The Orvis Fly Fishing Guide Podcast

Ten Tips for Warm Water Fly Fishing

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 31 May 2012 19:19:00 +0000

This week we're exploring the wide open world of warm water fly fishing, and not just for bass. We talk about landlocked stripers and gar and bowfin and northern redhorse--and especially shad and carp. Basically, it's about finding the fish and experimenting with retrieves--tackle and flies are the least of your worries. Most of us have some sort of warm water close to home, so it's like that old Stephen Stills song, "if you can't be with the one you love, honey, love the one you're with".

In the fly box, we answer phone calls about how to measure the length of a fly cast, how long lines, leaders and backing last, keeping fish for the table and when to fly and when to spin.

Fishing Tailwaters: An Interview with Dave Brown

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 16 May 2012 15:14:58 +0000

A great show this week!

I had the chance to sit down and talk with Simon Perkins, the newest addition here at Orvis Rod & Tackle about the Fly Fishing Film Tour as well as his own short film, Sipping Dries. We ran the trailer in the podcast feed a few weeks ago. As the main event, I interview my friend Dave Brown of Dave Brown Outfitters on fishing taiwaters, as it seems you guys can't get enough of this topic! In addition, I take a few questions from the podcast listener line.

We moved the podcast studio, again. As a result we have had some tech issues with the sound which kept us "off the air" last week. I think it's all worked out. Thanks for sticking with us!

Fifteen tips on Switching from Freshwater to Saltwater Fly Fishing

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 15:12:56 +0000

This week, in preparation for the best months of saltwater fishing from Maine to Florida (May and June) we explore the idea of moving from freshwater to salt. Trout anglers are seldom prepared for the transition to saltwater fly fishing--although the equipment requirements are easy enough to understand and you only need a few extra knots, it's mainly the casting and the expectations that throw trout anglers a curve ball. There are 15 tips for making this transition easy and fun. Also in the Fly Box this week, we answer questions about the Surgeon's vs. Clinch knots, knots for attaching wire bite tippets, polarized sunglass colors, hook styles on nymphs, trout stream ettiquette, and how to balance a reel with a rod (or not).

The Effects of the Moon and Barometric Pressure on Fishing

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 13:20:16 +0000

In this week's podcast I interview Captain Jim Barr from Rhode Island and we talk about the effects of barometric pressure changes and moon phases on fly fishing, both in Jim's arena of striped bass fishing and also on various freshwater species. If you're looking for easy answers you'll be disappointed, but I think you'll enjoy hearing us talk about the empirical observations we've made over the years. In the Fly Box section this week we discuss methods of weighting flies with non-toxic materials, why you catch bigger fish on worms than you do on flies, and an explanation of the term "turning over" a fly and what you can do to make sure your fly turns over.

20 Questions with Tom Rosenbauer

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 17:53:26 +0000

Well, be careful what you wish for. Last week I whined that we weren't getting enough response from you on Fly Box questions, so in the past week we've been inundated! I thought I would try to answer the best 20 questions we got over the past week, both e-mails and phone calles. We received suggestions from Sweden and Los Ageles and Connecticut and South Dakota and everything in between last week. In our 20 questions podcast we'll explore overlining a fly rod, fishing giant warmwater rivers, how to store a leader between fishing trips, fishing without indicators, and whether to play a fish from the reel or by stripping--and lots of other goodies!

Trailer for the Film "Sipping Dry"

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 19:32:37 +0000

Our own Simon Perkins has a film in this year's Fly Fishing Film Tour. We are going to have him on the show to discuss his film "Sipping Dry" in the coming weeks. In the meantime, check out the trailer.

From the website at www.flyfilmtour.com:

There are plenty of addictions to get hooked on in the world of fly fishing. One of the most consuming is the obsession with the dry fly, which explains why anglers travel the globe in search of epic hatches and large trout rising on the surface. "Sipping Dry" takes you to a place many refer to as the "dry fly capital of the world"--the upper Missouri River near Craig, Montana. The film introduces a handful of characters who have altered their lives to revolve around this fishery and attempts to convey their infatuation with sipping trout, insane hatches, and the river they consider to be the ultimate in the world of dry fly fishing.

Should I Stay or Should I Go?

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 17:59:55 +0000

In this week's podcast we first talk about nets and bluegills. I'm not getting many nice short, concise, specific questions for the Fly Box section so I haven't had many to answer lately. Please send your nagging questions to podcast@orvis.com or call me at 802-362-8800 and leave a message letting me know what you'd like to hear about. And in the main part of the podcast, Should I Stay or Should I Go? (what do you want to bet James will have some music to go along with that?) we talk about when to move and when to stay put, on everything from trout streamers, nymphs, and dries, to Atlantic salmon, bonefish, and steelhead.

Junk in the Trunk: Eggs, Worms and Scuds

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 17:22:30 +0000

This week in the Fly Box we first talk about what to expect when fishing for king salmon in Alaska, the half hitch vs. the whip finish in fly tying, and etiquette on salmon rivers. Then, in the main event, we explore the fascinating world of what some people call "junk" flies--worms, eggs, and scuds.

These flies are fished like nymphs and are just as much a "match the hatch" situation as elegant mayfly nymphs (at least in my opinion).

13 Tips on Leaders

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 18:32:00 +0000

In this week's fly box we talk about hook styles, casting on snow, and fly-fishing jargon. Then on to the main podcast, which is on the perenially popular subject of leaders: When to change tippets, how to modify your leader, the differences between the various types, fluoro vs. nylon, saltwater leaders described, and much more. It's a topic that is mystifying to many people and we hope we both intrigue and educate you this week.

On the Hunt for Redfish with Captain Dave Hunt

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 20:59:00 +0000

This week we have a great interview on redfish (and also speckled trout and snook) with Captain Dave Hunt from Florida. In the Fly Box, we also talk about grayling, brass and tungsten beads, and about the question of whether the term 'dry fly rod" is valid today. Plus I tip our listeners off to an exciting new development on the web--but you'll have to listen to find out!

Trout- Hatchery vs Wild, Pressured vs Remote Waters

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:22:13 +0000

In the fly box this week, we talk about where fly tying materials come from, getting wet flies to swing deeper, fishing logs, and fishing small flies under water. In the main topic, we discuss different kinds of trout and how to fish for them--hatchery vs. wild, and pressured trout streams vs. remote trout streams. We've had some great suggestions for podcast topics lately so keep them coming

How to Take Great Fishing Photos with Catch Magazine Editor Brian O'Keefe

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:56:38 +0000

This week I have a special guest, Brian O'Keefe, who owns the fantastic electronic magazine called Catch Magazine, along with his business partner Todd Moen. Brian has been in the fly fishing business as long as I have, and he's one of the best fly-fishing photographers out there. He's traveled all over the world to photograph some of the most exotic fly fishing locations, as well as plenty of cool places closer to home. We ramble a bit about the old days, but the podcast is mainly about tips for the novice fly-fishing photographer. This podcast is longer than usual so I left out the usual Fly Box section, which will return next week. Lots of good questions these days so I have a good list of topics to cover!

Ten tips for Fishing Caddisflies

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 21:27:16 +0000

The main part of the podcast this week is 10 Tips on Fishing Caddis hatches, some tips I’ve learned over the years for successfully (sometimes!) fishing caddis hatches. Caddisflies are one of the most abundant aquatic insects in trout streams, and the fishing can range from incredibly easy to downright frustrating. But trout almost always love to eat them so we need to pay attention. Also in this podcast we talk about bedraggled flies, tailwater insects, and one of my favorite subjects, using roadkills for fly tying.

15 tips For Setting up the Ultimate Fly Tying Bench

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 21:07:00 +0000

This week I discuss a frequently requested podcast this time of year--how to set up your fly-tying area. I talk about what you need to get started and what tools and threads you should begin with. I also discuss storage and lighting and magnification and about how to stay organized. In the Fly Box section we have another tip for essential safety items in a fishing vest or pack, and the difference between Blue-Winged Olives and PMDs and Pale Evening Duns.

Tom's Ten Tips for Stocking your Nymphing Box

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 19:23:20 +0000

We posted an episode a few weeks ago on how to best stock your dry-fly box. We had a number of requests for one on nymphing. Let us know what you think of this list!

Tom's Christmas List

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 19:02:17 +0000

In this episode Tom gives his list of what you could get that angler, and angler-to-be at the last minute!

Tom's Ten Tips for Slimming down or Filling up your Fly Box

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 19:59:20 +0000

This week we range in topics from toilet paper to bass leaders, but the main topic is one that is frequently requested: How to make sense of the thousands of patterns of dry flies into a reasonable number that will cover most of the hatches you encounter. I offer 10 tips on slimming down your fly box (or filling it up, depending on where you are in the game) plus my favorite dozen dry flies.

