This episode is all about the magic of night fishing. We'll dive into the nitty-gritty of techniques and gear (spoiler alert: Winston, TFO, and Douglas get a mention!), discuss the intrigue of fishing near cleaning stations, and shine a light on how moon phases can make or break your fishing strategy. We also explore the art of fly patterns, and touch on some ways to make your hook set just right to keep those fish biting. Get insights on fish behaviors when the sun sets, and how different...

In this Mail Boat episode, we’re answering a question from Adam regarding the "right" way to fly-fish. We delve into the highs and lows of fly fishing. We explore the thrill of catching a fish, despite the traditionally low success rates, and the trade-off between the challenge and the sheer joy of the sport. We also humorously touch on the regular 'therapy sessions' that some fly-fishers might need, given the frustrations associated with their beloved pastime. We also take a lighter look at...

Shane Griffith is an experienced fly fishing guide and instructor from the South Holston River Company. Dive into the world of the South Holston River, its distinctive features, and the skills and equipment necessary for a triumphant fly fishing adventure. In this episode, Shane recounts his journey as a fly fishing guide and his path to joining the South Holston River Company, stressing the crucial role passion for teaching and helping others plays in being a successful guide. Produced by...

In this episode of the Southeastern Fly podcast, we discuss the importance of knots in fishing. Knots are the last line of defense against losing fish, and it is crucial to learn how to tie knots that hold.  In this episode we delve into various knots, including the Arbor knot, nail knot, surgeon’s knot, surgeon’s loop, and perfection loop. Everyone should practice their knots regularly, particularly those that they use most frequently. It cannot be emphasized enough, the importance of being...

Fly fishing is a good way to see different places. This year we are going to add to our line-up of shows and look around to see where we might travel to while we enjoy our favorite pastime.  On this episode David talks with Juan Ramirez about the Arkansas tailwater in Pueblo Colorado. It is an interesting river and the tailwater fish’s somewhat different than a lot of tailwaters. David and Juan start the conversation with an overview of the Arkansas River, they talk about the seasons starting...

In this episode of the Southeastern Fly podcast, listeners will learn some important tactical fishing concepts, such as how to determine the right depth to fish and how to adjust for the changing depths as the river moves downstream. The podcast explains that rivers are formed by rainfall and erosion and can be divided up into runs, riffles, pools, and bends. To fish successfully, it is important to observe the stretch of water before fishing and look for likely areas where fish may be...

In this podcast, we talked to Matthew Lewis, National Vice Chair for the Native Fish Coalition and author of “Fly Fishing for Red Eye Bass and Venture Across Southern Waters”. Matthew discussed the Mobile Basin Slam, a technique of catching Red Eye Bass, which is an entirely different species than the Rock Bass type. He also shared his appreciation for the fish and the beauty of the setting. Matthew talked about the four species of Red-Eye Bass in Alabama that make up the Mobile Basin Red-Eye...

Salmon. They are found in many of our northern waters. There is one salmon that is found in the south and specifically in the southeastern US. Turkey Salmon. David speaks with Turkey Salmon expert and sometimes fly angler Tavin Dillard. David and Tavin talk extensively about the habitat, the feeding characteristics, and types of flies that you will have the best shot at catching a turkey salmon. Sit back and relax, enjoy this special episode. If you want to support the Southeastern Fly...

Captain Tony Welch’s passion for the Lowcountry’s inshore water is more than evident in this episode and with every trip he guides. Tony freely offers advice to wading anglers and future guests on his Beavertail Mosquito skiff. David and Tony discuss where the name "Lowcountry" originated, then they are off on an adventure fishing low water, creeks and backwaters, flood tides, and mud flats. Tony helps us understand the swings in tides and how to read those tides when preparing to fish the...

This is the 50th episode of Southeastern Fly. For this special occasion David got together his closeknit fly fishing friends, known as the Liars & Tyers. The discussion, although sometimes completely off-the-rails, is centered mostly around taking a friend fly fishing. And, because the group is also into history we elected to include a known person to take fly fishing and what better person than a dead president? This discussion takes many turns and directions that no one is really ready...

Guide, author and Founder of Cast Hope, Ryan Johnston joins David for a discussion about nymphing in high flows when the water looks all the same. They get "deep" into rods, leaders, tippets, presentation and provide good tips on the topic. Ryan talks about writing his new book A Reel Job came from an evening of wine and stories while on a fishing trip. He also talks about starting Cast Hope which provides outdoor experiences to at-risk and underserved youth via the sport of fly fishing. The...

