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Two Angles on Angling

Two Angles on Angling

By Ryan Shea and Jordan DiVirgilio

Observations from the water - conversations about fishing (and life). Avid angler or not, we think it'll be interesting to hear what's swimming around in our heads - it isn't just fishing. Hosted by Ryan Shea, a charter captain/fishing guide and Jordan DiVirgilio, a tackle designer/manufacturer and tournament angler - 2 points of view collide in numerous debates and discussions. It's a little insight into the angling community...and an effort to open lines of communication between tribes.
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Episode 81

Two Angles on AnglingApr 21, 2024

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Episode 81

Episode 81

It was a wild weather week but both Ryan and Jordan managed to spend time on the water, so the conversation starts off with a report about what they saw. An assessment of the forecast for the upcoming week follows. The guys get deep about lost connections with nature, what it feels like when a cold front approaches, similarities and differences between spring and fall, how fear of missing out in the spring is a thing but not so much for the fall...and more.

Apr 21, 202444:19
Episode 80

Episode 80

It was a wild weather week. From the eclipse to huge winds to floods - Ryan and Jordan spent most days either fishing or assessing the impacts of Mother Nature’s wrath. The guys get deep about Jordan's upcoming fishing trip. He took the first step of picking the dates - detailed planning ensues.


Apr 14, 202455:48
Episode 79

Episode 79

Although Mother Nature threw a tantrum around the Buffalo Niagara Region in the early part of this past week, she calmed down enough to allow for a wonderful weekend. Both Jordan and Ryan were able to take advantage with some time on the water. Topics discussed include what they saw on the water, what to expect from the horrendous forecast, what life would be like if we didn’t have cell phones, is it possible to withdraw from “progress” or “advancing” technologically, and more…





Apr 08, 202454:21
Episode 78

Episode 78

This past week was gorgeous here in the Buffalo Niagara Region s- Ryan and Jodan spent more days than not on the water. Their angling exploits dominate the conversation as does the impending reversion to winter. Various rants follow. Topics include - fly fishing, does working out make sense when you guide daily, the ideal diet for a guide during busy season, Ryan's challenge to Jordan, and more...

Apr 01, 202452:31
Episode 77

Episode 77

Although Jordan and Ryan didn't get to fish much this past week, they at least spent some time on the water getting in some reps in advance of the busy season. Topics discussed include - what it felt like being back on our local water, what they noticed when they were out, the wild swings in weather, what to expect in the upcoming weeks, the differences and similarities between their generations, and more.

Mar 25, 202450:56
Episode 76

Episode 76

It's been close to a month since Ryan and Jordan's last recording - a lot has happened since then. Topics discussed include the insane weather happening in the Buffalo Niagara Region, what to expect in the upcoming weeks, Ryan's trip to Florida for tarpon, Ryan's trip to Guyana, and much more.

Mar 13, 202454:19
Episode 75

Episode 75

After a couple weeks off, Ryan and Jordan catch up. Topics discussed include: the upcoming Niagara Fishing Expo, beavers living in the whirlpool (Lower Niagara), the Buffalo Butcher, is delayed gratification a path worth exploring, how Great Lakes residents believe enduring harsh weather builds resilience and that’s a badge of honor worth wearing, and more…


Feb 14, 202450:29
Episode 74

Episode 74

It's been a few weeks since Jordan and Ryan recorded an episode - mainly because the conditions around the Buffalo Niagara Region haven't provided many opportunities to get on the water. Still, much has changed around the area to warrant an update. In the spirit of working out those "conversational muscles," the guys provide an angling update, catch up on what they've been up to lately and their plans for the next few weeks.  

Jan 28, 202459:22
Episode 73

Episode 73

After taking the last couple of weeks off due to the holidays and generally poor fishing conditions, Ryan and Jordan are back to discuss what they’ve seen both on the water and off. Much has changed around the Buffalo Niagara Region so there’s a lot to talk about. They recorded from the road while recon’ing the fishery to provide a report of current conditions. The guys get deep about travel plans for 2024 – how/why they decided on the locations they plan to visit and what goes into the planning process. 

Jan 07, 202458:09
Episode 72

Episode 72

After a week of big winds, waves, snow, and rain, Jordan and Ryan's discussion about their time on the water is brief.  Considering that both of them spent much of the week cooped up, the guys get deep about the content they've been consuming.  From movies to podcasts to books, we discuss the various subjects that are grabbing their attention lately and why

Dec 17, 202355:27
Episode 71

Episode 71

It was a week of wonderful weather (for the most part) in the Buffalo Niagara Region. Ryan fished every day and Jordan managed to spend a lot of time outside, keeping tabs on what's happening on the terrestrial side of things. As the harshest days of winter approach, the guys get deep about their winter fitness protocols - what they do and why.