Video: The Parachute and Pile Casts

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 17:41:51 +0000

Welcome to another installment of "Ask an Orvis Fly-Fishing Instructor," with Peter Kutzer. In this episode, Peter explains the differences between the parachute cast and the pile cast, both of which are slack-line casts that can be useful when you're fishing across conflicting currents or to a fish downstream. To make a parachute cast, you stop the rod high and keep the tip up while the fly and front of the line land on the water. This gives you a belly of line between the rod tip and the water. As your fly drifts downstream, you lower the rod tip, feeding line into the drift and maintaining contact with the fly. To make a pile cast, you shoot the line high again, but this time, you drop the rod tip to the water's surface in front of the fly, dragging the line downward. This causes the line to land in a pile, so the fly can dead-drift freely.

A Guide's Life- How to become one and what it's really like

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 21:27:58 +0000

This week we do a podcast I've been looking forward to--an interview with a couple of top fly-fishing guides about what it's like to be a guide and how to get into guiding. Learn about how a guide prepares for their day, what they agonize over, and enjoy a few wild stories along the way.

Tom Rosenbauer's Ten Tips for Targeting Large trout

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 16:14:45 +0000

In this week's podcast I announce the winner of the Podcast Suggestion Contest, who won a signed copy of my latest book Essential American Flies. The topic is sure to be a crowd-pleaser to most of you--targeting bigger trout. In the podcast I give you 10 suggestions for targeting the biggest trout in a pool or in a stretch of river.

There were lots of great suggestions in the podcast contest, and I used a couple for the short Fly Box section at the beginning of the podcast: How to cure the fall blues after a tough fishing season, and how to pack for a business trip where you might grab a few hours fishing. Plus a terrific tip on rigging dry droppers on our podcast request line from a listener in Georgia.

Nymphing Techniques from Across the Pond

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 17:59:00 +0000

This week I interview George Daniel, past competitor in Team Fly Fishing USA and now head coach. The subject is European nymphing styles like Czech nymphing, Polish nymphing, French nymphing, and Spanish nymphing.

I've had a number of requests to talk about European nymphing so I called in one of the top American experts on these techniques. You'll learn the differences between these styles and under which conditions you use them, as well as how to rig for these very effective styles of catching trout and grayling on nymphs. These techniques are great to have in your bag of tricks when standard strike indicator and dry/dropper techniques aren't working.

More Fall Fly Fishing Secrets

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 17:30:03 +0000

In the podcast this week, I go on a minor rant about the ethics of crowding on today's trout streams, and pretty much tell you if you don't like the crowds, take a hike (literally). I do give some suggestions on how to handle crowded situations if you have no other choice, but there is almost always another choice. And in the main part of the podcast, I share with you some fall fishing secrets. We have touched on this subject before, but since the last time I have received some more tips from all of you that I really shoudl share.

I also announce a very special contest for the best suggestion for next week's podcast. The prize is an autographed copy of my new book, The Orvis Guide to The Essential American Flies, which is a large format book with spectacular color photos

The Prince of Tides

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 15:28:10 +0000

I'm always confused by the science and physics of tides and how they vary and how they influence fish in salt water. So I went right to the best source I know on all things saltwater related--Dr. Aaron Adams, director of Bonefish Tarpon Trust and one of my favorite fishing buddies. Fishing with him is like fishing with Mr. Wizard (excuse me for dating myself here) and Aaron does not disappoint in our interview. He takes the sceince behind tides and makes it clear and digestible to those of us who just like to fish in salt water. There are some specific tips for fly fishing related to tides as well, and Aaron suggests some ways that fly fishers in particular can use tide predictions to have more success on the water. It was a fun podcast for me as I learned a ton.

In the Fly Box, I also answer a listeners question about how and why tailwater rivers are different and some tips on fishing them.

12 Tips for Difficult Rises

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 13:06:00 +0000

This week I discuss a dozen tips for taking difficult risers. We're not always fortunate to find consistently rising fish, but when we do it's a chess match that can be the most fascinating aspect of trout fishing. There are many tips to finally fooling a difficult riser, and surprisingly few of them involve choosing the correct fly. We also have Fly Box short items on some questions that came up from listeners regarding last week's podcast on small stream fishing. And by popular demand, we'll continue our sections on great fly-fishing books and cool products you might have missed.

Test your wits with my quiz on difficult rises here.

Five Big Tips for Small Streams

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 13:44:00 +0000

In this week's podcast, we explore the world of small stream trout with 5 detailed tips (mainly because I was too lazy to organize more--actually there are probably about 20 tips included) that cover everything from what rod to use to how to find your own small stream.

There are tens of thousands of tiny trout streams in the United States, many of which never get fished or are fished infrequently, so it's a great place to get solitude and return to the essence of fly fishing. I also introduce two new items to the podcast, and we're looking for your feedback on these: a selected book of the week and "products you might have missed", a short section on handy fishing products that you might not have heard about. And, of course, we answer several questions in our popular "Fly Box" section

I am thrilled the podcast has grown so much, but I'm having a hard time keeping up with emails. I still want to hear from you, though as that is how we get material for the show! For podcast suggestions. please use the online forum at orvis.com/podcastfeedback or our voicemail line at 802-362-8800

Thanks for listening!

Steelhead East and West

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 15:28:25 +0000

Steelhead are one of the most glamorous and frustrating fish you can catch with a fly rod. They are similar in behavior and fighting ability to Atlantic salmon, but whereas our fly fishing traditions for Atlantic salmon came from a more aristocratic background, fly fishing for steelhead evolved via a more populist tradition. Where can you fish for steelhead? What techniques work best? Are the fish from the Great Lakes a true steelhead or just a big rainbow trout, and how do fishing techniques for them differ? And how many steelhead can you expect to catch in a day's fishing? (in my experience, you should expect to catch zero and be pleasantly surprised).

Listen to this week's podcast and get some tips on steelhead fishing, and then visit our podcast forum to add your thoughts or suggest future steelhead podcast topics, as this is not the last of our steelhead podcasts for this season.

Tom's Tips on Fishing Spring Creeks with Special Guest Orvis Vice-Chairman Dave Perkins

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 14:12:29 +0000

In this week's podcast, I'm joined by Dave Perkins, an old fishing and hunting buddy and also vice-chairman and one of the owners of Orvis. Dave , like me, is a spring creek fanatic and we talk about how spring creeks differ from freestone trout streams, what to expect on them, and where to find them. And of course we also discuss our favorite flies, leaders, and rods for fishing these very special trout streams. If you've never fished a spring creek, it's time to try one. And even if you never intend to fish one, the tips we give will be very helpful any time you find selective trout sipping in clear water.

In the Fly Box this week, we talk about why trout live in some streams and not in others, how to make a downstream presentation, and some tips on light-line rods.

Tom's Top Ten Tippet Tips

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 14:20:00 +0000

For this week's podcast, the main event is Tom's Top Ten Tippet Tips, or just 5T for short (but no short jokes please). In this episode, I review tips on knots, types of tippet, how to attach tippets, when to shorten or lengthen a tippet, how to avoid kinky tippets, and a bunch more.

For the "Fly Box" section of short tips, I talk about some cool, new terms and tips I learned from fishing guides in Colorado and Montana over the past two weeks.

The Fishing Warm Water and Hiding New Gear from Your Spouse Episode

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 14:55:00 +0000

Tom is out of town for a couple weeks, so he asked Pete Kutzer of our Ask a Fly Fishing Instructor video series and Brett Ference from our Double Barrel Podcast series to sit in.

We asked our Facebook and Twitter fans to suggest topics for them to cover and received over 130 suggestions!

Here are the topics they chose:

- How should a beginner go about choosing waders?

- Tips for fishin gfrom a float tube

- Is 7 years old too young to start a child fly fishing?

- When choosing a new rod, what should I consider?

- How do you best hide new fishing gear purchases from your spouse?

We also had A LOT of questions on fishing warm water, so Brett and Pete spend a lot of time on this topic.

Video: The Double-Haul Cast with Pete Kutzer

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 16:09:07 +0000

In this lesson, Peter explains why the double haul is useful for adding distance to the cast and taking pressure off your casting arm and wrist. Then he demonstrates exactly what you need to do for a successful double haul, from the right timing to the proper length of your haul. You'll learn why this is not just a cast for saltwater anglers, too. Once you've got the basics down, it's time to put Pete's lessons to work by practicing on your own lawn.

Video: Casting into the Wind with Pete Kutzer

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 12:42:17 +0000

Over on OrvisNews.com we have a regular series called ASK A FLY FISHING INSTRUCTOR. Here is one of the more popular videos on casting into the wind.

OrvisNews.com reader Dave S. asked:

I think I have a pretty decent casting motion, but the biggest issue I have is in the wind. I always get that tailing loop, and my leader knots up. I think it's more pronounced in the wind because I strain harder. What practice tips can you give me to help?

In this video, Peter demonstrates how to beat the wind by casting lower, angling the rod tip, and even making the cast backwards.

Peter has been a fisherman all his life, and he has a degree in outdoor education from Johnson State College. He's also a seriously good caster, and during his years working for Orvis he has seen it all.

Ten Steps to Getting Kids and Teens into Fly Fishing

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 17:33:00 +0000

This week I give you a 10-step plan for getting a kid into fly fishing. These are proven methods based on my experience and that of others I've talked to in the course of researching a book called Family Friendly Fly Fishing that I'm working on. I've also added three additional tips for getting teenagers into fly fishing.

