Valley Fly Fishing and Outdoor Festival such a success. It was great meeting everyone who stopped by our booth. You're the reason we keep doing this podcast. Also a special thanks to James Simmons (Caleb's son) and family friend Marleigh Littrell for their special appearance. Find Dads On The Fly online and sign up for our newsletter at https://www.dadsonthefly.com/ Support Dads On the Fly on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=84380068 Check out our sponsors: https://troutinsights.com/ https://catchcamnets.com/ https://turtleboxaudio.com/  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dadsonthefly/support

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 of Panama, Javier has a deep connection to the ocean, but it wasn't until 2015, in Jacksonville Beach, FL, that he discovered the world of fly fishing. He was drawn to the welcoming and passionate fly fishing community, and has since started Marsh Sessions where he highlights all the great things about fly fishing, but not necessarily the fish. Hear more about Javier's story on this week's episode. Find Javier on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marshsessions?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== https://www.instagram.com/javier.fabrega?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Maggie Valley Fly Fishing Festival: https://maggievalleyflyfishingfestival.com/ Find Dads On The Fly online and sign up for our newsletter at https://www.dadsonthefly.com/ Support Dads On the Fly on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=84380068 Check out our sponsors: https://troutinsights.com/ https://catchcamnets.com/ https://turtleboxaudio.com/  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dadsonthefly/support

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 species during the summer months. We also take some time to discuss some future summer fishing trips and plans with our families for the precious time we get together with them during the summer. Mentioned in this episode: NC Delayed Harvest Waters: https://www.ncwildlife.org/Connect-With-Us/delayed-harvest-trout-waters-open-june-1#:~:text=RALEIGH%2C%20N.C.%20(May%2022%2C,youth%20under%2018%20years%20old. VA Smallmouth Summer Trip: https://wesleyhodgesflyfishing.com/ Joshua's 40th Birthday Bash at The Pelican Chandeleur: https://www.chandeleurpelican.com/ Maggie Valley Fly Fishing Festival: https://maggievalleyflyfishingfestival.com/ Find Dads On The Fly online and sign up for our newsletter at https://www.dadsonthefly.com/ Support Dads On the Fly on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=84380068 Check out our sponsors: https://troutinsights.com/ https://catchcamnets.com/ https://turtleboxaudio.com/  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dadsonthefly/support

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 recent book, "The Believer: A Year In The Fly Fishing Life." In this book, David recounts a year of traveling the world searching for some of the most incredible fish species to chase with a fly rod. With his humorous approach, he shares about the cultures he experienced and new wisdom he's gained as we take a deeper dive into his fly fishing journey.  Purchase David's Books: https://a.co/d/1rXeu6A https://a.co/d/4araCzC Check out "The Contender" https://thecontender.substack.com/ Listen to our previous episode with David about his first book, "The Optimist" https://www.dadsonthefly.com/38-interview-with-david-coggins-author-of-the-optimist-a-case-for-the-fly-fishing-life/ Find Dads On The Fly online and sign up for our newsletter at https://www.dadsonthefly.com/ Support Dads On the Fly on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=84380068 Check out our sponsors: https://troutinsights.com/ https://catchcamnets.com/ https://turtleboxaudio.com/  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dadsonthefly/support

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 more about Byran, Brad, and The Storied Outdoors in our past interview with them: https://tinyurl.com/3j6x2vyx Hear Joshua and Caleb on "The Storied Outdoors:" https://www.thestoriedoutdoors.com/interviews/dads-on-the-fly-podcast Purchase "Jesus Is" by Dr. Bryan Gill: https://ironhillpress.com/collections/devotional-books/products/jesus-is-a-31-day-devotional-on-the-i-am-statements-of-jesus Find Dads On The Fly online and sign up for our newsletter at https://www.dadsonthefly.com/ Support Dads On the Fly on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=84380068 Check out our sponsors: https://troutinsights.com/ https://catchcamnets.com/ https://turtleboxaudio.com/  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dadsonthefly/support

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 teaching and empowering anglers around the globe. In this episode, she shares with us her story of falling in love with fishing, starting Anchored Outdoors, and how being a mom has influenced her perspective of everything. Find April online: https://anchoredoutdoors.com/ https://www.instagram.com/aprilvokey/ Check out the Dads On the Fly Film: https://youtu.be/RvF7fq90Bd8?si=WsKbSEXAg7Zk9Gv- Find Dads On The Fly online and sign up for our newsletter at https://www.dadsonthefly.com/ Support Dads On the Fly on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=84380068 Check out our sponsors: https://troutinsights.com/ https://catchcamnets.com/ https://turtleboxaudio.com/  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dadsonthefly/support

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 one of our favorite things to do with Dads on the Fly, and you'll hear why in this episode. We also recap some recent fun on the water with our own family and friends. Our dad's new book: https://a.co/d/6BHVO7H Check out the Dads On the Fly Film: https://youtu.be/RvF7fq90Bd8?si=WsKbSEXAg7Zk9Gv- Find Dads On The Fly online and sign up for our newsletter at https://www.dadsonthefly.com/ Support Dads On the Fly on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=84380068 Check out our sponsors: https://troutinsights.com/ https://catchcamnets.com/ https://turtleboxaudio.com/  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dadsonthefly/support