Dec 11, 202355:14
Episode 70

Episode 70

Jordan and Ryan start off with a review of the insane weather the Buffalo Niagara Region experienced this last week. All that chaos kept fishing and outdoor activities to a minimum but both of them put in enough work to provide an assessment. The guys get deep about winter gear - from layering systems to tackle and how to keep it all organized.
Dec 03, 202343:12
Episode 69

Episode 69

Jordan and Ryan spend the entire session discussing what’s been happening on the water. Both of them fished this past week and have plenty to discuss about the current pattern and what to expect in the upcoming weeks.


Nov 26, 202331:20
Episode 68

Episode 68

After a week off, Jordan and Ryan catch up and spend some time discussing what they've seen both on and off the water. They get deep about the lower Niagara and the behavior of the game fish that inhabit it this time of year.

Nov 20, 202357:38
Episode 67

Episode 67

After a couple weeks off due to bronchitis, wild schedules, and family commitments, Jordan and Ryan finally got back together to record this episode. There's over 2 weeks of fishing, outdoor activities, and natural observations to discuss. Enjoy!


Nov 05, 202355:24
Episode 66

Episode 66

After 6 days of fishing and taking a couple losses on some salmon missions, Ryan has a lot to talk about.  Plus, conditions changed markedly since their last podcast, so the guys talk about that as well.  As per usual, they provide the angling forecast for this upcoming week followed by some banter about fall conditions thus far.

Oct 15, 202344:07
Episode 65

Episode 65

Jordan and Ryan catch up after taking a week off.  They discuss the drastic change in conditions of late and how that might affect their approach to the fishery (i.e. tactics, locations, etc.).  The forecast for this upcoming week looks dicey and erratic so they review options for places to fish when the weather is hostile.

Oct 08, 202334:26
Episode 64

Episode 64

Jordan and Ryan discuss local conditions and provide the angling forecast for next week.  They get deep about Ryan's recent trip to Kansas.

Sep 24, 202333:51
Episode 63

Episode 63

Ryan fished all 7 days this past week, so he provides an in-depth report about where he fished and what he saw.  Jordan and Ryan also discuss what they've been noticing on land and in the air.  The guys get deep about the mistakes they've made on the water - a few anecdotes and the general theme that led to those mishaps. 

Sep 17, 202341:30
Episode 62

Episode 62

It's a quick and to the point episode this week, folks. Jordan and Ryan cover what they saw from the water this past week as well as some observations about the other critters in the region and how things are changing...rapidly.

Sep 10, 202329:60
Episode 61

Episode 61

Jordan and Ryan managed to spend a lot of time on the water this past week - both together and individually - so they have much to discuss.  Plus, both of the guys ended up going on last minute camping trips, so they discuss those as well. Topics include observations from this past week, an angling forecast for this upcoming week, what they've noticed off the water, predictions about the fall, the fall pattern in general (by species breakdown), and more.   We hope you enjoy it. 

Sep 03, 202348:30
Episode 60

Episode 60

We are back with a TON to talk about!  It’s been about a month since we recorded our last podcast so there is much to discuss.  Topics covered include: trip reports from our latest travels, observations from the water around the Buffalo Niagara Region as well as an angling forecast for the upcoming week, and more.  It feels good to be back at it!  We hope you enjoy this one.

Aug 20, 202355:03
Episode 59

Episode 59

This week's podcast is standard fare for the guys - Ryan spent most of his time walleye fishing this past week so he talks about his observations from those sessions. Sporadic, violent weather has been a thing lately, so they spend a little more time than usual discussing the upcoming week's forecast. The guys get deep about travel - making it a priority, how to budget for it, the annual pattern of life and the day-to-day activities that ensure we can keep exploring.   

Jul 16, 202348:27
Episode 58

Episode 58

After taking a week off from the podcast, Jordan and Ryan catch up. Ryan spends a little time talking about local conditions as well as the angling forecast for the upcoming week. The guys get deep about their recent fishing vacations. Ryan spent 4 days in the Adirondacks and Jordan spent that many days on the St. Lawrence so there's a lot to share.

Jul 09, 202359:08
Episode 57

Episode 57

It’s been a couple weeks since Jordan and Ryan recorded a podcast so they catch up on conditions - what they’ve seen in the air and below the surface. They discuss next week’s forecast and their plans for that. They get deep about the benefits of hiking and getting in touch with wild places near you.
Jun 24, 202339:60
Episode 56

Episode 56

After another 7 day banger through the haze of northern wildfires, Ryan is well fished. From fishing through a hellscape (a wild exaggeration but that was a phrase muttered by more than a handful of people) to covering a ton of water to the latest pattern – there is a lot to discuss. Ryan and Jordan delve deep into resiliency when facing adversity.


Jun 11, 202344:10
Episode 55

Episode 55

It was a light week as far as the angling goes.  A little rest, repair, and recovery was in order after the spring insanity so the fishing report is a bit sparse.  The forecast for this upcoming week looks excellent and Ryan is booked daily so he discusses his plan.  Jordan and Ryan get deep about how plants are attacking them and how defenseless it makes them feel.