Which polarized lense do I need for sight fishing? Which frame looks good but also helps block light in just the right places? Which lense works best for anglers with older eyes? What's a Permit stick? Al Perkinson, the founder of Bajio Sunglasses, sits down with David and they discuss these questions and a few more. If you are looking for information about polarized glasses, chances are you will gain some valuable insight from this episode. Support the Southeastern Fly Podcast here

Fly fishing for carp is different from other types of angling. Stealth is critical, accuracy is an absolute must and patience is king. It doesn't matter if you are fishing for tailing carp, or crawling carp, the guest on this episode, Henry Cowen, provides information that will be helpful with your carp-quest. Support the Southeastern Fly podcast - Link To see Henry in action check out this link Carp on the Fly 101 - link

Want to learn more about fishing midges? Wonder how to fly fish through the entire lifecycle of a chironomid? Want to learn more about special leaders and tippets when fishing a midge pattern?  Take an adventure with Dave Stewart of the Wet Fly Swing Podcast and Phil Rowly the author of The Orvis Guide to Still Water Trout Fishing. The guys provide some valuable intel when fishing midges. This is an interesting topic for anyone who wants to fish or currently fishes midges.    

Support the Southeastern Fly Podcast here. For someone who might be apprehensive and not know where to start, how does tyat person start tying flies?  Which types of feathers should we use for soft hackles and how do we know which of those feathers work the best? Considering all the tools on the market, which ones does the Fly Doctor use and recommend for tying? Need some helpful hints and techniques when tying terrestrial patterns? All these questions and much more insight are provided for...

Looking for useful information on fishing the Tellico River and surrounding areas? This episode is sure to give you a headstart on the rest of your fishing friends! Tellico Outfitters owner, Cody Fischer, delivers some of the most useful information on the entire Tellico area. This episode starts with a plethera of information that will help even the most experienced angler understand the area. Sit back, relax, grab a glass of your favorite beverage, smoke a fine cigar, but most of all get...

When chasing smallies on the fly it's always good to get a guide's perspective. On this Wisdom From The Guides episode, Matt Reilly and David Knapp join Host David Perry for an in-depth discussion about smallmouth.  These three guides answer questions about equipment, the best water types, they cover all four seasons of the year, and the feeding heirarchy of a smallmouth. If you find value in the podcast stop by the Southeastern Fly Store and support the podcast.

Visit the Southeastern Fly store. Want to become a better angler? Teach someone else. On this episode David talks with Wanda Taylor about teaching people to fly fish. They provide useful tips on casting as they talk about helping kids, adults and seniors how to cast. This episode will give you a different perspective on teaching others.  So Come on in and listen as Wanda and David have a conversation about teaching people to fly fish.

Content Warning- This episode is not for the dry fly purist. What? Get your mind out of the gutter, we are talking about non-traditional flies that catch fish. On this episode David is joined by guides/ brothers Eric and Will Ezell. The guys talk at length about how to fish worms, eggs, mops and hybrid trash flies. This is a light-hearted episode with plenty of laughs and entertainment. But don’t be mislead…there is also some good and useful info throughout.  Also, how about supporting the...

If you are considering a trip to fly fish the Cumberland River, KY this episode is full of useful information about Kentucky's largest and most famous tailwater. In this episode Host David Perry is joined by 20+ year Cumberland River Guide, Hagan Wonn. The two guides talk about why this river is excellent for experimenting with flies, recent dam repairs and current river conditions which have drastically improved, wading vs. floating, reading the river and a few other surprises.  If you're...

Fly fishing for musky can be an exciting experience. You have to find them first. More times than not musky fishing is a lot about looking for fish and blind casting. But, when a fish comes to the fly, that is when this pursuit heats up to the hottest fishing you can imagine. It's the only type of fishing where a follow is counted by anglers and guides. A catch is a bonus. On this episode of Southeastern Fly David is joined by Musky Fool owner Dan Donovan. Dan and David talk about musky on...

David Perry sits on the other side of the mic for this episode as we dig into fly fishing for smallmouth bass on the Wet Fly Swing podcast with host Dave Stewart. David shares a couple of secret patterns, where to get the special materials for them and how you can find more smallies. We talk about the Tequeely pattern and the options that fly opens-up for anglers of all skill levels.Learn how to fish a zoo cougar for smallies and how you want to throw it like a softball so it spats on the...

To support this podcast go to the Southeastern Fly store. Thinking about traveling to fly fish and want to cover as many of your bases as possible? Listen as David Perry talks with outdoor photographer David Cannon to hear the lessons he has learned through the years of traveling. The guys also welcome to this episode Frank Rosenbloom. Frank holds the patent on Air-Lock Strike indicators. Frank offers his perspective with quality tips for travel.  Make sure to listen to the end as the fly...

Support the podcast Here Fly fishing Apalachicola is one of the finest fisheries in the Florida Panhandle. With multiple bays to choose from and all the species a hardcore or vacationing angler could need, the area is certainly worth checking on. David sits down one evening and talks with Forgotten Coast Fly Company owner and innovative fly tier, Kevin Burdette about fly fishing in his backyard. Everyone can learn something about tying, colors, shapes and sizes of patterns as well as hooks...

To support the Southeastern Fly podcast click here David travels south to talk with all-around saltwater angler Don Jackson. Don is known around Middle Tennessee to pursue tarpon in the Keys on a regular basis. Traveling for tarpon has been his passion for many years. In this episode Don provides the listener with different perspectives about tarpon on the fly. His perspective on tarpon includes things to remember when fishing with a guide as well as things to think about on self-guided...