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In the Seam with JP Ross of JP Ross Fly Rod Company.

In the Seam with JP Ross of JP Ross Fly Rod Company.

By Jordan P. Ross

Getting outside matters as part of our quest to be happy. Learn about fresh new ideas in fly fishing, history, citizen science and general outside living and adventures. We search out interesting people and topics to discover new ways of thinking about humanity and theory about live and the importance of being outdoors and how it nurtures our soul. Come join us where we search the main stream edges and seams for wisdom and knowledge to help us learn and be happy. Your host: JP Ross of JP Ross Fly Rods & Co.
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#11 the 20 inch brook trout BROMANCE

In the Seam with JP Ross of JP Ross Fly Rod Company. Dec 04, 2020

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Trout Conservation with Bob Mallard of Native Fish Coalition

Trout Conservation with Bob Mallard of Native Fish Coalition

Today we talk about trout conservation specifically in the North East USA and the challenges associated with "getting stuff done."


We talk about getting wrapped up in data, and not realizing its purpose.


We talk about what needs to be done, and possible methods on how to do it properly.


Have a listen as we spitball ideas about trout conservation on this episode of IN THE SEAM.


BOB MALLARD was born and raised in Massachusetts, spending his first thirty years there. He is intimately familiar with the states fisheries and their history. While he currently lines in Maine, Bob still finds time to visit Massachusetts to check in on his old haunts. Bob is a founding member of Native Fish Coalition.  He served as NFC’s National Vice Chair from its inception until April 2020 when he stepped into the role of Executive Director. Bob also serves as an Advisory Council member for the Maine and New Hampshire chapters. He was a founding member and former president of Somerset County Trout Unlimited, founding member of Dud Dean Angling Society, and a former member of Sportsman's Alliance of Maine’s Fishing Initiative Committee.  Bob is one of Maine's, and the nations, most visible, vocal, and active native fish advocates, and has been for close to 20 years.  He has fly fished for roughly forty years and logs 100 or more days a year on the water.  Bob is a former fly shop owner, Registered Maine Fishing Guide, blogger, writer, and a staff fly designer at Catch Fly Fishing.  Bob was the Publisher, Northeast Regional Editor, and a regular contributor to Fly Fish America magazine, and is a freelance fly fishing and native fish conservation writer. His writing, photos, and flies have appeared in Outdoor Life, Angling Trade, Fly Fisherman, The Drake, American Angler, Fly Rod & Reel, American Fly Fishing, Fly Fishing & Tying Journal, Fly Tyer, Eastern Fly Fishing, MidCurrent, OrvisNews, Fly Life Magazine, The Fiberglass Manifesto, Tenkara Angler, On The Fly, Fly Fishing New England, The Maine Sportsman, Northwoods Sporting Journal, R.L. Winston catalog, and numerous blogs and local and regional newspapers. Bob has written five books, 50 Best Places Fly Fishing the Northeast , 25 Best Towns Fly Fishing for TroutSquaretail: The Definitive Guide to Brook Trout and Where to Find Them, Favorite Flies for Maine: 50 Essential Patterns from Local Experts, and Fly Fishing Maine: Local Experts on the State’s Best Waters. He has contributed to several other books as well. Bob can be reached at Info@NativeFishCoalition.org


Mar 18, 202401:24:04
Up SH*T Creek. Mark Usyk talks about the paranormal mystery of a big brown trout in our urban creek. e.52
Oct 29, 202332:05
The magic of the canvas. Creating Brook Trout Art with Ryan Smith e.51

The magic of the canvas. Creating Brook Trout Art with Ryan Smith e.51

Today I have a discussion with artist Ryan Smith of Ryan Smith Sculptures. Ryan did a beautiful painting of a brook trout in a net and the image spoke to me so much that I wanted to have prints made to sell to others to enjoy, and also have the proceeds go to Trout Power Citizen Science Group. The Giclee Prints are available on our web site at this link. Please have a listen and hear how Ryan explains how he makes these beautiful paintings, the time it takes and what inspires him to make them.


