Sitting down with Montana Angler and Chef Ranga Perera | TWIFF - Flylords Podcast

Welcome back to 'The Drift'! In this episode, we go for a float down our local river with angler and educator Heather Harkavey. Born in Florida, Heather spent her youth chasing fly-fishing records, breaking over 100 of them before she even turned 17! Now, Heather spends her time running a non-profit called "Fish For Change," a youth-focused fishing program in Guanaja, Mexico, which gets kids of all ages on the water + teaches them about the mental health and community benefits of fly fishing. We've got one more seat in the boat... come along for a drift! Thanks to Heather for taking the time to come fish with us! For more information about her and Fish For Change, check out their website here: https://www.fishforchange.org/ - Thank you to our sponsors for making this video possible! Go and check them out below! YETI: https://www.yeti.com/ Grundens: https://grundens.com/ - Gear we used: Grundens Rock Armor Boots: https://grundens.com/products/rock-armor-wading-boot?_pos=1&_sid=823374cd9&_ss=r Grundens Vector Zip Waders: https://grundens.com/products/mens-vector-zip-stockingfoot-wader?pr_prod_strat=e5_desc&pr_rec_id=733417d5a&pr_rec_pid=8676016324857&pr_ref_pid=8046068531449&pr_seq=uniform YETI GoBox: https://www.yeti.com/cases-and-storage/hard-cases - Also, check out our online mag, with new articles posted daily! https://flylordsmag.com/ - Please Like and Subscribe! It helps us make more of this content in the future. Also, leave us a comment to let us know who we should have on our next episode! - Check out Episode 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nxV-IUaQIfM&t=607s - Chapters: - #thedrift #flyfishing #fishing #podcast

Welcome back to another episode of This Week in Fly Fishing, where Wills and Jared break down the biggest stories in fly fishing, answer your questions from the water, and sit down with interesting people and leaders from the industry. This week, we dive into the major changes being proposed to the national roadless rule and what they could mean for public lands, wild places, and anglers across the country. We also tackle your audience-submitted fly fishing questions, sharing tips and advice to help you catch more fish on the water. Then, we turn our attention to the Colorado River and the growing threats facing one of the West's most important rivers. Finally, we're joined by Gavin from Driftless Wader Repair to talk about the art of keeping your waders on the water, repairing them properly, and the story behind his business. *Go support Driftless Wader Repair: Website: https://driftlesswaderrepair.com/ Instagram: driftless_wader_repair *FLYLORDS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flylords/ Blog: https://flylordsmag.com/ *Have a question for a future episode? Drop it in the comments below!Subscribe to Flylords for more fly fishing stories, conservation news, tips, and episodes of This Week in Fly Fishing. Musicbed License: MB01KLZLGLOZ57T

In this special ‘Tarpon Week’ Episode, we sit down with professional Tarpon guide: Captain Brett Martina. Brett, based out of Apalachicola, spends almost 200 days a year hunting the elusive silver king, along with redfish, and occasionally Bass. Having worked with some of the greats, Brett’s made a name for himself amongst the local guide community as a man who works hard, and gets it done. So tune in as we get down and dirty with Brett talkin’ all things Tarpon. - If you want to win a FREE trip to fish for tarpon with Brett, check out our Ultimate Tarpon Week Giveaway HERE: https://www.sitkagear.com/giveaways Featuring: - an expense-paid trip for 2 days of fishing with Brett Martina - an additional prize package from SITKA Gear, Costa Sunglasses, Yeti, NAM, and Flylords. Giveaway ends July 12th, 2026. - A big shout-out to Brett for having us down to fish with him. To check him out or book a trip, you can find more info, here: https://www.instagram.com/apalachinshore/ - Thank you to the sponsors of Tarpon Week, and of this video for making this all possible: - SITKA Gear: https://www.sitkagear.com/ - Yeti: https://www.yeti.com/ - Costa Sunglasses: https://www.costadelmar.com - To see more of Tarpon Week, Click HERE: https://flylordsmag.com/sitkagear.comGiveaways SITKA Gear Giveaways - https://www.sitkagear.com/giveaways SITKA Gear - sitkagear.com SITKA Gear: Turning Clothing Into GearSITKA Gear uses advanced design, technology and fabrics to create hunting gear systems that enhance the experience of the hunter. Explore SITKA today. yeti.com YETI: Drinkware, Hard Coolers, Soft Coolers, Bags and MoreOur ultra-durable coolers, drinkware and bags are the pinnacle of performance and built for every-day use. Get the gear that performs when it matters most. costadelmar.com Costa Del Mar® Sunglasses: Official Online Store USCosta Del Mar offers high-quality polarized sunglasses for special activities as fishing, boating or for an everyday outdoor lifestyle. Discover all our special collections! Musicbed License: MB01KLZLGLOZ57T

