Best Jim Klug Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 85 - TOM BIE & PAUL PUCKETT - Packing, Planning, and Problem-Solving: A Travel Q&A for Anglers 1:46:20

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! In this special Waypoints episode, we turn the content and the questions over to our listeners - and dive into a wide range of travel questions submitted by the Waypoints audience. Joining host Jim Klug for this Q&A session are two well-known voices in the fly fishing community: Tom Bie, editor and publisher of Th…

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Episode 84 - CHICO FERNANDEZ - The Godfather of the Salt and the Heart of the Sport 1:04:29

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! On this episode of Waypoints, we sit down with one of the true giants of our sport - a man whose story is as rich and influential as any in the world of flyfishing. Chico Fernández is a pioneer, teacher, innovator, and a lifelong ambassador for the art of casting flies in saltwater. From his early days in Miami sh…

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Episode 83 – DAVE BROWN - Alberta, British Columbia, and the Lure of Canada’s Frontier Waters 1:20:55

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! Today on Waypoints, we’re heading north to Alberta and British Columbia – an area that is home to vast landscapes, wild rivers, prairie grasslands, and a setting that rivals anything found in the American West. Joining us is Dave Brown of Dave Brown Outfitters, a pioneer in Canadian flyfishing who has spent more t…

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Episode 82 - CHUCK HILL & MARVIN RODRIGUEZ - Flyfishing in Costa Rica and the Creation of the 4 Corners Costa Rica Program 1:14:33

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! In this episode of Waypoints, we head to the heart of Central America for a deep dive into one of the most diverse and exciting fly fishing destinations in the world: Costa Rica. Host Jim Klug is joined by Chuck Hill and Marvin Rodriguez, the founders of 4 Corners Costa Rica - an innovative outfitting operation th…

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Episode 81 - BLANE CHOCKLETT - Changing The Game 1:13:38

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! On this episode of Waypoints, we sit down with one of the most innovative and influential minds in modern fly fishing — the legendary Blane Chocklett. A pioneer in streamer design and the creative force behind the iconic Game Changer fly, Blane has spent decades pushing the boundaries of how we tie, present, and t…

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Episode 80 - IAN DAVIS - A Passion for Bonefish: The Fish, the Flats, the Obsession, and the New Book Project 1:27:48

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! In this special episode of Waypoints, host Jim Klug sits down with longtime friend, business partner, and fellow saltwater addict Ian Davis to talk about an incredible project nearly a decade in the making. Ian – a renowned angler, illustrator, fly designer, and global trip host – has just released his highly anti…

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Episode 79 - STEVE BROWN - Fly Fishing the Bay Islands of Honduras, Guanaja, and the Far Away Cayes 1:17:13

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! In this episode of Waypoints, we travel to the Bay Islands of Honduras to explore one of the most underrated and unknown saltwater destinations in the Caribbean — the island of Guanaja. Jim Klug sits down with Steve Brown, the founder of Fly Fish Guanaja and the visionary behind the Faraway Cayes program, for a de…

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Episode 78 - CRAIG MATHEWS - A Life on the Waters of Yellowstone 1:12:36

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! In this episode of Waypoints, host Jim Klug welcomes one of the most respected and impactful voices in the world of fly fishing — Craig Mathews. Known widely as the founder and former owner of Blue Ribbon Flies in West Yellowstone, Montana, Craig has spent decades immersed in the rivers, tributaries, and backcount…

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Episode 77 - BIBO JAYNE - Fishing the Flats of South Caicos in the Turks & Caicos 58:08

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! On this episode of the Waypoints podcast, we head to the remote and spectacular flats of South Caicos in the Turks and Caicos Islands to sit down with longtime outfitter and flats fishing pioneer Bibo Jayne. Known for his decades of experience exploring and guiding the waters of “Big South,” Bibo has helped put th…

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Episode 76 - BRIAN O'KEEFE, BRYAN GREGSON & JIM KLUG - A List of 30 Names Every Angler Should Know: Legendary Personalities Who Have Shaped The Sport of Flyfishing 1:58:29

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! This is a fun one! In this special episode of Waypoints, Jim Klug is joined by longtime friends and industry legends Brian O’Keefe and Bryan Gregson for a lively and insightful conversation that dives deep into the roots and the history of flyfishing. What started as a late-night, beer-fueled conversation at a rec…

