The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
Tired of overcrowded water? In love with catching wild fish in wild places? Addicted to exploration? Awed by the rugged beauty of nature? Then this is the podcast for you.
We aim to build a library that covers everything related to fly fishing in the backcountry--tactics, flies, gear, survival skills, hiking, weather, outdoor hazards, navigation, camping, ecology, and much more.
Whether you're a hardcore backcountry fly fisher or a newbie interested in getting out there, we've got something for you. Come join us in the pursuit of trout and solitude.
Episodes
44 episodes
Stupid Games, Stupid Prizes - Stories from the Wall of Shame
There’s no better way to learn what not to do than by pointing and laughing at someone else’s mistakes. Lucky for you, Ross has a whole wall full of them—and he’s not shy about handing out free lessons.In this episode, Ross pull...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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39:28
When the Mountain Says No
We all love to get out there as often as we can. But some days, you’re just not supposed to be in the wild. Some days, the mountain says No.This episode is all about those moments—the ones where something inside you whispers,
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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47:08
A Guide to High-Alpine Lake Fishing - Gear, Flies, and Tactics
Alright, you've picked the perfect high-alpine lake, found the perfect weather window, nailed your timing, and made the hike. What the hell do you do now?In this episode, Ross walks you through how to make it happen on high-alpine lakes,...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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51:53
Timing Your Trips to High-Alpine Lakes
If you love backcountry fly fishing, chances are you love hiking to high-alpine lakes. But as stunning as these remote waters are—tucked away in rugged mountain ranges—they can be unpredictable and frustrating if you don’t time your trips right...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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38:23
Packing for Self-Reliance - Staying Safe and Prepared in the Backcountry
The wild is unpredictable. That's why we love it.But when you're catching fish out in the sticks by yourself, you have to make peace with the fact that no one is coming to bail you out. That means you have to practice self-reliance, and ...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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51:31
Why We Go - Ghosts, Growth, and Grace
Welcome back, friends. It's officially time for Season 4 of the BCFF Podcast.In this episode, published right on the cusp of prime backcountry fly fishing season, Ross breaks out his tweed jacket to talk about the philosophy of why we go...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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29:37
SPECIAL - Don't Let Congress Sell Our Public Lands
Well, it happened. DC politics have collided with our time in the woods, and that means we've gotta talk about it (even if we'd rather not).In this special--and urgent--episode, Ross talks about a provision in the U.S. Senate GO...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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22:29
Closing Out Season 3
Alright, friends, we've come to the end of Season 3. We hope you've enjoyed this season and come away with a bunch of helpful information.It's been incredible to watch the growth of the BCFF Podcast and to speak to so many of you about y...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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10:03
Planning a Fly Fishing Adventure with Hatch Adventure Travel
If you're like Ross, you could probably spend your entire life exploring the waters in your home state and still never come close to seeing them all. But we live on a big planet full of interesting fish that will eat a fly in wild places, and s...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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49:29
All About Backcountry Safety Technology with Garmin
We are fortunate to live in an age where technology can help support our backcountry adventures and keep us safe and connected while we're in the wild. This week we take a deep dive into safety technology with Rehan Nana, who for ou...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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51:24
Three(ish) Ways to Keep Fishing through Runoff
Runoff has arrived, and while we have talked about the science and safety of high-water season, we have yet to talk about the other important thing: How to keep fishing during this tough season.In this episode, Ross walks you through thr...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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29:09
The Science of Runoff with USGS
Higher flows, stained water, warmer weather... We all know what that means: Runoff cometh.In this episode, Brandon Forbes from the United States Geological Survey joins us to talk about the science of streamflow and runoff. USGS is an in...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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58:29
Complaint Corner - High-Holing and Why It Sucks
It's time for a brief intermission in Season 3 of The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast. And what better way could there be to use that intermission than to complain a little about the stuff that annoys us about fly fishing?This is our fir...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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32:39
Spring Dry Flies - Bugs, Patterns, and Tying Tips
We all love geeking out about bugs. We started talking a bit about insects and hatches last week. This week, we're taking a deep dive into filling up your dry box for spring fly fishing--patterns, tying tips, bug nerdery, and more. ...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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48:52
Return to the Freestones - Backcountry Fly Fishing in April
After the weird 'tweener season of March, winter is FINALLY over. April brings warmer weather, warmer water, a whole bunch of bugs, and a return to the promised land for fly anglers--especially fly anglers who have been itching to get back into...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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55:01
Wading Spring Water - Gear Recommendations and Tips
Alright, we've covered hiking in tough spring conditions and how to fly fish through the early weeks of spring. But what do you need to have a safe, comfortable, successful day on the water when you get there? In this episode, Ross ...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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52:46
Dealing with Tough Spring Trail Conditions
If you think spring makes fly fishing challenging, you should see what it does to your favorite hiking trails.In this episode, Ross walks you through what you should expect on those early spring trails and how you can make sure that toug...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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47:04
Backcountry Fly Fishing in March
March is the tweener season. It's kind of winter, kind of spring, and all complications all the time. In this episode, Ross walks you through how he fly fishes through the most complicated month of the year--finding water, bringing ...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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1:02:58
Season 3 Intro - Welcome to Spring
We're back, baby! This is the official kickoff of Season 3 of The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast, which is all about fly fishing through the spring months and working our way back into the serious wilderness we all love so much.In this ...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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24:32
Closing Out Season 2
Well, folks, we've reached the end of Season 2. We hope you've enjoyed this season and been able to use the information to get out on the winter water and slay some trout. We'll be back with Season 3, which will be all about spring ...
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6:12
Planning for Spring Backcountry Trips with Ron Belak
We've spent the entirety of Season 2 talking about winter fly fishing. Now, as we close out the season, it's time to look forward to warmer months--and to start planning your next adventures. In this episode, Ross is joined by Ron ...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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1:01:04
My Winter Fly Box - Patterns, Thoughts, and the Joys of Fly-Tying
We were supposed to have one more interview this season, but it didn't work out. So, instead, Ross decided to just geek out over the joys of fly-tying and tell everyone what he's got in his winter fly box. Why not, right? If you're...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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43:14
Staying in Hiking Shape During the Winter Months with Cameron Davis
You ate too much and exercised too little this holiday season. You know it, and we know it. But the fact that you aren't hiking as often and indulging in a few extra calories over the winter doesn't mean you have to let yourself fall out of hik...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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50:38
Staying Alive in Avalanche Terrain with Bruce Tremper
If you hike, snowshoe, snowmobile, cross-country ski, or do anything else in deep snow to reach your favorite backcountry fishing destinations in the winter or spring, you need to be thinking about avalanches. And the truth is that a lot of fly...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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58:36
Putting a 'Bow on It - Looking Back on Your Year of Fly Fishing and Setting Goals for Next Year
Fly fishing, like everything else worth doing in life, is all about self-development, growth, and learning. The holidays are a perfect time to reflect on your adventures over the last year, see where you landed on your goals, and start looking ...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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10:45