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Dads On The Fly

Dads On The Fly

By Dads On The Fly

We are dads and brothers who love to fly fish. We're trying to tackle parenting and family in the same way we tackle our beloved fly fishing hobby: we're figuring it out as we go along. We talk about faith, family, fishing, and the intermingling of it all.
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Dads On The FlySep 22, 2022

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132. The Driftless and a heartwarming fly shop story with Lance Prado of Root River Rod Co.
Mar 25, 202447:56
131. Providing a high quality experience for teenagers to learn fly fishing and the outdoors. Joshua Garris of Curtis Wright Outfitters explains all about NC Trout Unlimited's Rivercourse.
Mar 18, 202401:03:27
130. Recapping the rainiest day of fishing and watching our friends catch all the fish with Chad Fouts of Smoky Mountain Angler and Bailey Landreth.

130. Recapping the rainiest day of fishing and watching our friends catch all the fish with Chad Fouts of Smoky Mountain Angler and Bailey Landreth.

In this episode, we recap our recent trip to the Clinch River in eastern Tennessee. After hanging out and meeting Chad Fouts, manager of The Smoky Mountain Angler, a fly shop in Gatlinburg and Knoxville, he told us we had to get over to the Knoxville area to see this incredible river. We took him up on the opportunity this past weekend and ended up fishing on one of the rainiest days we'd ever had on the water. However, it didn't slow the fishing down, at least on the boat that we weren't in. Hear more about our day on The Clinch in today's episode.

Find The Smoky Mountain Angler online: https://www.smokymountainangler.com/

Instagram: @smokymountainangler


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Mar 11, 202447:41
129. Spey fishing in Alaska with Eric Locker of All Alaska Outdoors.
Mar 04, 202401:07:22
128. Managing a century-old trout hatchery with Ty Walker of Smoke In Chimneys.

128. Managing a century-old trout hatchery with Ty Walker of Smoke In Chimneys.

In this episode, we speak with Ty Walker of Smoke In Chimneys. Several years ago Ty and his family moved to New Castle, Virginia to bring back to life a small private trout hatchery. The hatchery, originally built in the 1930s and run by the state of Virginia, had not been in use for a while until Ty and his family chose to take a leap of faith and revive it. The hatchery is unique in that it is completely gravity and spring fed. You will find no pumps and purifiers on the property as the water that comes from the rock is as clean as you can find which helps to produce some of the tastiest trout on the market. In our conversation Ty tells stories about the learning curve he overcame to manage a trout hatchery and what he's learned about the species he loves to fish for the most.

To learn more about Ty, the hatchery, or to order some trout for yourself find them online at: https://www.smokeinchimneys.com/ or on instagram: @smokeinchimneys


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Feb 26, 202457:47
127. Valuing adventure: tales of ministry and fatherhood with Eric Partin.

127. Valuing adventure: tales of ministry and fatherhood with Eric Partin.

In this episode, we're joined by Eric Partin. Eric is the founding pastor of Shoreline Church in Destin, FL and is also a captain that loves to chase redfish inshore. In our conversation with Eric we learn about his salvation story, call in to ministry, and many lessons he gathered along the way about raising kids and teaching them to value adventure.

You can find Shoreline Church online at: https://shorelinechurch.net/

Look up Eric on Instagram: @fishythekid


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Feb 19, 202401:00:59
126. Coaching Our Kids

126. Coaching Our Kids

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb reflect on what it's like to coach our own children. Having 20 years of coaching experience between us we've developed our ideas for how to coach kids effectively. However, coaching our own kids brings on many unique challenges. In this conversation, Joshua reflects on the most recent basketball season and coaching his daughter and we learn together on what it means to build inner efficacy in our kids.

Article mentioned: https://www.cnbc.com/amp/2024/01/28/i-spent-20-years-studying-how-to-raise-successful-kids-heres-the-skill-all-parents-should-teach.html


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Feb 12, 202444:47
125. Ultimate adventures in Alaska with Dr. Bob Ledda of All Alaska Outdoors.
Feb 05, 202401:11:10
124. Behind the scenes of the Dads On The Fly film with Jesse Males of Backwater Fly Fishing

124. Behind the scenes of the Dads On The Fly film with Jesse Males of Backwater Fly Fishing

In this episode, we sit down with Jesse Males of Backwater Fly Fishing to recap a weekend of filming the Dads On The Fly story. Back in November of 2023 Jesse flew up from Florida to spend a long weekend with us at our home in western North Carolina. Through a few different fishing trips and some interviews Jesse captured our story as brothers, dads, and starting a podcast. During our conversation we talk about what went into making the film, some funny stories along the way, and much more.

Find the Dads On The Fly Film at: https://youtu.be/RvF7fq90Bd8?si=JUaDYYXMaf6HMLly

See many of Jesse's films there as well.

Jesse Males:
Instagram: @backwaterflyfishing
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BackwaterFlyFishing
Website: https://backwaterflyfishing.com/



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Jan 29, 202458:00
123. Failing forward in the creative process and fishing with Dylan Bo Carlile of Carlile Fly & Fowl.
Jan 22, 202445:02
122. An experienced white water kayaker learns to fly fish. Lessons from the river with Pastor Heath Davis.