Enjoy.


JP


Oct 10, 202352:50
1000 miles for trout, Blue Line Outfitters e.50

1000 miles for trout, Blue Line Outfitters e.50

I briefly talk about a new rod I am releasing that was inspired by the boys at Blue Line Outfitters. The rod is a 5 and a half foor S-Glass 2-3 weight 4 piece. I explain a little about what the rod made for. I learned this from Adam and Hamp of BLO.


Here is a link to their new website and their you tube channel.


https://www.bluelineoutfitter.com/


https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn_b6MLgiI_MN3gvCrzeAWg




Jul 18, 202301:03:40
Fly Fishing the Smoky Mountains, how fly fishing heals, and whiskey favorites with Joseph Marietta
Jun 16, 202301:12:39
Jim Sollecito IGFA fly world record holder talks about breaking records, holding on, and letting go...

Jim Sollecito IGFA fly world record holder talks about breaking records, holding on, and letting go...

We talk about a lot of things today with Jim Sollecito. Jim is a multi time IGFA record holder, and it all started with his record CHAR with his JP Ross Fly Rods 8 weight. Jim owns a nursery and landscaping business in Syracuse NY. Listen in on our discussions and how a few things that have happened by accident in his life turned out pretty well. Also listen how Jim has used the outdoors to get over some very tramatic experiences he has had in life.

Apr 20, 202301:12:51
Georgia Brook Trout, interview with Blue Line Outfitters

Georgia Brook Trout, interview with Blue Line Outfitters

Today we interview Adam Shirley and Hamp Cross of BLUE LINE OUTFITTERS YouTube channel.


I was interested in these talented anglers because of their recording of their adventures catching wild brook trout in Georgia. I was very amazed at the beauty of their surroundings and also the beauty of their fish. On top of all that, they are very talented and their skills to fish such small streams are impressive.


Enjoy this episode.


JP Ross

JP Ross Fly Rods


Mar 18, 202301:00:19
Trout Fishing Adventures in Montana. Guest: Mike Masciangelo of MM Trout Adventures

Trout Fishing Adventures in Montana. Guest: Mike Masciangelo of MM Trout Adventures

Today we talk to Mike Masciangelo of M & M Trout Adventures about fishing in Montana and a special adventure JP Ross & Company is putting together with him. 


Dec 23, 202201:02:37
Hellbender Nets, interview with JD and Bailey, founders of Hellbender bamboo Net Company.

Hellbender Nets, interview with JD and Bailey, founders of Hellbender bamboo Net Company.

Today I speak with the 2 people that created Hellbender Net Company.  How the design came to be?  Where did the name come from? Listen to their philosophy on their product and customer service, and a little about what else we may see from Hellbender in the near future. 


The Hellbender net is available on our web site for sale. 




Nov 26, 202254:53
The uneasiness of going into the Wild, does it ever go away? Interview with Bob Duport. Maine and Adirondack Guide.

The uneasiness of going into the Wild, does it ever go away? Interview with Bob Duport. Maine and Adirondack Guide.

This podcast is going to be hard to beat.  Bob has some terrific wisdom here and talks about his experiences being a guide and being in the woods as a fly fishing guide.   Bob is owner of www.westernmountainsflyfishing.com and also guides at the Hungry Trout in Wilmington NY on the Ausable River. 


As usual we dont talk a ton about fishing on this podcast, there is much more about life and the lifestyle of being a guide.  


Enjoy...  


Sincerely: JP Ross

Nov 22, 202201:23:57
Long Overdue: Table Trout Talk with two old friends. Pull up a Chair... ep. 43

Long Overdue: Table Trout Talk with two old friends. Pull up a Chair... ep. 43

I sit down with two old friends Scott Daskiewich and Chris Partridge to talk about Brook Trout Fishing in the Adirondacks.  Pull up a chair as we have drinks and dinner at 69 Steak House in Whitesboro NY. 