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Episode 75 - JIM OLSON & ERIC THORSON – The Current State of the Big Hole River and the Fisheries of Southwest Montana 1:27:50

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! In this episode of Waypoints, we return to the heart of one of the most important — and complex — conservation stories in the world of flyfishing: the state of Montana’s Big Hole and the rivers of southwest Montana. Nearly two years after the New York Times released an article focusing on declining fish population…

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Episode 74 - BRYANT DUNN - Part 2 of 2 - Fly Fishing Christmas Island: What to Expect, How to Prepare, and an In-Depth Conversation About the Fishery 1:12:03

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! In this second episode of our two-part Christmas Island series, Waypoints shifts the focus from the history and angling evolution of the atoll to hands-on fishing specifics. Host Jim Klug continues his conversation with Bryant Dunn of Christmas Island Lodge, diving deep into the angling experience itself. They add…

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Episode 73 - BRYANT DUNN - Part I of 2 - Fly Fishing Christmas Island: An In-Depth Conversation About One of Flyfishing's Most Iconic Destinations 1:11:22

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! In this first episode of a special two-part series, Waypoints heads to the heart of the Central Pacific to explore one of the most legendary destinations in saltwater fly fishing — Christmas Island. Host Jim Klug is joined by Bryant Dunn of Christmas Island Lodge for a deep dive into the rich history of the atoll,…

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Episode 72 - HOWARD CROSTON - The Gear, the Travel, and the Mindset That Define Today’s Global Angler 1:02:13

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! In this episode of Waypoints, host Jim Klug sits down with Howard Croston — Global Brand and Product Manager for House of Hardy — to explore the legacy, innovation, and future of one of the most iconic brands in fly fishing. Howard brings a unique perspective to the conversation —not just as a designer of some of …

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Episode 71 - DAVE PISHKO & SAWYER KEENER - Fly Fishing Alaska’s Legendary Nushagak River 1:14:47

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! In this episode of WAYPOINTS, we journey deep into the heart of Alaska’s remote southwest to explore one of the most legendary rivers in the North – the Nushagak. Known simply as “the Nush,” this 280-mile wilderness river is famous for its massive runs of wild Pacific salmon, thriving populations of leopard rainbo…

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Episode 70 - TIM & JOANNE LINEHAN - Flyfishing the Waters of Northern Montana with Linehan Outfitting 49:52

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! On this episode of WAYPOINTS, we visit the remote and rugged northwest corner of Montana, home to towering forests, wild rivers, and one of the most untouched fly fishing destinations in the West. Our guests today are Tim and Joanne Linehan, the husband-and-wife team behind Linehan Outfitting, a legendary operatio…

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Episode 69 - KRISTJÁN RAFNSSON - Fly Fishing Iceland 51:13

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! On this episode of WAYPOINTS, we venture to the land of fire and ice, where towering volcanoes, glacial rivers, and gin-clear waters create one of the most stunning fly fishing landscapes on Earth. Joining host Jim Klug is Kristján Rafnsson, the founder and CEO of Iceland’s Fish Partner – the country’s premier fly…

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Episode 68 - KEN GANGLER - The "Canadian Grand Slam," Fishing in the Wilderness of Manitoba, and the Story Behind Legendary 'North Seal River Lodge' 57:11

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! On this episode of WAYPOINTS, we head deep into the Canadian wilderness, where endless lakes, rivers, and untouched landscapes create one of North America’s most remote and pristine fly fishing destinations — Gangler’s North Seal River Lodge. Joining us is Ken Gangler, a pioneer in the Canadian outfitting industry…

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Episode 67 - CHERYL BASTIAN - Fishing Andros Island, the Evolution of Swains Cay Lodge, and the Challenges of Owning and Operating a Lodge in the Bahamian Out-Islands 1:06:14

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! On this episode of WAYPOINTS, host Jim Klug sits down with Cheryl Bastian, the owner and founder of Swain’s Cay Lodge on Andros Island, Bahamas. As the leader of a 100% Bahamian-owned-and-operated fishing lodge, Cheryl has spent the past 16 years building one of the most well-known and respected operations in the …