In the fly box items this week we talk about the old 10 o'clock to-1 o'clock casting technique, casting into the wind with big poppers and other bass flies, attaching a new fly line to backing that's already on a reel using a loop, and the correct size sink tip fly line to buy. and "new school" vs. "old school" fly fishing

The Joy of Swinging: How, Where and When to Do It

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 19:35:36 +0000

This week I talk about swinging, and get your mind out of the gutter because it's not that kind of swinging. This is a family show.

We discuss the art and science of swinging flies for trout, salmon, and steelhead, one of the most relazing and elegant way of covering lots of water. It doesn't work all the time and in every type of water, so listen to the podcast to find out where and when to do it--and how to choose the right fly.

In the Fly Box questions this week we talk about using a 7-weight rod for trout, what an individual can do to make a trout stream better, invasive species, and how to catch bass in southern rivers in summer. Plus a note about an exciting new upgrade to our fishing reports where you can get a text message every time your favorite waters are updated.

Getting the Most out of Summertime Fly Fishing

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 19:59:00 +0000

In this week's fly box, I mention a tip on mending line that I just got from a guide, a recommendation for how to choose a rod for nymphing, and 10 tips for reeling in and playing fish. For the main part of the podcast, I give some recommendations for high summer fishing--for having more fun, getting in more fishing time, and broadening your horizons.

Do you have a topic sugggestion? Join our podcast forum at www.orvis.com/podcastfeedback

12 Steps to Summer Dry Fly Fishing

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 19:38:00 +0000

This week in the Fly Box section, we talk about rod actions, line sizes, sunscreen, and dry flies in high water. In the main event, we'll give you some tips on summer dry flies, as summer is prime time for fishing on the surface.

We have a new way to contact the podcast and share your podcast ideas. Go to www.orvisnews.com/podcast.aspx sign on with your Facebook login, and particpate in our online forum!

Matching the Hatch Part 2 - Five More Tips

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 15:42:05 +0000

In the fly box section this week we discuss a couple tackle maintenance items (cork grips and fly lines) and some tips on how to learn from some "old school" techniques. In the main part of the podcast, we learn more about hatches and how to deal with them, especially on how to collect insect specimens and what to do with them once you've obtained them.

Ten Steps from Novice to Intermediate

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 17:54:00 +0000

In this week's podcast we have a great phone call from Molly with some exciting news and in The FlyBox a tip on further refining your casting practice. For the main event, we explore the topic of moving from novice to intermediate fly fisher with some tips on how to get there.

Of Blue Damsels and Bamboo Girls

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 15:12:18 +0000

In honor of the The American Museum of Fly Fishing's Graceful Rise Exhibit, we're celebrating Women in Fly Fishing this week. Tom is out, so we've asked Paul Fersen to read his story "Of Blue Damsels and Bamboo Girls".

Read more about the Graceful Rise Exhibit at http://www.orvisnews.com/Women-in-Fly-Fishing.aspx

Tom's Ten Tips for Identifying and Matching the Hatch

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 15:38:29 +0000

This week in the fly box we address the color red in flies, post-flood fishing conditions, and what to do if you only have a few hours to fish. For the main event I give a brief guide to the major aquatic insects, how to identify what's hatching, and some strategies for fishing different types of insect hatches.

10 Tips for Preparing for a Day on the Water

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 19 May 2011 18:02:19 +0000

This week we answer a listener's question about a day in the life of an experienced fly fisher--but more how to prepare for a day than what he or she would actually do once on the water, which can vary greatly from day to day or on different kinds of waters. In this week's fly box, we talk about what color is most visible on attractor fly wings (you will be as surprised as I was!), how to pick the right reel seat, and what color to choose on attractor flies. Plus Phil Monahan updates us on the latest juicy bits from the Orvis blog.

The Ten Most Endangered Rivers in America

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 17 May 2011 19:31:34 +0000

American Rivers released its annual Orvis-sponsored Ten Most Endangered Rivers Report this week.

In this episode, Phil Monahan interviews David Moryc, Senior Director of River Protection at American Rivers about the list.

A (very) Brief History of Fly Flshing

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 12 May 2011 19:09:09 +0000

This week I give a brief and sorta rambling overview of fly-fishing history, which is difficult to do in a short podcast so I've included the names of a couple good books on the subject.

In this week's fly box, we have two casting tips, a word about "lining" fish, a short discussion of what to do when faced with crowded trout streams, and help when trying to detect a strike when nymph fishing.

Lots of little bits and pieces!

Dawn Patrol: Ten Tips (ok, eleven, but who's counting) for Early Morning Fishing

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 06 May 2011 12:59:37 +0000

In this week's podcast, the main event is The Dawn Patrol, on the pleasures, perils, and advantages of getting up as early as a turkey hunter to get some of the best fly fishing of the season. We'll discuss dawn fishing for trout, tarpon, stripers, bonefish, permit, and steelhead. In this weeks' fly box we'll explore small stream trout rods, a couple tips for fighting fish, and how to fish alongside your buddies.

Stillwater Fly Fishing Tips

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 15:36:00 +0000

With many trout rivers into serious runoff this month, and more to come as western snows melt, listeners have been asking for an early season stillwater podcast. This week I was lucky enough to interview Phil Rowley, one of the most knowledgeable stillwater anglers in the world and co-host of "The New Fly Fisher" TV show on World Fishing Network. I know I learned a lot in the show and I am sure you will as well. As an added bonus, there are some extra video tips from Phil, courtesy of "The New Fly Fisher".

Video: Casting Heavy Flies into the Wind

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 14:38:47 +0000

Welcome to our first installment of "Ask a Fly-Fishing Instructor," starring our own Peter Kutzer. A couple weeks ago, we asked you to post some questions about your biggest casting problems. Reader "Phil" wrote, "Any tips you can give on casting heavily weighted flies would be appreciated," and "Dave R." asked a much more specific version of the same question:

When practicing with my 9wt with a piece of yarn tied to my leader (9' tied with 54" 40#, 18" 30# and 18" 15# tippet. All Maxima Ultra Green) I can cast consistently to 50' and beyond. But when I tie on a weighted fly ( clouser size 1 hook with small eyes) my line and leader seem to pile up and I have problems getting past 40'.

So, cameraman Eric Weisledder and I met Peter at the casting ponds beside the Orvis Retail Store in Manchester, Vermont, so he could offer some tips on casting a heavy fly in the wind. Aside from being an excellent caster and teacher, Peter turns out to be a natural in front of the camera. And check out the way he nonchalantly switches hands to demonstrate the oval cast.

If you've got more questions for Peter, post them on our Facebook page, and we'll address each casting problem in a new video.

12 Tips for Fishing Spring Runoff

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 16:24:58 +0000

In this week's podcast, 12 tips for Fishing Spring Runoff, I give a number of valid excuses for getting skunked during spring runoff, and what you can do if faced with high, cold, muddy water. In the Fly Box section, I talk about fly rod design, fishing pressured waters, and the reality of fly-fishing magazine articles and TV shows. Plus a great tip for threading flies from a listener who left a message on our Podcast Message Line at 802 362 8800.

Ten Tips on Fishing a New Trout Stream

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 20:57:08 +0000

This week we have a couple of interesting fly box items--one on reeling right or left hand, and the other on how to dress for fly fishing. The main podcast is about evaluating a new trout stream to figure out how fast to move, what fly to use, and how rich the stream is. I also include a shameless plug for my new book Small Stream Trout Fishing.

Video: Fly Fishing for Pike Part 2

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 16:29:42 +0000

We have a very exciting podcast for you this week. Many of you have asked for a pike podcast, and we've delivered what I think is one of our best presentations in two parts.

Part 1 is an audio interview I conduct with pike expert Drew Price, where he goes into great detail on where, when, and how to catch pike. Also in part 1, we have some tips in the Fly Box section on fishing CDC flies, choosing one rod for bass and trout, and how to get your nymph deep in small plunge pools.

Part 2 is a video where we have tips on pike fishing (along with some shots of nice pike caught on a fly), courtesy of The New Fly Fisher TV show, the best how-to fly fishing show on TV right now (it's on World Fishing Network and some PBS stations).

I know I learned a ton from interviewing Drew and watching the video and can't wait to get at the pike this spring.

Leave us comments on this show at www.orvisnews.com/flyfishing/flyfishingforpike.aspx

Fly Fishing for Pike Part 1

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 16:23:15 +0000

We have a very exciting podcast for you this week. Many of you have asked for a pike podcast, and we've delivered what I think is one of our best presentations in two parts.

I know I learned a ton from interviewing Drew and watching the video and can't wait to get at the pike this spring.

Leave us comments on this show at www.orvisnews.com/flyfishing/flyfishingforpike.aspx

15 Tips for Fishing the Evening Hatch

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 16:28:53 +0000

Tom takes another great podcast suggestion from our voicemail line and turns it in to our longest episode yet at just over an hour. It's packed with 15 tips for fishing the evening hatch.

Have a suggestion or a comment? Drop us a line at podcast@orvis.com, LIKE us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/orvisflyfishing or call us at 802-362-8800.