Oct 13, 202201:39:49
Replay of WET FLY SWING podcast with Dave Stewart. Interview with JP Ross

Replay of WET FLY SWING podcast with Dave Stewart. Interview with JP Ross

This is a repost of an interview that we did on wet fly swing with Dave Stewart.  Here is the link to his podcast.  It's a great podcast with a ton of content.  

We talk about how we got started and some of my mentors along the way.  I hope you enjoy it. 


JP


Sep 20, 202201:14:58
Is There HOPE for humanity? Are we loving nature to death? Discussion with Dr. Keith G. Tidball

Is There HOPE for humanity? Are we loving nature to death? Discussion with Dr. Keith G. Tidball

Things get even a bit more deep with todays discussion with my good friend Keith Tidball.  Keith wears many hats in education and conservation as you will learn.  Most important in todays conversation we begin to touch upon 2 topics that are important to me.  The Stress of entry to wilderness or exit from technology and the stress of  re-entry back to society and communication.   We also touch upon a concept that I came up with about the shock wave of human usage on nature.  All of this is discussed today in our podcast.  We also get into a faith discussion about being Christian, and we touch upon the controversial topic of my shield logo for JP Ross & Company.  There is a lot to think about in this episode and I do hope you enjoy it. 

Sincerely: JP 



Jul 23, 202201:14:00
Zen Fly Fishing School at Great Camp Sagamore

Zen Fly Fishing School at Great Camp Sagamore

Today we speak to Andrew Gillcrist of Great Camp Sagamore and Cari Ray of the Zen Fly Fishing School, talking about an upcoming fly fishing school at the Great Camp.  I hope you enjoy. 


JP

May 12, 202248:42
JP Talks about Small Stream Fly Fishing

JP Talks about Small Stream Fly Fishing

JP Ross of JP Ross Fly Rods takes a moment to have some fun and talk about Small Stream Fly Fishing and some techniques he likes to use.  He also talks about the fly rods and the different models.  We hope you enjoy it.  


Apr 19, 202231:42
Brown trout on a dry vs. a Steelhead? What's a better experience? An Interview with Mike Graziadei e. 38

Brown trout on a dry vs. a Steelhead? What's a better experience? An Interview with Mike Graziadei e. 38

Todays podcast we speak to a seasoned angler names Mike Graziadei who enlightens me into a few things about angling that feel I will keep with me forever.  Relativity and the Age-less-ness of being outside.  

Have a listen. 

Mike also tells his story about catching a big brown trout on a dry fly and how that experience is unique and different from catching a steelhead.  What's better?  Who cares, they both are fun. 



Jan 19, 202255:59
Pike on the Fly with Pogo Pike, a bit about Life and Happiness too... Ep. 37
Jan 01, 202251:41
Hunting Big Trout, an interview with Jeff Kimball the Wizard. e. 36

Hunting Big Trout, an interview with Jeff Kimball the Wizard. e. 36

While you sit inside listening to the rain and feeling bad that its not good weather to go fishing, Jeff Kimball is getting his fly box ready to head to the stream.  

Today we. talk to big fish hunter Jeff Kimball.  He is an artist and taxidermist and fly angler... but I would say that in his mind he is a dad first, then husband, but his friendships are about equal to his love of fly fishing... perhaps his. best friend is the water.   We explore how Jeff thinks about angling and catching big fish.  

I hope you enjoy this episode. 

Sincerely: JP


Dec 11, 202155:27
Life in the ADK; Beaver Brook Outfitters: Pete Burns e.35
Nov 19, 202101:03:00
Devils River Texas featuring Mark Usyk e.34

Devils River Texas featuring Mark Usyk e.34

Pull up a chair to the fountain of youth.  A turquoise river flowing through a desert.  It was a trip that Mark says was a game changer, a life changer.  Find out why on this. episode of IN THE SEAM. 