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EPISODE 66 – BRIAN O’KEEFE - Navigating the Current State of Fly Fishing Travel – Tips, Trends, and Tales from a Lifetime on the Water 1:34:19

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! In this captivating episode, we welcome back fly fishing legend Brian O’Keefe to discuss the ever-evolving world of fly fishing travel. With decades of experience as an angler, photographer, and industry icon, Brian shares his insights into the changing landscape of destination angling, from the after-effects of t…

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Episode 65 - CRAIG HAYES - The Story of Turneffe Flats and a Legacy of Conservation: Craig Hayes and Turneffe Atoll 1:06:30

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! In this episode of WAYPOINTS, we dive into the remarkable conservation story of Turneffe Atoll, Belize's largest national marine reserve, with conservation pioneer Craig Hayes. As the founder of the renowned Turneffe Flats Lodge, Hayes has spent decades safeguarding this extraordinary ecosystem while establishing …

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Episode 64 - BEN KURTZ – Designing Gear and Packing Solutions for the Traveling Angler 43:09

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! In this episode of Waypoints, the focus is on technical gear and packing solutions for the traveling angler, with special guest Ben Kurtz, co-owner and President of Fishpond USA. Fishpond is a leading manufacturer of high-quality, packs, sustainable fly fishing travel solutions, and accessories designed for angler…

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Episode 63 - PETER KNOX – Lead Rod Designer for Sage Fly Rods on the Complexities of Building Rods for the Diverse World of Destination Angling 51:42

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! In this episode of Waypoints, we sit down with Peter Knox, the lead fly rod designer at Sage, a company renowned for its high-performance fly rods and innovation in rod technologies. Founded in 1980 on Bainbridge Island, Washington, Sage was the first to introduce fast-action, powerful graphite fly rods, and today…

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Episode 62: ROK LUSTRIK – Fly Fishing in Slovenia 1:07:17

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! Slovenia is renowned for its crystal-clear rivers, stunning alpine scenery, and diverse fish species – including the iconic marble trout and the hucho hucho taimen. With so much diversity and an incredible number of rivers, Slovenia offers fly anglers what may be the best freshwater fishing in all of Europe – in a…

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Episode 61 – CHRIS WALKER: Understanding Leader and Tippet Design, Technology and Application with RIO’s Lead Product Designer 46:09

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! In this episode of Waypoints, we sit down with Chris Walker, the Lead Product Designer and R&D Manager at RIO Products – a brand recognized for its innovation and leadership in fly lines, leaders, and tippet. Chris addresses critical topics related to leaders and tippet set-ups, which are arguably the most signifi…

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Episode 60 - TOM KIERNAN: The State of America’s Rivers 56:05

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! Tom Kiernan is the President and CEO of American Rivers – the non-profit environmental advocacy group that has been a leader in protecting and restoring rivers throughout the United States for the past 50 years. There is no doubt that the rivers of our nation are currently facing severe threats and challenges due …

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Episode 59 - GARY DE KLERK & ALEC GERBEC - Hunting Giant Trevally 1:04:39

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! In this episode of WAYPOINTS, Yellow Dog's Jim Klug is joined by Cosmoledo Atoll fly fishing guide Gary de Klerk and Yellow Dog's Alec Gerbec to discuss the art of fly fishing and hunting for giant trevally. Gary, a dedicated full-time guide in one of the premier locations in the world for giant trevally, is also …

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Episode 58 - ALEC GERBEC - Fly Fishing St. Brandons Atoll 58:57

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! On this episode of WAYPOINTS, Alec is joined by host Jim Klug to explore the intricacies of fly fishing at St. Brandon's Atoll, one of the most remote trips Yellow Dog offers. In May 2024, Yellow Dog's Alec Gerbec had the opportunity to visit St. Brandon’s Atoll, located 268 nautical miles north of Mauritius in th…

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Episode 57 - JEFF CURRIER - Fly Fishing Bhutan - Part Two 42:12

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! In part two of two of the “Bhutan Chronicles”, Waypoints host Jim Klug follows up his part one conversation with outfitter Bryant Dunn by sitting down with legendary angler and world traveler, Jeff Currier to talk about the fishing in Bhutan, the draw of mahseer as a species, and Jeff’s take-aways from a recent ri…