The Laryngitis Largemouth Bass and Panfish Episode

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 19:04:00 +0000

Tom talks a lot, and it finally caught up with him He has a bit of larygitis this week, but takes one for the team and answers a phone request for a largemouth bass episode.

In the fly box: Do fish see color? We also take a phone request for a series on fishing different regions of the United States and beyond.

Gear Maintenance in the Off-Season and Ten Tips for the Aging Angler

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 17:01:00 +0000

Tom shares his off-season routine for gear mainteance and answers our first voicemail request for tips for the older angler. These tips apply to a lot of us, though, so it is a good listen all around.

Call us at 802 362 8800 for comments and suggestions, drop us a line at podcast@orvis.com or visit us on facebook at www.facebook.com/orvisflyfishing !

An Urgent Message from Tom

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 20:25:54 +0000

We now have the best chance ever of stoppiing Pebble Mine in Bristol Bay, Alaska.

BUT WE NEED YOUR HELP

First: listen to this podcast

Then:

Go to http://www.orvisnews.com/protectbristolbay.aspx and click the TAKE ACTION link.

Full Circle by Paul Fersen

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 18:31:00 +0000

We're giving Tom a day off and have asked resident author Paul Fersen to read a story he wrote about for Gray's Journal called Full Circle.

Tom's Ten Tips on Winter Fly Fishing

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 20:04:03 +0000

It's cold out there... get the most out of it with these tips from Tom.

One of you will be the MILLIONTH download of this podcast. Thank you so much for your loyalty. We're having a good time and we're glad you are, too.

Leave comments on our blog at www.orvisnews.com/flyfishing/winter2011.aspx

Leave us a voicemail at 802-362-8800 with a suggestion for the show or drop us a line at podcast@orvis.com

Somewhere in the Neighborhood of Six Tips on Sinking Lines - A black Diamond Episode

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 21:46:00 +0000

Tom goes into great detail in this podcast on sinking lines. This is advanced stuff, but plenty for everyone here.

In the FLY BOX section, Tom touches on how to remove ice from the guides on your rod, casting around objects and gives a couple pointers on choosing a good fishing guide.

Six Tips on Emergers- A Black Diamond Episode

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 21:55:09 +0000

You folks have requested some more advanced topics and Tom comes through with a long, detailed podcast on fishing emergers.

Go to www.orvisnews.com/flyfishing/emergerspodcast.aspx to ask Tom questions about this episode and add anythign he may have forgotten!

The First 30 Feet

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 21:36:00 +0000

Casting that first thirty feet of line out can sometimes be tricky. Tom has some easy tips for the advanced and beginner angler alike, so you can false cast less and fish more.

Lessons Learned the Hard Way with Simon Perkins

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 19:54:27 +0000

Montana fly-fishing guide, Simon Perkins is back home in Vermont for Christmas and joins Tom for a podcast on lessons learned the hard way. It's the mistakes that make us wise, if we learn from them. Learn from Tom and Simon's mistakes so you dont have to make them yourself!

Traveling with Fly Gear

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 15 Dec 2010 20:02:24 +0000

Tom takes the mystery out of packing for your next trip telling you what you need, what you don't and what you REALLY shouldn't forget to bring.

He also shares his top five flies for fresh and saltwater.

The Top Five Casting Mistakes Revisited

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 19:02:00 +0000

In this episode, Tom is joined by Peter Kutzer of the Orvis Fly Fishing School to revisit a subject that we have covered in the past, but is still requested: common casting mistakes. We've all made them, in this podcast learn how to identify and fix them.

Trout Unlimited Podcast: Sea Run Brook Trout

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 21:38:27 +0000

Chris Wood, TU’s President and CEO, talks with Massachussetts TU volunteer Warren Winders about sea-run brook trout and why a small stream in the midst of a cranberry bog in Massachusetts is key to this population of sea-run brook trout.

The Go East, Go West Podcast

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 20:51:00 +0000

Tom covers a lot of material in this podcast. In the "Fly Box" section, he compares and contrasts vests vs chest packs vs waist packs vs sling packs, he covers how best to keep your flies floating (and reveals his secret) and then answers a question about realistic vs impressionistic flies.

The main topic of this podcast, though is what easterners can expect when taking a fishing trip west and what westerners can expect when making a trip east. What are the differences? How can you best prepare?

The Trout Unlimited Podcast- Genetically Modified Trout?

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 20:50:42 +0000

Jack Williams Chris Wood, TU’s President and CEO, talks with TU’s senior scientist, Jack Williams, about the looming possibility that the Federal Drug Administration will give approval to genetically modify salmon for human consumption. Could trout be the next animal to be genetically modified for food?

Trout Unlimited Podcast- Upcoming Important Legislation for Anglers

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 18:17:00 +0000

Chris Wood, TU’s President and CEO, talks with Steve Moyer, TU’s Vice President of Government Affairs, about upcoming legislation that is important to sportsmen. Steve gives an insider’s look into lobbying in Washington, D.C.—how it works and how people who care about trout and salmon can make their voices heard.

Fly Tying 101

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 19:37:00 +0000

As Tom was sitting down to tape this episode we got an email from a listener that made us all smile regarding his daughter's first fly. Tom reads it in this episode and tt was good timing as Tom lays out the basics of what you need to get into fly tying as a great addition to your fly fishing experience... but don't get into it thinking you're going to save money on flies!

Good lighting, a comfortable seat, reading glasses and this podcast episode are a great start to a rewarding, lifelong hobby.

Trout Unlimited Podcast - An Interview with Sharon Lance

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 16:02:00 +0000

Chris Wood, TU’s President and CEO, chats with Colorado Volunteer, Sharon Lance, about conservation issues in Colorado, why it’s important to get kids involved in fly fishing and why its never a good idea to have your spouse teach you how to fish.

Access Fly Rod Giveaway Podcast- Teaching Fly Fishing to Beginners

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 19:34:00 +0000

Wow! About 250 entries and over 500 votes in our first podcast giveaway contest to win an Access Fly Rod! Congrats to troutbumpk!

In this episode, Tom gives some tips on teaching others to fly fish and also introduces a new segment to the show: The Flybox. We get a lot of requests that can't quite fill a whole podcast, so Tom is going to address those in this new segment!

Tell us what you think! Email us at podcast@orvis.com, come by OrvisNews.com and leave a comment on the blogs, tweet us @OrvisFlyFishing or find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/orvisflyfishing

Five Ways to Avoid Embarrassment on the Flats

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 12:44:00 +0000

In this episode, Brett Ference from the Orvis Double Barrel Podcast is jealous of Tom's download count so he drops by to boost his numbers a bit.

Tom and Brett discuss pointers for bonefishing: Know how to tell time, communicate with your guide, and DON'T TROUT STRIKE are among the tips here.

Think Tom should have Brett on more often? Let us know on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/orvisflyfishing or by emailing us at podcast@orvis.com.

Don't forget to check out our blog at www.orvisnews.com !

Trout Unlimited Podcast- The Western Water Project

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 13:00:00 +0000

Chris Wood, TU's President and CEO, interviews Scott Yates, TU's Director of the Western Water Project. Together, they discuss the various water challenges that exist in various Western states and talk about how TU works to achieve a balance that is good for landowners and fish.

From river flows to irrigation, their conversation touches on some of the hottest current water debates in the West.

Comparing and Contrasting Wild and Stocked Trout Behaviors and How to Fish Them

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 16:28:33 +0000

Tom gets downright professorial in this information-packed episode on the differences in stocked vs wild trout and the different approaches in fishing them. A fascinating episode, bound to become one of your favorites.

Check us out online at OrvisNews.com!

The Trout Unlimited Podcast - Hydrofracking the Marcellus Shale

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 18:53:00 +0000

Phil Monahan of OrvisNews.com has called the development of gas resources in the Marcellus Shale the "Pebble Mine of the East."

Hear Chris Wood, CEO of Trout Unlimited, and his guest, TU's Elizabeth Maclin, VP for Eastern Conservation discuss what the Marcellus Shale project entails, what "hydro-fracking" is and the potential impact on coldwater resources of Northern Appalachia.

Purposeful Solitude: Special Guest Paul Fersen Reads MOVING WATER

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 18:50:00 +0000

Tom is out this week, so we asked resident author Paul Fersen to read from a recent piece he wrote for American Angler magazine on fishing for bass off Cape Cod.

Trout Unlimited Podcast - TU and Field & Stream's Best Wild Places Tour

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 17:59:35 +0000

This summer, Trout Unlimited partnered with Field & Stream to showcase the Best Wild Places in America. The tour highlights six spots out West where people can experience some of the best hunting and fishing and most spectacular wilderness in the country. By fishing and hunting in these places, the goal is to inspire people to visit these places--all of which are located on public land.

Also, we hope to raise awareness about how special these places are so that they may receive the protection they deserve. Each one of the places on the tour faces some threat--development, energy disputes, or other threats that has the potential to rob future generations from the chance to experience the landscapes and wildlife. In this podcast, TU's President and CEO, Chris Wood, talks with Chris Hunt, of TU's Sportsmen's Conservation Project, about the tour.