Nov 11, 202157:35
Great Lakes Tributary fly fishing with Matt Dinardo. ep.33

Great Lakes Tributary fly fishing with Matt Dinardo. ep.33

On todays episode we speak to Matt Dinardo.  Matt once lived here in Utica where we met him.  He now lives in Virginia with his wife and daughter but still religiously makes trips up north to fish the Lake Ontario Tributaries, especially in the fall.  

We talk about places to fish and also techniques.  

Enjoy: JP


Oct 29, 202101:01:24
Fisher of Zen: Cari Ray

Fisher of Zen: Cari Ray

today we have Cari Ray of Fisher of Zen podcast and blog. 

Cari is known for her work as a singer songwriter and has started her blog and podcast about her love of fly fishing and how that associates with her philosophy on life. 

Enjoy todays interview with Cari and make sure you check her out on her site and social media platforms.  You will not be disappointed. 



Oct 06, 202159:16
Euro Nymphing with Bryan Spinner of White Dog Outdoors
Sep 09, 202101:02:38
Mark Usyk, How to make a story from nature? More fly fishing philosophy.

Mark Usyk, How to make a story from nature? More fly fishing philosophy.

Today we talk with Mark Usyk, member of JP Ross & Company and also an independent  author of: Reflections of a Fly Rod and also Carp are Jerks.  You can find them on our web site and also on Amazon. 


Mark has a philosophy on life and it is great.  He is wise and you should listen to him.  Judge if you want, but he doesn't care.  He is simple as a person, but complex in his thoughts.  And thank God for that.  

I hope you enjoy this episode of IN THE SEAM. 


Music by Jason Maloney

Aug 13, 202101:14:55
Bear Encounter while searching for brook trout; interview with Chris Partridge

Bear Encounter while searching for brook trout; interview with Chris Partridge

Chris is a solo explorer, and recently he has found a little more than he expected on some of his adventures.  

This time on IN THE SEAM podcast with JP Ross. 

 

Jul 18, 202156:43
AD Maddox Artist, Life and passion from her point of view.
Jun 24, 202101:05:41
Great Camp Sagamore Adirondacks Emily Martz Interview
Jun 10, 202159:33
Catching your first fish the second time... JP's tells his story about catching his biggest Adirondack Brook Trout

Catching your first fish the second time... JP's tells his story about catching his biggest Adirondack Brook Trout

It's story time again, and I decide to tell the story about me catching my big stream brook trout from a couple weeks ago.   I hope you enjoy the story and the meaning behind why I needed to go. 


Sincerely: 


JP

May 21, 202128:13
Fly Fishing Destinations in USA... interview with Steve Haigh of Destination Angler Pod Cast

Fly Fishing Destinations in USA... interview with Steve Haigh of Destination Angler Pod Cast

Todays guest is Steve Haigh of the Destination Angler Pod Cast.  

We talk about fishing in the USA, Smallmouth Bass and fly fishing...  and we talk about Steve as an artist. 

This is a great overview of places to fish in North America.  


Enjoy. 

JP




May 20, 202101:04:07
#24 Brenna Dekorte women in fly fishing, and how she got back in the water after her assault experience.
May 04, 202101:04:11
#23 Interview with Adirondack Guide Mike Crawford of Upstate Guide Service

#23 Interview with Adirondack Guide Mike Crawford of Upstate Guide Service

Mike Crawford of Upstate Guide Service has been guiding the Adirondacks for well over ten years.  He takes his job serious but does not lose touch with what matters...  just being outside.  


Listen to our talk with Mike as we get into the nuances of being a guide and the guide life. 


Music by: Jason Maloney. 