If you want to experience what the guys are talking about firsthand instead of listening to a podcast, visit this website: https://www.brookdogfishing.com


Follow Ryan:


Instagram: @brookdogfly


Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookdog.fishing.company


YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIPCUzZN4bD3srIIwLtZIA


If you want top quality jigs and jigheads, look no further than JDO Lure Co.  JD offers a variety of jigs. If you love smallmouth then the Ned Rig heads and Swim Bait heads are for you! Pair them with your favorite soft plastic and get ready to catch fish! If you love Largemouth JD also produces top notch quality Skip/Flip Jigs, wire tied and with a custom bait keeper. Made with premium Gamakatsu hooks, powder coat finish to ensure durability, and each jig made by hand.


Follow JD:

Instagram: @jdolureco, @jd_outdoors1773

YouTube: J. D. Outdoors Check out the TAOA

Jun 04, 202347:07
Episode 54

Episode 54

After another long week of fishing daily, there is much to discuss. The spring grows old - the "transition" is underway so the guys spend much of their time discussing that pattern. They also reflect on what they saw during the pre-spawn period - about human behavior and animal behavior.  

May 28, 202334:53
Episode 53

Episode 53

Chaotic weather was the theme of this past week.  Despite the challenges, Jordan and Ryan spent a fair amount of time on the water so as per usual, they discuss the conditions and how the pattern changed from the week prior.  The forecast for this upcoming week looks very promising so they discuss their plans for that as well.  They get deep by asking themselves the question, "What would you be willing to sacrifice to protect your favorite water or secret spots?"

If you want to experience what the guys are talking about firsthand instead of listening to a podcast, visit this website: https://www.brookdogfishing.com


Follow Ryan:


Instagram: @brookdogfly


Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookdog.fishing.company


YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIPCUzZN4bD3srIIwLtZIA


If you want top quality jigs and jigheads, look no further than JDO Lure Co.  JD offers a variety of jigs. If you love smallmouth then the Ned Rig heads and Swim Bait heads are for you! Pair them with your favorite soft plastic and get ready to catch fish! If you love Largemouth JD also produces top notch quality Skip/Flip Jigs, wire tied and with a custom bait keeper. Made with premium Gamakatsu hooks, powder coat finish to ensure durability, and each jig made by hand.


Follow JD:

Instagram: @jdolureco, @jd_outdoors1773

YouTube: J. D. Outdoors Check out the TAOA

May 21, 202359:46
Episode 52

Episode 52

It was another week of perfect weather and in turn, Jordan and Ryan spent a lot of time on the water.  The pattern has changed a little bit, so they spend most of the fishing report portion of the podcast discussing those nuances.  They get deep about Jordan’s decision to become a charter captain – why he decided to go that route, what the lifestyle is like, pros and cons, and more…


If you want to experience what the guys are talking about firsthand instead of listening to a podcast, visit this website: https://www.brookdogfishing.com


Follow Ryan:


Instagram: @brookdogfly


Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookdog.fishing.company


YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIPCUzZN4bD3srIIwLtZIA


If you want top quality jigs and jigheads, look no further than JDO Lure Co.  JD offers a variety of jigs. If you love smallmouth then the Ned Rig heads and Swim Bait heads are for you! Pair them with your favorite soft plastic and get ready to catch fish! If you love Largemouth JD also produces top notch quality Skip/Flip Jigs, wire tied and with a custom bait keeper. Made with premium Gamakatsu hooks, powder coat finish to ensure durability, and each jig made by hand.


Follow JD:

Instagram: @jdolureco, @jd_outdoors1773

YouTube: J. D. Outdoors Check out the TAOA

May 14, 202358:04
Episode 51

Episode 51

Once again, Jordan and Ryan spent a lot of time on the water this past week, so they spent the bulk of the conversation discussing what they saw and the techniques they employed.  This forecast for this upcoming week is looking excellent they discuss that as well.  They get deep about a lot of randomness - from a migratory bird update, to a discussion about why bugs hatch when they do, to the definition of "effective" followed by the most effective bait, and more...



If you want to experience what the guys are talking about firsthand instead of listening to a podcast, visit this website: https://www.brookdogfishing.com


Follow Ryan:


Instagram: @brookdogfly


Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookdog.fishing.company


YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIPCUzZN4bD3srIIwLtZIA


If you want top quality jigs and jigheads, look no further than JDO Lure Co.  JD offers a variety of jigs. If you love smallmouth then the Ned Rig heads and Swim Bait heads are for you! Pair them with your favorite soft plastic and get ready to catch fish! If you love Largemouth JD also produces top notch quality Skip/Flip Jigs, wire tied and with a custom bait keeper. Made with premium Gamakatsu hooks, powder coat finish to ensure durability, and each jig made by hand.