122. An experienced white water kayaker learns to fly fish. Lessons from the river with Pastor Heath Davis.

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb are joined by Pastor Heath Davis of Pinnacle Church in Canton, NC. Local to western North Carolina, Heath grew up fishing with his family in some of our favorite streams. Before entering the ministry, Heath served ten years in the U.S. Military as a Marine. After service in the Marines, he braved public education and taught at Canton Middle School. Now, he serves as the Lead Pastor of Pinnacle Church which he planted in 2006. Heath fell in love with the river at an early age, but after his time in the marines and moving back to the mountains of North Carolina he pursued that love as a white water kayaker. It wasn't until a recent trip to Montana and catching fish on the Bighorn River that he became "hooked" on trout on the fly.

In this conversation we discuss the connections between white water kayaking and fly fishing, we're reminded of some of the early frustrations of new anglers, and we hear one of the wildest stories of learning you're a father.

Hear more about Heath and some of his lessons from the river: https://pinnacle.church/media/qctdk27/lessons-from-the-river-part-1-kayaking


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Jan 15, 202401:04:12
121. Capt. Kyle Schaefer on building a premier lodge in the Bahamas with his family.

121. Capt. Kyle Schaefer on building a premier lodge in the Bahamas with his family.

In this episode, the dads talk with Kyle Schaefer of Soul Fly Lodge in the Berry Islands of the Bahamas. Kyle started Soul Fly Outfitters in the Northeast helping clients chase stripers and teaching all about conservation while doing it. After several seasons of that he and his wife desired something new and that led them to starting a premier fly fishing saltwater lodge. Located in the Berry Islands, a premier place to chase bonefish and permit on the flats as well as many other species, Kyle and his family have built a special place devoted not only to creating a great fishing experience, but also to making a difference in the local community. We take a deep dive into Kyle's story of fishing, entrepreneurship, and his family.

Learn more about Kyle and Soul Fly online:

https://www.soulflylodge.com/

https://www.soulflyoutfitters.com/

https://www.instagram.com/soulflylodge/


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Jan 08, 202459:03
120. Creating the sharpest fly tying tools with Herb Theodore of Anadromous Fly Company

120. Creating the sharpest fly tying tools with Herb Theodore of Anadromous Fly Company

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb chat with a long time friend of the podcast, Herb Theodore of Anadromous Fly Company. Herb has been fishing as long as he can remember and started fly fishing as a teenager. He was fortunate enough to grow up with a creek in his back yard which led him to chase trout from an early age. He is a native Michigander and loves chasing Lake Michigan run salmon and steelhead. Herb tells us the story of growing up fly fishing and now running the fly tying tool brand Anadromous Fly Company. Herb shares what he loves about fly fishing, running a tying tools company, and using it to support the next generation.

Learn more about Anadromous Fly Company and check out some of these amazing tying tools: https://www.aflyco.com/ or follow them on Instagram: @anadromousflycompany

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Dec 18, 202353:31
119. Flashback Episode: What is your why? Reflecting on why we do a podcast and why we fly fish.

119. Flashback Episode: What is your why? Reflecting on why we do a podcast and why we fly fish.

As we approach the end of the year, it is often a time of reflection. Part of that, we think, needs to be examining why we do what we do. In this flashback episode from a couple of years ago, Joshua and Caleb try to define their whys. Looking at why you do what you do leads to evaluating whether your efforts are truly worth it. We look at why we fish, why we do a podcast, why we bought a boat, and why we make the decisions we do as parents. Hopefully, this episode will inspire you to reflect on your whys. 

Dec 11, 202347:29
118. Fishing high water in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. A Learning Experience.

118. Fishing high water in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. A Learning Experience.

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb have a conversation about fly fishing after a big rain in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. They discuss some tips that helped them find success and some things they learned along the way.


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Dec 04, 202338:35
117. Smallmouth on the Fly in Indiana with Chad Miller of Sugar Creek Anglers.

117. Smallmouth on the Fly in Indiana with Chad Miller of Sugar Creek Anglers.

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb talk with Chad Miller of Sugar Creek Anglers. Chad has been fly fishing since he was 10 years old and has spent most of that time chasing smallmouth on the rivers of his childhood in Indiana. Chad has a vast array of knowledge about smallmouth, their behavior, diets, and ways to catch these wonderful fish. Chad also has a strong faith that has been instrumental in the way that he has raised his children and interacted with people on the water. Learn more about his story in this week's conversation.

Check out Chad online:

https://sugar-creek-anglers.business.site/

Instagram: @chadmillerflyfishing


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Nov 27, 202351:56
116. Smallmouth obsession and the benefits of fly fishing with Albert White.

116. Smallmouth obsession and the benefits of fly fishing with Albert White.

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb have a conversation with Al White. We met Al via Instagram and became enthralled with his ability to catch trophy smallmouth. After also learning he's a father and that we share many other similar interests it was a conversation we knew we needed to have. In this episode we discuss:

  • Al's beginnings in fly fishing
  • Obsession with smallmouth bass
  • the benefits of fly fishing to our mental health and more
  • Wading strategies when fly fishing for smallmouth
  • Indiana and the sugar creek watershed
  • Family time
  • and much more

Check out some of Al's epic smallmouth on instagram: @al_white_70

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Nov 20, 202301:02:59
Conversations from the Forks of the River Fly Fishing Festival. Part 2

Conversations from the Forks of the River Fly Fishing Festival. Part 2

In this episode, we're on location at Deerwoode Reserve in Brevard, NC, for the Forks of the River Fly Fishing Festival. We got to chat with several guests about some of their products and events special to the fly fishing community. 