Fall Fly Fishing Tips for Eastern and Western Anglers

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 18:54:21 +0000

In this episode tom is joined in teh studio by Trout Unlimited's cable show ON THE RISE host Jed Fiebelkorn to discuss tips for anglers in both the eastern and western United States.

This is a repost from earlier today due to a technical error in the last upload.

Three and a Half Tips on Fly Fishing for Steelhead

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 15:25:42 +0000

Tom has three big tips for fly fishing for steelhead on location, timing and presentation. He has what he calls a half a tip on tackle.

Leave us comments on OrvisNews.com and on our Facebook page at facebook.com/orvisflyfishing!

The Trout Unlimited Podcast - Trout in the Classroom

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 12:30:00 +0000

It's back to school--and TU's program, Trout in the Classroom, is part of the curriculum in hundreds of schools around the country. The program helps children learn about trout and conservation by raising trout in aquariums. In this podcast, TU President and CEO Chris Wood talks with two TU volunteers in New York state about their experience teaching children about the wonders of trout and their life cycles. Stacey Weirl is a physical education teacher who teaches kindergarten through fifth grade at the Fox Meadow Elementary School in Scarsdale, New York. Also joining Chris is a longtime TU volunteer, John Genovesi. John is the past president of the Croton Watershed TU chapter and directs the Trout in the Classroom program in Westchester County, New York. For more information about Trout in the Classroom, go to http://www.troutintheclassroom.org/

Tom Rosenbauer's Five Tips on River Access

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 20:29:51 +0000

River access is a hot issue. In this episode tom gives his 5 tips on stayign legal and getting access to land you may otherwise have skipped.

Don't forget to check out OrvisNews.com! We're blogging on fly fishing, conservation, dogs, travel, and more at www.orvisnews.com

The Trout Unlimited Podcast - Restoring the Mighty Penobscot

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 21:35:53 +0000

We are adding a new feature to the Orvis Fly Fishing Guide Podcast by partnering with Trout Unlimited to bring you updates on their conservation programs. Tom is a huge fan of Trout Unlimited and Orvis has been a long-time partner in their efforts to restore and protect coldwater fisheries.

In this episode TU president CEO Chris Wood interviews Jeff Reardon about restoring the Penobscot River. Involving miles and miles of river and multiple dam removals, this is the largest project of its kind in history.

We hope you enjoy this new feature of The Orvis Fly Fishing Guide Podcast. Let us know what you think on our Facebook wall at facebook.com/orvisflyfishing or by dropping us a line at podcast@orvis.com.

Fly Fishing Pocket Water

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 13:26:04 +0000

Fly fishing in pocket water can be challenging, but it also provides a lot of opportunity. Make a stealthy approach and keep your casts short to avoid drag.

The Saltwater Fly Fishing in the Fall, Bait Fish Migration Podcast

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 16:44:18 +0000

We haven't done a salt episode in a while... and we know a whole bunch of you folks fish salt. Tom's favorite time of year to do so is in the fall. Here are some great tips he's learned over the years.

100th Epsiode - The Fly Fishing with Streamers

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 20:53:04 +0000

It took 100 episodes to get here, but Tom is finally giving you the streamers podcast so many have requested! A TON of information in this episode. I bet you listen more than once to this one.

Drop us a line on our Facebook page at www.orvis.com/facebook and let us know how we're doing and reccomend future topics for the show!

Releasing Small trout

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 19:36:00 +0000

Small fish need to be handled very carefully so as to avoid permanently disfiguring them or worse. In this episode, Tom tells you how he learned this lesson the hard way.

Rosenbauer After Dark- Tom's Ten Tips on Fly Fishing at Night

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 13:50:15 +0000

Fly fishing at night is a lot of fun, but you have to change up your game a bit.... and yes occasionally you might hook a bat. Tom has ten (or so) tips on fly fishing after dark. Come by our Facebook page at orvis.com/facebook and tell us some of yours.

Floatant, Lenses and the Flex Index

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 18:11:11 +0000

In this podcast, Tom talks about the different kinds of floatant for dry flies, what sunglasses work best for fishing and explains the flex index and how you can use it to choose the right fly rod for you.

Video: Orvis Fly Fishing App Available on iTunes

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 15:21:00 +0000

We made this video as a sneak peek of our app for podcast listeners. The app went live before we could get this video to you! It is available now and you can read more on our website at http://www.orvis.com/intro.aspx?dir_id=758&subject=7752

The Long-Awaited Carp Podcast

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 20:54:48 +0000

Countless requests for this one! They fight hard, they're fussy, and they are getting more and more popular. Tom talks fly fishing for carp.

How Weather Affects Fly Fishing

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 19:44:26 +0000

Tom talks weather in this podcast and how it can impact your day on the water. We also want to thank all of you for making July 2010 a record setting month for us with over 50,000 downloads of The Orvis Fly Fishing Guide! Thanks so much!!

Repost: Tom's Tips on Nymphing

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 19:35:59 +0000

Tom is out of town this week, so we are reposting what has proved to be a favorite on nymphing.

Fish can be amazingly fussy about the speed and depth of their prey, even if the fly pattern is right. Everything you do in nymph presentation should strive to keep your fly at a trout’s level as long as possible and at a speed that does not arouse suspicion.

Tom has great tips on nymphing in this podcast, and you can read more at www.orvis.com/nymphs.

If you have a suggestion for a future podcast, would like to make a comment or subscribe to this podcast, please visit www.orvis.com/podcast.

Seven Tips for Still Water Fly Fishing

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 16:45:00 +0000

A longer rod and a longer leader are a good start... Tom goes into great detail on how to catch more fish on lakes and ponds.

Tom's Ten Tips For When There's No Hatch to Match

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 16:30:00 +0000

What do you do when you can't match the hatch and no one on the water is catching any fish? Tom tells you the things he does that may help you, too.

Also, we have a new iPhone app coming out soon... Tom reviews the features.

Drop us a line at podcast@orvis.com or visit us on Facebook at www.orvis.com/facebook

Trout Unlimted's CEO Chris Wood takes Your Questions

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 18:17:00 +0000

Tom sits down with the new CEO of Trout Unlimited, Chris Wood and asks him questions posted to him by fans of our Facebook page at www.orvis.com/facebook.

A GREAT interview addressing the future of TU, getting more people into the sport and, of course, public access.

Reading the Rise

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 18:12:00 +0000

What does a splashing rise tell you about how a fish is feeding vs a sipping rise? Do you cast right away to a rising trout? If not, then when? In the most recent episode of The Orvis Fly Fishing Guide Podcast with Tom Rosenbauer, Tom tells you how to read the rise to better gauge and predict a trout's behavior.

Seven Tips on Fly Fishing for Smallmouth Bass

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 16:06:00 +0000

As water starts to warm up around the country, bass fishing is heating up, too. In the most recent episode of the Orvis Fly Fishing Guide Podcast, Tom gives seven tips on catching more smallmouth bass including his favorite fly.

Have a comment or a suggestion for a future podcast? Drop us a line at podcast@orvis.com or leave a comment on our Facebook page at www.orvis.com/facebook

Video: Tom's Big Break

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 19:48:00 +0000

Tom's been working on a big project for the CEO of Orvis and can't wait to show him the result... www.orvis.com/flies

How Many Fly Rods Do You Really Need?

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 13:26:00 +0000

So how many fly rods do you really need? What is the perfect all-around rod? Is there such a thing? Tom answers listeners' most frequent questions on choosing a fly rod in the most recent episode of The Orvis Fly Fishing Guide Podcast with Tom Rosenbauer.

Have a suggestion or question? Drop us a line on our Facebook page at www.orvis.com/facebook or email us at podcast@orvis.com.

Tom's Ten Tips for Saltwater Fly Fishing

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 26 May 2010 19:25:00 +0000

In saltwater fly fishing the fish are bigger, they fight harder and your approach needs to be different. Tom gives ten tips for saltwater fly fishing in this podcast.

Have a suggestion? Drop by our Facebook page at orvis.com/facebook or email us at podcast@orvis.com.

Ten Tips for Better Line Control

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 21 May 2010 19:13:00 +0000

Tom thinks even the best casters can sometimes use a little help when it comes to line control. In this podcast he gives his top ten tips for what to do once your line hits the water.

Have a suggestion fo the podcast? Drop us a line at podcast@orvis.com or visit us on Facebook at orvis.com/facebook.

The Dragonslayer: An Interview with Master Fly Tyer Gary Martineau

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 13 May 2010 19:55:00 +0000

In this episode of The Orvis Fly Fishing Guide Podcast, Tom sits down with master fly tyer, Gary Martineau. His fly patterns have been fished all over the world and he shares some of the secrets of fishing his flies to the greatest success in this podcast.

Gary is a lifelong fly fisher, rod builder, and innovative fly tyer whose Heavyweight Stonefly pattern is the best-selling fly ever sold in the 43 year history of The Orvis News. A former research biologist for Vermont Fish & Wildlife, he lives in northern Vermont.

Have a comment or suggestion for a future podcast? Drop by our Facebook page at orvis.com/facebook, or email us at podcast@orvis.com.

A Detailed Lesson on Nymphing with Dave Perkins

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 06 May 2010 15:12:00 +0000

In this podcast, Tom is joined in our new podcast studio by Dave Perkins, Executive Vice-Chairman of the Orvis Company for a technical and detailed talk on nymph fishing.