Follow JD:

Instagram: @jdolureco, @jd_outdoors1773

YouTube: J. D. Outdoors Check out the TAOA (from th

May 07, 202356:02
Episode 50

Episode 50

It was another big week for Jordan and Ryan on the water, so they spend a big chunk of the podcast discussing how the season is unfolding.  They follow the discussion about local conditions with a forecast for this upcoming week.  After that, they get deep about the challenges to getting in touch with their primitive side and how to mitigate them. 



If you want to experience what the guys are talking about firsthand instead of listening to a podcast, visit this website: https://www.brookdogfishing.com


Follow Ryan:


Instagram: @brookdogfly


Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookdog.fishing.company


YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIPCUzZN4bD3srIIwLtZIA


If you want top quality jigs and jigheads, look no further than JDO Lure Co.  JD offers a variety of jigs. If you love smallmouth then the Ned Rig heads and Swim Bait heads are for you! Pair them with your favorite soft plastic and get ready to catch fish! If you love Largemouth JD also produces top notch quality Skip/Flip Jigs, wire tied and with a custom bait keeper. Made with premium Gamakatsu hooks, powder coat finish to ensure durability, and each jig made by hand.


Follow JD:

Instagram: @jdolureco, @jd_outdoors1773

YouTube: J. D. Outdoors Check out the TAOA (from the water) series!

Apr 30, 202353:08
Episode 49

Episode 49

Jordan and Ryan both spent a lot of time on the water this past week, so their fishing report dominates the conversation. They get deep about how to avoid burnout - when the fishing is good, the tendency is to go as hard as you can. That kind of behavior isn't without repercussions.


If you want to experience what the guys are talking about firsthand instead of listening to a podcast, visit this website: https://www.brookdogfishing.com


Follow Ryan:


Instagram: @brookdogfly


Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookdog.fishing.company


YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIPCUzZN4bD3srIIwLtZIA


If you want top quality jigs and jigheads, look no further than JDO Lure Co.  JD offers a variety of jigs. If you love smallmouth then the Ned Rig heads and Swim Bait heads are for you! Pair them with your favorite soft plastic and get ready to catch fish! If you love Largemouth JD also produces top notch quality Skip/Flip Jigs, wire tied and with a custom bait keeper. Made with premium Gamakatsu hooks, powder coat finish to ensure durability, and each jig made by hand.


Follow JD:

Instagram: @jdolureco, @jd_outdoors1773


YouTube: J. D. Outdoors Check out the TAOA (from the water) series!

Apr 23, 202353:36
Episode 48

Episode 48

Jordan and Ryan spent a lot of time on the water this past week so their observations about the conditions dominate the conversation. The guys get deep about what they've been seeing unfold on land and in the air and how anglers can use some of those signs to know what's going on beneath the surface.

If you want to experience what the guys are talking about firsthand instead of listening to a podcast, visit this website: https://www.brookdogfishing.com


Follow Ryan:


Instagram: @brookdogfly


Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookdog.fishing.company


YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIPCUzZN4bD3srIIwLtZIA

If you want top quality jigs and jigheads, look no further than JDO Lure Co.  JD offers a variety of jigs. If you love smallmouth then the Ned Rig heads and Swim Bait heads are for you! Pair them with your favorite soft plastic and get ready to catch fish! If you love Largemouth JD also produces top notch quality Skip/Flip Jigs, wire tied and with a custom bait keeper. Made with premium Gamakatsu hooks, powder coat finish to ensure durability, and each jig made by hand.


Follow JD:


Instagram: @jdolureco, @jd_outdoors1773


YouTube: J. D. Outdoors Check out the TAOA (from the water) series!

Apr 17, 202338:28
Episode 47

Episode 47

Ryan put a few days on the water this past week - Jordan joined in one of those outings so the guys discuss that. Ryan provides the angling forecast for the upcoming week. The guys get deep about getting engaged in your community. How screen time separates us from the environment. A.I. is getting a lot of attention lately - how will that change our pattern of life? Screens are separating us from our neighbors and the communities we inhabit - how can we change that?...and more.


If you want to experience what the guys are talking about firsthand instead of listening to a podcast, visit this website: https://www.brookdogfishing.com


Follow Ryan:


Instagram: @brookdogfly


Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookdog.fishing.company


YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIPCUzZN4bD3srIIwLtZIA

If you want top quality jigs and jigheads, look no further than JDO Lure Co.  JD offers a variety of jigs. If you love smallmouth then the Ned Rig heads and Swim Bait heads are for you! Pair them with your favorite soft plastic and get ready to catch fish! If you love Largemouth JD also produces top notch quality Skip/Flip Jigs, wire tied and with a custom bait keeper. Made with premium Gamakatsu hooks, powder coat finish to ensure durability, and each jig made by hand.


Follow JD:


Instagram: @jdolureco, @jd_outdoors1773


YouTube: J. D. Outdoors Check out the TAOA (from the water) series!