We chat with Dionne Hodgson of Deerwoode Reserve in Brevard, NC. Deerwoode Reserve was our host for the weekend, and we learn more about this amazing property in western NC. Learn more about Deerwoode Reserve online: https://deerwoode.com/

We learn about a new type of drift boat with Brownie Liles of Blue Ridge Boat Works. Brownie saw the idea for a new type of drift boat for Western North Carolina and East Tennessee rivers. He ran with it and started his own business with his son.  Find out more about Brownie and these boats at:  https://www.blueridgeboatworks.com/

Next, we learn from Becca Sue Klein of Reeling in Serenity and Chattahoochee River Keepers. Becca has an incredible story of recovery, battling cancer, and using fly fishing as a means to help others. She is a part of several organizations that give back to others through the sport of fly fishing. Learn more about the organizations Becca represents: 

https://chattahoochee.org/allkidsfish/

https://reelinginserenity.org/

Lastly, we learn about starting your own apparel company with Robby Carter of North Fly Apparel. Robby took a few sketches he made with his daughter that told stories from the river and turned them into phenomenal t-shirts and stickers. Find this apparel online at: https://northflyapparel.com/


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Nov 13, 202339:07
114. Conversations from the Forks of the River Fly Fishing Festival. Part 1

114. Conversations from the Forks of the River Fly Fishing Festival. Part 1

In this episode, we're on location at Deerwoode Reserve in Brevard, NC, for the Forks of the River Fly Fishing Festival. We got the chance to chat with several guests about their areas of expertise and experience in fly fishing in Western NC and around the world.

We speak with Wanda Taylor. Wanda has been a professional guide and fly-casting instructor since the 80's. She’s been a feature angler or host in magazines, on radio, television, video computer fly fishing games, and podcasts from coast to coast. Her passion is teaching independent fly casting/fishing to women and girls, as well as pursuing fins with a fly around the world.

Find Wanda online at: https://wandataylorflyfishing.com/ on Instagram @the_souths_1st_lady_of_flyfish or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wanda.h.taylor


We then chat with the hosts of the event, Brett Meany and Hannah Myers Overgaard of Headwaters Outfitters.

Learn more about Headwaters Outfitters and their great events in Western North Carolina at: https://headwatersoutfitters.com/


Lastly, we speak with Kevin Howell of Davidson River Outfitters. Kevin has been guiding the streams of western North Carolina since the early eighties and knows most of the fish on a first-name basis. He has been managing DRO for almost 30 years and has fished all around the world. He's an incredible fly tyer with many patterns produced by some of the leading fly companies. He is also an accomplished author including his newest book on the favorite flies for the Great Smoky Mountains.

Find Davidson River Outfitters online: https://www.davidsonflyfishing.com/

Check out Kevin's newest book: https://a.co/d/c7YKrJp


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Nov 06, 202345:27
112. Staying out of the trees with Jeremy Turner from Fetch-A-Fly.

112. Staying out of the trees with Jeremy Turner from Fetch-A-Fly.

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb chat with Jeremy Turner of Fetch-A-Fly. Fetch-A-Fly is a veteran owned small business out of Blowing Rock, NC. They create stainless steel telescopic rods that can extend to 6 feet and collapse to 10 inches. These rods are designed to help anglers retrieve flys that get stuck in trees, under rocks, and anywhere else. Jeremy tells his story of why fly fishing has been so great for him and his family and how he hopes to use Fetch-A-Fly as a way to support new anglers.

Check out Fetch-A-Fly online: https://fetchafly.com/

Follow them on Instagram: @fetchafly

Find out more about the upcoming Forks of the River Fly Fishing Festival: https://headwatersoutfitters.com/event/forks-of-the-river-fly-fishing-festival-2/

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Oct 23, 202345:20
111. DOTF Weekend Getaway Recap. Saltwater fly fishing adventures off the North Carolina Crystal Coast

111. DOTF Weekend Getaway Recap. Saltwater fly fishing adventures off the North Carolina Crystal Coast

Sitting on the porch with bellies full of steaks and fresh catches of flounder and sea trout, with the sounds of waves and wind coming up the Intracoastal Waterway, Joshua and Caleb recap an extraordinary Dads On The Fly Weekend getaway.

Three dads and one father-son combo joined us for a weekend in Cedar Point, NC, staying right on the Intracoastal Waterway. We spent three days and two nights chasing False Albacore and anything else we could with a fly rod off the shores of Eastern NC. Tyler Hudgins of Drumroll Charters and Jason Cook, one of our dads on the trip, join us to recap a phenomenal weekend.

A big thank you to all who joined us on the trip, especially Tyler and Travis of Drumroll Charters, for their incredible hospitality.

If you're looking to fish off the coast of North Carolina, we cannot recommend Drumroll Charters enough. Check them out online:

https://www.drumrollcharters.com/

Instagram: @drumrollcharters


Find out more about the upcoming Forks of the River Fly Fishing Festival: https://headwatersoutfitters.com/event/forks-of-the-river-fly-fishing-festival-2/

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Oct 16, 202351:19
110. All Things Muskie with Scott Loftis of NC Wildlife

110. All Things Muskie with Scott Loftis of NC Wildlife

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb sit down with Scott Loftis to learn about one of the most epic gamefish in North Carolina. Muskellunge or “Muskie” as most people know them,  are one of the most sought after and yet elusive species in Western North Carolina. As Joshua and Caleb hope to chase after these fish in the future they sit down to learn all they can about these apex predators. They discuss: 

  • Musky characteristics and size
  • Musky habitat
  • Musky feeding habits
  • Local places to catch musky
  • The NC musky stocking program
  • Scott’s infamous musky story
  • Taking care of the NC water resources
  • Fatherhood

And much more. 

