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The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
Ross Izard
50 episodes
3 weeks ago
Season 4 of The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast comes to a close, but the conversation doesn’t stop here. In this final episode, Ross reflects on the BCFF Podcast journey so far—and turns to one of the most important conservation issues facing our public lands today: the proposed repeal of the Roadless Rule. The Roadless Rule protects more than 58 million acres of America’s wildest country, safeguarding fish habitat, clean water, and the kind of backcountry that makes this podcast possible. I...
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Season 4 of The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast comes to a close, but the conversation doesn’t stop here. In this final episode, Ross reflects on the BCFF Podcast journey so far—and turns to one of the most important conservation issues facing our public lands today: the proposed repeal of the Roadless Rule. The Roadless Rule protects more than 58 million acres of America’s wildest country, safeguarding fish habitat, clean water, and the kind of backcountry that makes this podcast possible. I...
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The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
Fishing the Flip - Figuring out Turnover Season
As summer gives way to fall, backcountry anglers face one of the trickiest transitions of the year: turnover season. Weather gets funky, waters cool, insect activity changes, and spawning begins to influence behavior. In this episode of The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast, Ross unpacks how to approach this narrow edge season. He explains how (and where) to plan your trips, the extra gear you need in your backpack, what to expect from insect behavior as hatches taper off, which pattern you nee...
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2 days ago
43 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
Into the Muskwa-Kechika with Northern Rockies Adventures
Some places are so wild and remote they feel almost untouched. In northern British Columbia, just outside the vast Muskwa-Kechika Management Area, that kind of wilderness still exists. And it’s here that Urs and Daniel Schildnecht built Northern Rockies Adventures—a lodge and outfitting business that brings anglers and adventurers into some of the most rugged and spectacular country on the continent. In this episode, Ross sits down with Urs and Daniel after spending days flying by float plane...
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1 week ago
48 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
Designing Innovative Backcountry Fly Fishing Gear with Colter Backcountry
The backcountry demands more from both anglers and their equipment. When every ounce matters and every mile is earned, the right gear can make the difference between a long, grueling slog and a trip you’ll never forget. In this episode, Ross sits down with brothers Patrick and Daniel Bauman of Colter Backcountry, where two brothers with a passion for the outdoors are designing fly fishing gear built specifically for anglers who venture deep into the wild. If you’re a fly angler who hikes fart...
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2 weeks ago
52 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
The Power of Intuition and Training with James Hamilton
There’s a voice inside you that knows when something isn’t right. Sometimes it whispers. Sometimes it roars. The key is learning to listen. In this episode, Ross sits down with security expert and former FBI agent James Hamilton from Hamilton Security Group for a deep dive into the nature of intuition—what it is, where it comes from, and why it might be the most important tool you have in the backcountry and beyond. They explore how intuition works under pressure, how to sharpen your situatio...
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3 weeks ago
50 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
Complaint Corner - Spot Burning
Backcountry fly fishing is about mastery—learning the water, the fish, and the environment. It’s about exploration, achievement, and growth. It’s about earning your fish and your spots, not having them handed to you. In the second edition of Complaint Corner, Ross takes on the problem of spot burning—how it harms pristine places, ruins the fishing experience, and robs anglers of one of the best parts of the sport: discovering it for themselves. ------ If you're enjoying the show, don't forget...
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1 month ago
27 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
Stupid Games, Stupid Prizes - Stories from the Wall of Shame
There’s no better way to learn what not to do than by pointing and laughing at someone else’s mistakes. Lucky for you, Ross has a whole wall full of them—and he’s not shy about handing out free lessons. In this episode, Ross pulls three stories straight from his personal Wall of Shame: times he ignored his own advice, made dumb choices in the backcountry, and came this close to earning a Darwin Award. The takeaway? Play stupid games, win stupid prizes. Or just listen to this episode and avoid...
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1 month ago
39 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
When the Mountain Says No
We all love to get out there as often as we can. But some days, you’re just not supposed to be in the wild. Some days, the mountain says No. This episode is all about those moments—the ones where something inside you whispers, “Not today, friend.” Whether you're off physically, stuck in your own head, riding out an emotional storm, or just feeling that deep-down pull to turn back, learning to listen to that voice matters. Because the wilderness doesn’t just test you—it talks to you. And ...
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1 month ago
47 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
A Guide to High-Alpine Lake Fishing - Gear, Flies, and Tactics
Alright, you've picked the perfect high-alpine lake, found the perfect weather window, nailed your timing, and made the hike. What the hell do you do now? In this episode, Ross walks you through how to make it happen on high-alpine lakes, which can be among the toughest places in the world to fly fish if you're not prepared. If you're not sure what gear you need, wonder which patterns you ought to have in your box, or are looking for some tactics that might just save your day, this one's for ...
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1 month ago
51 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
Timing Your Trips to High-Alpine Lakes
If you love backcountry fly fishing, chances are you love hiking to high-alpine lakes. But as stunning as these remote waters are—tucked away in rugged mountain ranges—they can be unpredictable and frustrating if you don’t time your trips right. In this episode, Ross breaks down how to plan and time your next hike to a high-alpine lake, sharing practical tools, tips, and advice to help you stay safe and find success at the top of the world. Here are some resources for you to check out: Copern...