Apr 02, 202355:13
Episode 46

Episode 46

Jordan spent some time fishing around PA this past week so the guys discuss where he went and what he caught.  Ryan gives a report about what he saw during the couple of days he spent on local water.  The guys get deep about ways for local anglers to get engaged in their fishery – how to influence regulations, stocking (if that’s a thing where you live), management, preservation…and more If you want to experience what the guys are talking about firsthand instead of listening to a podcast, visit this website: https://www.brookdogfishing.com

Follow Ryan:


Instagram: @brookdogfly


Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookdog.fishing.company


YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIPCUzZN4bD3srIIwLtZIA


If you want top quality jigs and jigheads, look no further than JDO Lure Co.  JD offers a variety of jigs. If you love smallmouth then the Ned Rig heads and Swim Bait heads are for you! Pair them with your favorite soft plastic and get ready to catch fish! If you love Largemouth JD also produces top notch quality Skip/Flip Jigs, wire tied and with a custom bait keeper. Made with premium Gamakatsu hooks, powder coat finish to ensure durability, and each jig made by hand.


Follow JD:

Instagram: @jdolureco, @jd_outdoors1773


YouTube: J. D. Outdoors Check out the TAOA (from the water) series!

Mar 27, 202354:11
Episode 45

Episode 45

After spending a couple days on the water this past week, Ryan talks about what he saw and provides an assessment of how spring is starting to shape up. Jordan and Ryan provide the angling forecast for this upcoming week as well. The guys get deep about spring – signs that it’s here (starting tomorrow) and what to keep an eye out for on land and in the air to know when it’s best hit the water. If you want to experience what the guys are talking about firsthand instead of listening to a podcast, visit this website: https://www.brookdogfishing.com

Follow Ryan:

Instagram: @brookdogfly

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookdog.fishing.company

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIPCUzZN4bD3srIIwLtZIA

If you want top quality jigs and jigheads, look no further than JDO Lure Co.  JD offers a variety of jigs. If you love smallmouth then the Ned Rig heads and Swim Bait heads are for you! Pair them with your favorite soft plastic and get ready to catch fish! If you love Largemouth JD also produces top notch quality Skip/Flip Jigs, wire tied and with a custom bait keeper. Made with premium Gamakatsu hooks, powder coat finish to ensure durability, and each jig made by hand.

Follow JD:

Instagram: @jdolureco, @jd_outdoors1773

YouTube: J. D. Outdoors Check out the TAOA (from the water) series!

Mar 19, 202354:54
Episode 44

Episode 44

Jordan and Ryan have been off on their own adventures the past few weeks, so the guys tell their respective stories about where they went and what they did. In local news - the Niagara River is FINALLY clear, so Ryan managed to get a couple days on the water after returning from his most recent fishing vacation earlier this week. The forecast for this upcoming week is looking excellent as well so Jordan and Ryan discuss their plans.

If you want to experience what the guys are talking about firsthand instead of listening to a podcast, visit this website:
www.brookdogfishing.com

Follow Ryan:

Instagram: @brookdogfly

Facebook: www.facebook.com/brookdog.fishing.company

YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIPCUzZN4bD3srIIwLtZIA

If you want top quality jigs and jigheads, look no further than JDO Lure Co. JD offers a variety of jigs. If you love smallmouth then the Ned Rig heads and Swim Bait heads are for you! Pair them with your favorite soft plastic and get ready to catch fish! If you love Largemouth JD also produces top notch quality Skip/Flip Jigs, wire tied and with a custom bait keeper. Made with premium Gamakatsu hooks, powder coat finish to ensure durability, and each jig made by hand.

Follow JD:

Instagram: @jdolureco, @jd_outdoors1773

YouTube: J. D. Outdoors Check out the TAOA (from the water) series!
Mar 12, 202354:54
Episode 43

Episode 43

It's a short one this week, folks.  Jordan and Ryan fished through muddy conditions - they had to - the weather was too perfect to stay off the water - so they discuss what they saw during that session.  This upcoming week looks excellent…well…for a handful of days at least, so Jordan and Ryan discuss our plans.  They guys also talk about their travel plans for the upcoming weeks.  


If you want to experience what the guys are talking about firsthand instead of listening to on a podcast, visit this website: https://www.brookdogfishing.com


Follow Ryan:


Instagram: @brookdogfly


Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookdog.fishing.company


YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIPCUzZN4bD3srIIwLtZIA


If you want top quality jigs and jigheads, look no further than JDO Lure Co.  JD offers a variety of jigs. If you love smallmouth then the Ned Rig heads and Swim Bait heads are for you! Pair them with your favorite soft plastic and get ready to catch fish! If you love Largemouth JD also produces top notch quality Skip/Flip Jigs, wire tied and with a custom bait keeper. Made with premium Gamakatsu hooks, powder coat finish to ensure durability, and each jig made by hand.