Learn about NC Muskie: https://www.ncwildlife.org/Learning/Species/Fish/Muskellunge#5243621-overview

Check out and join the WNC Muskie Club on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/788931051192261/


Find out more about the upcoming Forks of the River Fly Fishing Festival: https://headwatersoutfitters.com/event/forks-of-the-river-fly-fishing-festival-2/

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Oct 09, 202301:09:30
109. Flashback episode: The essential gear for new fly anglers and dads.

109. Flashback episode: The essential gear for new fly anglers and dads.

In this episode we flashback to one of our earliest episodes. A conversation about essential gear.

Joshua and Caleb have a lot of fun in this episode as they talk about what they believe to be the essential gear for beginning fly fishers and dads. They share some of their humorous stories of mistakes they've made with gear in the past and talk about what they believe to be one of the best essentials for being a dad. 

Find out more about the upcoming Forks of the River Fly Fishing Festival: https://headwatersoutfitters.com/event/forks-of-the-river-fly-fishing-festival-2/


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Oct 02, 202339:44
108. Lessons from the fishiest summer yet.

108. Lessons from the fishiest summer yet.

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb highlight a very fishy summer and some of the lessons they've taken with them. Also, we look forward to what we're excited about this fall.


Find out more about the upcoming Forks of the River Fly Fishing Festival: https://headwatersoutfitters.com/event/forks-of-the-river-fly-fishing-festival-2/


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Sep 25, 202334:15
107. Being a HUGE fly fisherman and not taking ourselves too seriously with Ben Sittig.

107. Being a HUGE fly fisherman and not taking ourselves too seriously with Ben Sittig.

In this episode, we chat with Ben Sittig, the Huge fly fisherman. Ben started fly fishing at 13 years old and never turned back. Several years ago he started his own YouTube channel @HugeFlyFisherman and he creates some of the best instructional and entertaining fly fishing videos out there, but with his own special and authentic twist. We talk with Ben about why it's important not to take ourselves too seriously out on the water and how fly fishing is supposed to be fun, so let's enjoy it.

Huge Fly Fisherman Links:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hugeflyfisherman/

Website: https://hugeflyfisherman.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/HugeFlyFisherman

How To Take Kids Fishing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aXaGXJ4pn6E&list=PLxWRzw3H0t5loEKLON1ooyUgvkjc6vDey&index=3

Family Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxWRzw3H0t5loEKLON1ooyUgvkjc6vDey

Ben Mentions us: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NxGpi0Fo3hk&t=1s



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Sep 18, 202358:55
106. Behind the scenes of "Mending The Line" with director Joshua Caldwell.

106. Behind the scenes of "Mending The Line" with director Joshua Caldwell.

In this episode, we speak with a guest unlike any other we've had before. Movie director Joshua Caldwell explains everything that goes into directing and creating a phenomenal movie with fly fishing at its heart. "Mending The Line" is a story about wounded veteran John Colter, who returns to the States, still carrying the demons of war, hauntingly disturbed by the everyday expectations of friendships and love interests. In Livingston, Montana, he meets Ike, a surly, headstrong fly-fisherman more than twice his age, and Lucy, a talented photographer turned librarian who reads aloud to veterans, both damaged in their own way. While getting treatment for his physical and psychological wounds, Colter wants only to re-enlist, to have something to die for. But the real challenge is finding something to live for.

In our conversation with Josh, we discuss all that goes into making a great film and hear some great behind-the-scenes stories.

"Mending The Line" will be available on Digital and On Demand starting September 26th.

Follow Josh on Instagram @joshuacaldwelldirector


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Sep 11, 202301:19:42
105. When engineering meets art. A conversation with Brandon Bailes of Panther Branch Bugs on designing incredible Deer Hair Flies.

105. When engineering meets art. A conversation with Brandon Bailes of Panther Branch Bugs on designing incredible Deer Hair Flies.

Sep 04, 202301:12:15
104. Embracing our role as Weekend Warriors

104. Embracing our role as Weekend Warriors

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb share about a recent fishing trip that reminded them how unprofessional they really are at this whole fly-fishing thing.


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Aug 28, 202334:52
103. The best spot in the US to take kids fishing. Exploring Dry Run Creek with Chris Cain of Malfour Outfitters..

103. The best spot in the US to take kids fishing. Exploring Dry Run Creek with Chris Cain of Malfour Outfitters..

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb chat with Chris Cain of Malfour Outfitters. Chris grew up the son of a pastor in rural north Alabama, where his passions for Jesus and the outdoors were born. Throughout his upbringing, God saw fit to place men in Chris’s life to cultivate those passions and disciple him in faith and fishing. In 2013, Chris married his beloved Jana, and they moved to north Texas to start a family and begin a life in ministry. Chris served the local church for over eight years through various pastor roles. He now works in the fishing industry, manufacturing and selling rods and reels for Seaborn Outfitters and Bates Fishing Co. Chris and Jana have two boys, Wilder and Sawyer, and currently reside in Mountain Home, AR. For over a year, Chris has founded and is the lead guide for Malfour Outfitters. Malfour’s mission is to leverage the magnificence of creation in turning the hearts of people to their Heavenly Father, the God of creation. This is done by offering exceptional outdoor experiences and unique pastoral care to create a different pace in a different place so that when men leave, they do so with a different perspective.