Sponsored by: JP Ross Fly Rods



Apr 09, 202159:44
#22 Interview with Peter Buchanan-Smith. The Love Affair with the AXE. Artist, Designer, Entrepreneur, and Friend.
Apr 01, 202152:19
#21 Hornbeck back country canoes, interview with Josh Trombley
Mar 23, 202159:22
#20 Fishing the Adirondacks with the Hungry Trout Resort, Trophy Brook Trout Fly Fishing in Lakes and Ponds

#20 Fishing the Adirondacks with the Hungry Trout Resort, Trophy Brook Trout Fly Fishing in Lakes and Ponds

Today we interview Evan Bottcher of the Hungry Trout Resort in Wilmington NY, just outside of Lake Placid at the base of Whiteface Mountain.  They have a 9 acre resort on the banks of the West Branch of the Ausable River, and access to a number of private water adventures.  

How would you like to be in the State of NY and catch a brook trout that is measured in pounds, not inches?  Its not a dream...  today we talk about how that is possible with these guys at Hungry Trout. 

Guest: Evan Bottcher

Music: Jason Maloney




Feb 22, 202157:44
#19 Fly Tying is Great Therapy. Adirondack Fly Company and Master Fly Tyer Dom Greico

#19 Fly Tying is Great Therapy. Adirondack Fly Company and Master Fly Tyer Dom Greico

Today we bring to the mic an old friend of mine Dominick Greico of @adirondackflycompany.  Find them on Instagram here.  

Dom is a terrific fly tier and his story is compelling.  When he was much younger he had a brain tumor and part of his recovery left him with some tremors in his hand.  Fly Tying was just the answer to learn his dexterity.  Little did he know that years later after the kids grew up a bit and he had some free time again, he would re-visit fly tying and become what I believe is a world renowned fly tyer.   His flies are amazing and his story is even more wonderful.  Listen to this podcast and check out his flies and his social media presence on Instagram and Facebook. 

Dom is an old friend of mine and it was great to connect with him.  Thanks bud for taking the time to be on the show.  

Music by Jason Maloney. 

Find out more about JP Ross here. 

Feb 19, 202152:04
#18 Fishing the Florida Keys in Islamorada with Rich Burson of R U Fishing Yet Charters

#18 Fishing the Florida Keys in Islamorada with Rich Burson of R U Fishing Yet Charters

Today we talk to long time friend and guide Rich Burson of R U Fishing Yet Charters in Islamorada Florida, Florida Keys. 

The Florida Keys are a chain of islands that are over 100 miles long.  They start about 17 miles from Miami and extend to almost 90 miles from Cuba at its southern most point.   I love the keys and I love everything around them; meaning the backcountry.  Once you have seen the back country of the Florida Keys, you will realize that the islands are really just a road to get there.  The real adventure is on the water.  

I hope you enjoy this pod cast, and reach out to me if you have any questions. 

www.jprossflyrods.com jpross@jprossflyrods.com

Feb 13, 202143:24
#17 Fly Tying Innovation with FLYMEN Fishing Company. How does innovation happen?

#17 Fly Tying Innovation with FLYMEN Fishing Company. How does innovation happen?

Today we speak to Martin Bawden of the FLYMEN fishing company.  We talk about how the company started and what was the first innovation of the product line...  the nymph head.  Later came the fish skull, and the fish skull product line expanded... we also talk about the new fly tester he is offering.  


music by: Jason Maloney


link to fly tester. 

https://flymenfishingcompany.com/products/fly-tester

use code JPSHIP for free shipping on your order. 

Feb 05, 202101:09:49
#16 Trout Power Citizen Science Group doing Genetic work on Brook Trout in the Adirondacks NY

#16 Trout Power Citizen Science Group doing Genetic work on Brook Trout in the Adirondacks NY

Todays guests are Ryan Mackerer and Chris Murphy or Troutpower.org.  The group was founded by JP Ross and is now a 501c3 and has helped to advance science about wild brook trout in New York.  


Music by: Jason Maloney

Jan 22, 202152:13
#15. Jim Stickles of NYS DEC talks about Moose in the Adirondacks.

#15. Jim Stickles of NYS DEC talks about Moose in the Adirondacks.