Follow JD:


Instagram: @jdolureco, @jd_outdoors1773


YouTube: J. D. Outdoors Check out the TAOA (from the water) series!

Feb 13, 202328:07
Episode 42

Episode 42

Jordan actually beat Ryan in numbers of days on the water for this past week. The guys discuss that outing, the current condition of the fishery (messy), and the forecast for next week. They get deep about Lake Ontario fish stocking. What’s the science behind the stocking numbers…by species? By location?  Is the science sound/is the current methodology of "adaptive stocking" the best way to understand an extraordinarily complex system?  Why does the Niagara receive a disproportionately small percentage of the total number of salmon stocked in Lake Ontario?  And more…


If you want to experience what the guys are talking about firsthand instead of listening to us talk about it, visit this website: https://www.brookdogfishing.com


Follow Ryan:


Instagram: @brookdogfly


Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookdog.fishing.company


YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIPCUzZN4bD3srIIwLtZIA


If you want top quality jigs and jigheads, look no further than JDO Lure Co.  JD offers a variety of jigs. If you love smallmouth then the Ned Rig heads and Swim Bait heads are for you! Pair them with your favorite soft plastic and get ready to catch fish! If you love Largemouth JD also produces top notch quality Skip/Flip Jigs, wire tied and with a custom bait keeper. Made with premium Gamakatsu hooks, powder coat finish to ensure durability, and each jig made by hand.


Follow JD:


Instagram: @jdolureco, @jd_outdoors1773


YouTube: J. D. Outdoors Check out the TAOA (from the water) series!


CITATIONS: 

Lake Ontario Salmon and Trout Stocking Strategy (ny.gov)

Lake Ontario Fisheries Advisory Panel - January 2023 Meeting Minutes (ny.gov)

Feb 05, 202301:00:36
Episode 41

Episode 41

Unfortunately, it was another week of minimal angling action so the fishing report as well as the forecast is brief.  Jordan and Ryan "get deep" about the importance of planning vacations - why so few Americans use all their vacation days - how this effects the tourism industry - how travel used to be part of the spirit of America, but seems like it's on the wane - and more...


If you want to experience what the guys are talking about firsthand instead of listening to us talk about it, visit this website: https://www.brookdogfishing.com


Follow Ryan:


Instagram: @brookdogfly


Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookdog.fishing.company


YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIPCUzZN4bD3srIIwLtZIA

If you want top quality jigs and jigheads, look no further than JDO Lure Co.  JD offers a variety of jigs. If you love smallmouth then the Ned Rig heads and Swim Bait heads are for you! Pair them with your favorite soft plastic and get ready to catch fish! If you love Largemouth JD also produces top notch quality Skip/Flip Jigs, wire tied and with a custom bait keeper. Made with premium Gamakatsu hooks, powder coat finish to ensure durability, and each jig made by hand.


Follow JD:


Instagram: @jdolureco, @jd_outdoors1773


YouTube: J. D. Outdoors Check out the TAOA (from the water) series!

Jan 29, 202356:41
Episode 40

Episode 40

The angling action from this past week was minimal. Still, in that short period of time, Jordan and Ryan saw some encouraging things worth discussing. Plus, the guys managed to spend a few hours on the Lower together, so they talk about that as well. 


Ryan and Jordan "get deep" about the evolution of freshwater fish - common ancestors, how they came to inhabit North America in particular, and more....


If you want to experience what the guys are talking about firsthand instead of listening to us talk about it, visit this website: https://www.brookdogfishing.com


Follow Ryan:


Instagram: @brookdogfly


Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookdog.fishing.company


YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIPCUzZN4bD3srIIwLtZIA


If you want top quality jigs and jigheads, look no further than JDO Lure Co.  JD offers a variety of jigs. If you love smallmouth then the Ned Rig heads and Swim Bait heads are for you! Pair them with your favorite soft plastic and get ready to catch fish! If you love Largemouth JD also produces top notch quality Skip/Flip Jigs, wire tied and with a custom bait keeper. Made with premium Gamakatsu hooks, powder coat finish to ensure durability, and each jig made by hand.


Follow JD:


Instagram: @jdolureco, @jd_outdoors1773


YouTube: J. D. Outdoors Check out the TAOA (from the water) series!

Jan 23, 202356:54
Episode 39

Episode 39

Ryan was able to spend more than half the week on the waters, so he got a healthy dose of the fishery - there’s a lot to discuss. Afterall, nobody has fished the big water in close to a month, so any news is good news…but the news is good. The forecast for the upcoming week is looking good as well, so Jordan and Ryan discuss their plans. 


The guys “get deep” about the podcasts they listen to – how we found them, how long we’ve been listening to them, why we chose them, etc.