In this conversation, we discuss:

-Dry Run Creek in northern Arkansas

-tips for dads taking kids fishing

-why early success for kids is important

-the beauty of an unhurried life

and much more.

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Website: https://malfouroutfitters.com/

Instagram:@malfouroutfitters


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Aug 21, 202301:10:12
102. Urban carp and minority representation in fly fishing with Nic Hall.

102. Urban carp and minority representation in fly fishing with Nic Hall.

Nic Hall is a Marine veteran, Dad, and avid fly-fishing angler in Denver, Colorado. He mainly targets carp in urban environments and trout throughout Colorado. When not fishing, he volunteers with several nonprofits, engaging youth via the Trout Unlimited "Trout in the Classroom" program and teaching fly fishing to underrepresented minorities through fly fishing camps. He also serves as a Board Member of the Denver chapter of Trout Unlimited, where efforts are made to restore and conserve the Denver South Platte River.

Nic started fly fishing three years ago when a friend from West Virginia visited him in Colorado. Growing up as an urban kid in Baltimore, fly fishing was one of those things that didn't seem attainable. He didn't see anyone who looked like him fly fishing, so he never tried or was introduced to it until 2020.

As he becomes a more proficient angler, part of his goal is to share the experience with kids who look like him, ultimately helping them learn about angling, conservation, and overcoming adversity. He hopes that through his nonprofit volunteer work, he can preach stewardship on the water and get new anglers excited about fishing, protecting public lands, and conserving our waterways. Hence, they are here for the next generation.

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb chat with Nic about:

-all things carp fishing, especially in an urban environment

-minority representation in fly fishing

-giving back through fly fishing nonprofits

-tips for taking very young children fishing

and much more.

You can find Nic on Instagram: @midnightceviche

And check out some of the nonprofits he mentioned: https://denvertu.com/ https://www.communityflyfishing.com/

Nic Hall Carp Slam XVII Fundraising Campaign


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Aug 14, 202301:04:37
101. Dave Stewart of the Wet Fly Swing Podcast. Doing what you love and creating a premier fly fishing show to share knowledge with others.

101. Dave Stewart of the Wet Fly Swing Podcast. Doing what you love and creating a premier fly fishing show to share knowledge with others.

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb chat with Dave Stewart of the Wet Fly Swing Podcast. Dave is almost 500 episodes in, interviewing some of the best names in the fly fishing community. He's been sharing knowledge with anglers worldwide for years, and we've been fortunate enough to learn fly fishing and podcasting tips from him.

In our conversation, we discuss why Dave started the Wet Fly Swing and how he's grown it into one of the best fly fishing podcasts. We also learn about fly fishing in the Pacific Northwest and some great dad tips.

Find Dave and the Wet Fly Swing online: https://wetflyswing.com/

See our episode with Dave at: https://wetflyswing.com/dads-on-the-fly-podcast-with-caleb-and-joshua-simmons-faith-fatherhood-and-fly-fishing/


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Aug 07, 202301:05:43
100. It's the 100th episode! Listener-submitted topics and an amazing giveaway.

100. It's the 100th episode! Listener-submitted topics and an amazing giveaway.

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb celebrate their 100th episode and cover some listener-submitted topics, including:

-Blue lining for wild trout in western North Carolina

-Balancing fishing and family life

-Best tips and techniques we've learned in 100 episodes

-Why we've fallen in love with smallmouth bass

-Could you fish every day of the year?

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Jul 31, 202352:44
99. Bo Brooks and Greg Camacho of Pirate Waters Outfitter. Fly fishing the Pamlico River and raising kids around water.

99. Bo Brooks and Greg Camacho of Pirate Waters Outfitter. Fly fishing the Pamlico River and raising kids around water.

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb join Bo Brooks and Greg Camacho on location at Pirate Waters Outfitter in Washington, NC. We got to fish with Bo and Greg in the morning and then record a podcast in the afternoon. We learn all about Bo and Greg's fly fishing journeys and what it's been like for them to start an outdoor outfitter together.

Bo has been fishing his whole life. After years of climbing cell phone towers, he took the plunge to create an outdoor outfitter in the town he has grown to love. But the shop is about more than just providing amazing apparel and gear. It's truly about loving a community.

Greg runs Camacho Rod Works out of Pirate Waters' shop and has been building custom fly rods for over two years. He also is the leader of the Washington chapter of YoungLife.

Bo and Greg were great hosts for Dads On The Fly and we look forward to fishing with them again in the future.

You can learn more about Bo and Greg by checking them out on Instagram:

@piratewatersoutfitter

@camachorodworks

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Jul 24, 202349:20
98. Chris Johnson on the most important thing to do when taking kids fishing, glorifying God through a fly shop, and much more.

98. Chris Johnson on the most important thing to do when taking kids fishing, glorifying God through a fly shop, and much more.

In this episode, Joshua sits down with Chris Johnson of Living Waters Fly Fishing. Joshua visited Round Rock, Texas, to see Living Waters fly shop in person and sat face-to-face with Chris for an amazing conversation. They discuss:

-Chris learning to tie flies with his dad at 11

-Being creative through fly tying "Don't just be replicators be creators."