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2 months ago
38 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
Packing for Self-Reliance - Staying Safe and Prepared in the Backcountry
The wild is unpredictable. That's why we love it. But when you're catching fish out in the sticks by yourself, you have to make peace with the fact that no one is coming to bail you out. That means you have to practice self-reliance, and that starts with having the stuff you need (or might need) if things go sideways. In this episode, Ross talks about the importance of being prepared for your backcountry trips and what he carries in his day pack to ensure he's as safe as he can be in th...
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2 months ago
51 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
Why We Go - Ghosts, Growth, and Grace
Welcome back, friends. It's officially time for Season 4 of the BCFF Podcast. In this episode, published right on the cusp of prime backcountry fly fishing season, Ross breaks out his tweed jacket to talk about the philosophy of why we go to hard places to catch fish. Spoiler alert: It ain't really about the fish at all. ------ If you're enjoying the show, don't forget to follow us and (if you're feeling gracious) leave us a five-star review on your favorite podcast platform. Have quest...
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2 months ago
29 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
SPECIAL - Don't Let Congress Sell Our Public Lands
Well, it happened. DC politics have collided with our time in the woods, and that means we've gotta talk about it (even if we'd rather not). In this special--and urgent--episode, Ross talks about a provision in the U.S. Senate GOP's budget reconciliation bill that would mandate the sale of millions of acres of federal land--the same land we use to hike, camp, and fly fish. You can read more about the proposal and find a map of the lands potentially up for sale from The Wilderness Societ...
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2 months ago
22 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
Closing Out Season 3
Alright, friends, we've come to the end of Season 3. We hope you've enjoyed this season and come away with a bunch of helpful information. It's been incredible to watch the growth of the BCFF Podcast and to speak to so many of you about your own fly fishing stories. THANK YOU for listening, for taking the time to send your thoughts, and for being part of this crazy backcountry fly fishing thing we all love so very much. We'll be back in a few weeks with the start of Season 4. Until then, stay...
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3 months ago
10 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
Planning a Fly Fishing Adventure with Hatch Adventure Travel
If you're like Ross, you could probably spend your entire life exploring the waters in your home state and still never come close to seeing them all. But we live on a big planet full of interesting fish that will eat a fly in wild places, and sometimes you want to get out and see something radically different--think float plane trips in the Northern Rockies, stalking GTs off the coast of Africa, or throwing flies at monstrous taimen in the Mongolian Steppe. In this episode, we are joine...
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3 months ago
49 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
All About Backcountry Safety Technology with Garmin
We are fortunate to live in an age where technology can help support our backcountry adventures and keep us safe and connected while we're in the wild. This week we take a deep dive into safety technology with Rehan Nana, who for outdoor tech giant Garmin. Rehan walks us through Garmin's history, technological solutions, and how electronics can help keep you safe in the wilderness. If you'd like learn more about Garmin or check out their products for yourself, you can find more informat...
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4 months ago
51 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
Three(ish) Ways to Keep Fishing through Runoff
Runoff has arrived, and while we have talked about the science and safety of high-water season, we have yet to talk about the other important thing: How to keep fishing during this tough season. In this episode, Ross walks you through three ways (with some extras for good measure) to keep your rod bent while you wait for the streams to settle down and the high-alpine lakes to ice off. No need to sit inside counting the days! ----- If you're enjoying the show, don't forget to follow us a...
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4 months ago
29 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
The Science of Runoff with USGS
Higher flows, stained water, warmer weather... We all know what that means: Runoff cometh. In this episode, Brandon Forbes from the United States Geological Survey joins us to talk about the science of streamflow and runoff. USGS is an incredibly important agency that handles everything from earthquakes to volcanoes to flood prediction. And because of the thousands of stream-monitoring stations they operate around the country, their work is particularly important for backcountry anglers who n...
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4 months ago
58 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
Complaint Corner - High-Holing and Why It Sucks
It's time for a brief intermission in Season 3 of The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast. And what better way could there be to use that intermission than to complain a little about the stuff that annoys us about fly fishing? This is our first Complaint Corner episode--and likely the first of many. This week's topic? The infamous, the dastardly, the downright rude, the incorrigible high-holer. If that's you, STOP IT. If it's not you, well, enjoy listening to a full, detailed explanation of why t...
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4 months ago
32 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
Spring Dry Flies - Bugs, Patterns, and Tying Tips
We all love geeking out about bugs. We started talking a bit about insects and hatches last week. This week, we're taking a deep dive into filling up your dry box for spring fly fishing--patterns, tying tips, bug nerdery, and more. Get ready to break out that vise, friends. Dry-fly season is upon us. If you're enjoying the show, don't forget to follow us and (if you're feeling gracious) leave us a five-star review on your favorite podcast platform. Have questions or suggestions fo...
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5 months ago
48 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
Return to the Freestones - Backcountry Fly Fishing in April
After the weird 'tweener season of March, winter is FINALLY over. April brings warmer weather, warmer water, a whole bunch of bugs, and a return to the promised land for fly anglers--especially fly anglers who have been itching to get back into the bush after a winter of being stuck on the tailwaters. In this episode, Ross walks you through fly fishing in April--getting back on the freestones we all love so much, insect hatches, fly patterns, fishing tactics, and more. It's time to get ...
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5 months ago
55 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
Season 4 of The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast comes to a close, but the conversation doesn’t stop here. In this final episode, Ross reflects on the BCFF Podcast journey so far—and turns to one of the most important conservation issues facing our public lands today: the proposed repeal of the Roadless Rule. The Roadless Rule protects more than 58 million acres of America’s wildest country, safeguarding fish habitat, clean water, and the kind of backcountry that makes this podcast possible. I...