If you want to experience what the guys are talking about firsthand instead of listening to us talk about it, visit this website: https://www.brookdogfishing.com


Follow Ryan:


Instagram: @brookdogfly


Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookdog.fishing.company


YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIPCUzZN4bD3srIIwLtZIA


If you want top quality jigs and jigheads, look no further than JDO Lure Co.  JD offers a variety of jigs. If you love smallmouth then the Ned Rig heads and Swim Bait heads are for you! Pair them with your favorite soft plastic and get ready to catch fish! If you love Largemouth JD also produces top notch quality Skip/Flip Jigs, wire tied and with a custom bait keeper. Made with premium Gamakatsu hooks, powder coat finish to ensure durability, and each jig made by hand.


Follow JD:


Instagram: @jdolureco, @jd_outdoors1773


YouTube: J. D. Outdoors Check out the TAOA (from the water) series!

Jan 16, 202356:49
Episode 38

Episode 38

It's been a while since Jordan and Ryan recorded an episode.  The Christmas Blizzard of 2022, lots of rain, and other adverse weather conditions have prevented the guys from getting together.  In this episode, they discuss how the fishery is doing post storm as well as when they think conditions will be worthwhile enough to get back on the water.  


Jordan and Ryan "get deep" about some of the things they've been doing to stay sane through all the "down time."


If you want to experience what we're talking about firsthand instead of listening to us talk about it, visit this website: https://www.brookdogfishing.com


Follow Ryan:


Instagram: @brookdogfly


Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookdog.fishing.company


YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIPCUzZN4bD3srIIwLtZIA


If you want top quality jigs and jigheads, look no further than JDO Lure Co.  JD offers a variety of jigs. If you love smallmouth then the Ned Rig heads and Swim Bait heads are for you! Pair them with your favorite soft plastic and get ready to catch fish! If you love Largemouth JD also produces top notch quality Skip/Flip Jigs, wire tied and with a custom bait keeper. Made with premium Gamakatsu hooks, powder coat finish to ensure durability, and each jig made by hand.


Follow JD:


Instagram: @jdolureco, @jd_outdoors1773


YouTube: J. D. Outdoors Check out the TAOA (from the water) series!

Jan 08, 202358:05
Episode 37

Episode 37

After another week of many fishable days plus the ability to divide time between Lake Erie and the Lower Niagara, the guys had a lot to discuss.  As per usual, Jordan and Ryan provide an angling forecast for next week too.  


They "Get Deep" about the value of setting goals - the pros and cons of doing so - what the focus should be when making goals - mindfulness - and more.


If you want to experience what we're talking about firsthand instead of listening to us talk about it, visit this website: https://www.brookdogfishing.com


Follow Ryan:


Instagram: @brookdogfly


Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookdog.fishing.company


YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIPCUzZN4bD3srIIwLtZIA


If you want top quality jigs and jigheads, look no further than JDO Lure Co.  JD offers a variety of jigs. If you love smallmouth then the Ned Rig heads and Swim Bait heads are for you! Pair them with your favorite soft plastic and get ready to catch fish! If you love Largemouth JD also produces top notch quality Skip/Flip Jigs, wire tied and with a custom bait keeper. Made with premium Gamakatsu hooks, powder coat finish to ensure durability, and each jig made by hand.


Follow JD:


Instagram: @jdolureco, @jd_outdoors1773


YouTube: J. D. Outdoors Check out the TAOA (from the water) series!

Dec 18, 202257:07
Episode 36

Episode 36

The fact that Ryan managed 7 days on the water this past week provided a lot of things for Jordan and him to discuss.  This upcoming week is looking excellent as well, so they discuss plans to take advantage of it.  


Jordan and Ryan "get deep" about why they fish and where their drive for adventure comes from.


If you want to experience what we're talking about firsthand instead of listening to us talk about it, visit this website: https://www.brookdogfishing.com


Follow Ryan:


Instagram: @brookdogfly


Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookdog.fishing.company


YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIPCUzZN4bD3srIIwLtZIA


If you want top quality jigs and jigheads, look no further than JDO Lure Co.  JD offers a variety of jigs. If you love smallmouth then the Ned Rig heads and Swim Bait heads are for you! Pair them with your favorite soft plastic and get ready to catch fish! If you love Largemouth JD also produces top notch quality Skip/Flip Jigs, wire tied and with a custom bait keeper. Made with premium Gamakatsu hooks, powder coat finish to ensure durability, and each jig made by hand.


Follow JD:


Instagram: @jdolureco, @jd_outdoors1773


YouTube: J. D. Outdoors Check out the TAOA (from the water) series!

Dec 12, 202258:06
Episode 35

Episode 35

After missing their opportunity to record an episode last week, Jordan and Ryan catch up. As per usual, they discuss their observations from the water this past week and provide a forecast for the upcoming week. 