-Fly Fishing in Central Texas and Texas' fish diversity

-Rio Grande Cichlids

-Guadalupe bass

-Conserving Brushy Creek

-The Living Waters Fly Fishing Story

-Chris' elevation of family at Living Waters

-Teaching fly fishing the right way to kids

-and much more

Find Living Waters online:

http://livingwatersflyfishing.com/

Instagram: @livingwatersflyfishing

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Jul 17, 202301:08:35
97. Reflecting on 2 years of podcasting and recent fishing adventures.
Jul 10, 202340:60
96. Al Perkinson of Bajio Sunglasses teaches us about the importance of quality sunglasses while fishing and empowering the next generation on the water.

96. Al Perkinson of Bajio Sunglasses teaches us about the importance of quality sunglasses while fishing and empowering the next generation on the water.

In this episode, we chat with Al Perkinson of Bajio Sunglasses. Bajio is about more than just creating the clearest sunglasses on the market. They're about creating a community and making the world a better place. Hear the story of Bajio, how it started, its plans to empower the next generation of anglers and much more in our conversation with Al.

We discuss:

-Al's early days of fishing

-Starting Bajio in the midst of the pandemic

-Why a good pair of sunglasses can be an angler's best tool

-Creating a company with others in mind

-Being family focused

-The importance of getting kids outdoors

and much more.

Learn more about Bajio by visiting their website, https://bajiosunglasses.com/ or following their socials @bajiosunglasses.


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Jul 03, 202301:07:39
95. Highlighting Southeastern Fly-Fishing with Josh England of Local Flow Magazine

95. Highlighting Southeastern Fly-Fishing with Josh England of Local Flow Magazine

Joshua and Caleb speak with Josh England of Local Flow Magazine in this episode. LOCAL FLOW is a biannual self-published photo magazine focused on fly fishing in the Southeast. Local Flow magazine is as at home on your coffee table as it is on the dash of your truck. Each magazine comprises 200 pages jam-packed with color and B&W images shot by some of the Southeast’s best photographers. Content includes photo stories and collections covering everything from small mountain streams to saltwater and everything in between. It also features interviews with local guides, artists, cooks, and anglers.

We have a great conversation with Josh, including:

-Josh's beginnings in fly fishing

-The southeast fly fishing scene

-Publishing a magazine

-Taking kids fly fishing

-Chasing stripers on the fly

and much more.

Find local flow magazine and purchase online:

-https://www.joshenglandphotos.com/shop

-Instagram: @local_flow_mag


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Jun 26, 202357:05
94. Our fishiest summer to date. Joshua and Caleb recap some of their most recent fly fishing experiences.

94. Our fishiest summer to date. Joshua and Caleb recap some of their most recent fly fishing experiences.

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb summarize some of their most recent fly-fishing adventures. Caleb tells stories from chasing smallmouth on the fly, tying smallmouth flies, which flies are more difficult streamers or dries, and more. Joshua recaps his recent trip to Texas, where he chased multiple new species on the fly.


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Jun 19, 202348:34
93. George Daniel. Teaching fly fishing as a means to improve lives.

93. George Daniel. Teaching fly fishing as a means to improve lives.

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb chat with Mr. George Daniel. George has been fly fishing since age 6. He has competed at a high level for Fly Fishing Team USA, earning individual back-to-back US National Fly Fishing Championship titles and ranked as high as 5th in the World. At age 30, George decided to give up competitive fly fishing and focus on what he enjoys most-teaching. George considers himself a teacher first and a fly fisher second. He has authored three best-selling fly fishing books and dozens of articles for national fly fishing publications, including Fly Fisherman Magazine. He continues to travel the country conducting lessons and workshops for private groups, corporations, and conservation organizations. He's a brand ambassador for several fly-fishing companies. He is currently the Director of the Joe Humphreys Fly Fishing Program at the Pennsylvania State University.

During this episode, we discuss:

-George's early love of the outdoors and fly fishing

-Fly fishing in Pennsylvania

-Teaching fly fishing to college students and others.

-Fishing mentors

-The origins of the Penn State Fly Fishing Class and where it is today

-Euro nymphing techniques and its evolution over time

-Is euro nymphing a good way to teach fly fishing to kids?

-Getting his kids outside

-Favorite fishing stories with kids

-Tips for getting kids to enjoy being on the river

-Learning about trout from chasing other fish

-The importance of family

-Fly fishing as a tool to spend time with family

-What keeps bringing a lifelong angler back to fly fishing


Find George online:

https://www.livinonthefly.com/

Instagram: @georgedanieloutside

Books:

"Dynamic Nymphing: Tactics, Techniques, and Flies from Around the World" https://a.co/d/757cJ2k

"Nymph Fishing: New Angles, Tactics, and Techniques" https://a.co/d/4NPve4p

"Strip-Set: Fly-Fishing Techniques, Tactics, & Patterns for Streamers" https://a.co/d/0DsyPZZ


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Jun 12, 202301:06:42
92. Family owned and family focused saltwater guide service with Tyler Hudgins and Travis Brown of Drumroll Charters.