Do you have anything to add? Visist us on our Facebook page at www.orvis.com/facebook or drop us a line at podcast@orvis.com.

The Stealth Podcast

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 17:26:00 +0000

In this episode, Tom gets sneaky and gives tips on avoiding detection on the water... if you spook fewer fish, you catch more fish... pretty simple. Some good tips in here from color of clothing to the use of indicators.

Come by our Facebook page and drop us a line or write to us at podcast@orvis.com with suggestions for future episodes.

VIDEO: How to Choose a Great Fishing Lodge for Your Next Trip

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 13:21:00 +0000

This is a special edition of the Orvis Fly Fishing Guide Podcast. Not only is it a video episode, we have special guest Paul Fersen, author of Great Fishing Lodges of North America to talk about what makes a great fishing lodge.

You can purchase Paul's book online at www.orvis.com/greatfishinglodges

Let us know what you think of this video by dropping us a line at podcast@orvis.com or by visiting us on Facebook at www.orvis.com/facebook.

15 Tips on Early Season Trout Fishing (plus two more)

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 19:50:00 +0000

Being early in trout season, Tom wanted to give a few pointers on early season trout fishing... then thought of a few more... then a few more. His list eventually reached 15 tips and as if that were not enough, he added two more suggestions at the end of this podcast. Did he miss any?

Drop us a line on our Facebook page at www.orvis.com/facebook or by emailing us at podcast@orvis.com

Tom's Ten tips on Leaders and Tippets

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 20:27:00 +0000

We get more quetions on leaders and tippets than any other topic. Tom picks ten emails he has received and answers your questions in this episode of The Orvis Fly Fishing Guide Podcast.

Give us a suggestion for a future podcast at www.orvis.com/facebook or by dropping us a line at podcast@orvis.com

8 Tips for Fly Fishing with Classic Wet Flies. (and an apology to bamboo afficionados)

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 20:43:00 +0000

Attention bamboo rod fanatics: we heard you! Tom responds to some feedback we received on one of our more popular podcasts on bamboo vs graphite and gives eight great tips on fishing classic wet flies... then throws in a bonus tip.

Drop us a line at podcast@orvis.com or visit us on Facebook at Orvis.com/facebook to leave comments and suggest futire podcasts!

Corrected Post: All About Lining your Switch Rod

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 20:55:00 +0000

The last post was titled incorrectly as about SPEY lines. This podcast is actually about lining SWITCH rods.

We have had a lot of questions emailed to us and posted on our wall on Facebook regarding how to properly line a switch rod. It's complicated and confuses even those of us who do this for a living. For this podcast, Tom brought in one of the most knowledgeable people in the industry on the subject, Bill Reed, Director of Wholesale for The Orvis Company and our resident line expert. Get a pen and paper and be ready to take notes, there is a TON of information in this podcast.

Drop us a line at podcast@orvis.com or visit us on Facebook at www.orvis.com/facebook with suggestions or comments!

Tom's Top Ten Tips for Wading Safety

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 20:03:00 +0000

Wading can be a relaxing and then sometimes exhilarating experience. It can also be dangerous if you do not follow some simple safety guidelines. Tom gives his top ten wading safety tips in this podcast.

Did he miss any? Drop us a line at podcast@orvis.com or visit us on our facebook page at www.orvis.com/facebook.

Felt Soles vs Rubber Soles and the Invasive Species Issue

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 16:42:00 +0000

Tom gives the Orvis stance on felt sole wading boots, the rubber sole alternative and talks about how to responsibly address the invasive species issue.

Have a suggestion for the Orvis Fly Fishing Guide Podcast? Drop us a line at podcast@orvis.com or visit us on Facebook at www.orvis.com/facebook.

Five Random, Unrelated Fly Fishing Tips

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 18:33:00 +0000

We get a lot of requests for podcasts on topics that only take a few minutes and would not warrant a full episode. So Tom put together five unrelated, small tips into this on podcast.

Have a suggestion for the podcast? drop us a line at podcast@orvis.com or visit on us on Facebook at orvis.com/facebook.

Bamboo Fly Rods vs Graphite Fly Rods

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 20:40:00 +0000

Wow... you guys really wanted this one! We had a whole lot o requests for a podcast on graphite vs bamboo. Tom goes into great detail on the benefits of each and gives us some good bamboo maintenance tips.

Join us on Facebook at www.orvis.com/facebook and leave us a comment or suggestion for a future podcast. You can also email us at podcast@orvis.com or follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/orvispodcast

Casting into the Wind Featuring Orvis CEO Perk Perkins

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 13:57:00 +0000

Fly fishers biggest fear: casting into the wind. In this episode fortunate enough to have Orvis CEO Perk Perkins join him for a lively back and forth on different ways to deal with windy days on teh water.

Have a suggestion for the Orvis Fly Fishing Guide? Email us at podcast@orvis.com or visit us on facebook at www.orvis.com/facebook.

Video: The New Mirage Reel from Orvis!

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 17:45:00 +0000

Check out the New Mirage Reel from Orvis featuring Conway Bowman!

Ten Fly Fishing Tips for When you First Get to the Water (but this one goes to 11)

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 16:47:00 +0000

Here is a great checklist for new fly fishers and veterans for when you first get to a river. Check the temperature, take your time getting into the water and don't be afraid to change your location! Have a suggestion for the podcast? Email us at podcast@orvis.com or join us on Facebook at www.orvis.com/facebook.

Landing Big Fish from a Boat with Guest Steve Hemkens

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 17:07:00 +0000

Tom has pulled in another guest for this podcast on landing big fish from a boat. Tom and Steve fish together a lot and tom knows Steve has a lot of technique to share on this topic. This is a fun podcast with a lot of information!

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Fly Fishing Tailwaters and

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:20:00 +0000

The temperatures in a tailwater and available food make for bigger trout and really good good fly fishing. Tom has some great pointers in this podcast and then answers some questions regarding fishing egg and worm patterns... or what some call "junk" flies. Tom does not agree with that name, and tells us why.

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All About Floating Lines with Jim Lepage, VP of Orvis Rod & Tackle

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 18:09:00 +0000

Tom has been getting requests for a podcast on floating lines. Feeling like he could use a little more education on the subject himself, he called in Jim Lepage, Orvis Vice-President of Rod and Tackle to help address questions on their use and care. Things get really detailed in this podcast... a must-hear for the techies!

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Tom Rosenbauer's Top Ten Bonefishing Tips and One Bonus Freshwater Tip

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:17:00 +0000

Up here in Vermont, it's getting darker earlier and a heck of a lot colder. It does not take much for the mind to drift to thoughts of the Bahamas and bonefish. Tom has ten great tips for bonefish anglers of every level and throws in a quick freshwater tip by request.

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Video: NEW Sonic Seam Waders from Orvis

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 19:19:00 +0000

Check out this video of our groundbreaking, patent-pending, and exclusive sonic-welded seam fly fishing wader technology that eliminates threads that can wear out and stitch holes that, over time, can eventually cause leaks. Find out more - http://www.orvis.com/store/product.aspx?pf_id=9X8R

More Winter Fly Fishing Tips from Tom Rosenbauer

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 21:49:00 +0000

The snow arrived this week in Vermont and reminded Tom that he had more tips to share with us on fly fishing in winter. Grab your hot chocolate and take notes... there's a LOT of good stuff in this episode.

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Video: Tips from Orvis on Stopping the Spread of Invasive Species

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 15:20:00 +0000

Orvis Product Developer Tim Daughton with the three rules of stopping the spread of invasive species: Inspect, Clean and Dry

How to get Kids into Fly Tying

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 21:13:00 +0000

We get LOTS of requests asking us how to get kids into fly fishing. Tom thinks the best way is to get them interested in fly tying first.

In this podcast he tells us how to do just that.

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Double Barrel's Favorite Duck Recipes

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:43:00 +0000

This will be the last episode of Double Barrel that will piggyback on the Fly Fishing Guide Podcast's feed. We hope you will subscribe to Orvis Double Barrel on iTunes by searching for Orvis or by going to www.orvis.com/podcast

In this episode of The Double Barrel Brett is joined by VP of Orvis Rod & Tackle and author of The Orvis Guide to Great Sporting Lodge Cuisine, Jim LePage.

Jim and Brett discuss their favorite ways to prepare duck.

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The Swine Flu Survivor Steelhead Madness Podcast

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:29:00 +0000

Tom has returned from a very nasty bout with H1N1 to record a podcast episode on our most requested podcast topic so far: STEELHEAD! It's possible that no other topic can inspire as much discussion among anglers as fly fishing for steelhead. Tom's take on technique is "if it's legal, it works for you and you're having fun, it's all good." Whatever you style, Tom has some great tips in this podcast! Send us a suggestion for a future podcast at podcast@orvis.com or visit us on Facebook at orvis.com/facebook.

Double Barrel: Using Trap and Skeet Shooting as Practice for the Field

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 17:39:00 +0000

In this episode, Bruce and Brett discuss how to best use your time shooting skeet or clays as practice for the field.