In the "Getting Deep" portion of the discussion, they discuss the modern history of the Lower Niagara - starting around the late 1600s.  Something to think about if you hike or fish the "Lower."  Here is a link to the book Ryan mentioned:  Beyond the Falls: A Modern History of the Lower Niagara River: Lisa Aug: 9780963281593: Amazon.com: Books 


If you want to experience what we're talking about firsthand instead of listening to us talk about it, visit this website: https://www.brookdogfishing.com


Follow Ryan:


Instagram: @brookdogfly


Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookdog.fishing.company


YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIPCUzZN4bD3srIIwLtZIA


If you want top quality jigs and jigheads, look no further than JDO Lure Co.  JD offers a variety of jigs. If you love smallmouth then the Ned Rig heads and Swim Bait heads are for you! Pair them with your favorite soft plastic and get ready to catch fish! If you love Largemouth JD also produces top notch quality Skip/Flip Jigs, wire tied and with a custom bait keeper. Made with premium Gamakatsu hooks, powder coat finish to ensure durability, and each jig made by hand.


Follow JD:


Instagram: @jdolureco, @jd_outdoors1773


YouTube: J. D. Outdoors Check out the TAOA (from the water) series!

Dec 04, 202258:29
Episode 34

Episode 34

Jordan and Ryan provide a report about this past week as well as a forecast for this upcoming week.

They get deep about the snowpocalypse (the crazy amount of snow that hit the region and grabbed national attention) and how they think it's going to affect the fishery. They recorded from the road while visiting some of the hardest hit areas in the region, so some interesting observations take place throughout.

If you want to experience what we're talking about firsthand instead of listening to us talk about it, visit this website:
www.brookdogfishing.com
Follow Ryan:
Instagram: @brookdogfly
Facebook: www.facebook.com/brookdog.fishing.company
YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIPCUzZN4bD3srIIwLtZIA
If you want top quality jigs and jigheads, look no further than JDO Lure Co. JD offers a variety of jigs. If you love smallmouth then the Ned Rig heads and Swim Bait heads are for you! Pair them with your favorite soft plastic and get ready to catch fish! If you love Largemouth JD also produces top notch quality Skip/Flip Jigs, wire tied and with a custom bait keeper. Made with premium Gamakatsu hooks, powder coat finish to ensure durability, and each jig made by hand.
Follow JD:
Instagram: @jdolureco, @jd_outdoors1773
YouTube: J. D. Outdoors Check out the TAOA (from the water) series!
Nov 20, 202256:14
Episode 33

Episode 33

Jordan and Ryan provide a report about this past week as well as a forecast for this upcoming week.  The region got hit with a massive amount of wind and rainfall so the forecast for the upcoming week is particularly useful.  


The "Getting Deep" portion of the discussion gets into the definition of native, wild, and stocked as it relates to fish.  They discuss why these terms are relevant to angling and to an ecosystem.  We also discuss how communities of advocates (tribalism) often align themselves in the pursuit of one over the other. 


If you want to experience what we're talking about firsthand instead of listening to us talk about it, visit this website: https://www.brookdogfishing.com 


Follow Ryan: 

Instagram: @brookdogfly 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookdog.fishing.company 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIPCUzZN4bD3srIIwLtZIA 


If you want top quality jigs and jigheads, look no further than JDO Lure Co.  JD offers a variety of jigs. If you love smallmouth then the Ned Rig heads and Swim Bait heads are for you! Pair them with your favorite soft plastic and get ready to catch fish! If you love Largemouth JD also produces top notch quality Skip/Flip Jigs, wire tied and with a custom bait keeper. Made with premium Gamakatsu hooks, powder coat finish to ensure durability, and each jig made by hand. 


Follow JD: 

Instagram: @jdolureco, @jd_outdoors1773 

YouTube: J. D. Outdoors Check out the TAOA (from the water) series!

Nov 13, 202257:28
Episode 32

Episode 32

Jordan and Ryan provide a report about this past week as well as a forecast for this upcoming week. Ryan has been on the water every day for the past 20 days so there is a lot to breakdown. Their deeper dive gets into the difference between material focused goals vs goals based on experience.
If you want to experience what we're talking about firsthand instead of hearing us flap our gums about it, visit this website to learn more or book a trip:
www.brookdogfishing.com
Follow Ryan:
Instagram: @brookdogfly
Facebook: www.facebook.com/brookdog.fishing.company
YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIPCUzZN4bD3srIIwLtZIA
If you want top quality jigs and jigheads, look no further than JDO Lure Co. JD offers a variety of jigs. If you love smallmouth then the Ned Rig heads and Swim Bait heads are for you! Pair them with your favorite soft plastic and get ready to catch fish! If you love Largemouth JD also produces top notch quality Skip/Flip Jigs, wire tied and with a custom bait keeper. Made with premium Gamakatsu hooks, powder coat finish to ensure durability, and each jig made by hand.
Follow JD:
Instagram: @jdolureco, @jd_outdoors1773
YouTube: J. D. Outdoors
Check out the TAOA (from the water) series!
Nov 07, 202246:32