92. Family owned and family focused saltwater guide service with Tyler Hudgins and Travis Brown of Drumroll Charters.

In this episode, Joshua sits alongside his son Foster to speak with Tyler Hudgins and Travis Brown of Drumroll Charters. Drumroll Charters is a family-owned and operated saltwater fishing charter serving North Carolina's Crystal Coast. Joshua traveled with Foster for a few days fishing the salt marshes for red drum. They chased fish in the marshes and then sat down for a conversation on all things NC coastal fly fishing. They discuss:

-The Crystal Coast

-Family-focused fly fishing

-New Dad life

-Chasing what excites you and turning it into your career

-and much more!

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Jun 05, 202301:01:09
91. Dads getting their sons into fishing and how it lead to a great company. Beau Robinson and Stephen Nicolai of Catch Cam Nets.

91. Dads getting their sons into fishing and how it lead to a great company. Beau Robinson and Stephen Nicolai of Catch Cam Nets.

We chat with Beau Robinson and Stephen Nicolai of Catch Cam Nets in this episode. Beau and Stephen share about their early days in fishing and how their fathers were instrumental in their love of the outdoors. That has led to them becoming leaders in a great fly fishing company. Catch Cam Nets designs and builds custom nets for anglers with a unique feature to allow a camera to be mounted directly on the net frame so that you can take great pictures of your catches. In this episode, we learn more about the Catch Cam Net story. We also learn more about Beau and Stephen's stories and the support they have found in the fly fishing community.

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Natives Fly Shop: https://nativesflyfishing.com/


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May 29, 202301:02:13
90. Live from the Fly Fishing Film Tour Southern Loop at Oskar Blues Brewing in Brevard, NC.

90. Live from the Fly Fishing Film Tour Southern Loop at Oskar Blues Brewing in Brevard, NC.

This episode comes from a special live event, the Fly Fishing Film Tour Southern Loop stop at Oskar Blues Brewing in Brevard, NC. We sit down with several individuals in the local fly-fishing community to discuss their stories and what they're excited about with the future of fly fishing in our area. Our conversations include:

Jessica Whitmire - Headwaters Outiftters: https://headwatersoutfitters.com/

Robin Hoofnagle - President of The Pisgah Chapter of Trout Unlimited: https://pisgahtu.org/

Heath Cartee - Pisgah Outdoors: https://www.pisgahoutdoors.com/

Ian Young - Native Fish Coalition: https://nativefishcoalition.org/north-carolina

Jason Marquardt - Davidson River Outfitters: https://www.davidsonflyfishing.com/

Ben Meadows - Dorsal Outdoors: https://www.dorsaloutdoors.com/

We want to thank all these amazing guests who took some time to sit down with us during the Brevard stop of the Fly Fishing Film Tour. If you want to learn more about the F3T, you can find it online: https://flyfilmtour.com/


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May 22, 202354:59
89. Creating the best outdoor speaker with Will Bradley from Turtlebox Audio

89. Creating the best outdoor speaker with Will Bradley from Turtlebox Audio

In this episode, we chat with Will Bradley from Turtlebox Audio. Turtlebox's mission is to make the loudest, most rugged, portable speaker in the market that is specifically built for the outdoors. We feel they have accomplished that and cannot say enough good things about our Turtlebox speakers. In this conversation with Will, one of the founders of Turtlebox, we learn more about the story behind the speaker. The story of 4 friends working together to solve a problem is encouraging. Also, the values of Turtlebox are something we, as dads and men, can aspire to. We talk more with Will about what it means to "Live Free" and why that's such a guiding principle for Turtlebox.

We also discuss:

-Will's early adventures in the outdoors

-The complete story of Turtlebox Audio

-Staying true to your mission when others try to steer you off

-Is music needed for the outdoors?

-Will's adventuring mindset with his own three children

and much more.

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May 15, 202358:55
88. DIY budget friendly fly fishing trips lead to incredible stories told through film. Ben Meadows of Dorsal Outdoors.

88. DIY budget friendly fly fishing trips lead to incredible stories told through film. Ben Meadows of Dorsal Outdoors.

In this episode, we speak with Ben Meadows from Dorsal Outdoors. Dorsal Outdoors is a group of Alabama buddies who have adventured worldwide together to pursue their love of the outdoors. What began as a DIY fly fishing trip out of the country with some buddies has now morphed into one of the premier storytelling film groups in the outdoor community. We're excited to partner with Ben and Dorsal Outdoors for the upcoming Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) we will be emceeing at Oscar Blues Brewery in Brevard, NC, on May 19th. In this conversation with Ben, we discuss the Dorsal story and so much more, including:

-Ben's beginnings in fly fishing

-Learning to cast in the church parking lot

-A 2am challenge that has led to epic outdoor adventures

-Developing a passion for great storytelling

-Ben's life as a father and passionate outdoorsman

-How he lives out his faith in front of his children

and much more.


Find out more about Dorsal Outdoors and Ben online:

https://www.dorsaloutdoors.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dorsaloutdoors

Instagram: @dorsaloutdoors

Fly Fishing Film Tour stop in Brevard, NC on May 19th, 2023: https://flyfilmtour.myeventscenter.com/event/Brevard-Nc-Dorsal-Outdoors-74187?redir=1

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May 08, 202301:03:59
87. Father & Son Retreat Recap. The idea behind a father and son retreat and a look back on a phenomenal weekend of fathers investing in their kids.

87. Father & Son Retreat Recap. The idea behind a father and son retreat and a look back on a phenomenal weekend of fathers investing in their kids.