Do you know where to find moose in the spring and fall?  Well this episode will give you some tips on how to find them.  


Music by Jason Maloney



Jan 08, 202132:57
#14 The new New York inland trout stream management plan. An interview with Steve Hurst of the DEC.
Dec 22, 202052:56
#13 The fiberglass fly rod market! Is Glass Dead? Interview with Cameron Mortenson of the Fiberglass Manifesto

#13 The fiberglass fly rod market! Is Glass Dead? Interview with Cameron Mortenson of the Fiberglass Manifesto

Glass is not dead...  just look up the hash tag on I Gram and you will see.  However, we did into what one man and his blog did to the industry that could be equal to what Jeep did to the automotive market.   We also once again dig into what happiness means for different people.  Cameron enlightens us on many aspects of fiberglass fly rods and life.  Enjoy. 


Music by: Jason Maloney


Dec 17, 202001:04:40
#12: Freestone Fishing Life... the secret to the good life. Interview with Matt Guymon

#12: Freestone Fishing Life... the secret to the good life. Interview with Matt Guymon

We had a great podcast with Matt Guymon.  He is a super talented photographer and has a great outlook on life.  

Music by Jason Maloney

Dec 08, 202044:07
#11 the 20 inch brook trout BROMANCE
Dec 04, 202042:06
#10 On Golden Pod... fishing for golden trout in high elevation lakes with Guest James Taylor

#10 On Golden Pod... fishing for golden trout in high elevation lakes with Guest James Taylor

Today I interview James Taylor, long time friend of mine, now living in Idaho.  James has caught some huge Golden Trout on the fly..  but not without some work.  Like 35 miles one way type of work.  But to him, its totally worth it.  Find out why. 


Music by Jason Maloney. 

Nov 23, 202042:45
#9 Small Stream fly rod overview with JP Ross

#9 Small Stream fly rod overview with JP Ross

Today I take over the mic for a bit and talk about small stream rods that we offer.  Thanks for all the suggestions about doing this pod cast, I hope you enjoy a brief overview about the rods I have designed for small stream fly fishing.   JP

Nov 19, 202014:23
#8 footloose and freeflow with Andrew O'Neill. Adventures in Wyoming, Seychells, and Adirondacks
Nov 17, 202057:16
#7 Trophy Labrador brook trout with Robin Reeve and Chris Murphy

#7 Trophy Labrador brook trout with Robin Reeve and Chris Murphy

Today we speak to Robin Reeve owner of 3 rivers lodge in Labrador Canada. I have had the good fortune of going to Robins Lodge many times. I first found him when I was an outfitter and I was looking for alternative places to find huge brook trout other than the usual Quebec Trip. I found 3 Rivers Lodge, and I am happy I did. Robin is a great friend and we have had many adventures together. With my co-host Chris Murphy we explore trophy Labrador. link to lodge. Music by: Jason Maloney
Nov 15, 202048:47
#6 Interview with Jeff Patterson of Abel and Ross Reels.

#6 Interview with Jeff Patterson of Abel and Ross Reels.

Jeff talks about all the companies that are part of Mayfly. Some history on Ross and Abel reels and also some tech talk, as well as some insight on Airflo fly lines. Listen in on Jeff Patterson.
Nov 11, 202053:31
 #5 A snowy talk with Greg Rudd, artist and outdoorsman in The Adirondacks.

#5 A snowy talk with Greg Rudd, artist and outdoorsman in The Adirondacks.

We talk to Greg about growing up in the Adirondacks and specifically Inlet, NY. What brought him back, and why leaving it is important to realizing how special it is.
Nov 05, 202001:00:06
 #4 Bobby Helms from Tupper Lake Adirondacks explains how his home woods called him home from Alaska.

#4 Bobby Helms from Tupper Lake Adirondacks explains how his home woods called him home from Alaska.

A short talk with my bud from Tupper Lake about what is “wild” and how the Adirondacks are such a special place.
Nov 05, 202046:08