Drop us aline at podcast@orvis.com or visit us on Facebook at orvis.com/facebook to suggest a topic!

Five Reasons So Many Flies Exist in the World

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 20:59:00 +0000

As suggested by listeners on our Facebook page, Tom gives five reasons there are so many flies and fly variations out there to choose from. He also tells us his favorite, go-to fly.

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Tom Interviews Trout Unlimited's Whit Fosburgh

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 18:47:00 +0000

Whit Fosburgh, Chief Development Officer at Trout Unlimited was meeting with Tom today and we convinced him to sit down for an interview for the podcast. Whit gives us a brief overview on TU's goals for the coming year.

Want to hear more interviews on the podcast? Let us know on our Facebook page at www.orvis.com/facebook or by sending us an email at podcast@orvis.com.

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Three Tips Regarding Fly Fishing Rods and Line Weights

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 18:36:00 +0000

Another great question from our Facebook fans in two parts. What is the performance difference between two and four piece rods and when does it make sense to go with a different line weight than the weight of the rod? Tom answers in this podcast, but if you feel differently about his answers, let us know on our Facebook page at www.orvis.com/facebook Download this podcast directly at: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/Three_Tips_Regarding_Fly_Fishing_Rods_and_Line_Weights.mp3

Double Barrel: Preparing for Hunting Season

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:44:00 +0000

This is our second episode of Double Barrel: The Orvis Hunting and Shotgunning Podcast. After two more episodes, this podcast will have its own feed and be available on iTunes as well as through Orvis.com/podcast. We hope you will subscribe! In this episode, Bruce and Brett discuss preparing for hunting season. Please do drop us a line at podcast@orvis.com or visit us on our facebook page at www.orvis.com/facebook with feedback for the show! Download this podcast directly at http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/Double_Barrel-_Preparing_For_Hunting_Season.mp3

The Minimalist Fly Fisher

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:31:00 +0000

This episode may get us in trouble with the guys upstairs, but in this podcast Tom has some tips for the when you are in the mood to fish with as little gear as possible.

Let us know what you think of this podcast on our Facebook page at www.orvis.com/facebook or by sending us an email at podcast@orvis.com.

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Double Barrel's First Epsiode!

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 20:21:00 +0000

Hey folks, we have a special episode this week! We are testing a new podcast called "Orvis Double Barrel: The Hunting and Shotgunning Podcast with Bruce Bowlen and Brett Ference"

After a few episodes, Double Barrel will have it's own feed, but for now it is only available here in this podcast feed while Bruce and Brett get their feet wet.

You are ou r test audience, so we really hope you will drop us a line to let us know what you think and give us suggestions for future episodes at podcast@orvis.com or by visiting us on our Facebook page at www.orvis.com/facebook.

Download this podcast directly at http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/Double_Barrel_Podcast_Eye_Hand_Coordination.mp3

Proper Catch & Release Techniques

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 14:09:00 +0000

Catch & Release fishing, when done properly, will keep fish populations healthy. When not done properly, you can kill the fish. A great topic, that was suggested via our Facebook page at www.orvis.com/facebook. If you have a suggestion, make a comment there or send us an email at orvis.com/podcast. You can download this podcast directly at http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/Proper_Catch__Release_Techniques.mp3

Playing Fish in Fast Water

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 17:52:00 +0000

Playing fish in fast water can be tricky; not only are you fighting the fish, but now you have to fight the water, too.

Tom has some great tips on how to net these fish more often and reminds us not to worry when we lose a few, after all, it's part of the game.

Have a topic for the Orvis Fly Fishing Guide Podcast? Visit us on Facebook at www.orvis.com/facebook or email us at podcast@orvis.com.

You can now follow the Orvis Podcast on Twitter at
http://twitter.com/orvispodcast

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All About Fly Fishing with Braided Leaders

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 16:54:00 +0000

We have had a number of requests on our Facebook page for more information on leaders. Tom is happy to oblige.

Have a topic for the Orvis Fly Fishing Guide Podcast? Visit us on Facebook at www.orvis.com/facebook or email us at podcast@orvis.com.

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More Tips on Fly Fishing in Small Streams

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 18:32:00 +0000

As regular listeners to the podcast know, Tom loves small stream fishing. In this podcast he gives more tips on how to catch more fish than trees.

If you have an idea for the podcast, drop by our Facebook page at www.orvis.com/facebook or email us at podcast@orvis.com

Ridin' Dirty: Tom's Tips for Fly Fishing Muddy Water

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 16:44:00 +0000

When the water turns muddy, do you head home or resort to plan B?

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Bass and Panfish Fly Fishing Tips

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 16:58:00 +0000

Tom takes another request from our Facebook page and gives some great tips on fishing for bass and panfish. Have a request? Visit us on Facebook at www.orvis.com/facebook or drop us a line at podcast@orvis.com Download this podcast directly at: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/Bass_and_Panfish_Fly_Fishing_Tips.mp3

The Top Five Casting Mistakes Fly Fishers Make

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 19:29:00 +0000

How many false casts do you make before your fly hits the water? According to Tom, the biggest mistake fly fishers make is too many false casts. Find out his other four in this podcast. You can download this podcast directly at: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/The_Top_Five_Casting_Mistakes_Fly_Fishers_Make.mp3

Video: Fly Fishing with the Helios Switch Rod

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 16:12:00 +0000

Tom shows off the brand new Helios Switch rods! If you have problems viewing this video, download the latest version of Quicktime at http://www.apple.com/quicktime or check out the video on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0gh3NkVtQuk Download this file directly at: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/Fly_Fishing_Rod-_Orvis_Helios_Switch_Rod.mp4

All Tom Knows About Fly Fishing with Sinking Lines

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 14:49:00 +0000

Tom claims that this podcast contains all he knows about sinking lines and how to best take advantage of them when fly fishing. Did he leave anything out? Drop us a line at podcast@orvis.com or join us on Facebook at www.orvis.com/facebook Download the Podcast Directly here: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/Fly_Fishing_With_Sinking_Lines.mp3

This weekend on the Roaring Branch River in Arlington, VT

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 14:14:00 +0000

A brief video from the Roaring Branch.

Five Common Mistakes Fly Fishers Make with Leaders and Tippets

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 16:12:00 +0000

Some people think that leaders and tippets are the most critical element in your fly fishing set up. In this podcast, Tom gives the five most common mistakes with leaders and tippets that are easy to make, but just as easy to remedy. Download this podcast directly at: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/Five_Common_Mistakes_Fly_Fishers_Make_with_Leaders_and_Tippets.mp3

Top Five Fly Fishing Tips for Fishing Unfamiliar Waters

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 20:35:00 +0000

Unfamiliar waters don't have to be intimidating. In this podcast Tom gives 5 tips to address both fresh and saltwater situations. If you have suggestions for a future episode of this podcast, drop us a line at podcast@orvis.com or leave us a message on Facebook at www.orvis.com/facebook. Download this podcast directly at: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/Top_Five_Fly_Fishing_Tips_for_Fishing_Unfamiliar_Waters.mp3

Tom Rosenbauer's Tips for Fly Fishing in the Surf

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 18:39:00 +0000

You never know what you are going to encounter when you fish the surf and in this podcast Tom helps you be prepared for whatever comes your way. To get started grab a stripping basket, practice your double haul and download this podcast.

If you have suggestions for this podcast, drop us a line at podcast@orvis.com or leave us a message on Facebook at www.orvis.com/facebook.

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Fly Fishing Tips for Small Streams

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 14:26:00 +0000

The fish may be smaller, but it sure is a lot of fun!

In this podcast, Tom shares tips on fly fishing small streams.

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Tips on Fly Fishing the Baetis / Blue Wing Olive Hatch

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 04 May 2009 14:33:00 +0000

The baetis hatch is Tom's favorite and in this podcast he shares his tips for making the most of it.

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Download the podcast directly at: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/The_Orvis_Fly_Fishing_Guide_Podcast_EP31.mp3

Fly Fishing High and Low Flow River Conditions

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 17:29:00 +0000

Today is Tom's birthday and as he is a "go with the flow" kinda guy, we are posting a podcast on how to do just that.

In this podcast, Tom shares advice on how best to manage high and low river flow conditions. As it is spring, he focuses primarily on high flow.

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Download the podcast directly at: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/OFFGP30.mp3

Lord of the Flies: Managing your Fly Collection

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 19:40:00 +0000

Tom shares his tips for effectively managing your fly collection.

If you have a suggestion for a podcast, drop us a line at podcast@orvis.com

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http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/OFFGP29.mp3

Proper Care and Maintenance of your Fly Fishing Tackle

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 18:05:00 +0000

You have invested a lot in your fly fishiing tackle. In this podcast, Tom has some pointers on maintenance of your gear to keep it in great shape for years of enjoyment.

If you have a suggestion for a show, email us at podcast@orvis.com.

Download the podcast directly at: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/OFFGP28.mp3

Fly Fishing with Multi Fly Rigs

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 15:34:00 +0000

Fly fishing with more than one fly at a time can yield great results. Tom shares why it makes sense and how to do it right in this podcast.

If you have suggestions for a future podcast, drop us a line at podcast@orvis.com.