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb recap the first ever Dads On The Fly Father & Son Retreat. We take some time to discuss the why behind the weekend and tell stories from an epic weekend of spending time outdoors with other fathers and their sons. A big thank you to all the people who made this weekend possible, including our dad, our sponsors, gift suppliers, and especially all the dads who trusted us enough to spend the weekend on the water with us. Also, a big shoutout to our wives who held the fort down so we could spend the weekend investing in other dads and their kids.

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May 01, 202346:31
86. How to build a fiberglass fly rod with Wes Telyea of Snoqualmie Rod Company. (Rod Builder Series Part 3)

86. How to build a fiberglass fly rod with Wes Telyea of Snoqualmie Rod Company. (Rod Builder Series Part 3)

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb bring in Mr. Wes Telyea of Snoqualmie Rod Company, who walks us through building a fiberglass fly rod. Wes has been building fly rods for several years, and with his expertise in fiberglass rods, we spend some time geeking out on what makes fishing with glass so special. In this episode, we also discuss:

-Wes' introduction to fly fishing

-How a love of fishing led to rod building

-What makes fishing with glass so special

-How he has gotten his kids on the water and adapted to what they enjoy best

-What he hopes fly fishing is teaching his kids

-Can being on the water be your church?

and much more.

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https://www.snoqualmierodco.com/

Instagram: @snoqualmierodco

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Apr 24, 202301:15:22
85. Designing graphite rods with Landon Myers of G. Loomis. (Rod Builder Series Part 2) Learning from one of the best in rod building. Getting young kids around water.

85. Designing graphite rods with Landon Myers of G. Loomis. (Rod Builder Series Part 2) Learning from one of the best in rod building. Getting young kids around water.

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb chat with Landon Myers of G. Loomis. Since 1982 G. Loomis has contributed innovative materials and manufacturing technology to the angling community. Landon is a design engineer specialist at G. Loomis, meaning he gets to spend time innovating and developing the fly rods that G. Loomis puts together. Working with their team, he seeks to design some of the best products on the market to present a fly best. In this conversation, we discuss:

-Landon's intro into fishing and specifically fly fishing

-The process of designing fly rods

-What thought process goes into making a fly rod better

-Learning from one of the greatest in the rod-building industry

-Landon's experience with getting his family outside and around water.

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Apr 17, 202351:18
84. Ed Few custom bamboo rod builder. (Rod Builder Series Part 1) From London to Atlanta. Building bamboo rods. What makes bamboo rods special. Making the most of simple moments with kids.

84. Ed Few custom bamboo rod builder. (Rod Builder Series Part 1) From London to Atlanta. Building bamboo rods. What makes bamboo rods special. Making the most of simple moments with kids.

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview Edward Few. Ed is a stay-at-home dad and custom bamboo fly rod maker. Ed shares some great insights on what makes bamboo rods special and why he has fallen in love with them. We love Ed's genuineness and humility that he expresses throughout this entire conversation. In this episode, we discuss:

-Growing up in Cambridge and learning fishing in London

-developing a love for bamboo rods and rod building

-what goes into making a split cane bamboo rod

-why bamboo rods are unique and how to fish them appropriately

-being a girl dad and spending time outside with kids

-how you can make the most out of fairly simple moments with kids

and much more!

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Apr 10, 202356:08
83. Family fishing moments, field trips, and smallmouth success. (Joshua finds out whether or not you can fish in an aquarium!?!?)

83. Family fishing moments, field trips, and smallmouth success. (Joshua finds out whether or not you can fish in an aquarium!?!?)

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb discuss an eventful week, including a fishing trip with three of their four kids, a field trip to Pigeon Forge, a smallmouth float, and an hour of catching bluegill. Eventful weeks like this don't happen too often for the Dads, so we try to take some time to reflect, and it gets us even more excited for the warm and longer days ahead. In this episode, we discuss the following:

-a trip to the river with three kids

-kids catching bugs and releasing fish

-taking your kids on a field trip

-Joshua discovers the ends and outs of the aquarium and wants to fish for tarpon in the pond

-Caleb reflects on a recent smallmouth float

-Caleb discusses a short trip to a local pond with his family

and more stories from an eventful week.

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Apr 03, 202339:49
82. Jerry Yates of Stream Team Anglers. Guiding at eleven years old! Falling in love with Western NC. Frog's Fanny Fly Treatment. Casting instruction.

82. Jerry Yates of Stream Team Anglers. Guiding at eleven years old! Falling in love with Western NC. Frog's Fanny Fly Treatment. Casting instruction.

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb sit with Mr. Jerry Yates of Stream Team Anglers. Jerry is a professional fly fishing guide, certified casting instructor, and Frog's Fanny Fly Treatment inventor. Jerry has an incredible story that we barely scratch the surface of. This is from our LIVE recording night on March 16th at Maggie Valley Fly Shop in Maggie Valley, NC. Thank you to Shannon and the team at MVFS for a great event.

In this episode, we discuss:

-Jerry's early days of fishing in Utah with his family

-his first "guiding" experience at the age of eleven

-Falling in love with Western NC

-The story of Frog's Fanny Fly Treatment

-the best ways to use Frog's Fanny Fly Treatment

-How Jerry became a certified casting instructor

-How to be a better fly caster

-Why teaching fly fishing is so rewarding

-and much more!

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Mar 27, 202357:03