Welcome to THE DRIFT! In this new Flylords original series, we bring unique personalities onto the river with us for an epic day of fishing and conversation. In this episode, we hit the river with legendary photographer, speaker, and filmmaker, Chris Burkard. Hop in the boat with us as we head down the river in search of thought-provoking queries, stopping only to net a fish or two! This isn't your typical podcast! - Thanks to our partners for helping bring this series to life: YETI: https://www.yeti.com/Grundens: https://grundens.com/-Additional thanks to Chris for coming out to fish with us! Check him out here: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburkard/-Make sure to Like and Subscribe and be on the lookout for new episodes: COMING SOON.-Chapters:0:00-01:43 - Welcome to The Drift!01:44-12:44 - Catching up with Chris while nymph fishing12:45-30:46 - Brown trout and Chris' career in photography30:47-39:11 - Triple rig chaos! 39:12-51:11 - Dry fly fishing, hobbies, leaving a legacy 51:12-1:00:20 - Balancing family and work, finding purpose1:00:21:06:05 - Closing out the first drift!MusicBed License: MB01II6WW0FEIVC

Welcome to THE DRIFT! In this new Flylords original series, we bring unique personalities onto the river with us for an epic day of fishing and conversation. In this episode, we hit the river with legendary photographer, speaker, and filmmaker, Chris Burkard. Hop in the boat with us as we head down the river in search of thought-provoking queries, stopping only to net a fish or two! This isn't your typical podcast! - Thanks to our partners for helping bring this series to life: YETI: https://www.yeti.com/Grundens: https://grundens.com/-Additional thanks to Chris for coming out to fish with us! Check him out here: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburkard/-Make sure to Like and Subscribe and be on the lookout for new episodes: COMING SOON.-Chapters:0:00-01:43 - Welcome to The Drift!01:44-12:44 - Catching up with Chris while nymph fishing12:45-30:46 - Brown trout and Chris' career in photography30:47-39:11 - Triple rig chaos! 39:12-51:11 - Dry fly fishing, hobbies, leaving a legacy 51:12-1:00:20 - Balancing family and work, finding purpose1:00:21:06:05 - Closing out the first drift!MusicBed License: MB01II6WW0FEIVC

Welcome back to another episode of This Week in Fly Fishing, where Wills and Jared break down the biggest stories in fly fishing, sit down with industry leaders, and aren't afraid to tackle a few controversial topics along the way.This week, we dive into some of the most important conservation issues unfolding across the country, from new PFAS contamination findings to major public lands decisions that could impact anglers for years to come. Then, we're joined by Fly Shop Tour guest and legendary smallmouth guide Tim Landwehr, who shares his top post-spawn tactics for finding and catching more bronzebacks this season.-Go support Tight Lines Fly Fishing Company:https://www.instagram.com/tightlinesflyfishingcowi/?hl=en-FLYLORDSInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/flylords/Blog: https://flylordsmag.com/-Go support Tight Lines Fly Fishing Company:https://www.instagram.com/tightlinesflyfishingcowi/?hl=enMusicbed License:MB01KLZLGLOZ57T

Welcome back to another episode of This Week in Fly Fishing, today we are joined by long time friend and first time guest to the show Ranga Perera!Ranga Perera is a chef, angler, and storyteller whose passion for food and fly fishing has taken him on an incredible journey. Originally from Sri Lanka and now based in Montana, Ranga has built a unique voice in the fly fishing space by blending culture, conservation, travel, and cuisine. Passionate about sharing his story on his health, family, and a love of the outdoors. Also hosting the series Flavor on the Fly. We were stoked to sit down and catch up with Ranga and hear his incredible story!-Go support Ranga:His Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefranga.p/Website: https://www.laurianstable.com/ -Go check out Flavor on the Fly: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMv44bqf1jIVucA3jlMvooVuw4oOOSORv-FLYLORDSInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/flylords/Blog: https://flylordsmag.com/-Musicbed License:MB01KLZLGLOZ57T

Welcome back to another episode of This Week in Fly Fishing, where Wills and Jared explore the latest fly fishing news and controversial opinions.On this episode, we sit down withTaylor Thackston, owner of Frying Pan Anglers. Discussing how she ended up owning a fly shop at 23, the current state of Colorado Fishing, and a whole lot more.Plus, take a deeper look into the life of a shop owner, Taylor’s favorite trout species, new fly fishing show The Madison, and the daily life of fishing guides. -Go support Frying Pan Anglers:https://www.fryingpananglers.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqeywGq3q05Apy96I_VVlqiuJKvHTPsYCis_8kusFZqDncH8ahu-Read more about the Pomotac River Pipe Failure- https://flylordsmag.com/wastewater-pipe-failure-sends-nearly-300-million-gallons-of-raw-sewage-potomac-river/-Learn more about Montana’s legalization of corner crossing-​​https://flylordsmag.com/montana-pushing-to-legalize-corner-crossing/-FLYLORDSInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/flylords/Blog: https://flylordsmag.com/-Musicbed License:MB01KLZLGLOZ57T

Welcome to Shop Cast, where we sit down with the shop owners who make Fly Shop Tour possible. In this episode, we meet with Mike Fisher of Mend Provisions and Bobby Hawkins. Mike shares what it’s like to own and operate a fly shop and the abundant opportunities Minnesota’s 10,000 lakes have to offer. In addition, Bobby shares his story of catching the world record musky on the fly. This is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

Welcome to Shop Cast, where we sit down with the shop owners who make Fly Shop Tour possible. In this first episode, we meet with Hans Stephenson of Dakota Angler. Hans is a lifelong fly fisherman who has worked at every level of a fly shop before buying Dakota Angler. He shares with us what it’s like to run a fly shop, what South Dakota has to offer anglers, and his biggest threat to conservation. Tune in for the full conversation.