Download the podcast directly at: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/OFFGP27.mp3

Video: Layering up for Winter Fishing

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:26:00 +0000

In our last podcast, Tom talked about staying warm on the water. In this video, he shows some great products from Orvis that will keep you comfortable when the temperatures drop.

If you have a suggestion for our podcast, drop us a line at podcast@orvis.com.

Download the podcast directly at: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/OFFGP_layering.mp4

Staying Warm while Fly Fishing in the Winter Months

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 17:00:00 +0000

In this podcast you will learn tips for staying warm while fly fishing in the winter months.

We will also post a video on this same subject.

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Download the podcast directly at: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/OFFGP26.mp3

Tom Rosenbauer's Basic Bonefishing Tips

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 17:00:00 +0000

If you are headed out for your first bonefishing trip, or just want a few pointers, Tom has some great tips.

If you have a suggestion for a future podcast, or a comment. drop us a line at podcast@orvis.com.

Download this podcast directly at: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/OFFGP25.mp3

Fly Fishing with Midges

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 21:26:00 +0000

Don't fear the tiny flies! Tom has some pointers to help with midge fishing.

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Fly Fishing in Winter

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 18:00:00 +0000

Leave your streamers at home. Trout are sluggish in winter and Tom has some great tips to help you locate and hook them. If you have a suggestion for this podcast, drop us a line at podcast@orvis.com. http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/OFFGP23.mp3

Tom's Steelhead Tips

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 20:00:00 +0000

In this podcast, Tom shares his steelhead tips. Arrive early, go home late, be ready for nasty weather and you could be rewarded with some great fishing.

If you have any comments or suggestions for future podcasts, drop us a line at podcast@orvis.com.

Download the podcast directly at: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/OFFGP22.mp3

Fly Fishing in the Fall

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 17:57:00 +0000

When the leaves change, so should your fly fishing techniques. Tom shares his tips for effective fly fishing in the fall.

If you have a comment or suggestion for a future podcast, please email us at podcast@orvis.com

http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/OFFGP21.mp3

The Art of the Hook Set (part 2)

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 20:43:00 +0000

All of us, from time to time, have struggled with setting the hook and wound up losing the fish. In this, the second of a two part series, Tom gives tips on effective hook setting techniques for saltwater and big game fish.

If you have a comment or suggestion for a future podcast, please email us at podcast@orvis.com

Download the podcast directly at: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/OFFGP20.mp3

The Art of the Hook Set (Part 1)

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 10:15:00 +0000

All of us, from time to time, have struggled with setting the hook and wound up losing the fish.

In this, the first of two parts, Tom gives tips on effective hook setting techniques for freshwater and smaller species.

Next week he talks saltwater and big game fish. If you have a comment or suggestion for a future podcast, please email us at podcast@orvis.com

Download the podcast directly at: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/OFFGP19.mp3

Video: Orvis Helios Promo Video

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 18:48:00 +0000

Tom has been pretty tied up for the past couple of weeks with the Fly Fishing Retailer Show in Denver. He will be back soon. In the meantime, please enjoy this video montage set to the music of our own John Stalcup from the Orvis web design department.

Please send comments or suggestions for future podcasts to podcast@orvis.com

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Video: Prospecting for Trout (Part 3 of 3)

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 15:03:00 +0000

Tom Rosenbauer hosts the third episode in a three part video series on how to read trout streams.

This piece comes from THE NEW FLY FISHER television series. Read more at www.thenewflyfisher.com.

To subscribe to The Orvis Fly Fishing Guide Podcast, please visit www.orvis.com/podcast.

Download the podcast directly at: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/Prospecting_for_Trout_Part_3.mp4

Video: Project Healing Waters Assists Injured Veterans through Fly Fishing

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 20:00:00 +0000

Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, Inc. is dedicated to the physical and emotional rehabilitation of disabled active duty military personnel and veterans through fly fishing and fly tying education and outings.

For the month of September 2008, round up your purchase on www.orvis.com and Orvis will match your contribution.

Download the podcast directly at: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/PHW_riverjustknows.mp4

Video: Prospecting for Trout (Part II of III)

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 15:19:00 +0000

Tom Rosenbauer hosts the second part in a three part video series on how to read trout streams. This piece comes from THE NEW FLY FISHER television series. Read more at www.thenewflyfisher.com.

To subscribe to The Orvis Fly Fishing Guide Podcast, please visit www.orvis.com/podcast.

Download the podcast directly at: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/Prospecting_for_Trout_Part_2.mp4

Video: Prospecting for Trout (Part I of III)

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 19:38:00 +0000

Tom Rosenbauer, author of Prospecting for Trout, hosts a three part video series on how to read trout streams. This piece comes from THE NEW FLY FISHER television series. Read more at www.thenewflyfisher.com.

To subscribe to The Orvis Fly Fishing Guide Podcast, please visit www.orvis.com/podcast.

Download the podcast directly at: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/Prospecting_for_Trout_Part_1.mp4

The Battenkill Large Arbor Reel

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 14:38:00 +0000

In this video, Tom shows off the attributes of the new Battenkill Large Arbor Reel from The Orvis Company.

Check out customer reviews of the BLA by visiting www.orvis.com and searching for "Battenkill Large Arbor Reel" in the search window.

Download the podcast directly at: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/Battenkill_Large_Arbor_Video.mp3

Choosing a Fly Rod

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 15:23:00 +0000

A number of listeners have emailed Tom (at podcast@orvis.com) asking for his advice on choosing a fly rod. It can be an intimidating process, but made easier if you break it out into steps.

After listening to this podcast you can get more information on selecting a rod at www.orvis.com/flexindex.

If you have suggestions for the Orvis Fly Fishing Guide Podcast, or to subscribe, visit www.orvis.com/podcast.

Download the podcast directly at: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/OFFGP18.mp3

Fishing the Trico Hatch

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 16:46:00 +0000

This week Tom impresses us with his biggest word, yet: Tricorythodes.

By listener request, Tom gives some great tips on fishing the trico hatch. The flies are small, but it is worth the extra effort.You can read more about trico at www.orvis.com/trico.

If you have suggestions for the Orvis Fly Fishing Guide Podcast, or to subscribe, visit www.orvis.com/podcast.

Download the podcast directly at: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/OFFGP17.mp3

Video: Silver Label XT Bootfoot Waders

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 19:24:00 +0000

From time to time, we plan to show you all some videos of products we are really excited about.

In this video, Tom gives an overview of the Silver Label XT Bootfoot Waders from Orvis. Read more about the Silver Label waders at www.orvis.com.

If you have suggestions for the Orvis Fly Fishing Guide Podcast, or to subscribe, visit www.orvis.com/podcast.

Download the podcast directly at: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/silverlabel.mp4

Fly Fishing in Still Water

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 19:27:00 +0000

We have been talking a lot about fishing in rivers. As a change up, here are Tom's tips on fly fishing in still water for bass and panfish. There is a LOT of information in this podcast!

Our podcasts are fueled by your suggestions so keep them coming!

If you have suggestions for the Orvis Fly Fishing Guide Podcast, or to subscribe, visit www.orvis.com/podcast.

Download the podcast directly at: http://media.libsyn.com/media/orvisffguide/OFFGP16.mp3

Driftboat Etiquette

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 23:27:00 +0000

Our old friend, Tom Murray wrote in and asked us if we could record a podcast on driftboat etiquette. So, Mr. Murray, here ya go. Tom gives some great pointers for the first timers and old timers alike.

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Fly Casting Tips: We can't all be Fran Tarkenton

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 15:14:00 +0000

To improve your cast, follow these 4 steps:

1) Listen to this podcast
2) Practice
3) Practice
4) Practice

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The Reel World

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 16:40:00 +0000

For the second week in a row, Tom responds to a listener request. This week he gives advice on choosing the right fly reel for the job and reel management.

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Listener Request: Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing Tips

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 18:11:00 +0000

Gary of Columbus, Ohio wrote to us asking for Tom to give his pointers on fly fishing for smallmouth bass. Tom grants that request in this podcast with some great tips.

You can learn more about smallmouth bass fishing at www.orvis.com/smallmouth.

To all of our listners in the United States, have a great Fourth of July weekend!

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An Introduction to Saltwater Fly Fishing

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 19:35:00 +0000

A great introduction to fly fishing in saltwater for those who have never done it, and an excellent refresher (with new pointers) for the rest of us!

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Tom's Tips on Nymphing

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 15:57:00 +0000

Tom has great tips on nymphing in this podcast, and you can read more at www.orvis.com/nymphs.

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Meet the Beetles

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 13:02:00 +0000

Trout have to eat something, and with mayfly and caddis hatches dwindling, especially in the eastern United States, they start feeding on terrestrials like ants, grasshoppers and beetles.

Tom gives some great tips on how to fish terrestrial patterns in this podcast and you can read more at www.orvis.com/beetles.

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Father's Day Special: Teaching a Child to Fly Fish

podcast@orvis.com (The Orvis Company) — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 15:31:00 +0000

Father's Day is coming up and Tom has some advice on taking a child fly fishing for the first time. Included are some great tips for fly fishing for panfish.