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Episode 56 - BRYANT DUNN - Fly Fishing Bhutan - Part One 59:56

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! Jim Klug is joined by Bryant Dunn, the international director and co-owner of Himalayan Fly Fishing Adventures, an outfitting operation that has been exploring the Kingdom of Bhutan for nearly two decades. Dunn's ventures include multi-day river excursions for golden and chocolate mahseer, shorter trips for brown …

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Episode 55 - BRYAN GREGSON & MATT KELSIC - Fly Fishing Belize - Part Two 1:06:23

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! In the second episode of this Belize podcast series, Waypoints host Jim Klug is joined once again by Yellow Dog’s Belize program director Matt Kelsic and industry veteran Bryan Gregson to discuss fly fishing throughout Belize. This episode focuses on the differences and offerings of specific fisheries and location…

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Episode 54 - BRYAN GREGSON & MATT KELSIC - Fly Fishing Belize – Part One 1:15:45

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! Waypoints host Jim Klug is joined by Yellow Dog’s Belize program director Matt Kelsic and industry veteran Bryan Gregson to talk all things Belize. In episode one of this two-part series on Belize, Jim and guests discuss why Belize is such a popular and important angling destination, talk travel logistics and the …

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Episode 53 - BRENDEN STUCKY & R.J. HOSKING - Private Water vs. Public Access, and a Discussion with the Founders of Rare Waters 1:04:38

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! Stream access rights and regulations in the United States vary throughout the country, and depending on where exactly you’re fishing, the laws dealing with how you can enter a riverbed or step into the water can be wildly different. The subject is a complicated one, and with a growing number of anglers and a conti…

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Episode 52 - THOMAS SOBIRK – Fly Fishing in Greenland 1:00:00

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! At more than 850,000 square miles in size with a total population of less than 57,000 people, Greenland is the world’s largest island. While more than 80% of the country is covered with ice on a year-round basis, the summer months for the coastal areas bring ice-free arctic tundra, crystal-clear conditions on free…

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Episode 51 - JACK PORTER – Comparing Argentina and Chile: How to Choose the Best Options for a South American Fishing Trip 51:23

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! There’s no question that Patagonia is one of the premier freshwater fly fishing destinations in the world – a dynamic, one-of-a-kind region in South America that is home to dozens of world-class lodges, experienced and professional guides, and more rivers, streams, and lakes than can possibly be fished in a lifeti…

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Episode 50 - WADE FELLIN & GUY ALSENTZER – Disappearing Wild Trout Populations in Southwest Montana: What the Hell is Going on in Big Sky Country? 1:12:24

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! In the spring of 2023, Montana’s media started to highlight the fact that wild trout populations in Montana’s Jefferson Basin – an area that includes the world-famous Big Hole, Ruby, Beaverhead and Jefferson Rivers – were in severe distress. Legendary for cold-water fisheries that have historically supported an ab…

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Episode 49 - MIKE TAYLOE - Real-Life Emergency Medical Situations From the Field and Take-Aways on Dealing with Unexpected Accidents 54:40

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! Mike Tayloe is the co-owner and Director of Operations of Finns West, an outdoor company that provides Wilderness First Aid courses and Emergency Action Plan development for fishing lodges, outfitters and guides. Tayloe has combined his profession as a paramedic with his extensive background as a professional inte…

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Episode 48 - THE UMPQUA FEATHER MERCHANTS STORY: Inside the World of Commercial Fly Tying With Russ Miller 56:34

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! Umpqua Feather Merchants is one of the biggest names in the fly fishing industry: a manufacturing powerhouse when it comes to innovative and effective flies, leader, tippet, premium hooks, and more. In this episode of Waypoints, we talk with Umpqua’s Director of Marketing, Russ Miller, to discuss the company’s pos…

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Episode 47 - RETURN TO CHRISTMAS ISLAND: The First Week Back After Three Years of Post-Pandemic Shut-Downs 51:24

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! Christmas Island – the world’s largest coral atoll – has a legendary reputation as one of the top destinations in the world for saltwater flats fishing – especially when it comes to massive numbers of bonefish. Also known as Kiritimati Atoll, Christmas is an immense coral outcropping located in the tiny Pacific Oc…

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Episode 46 - FLY FISHING CUBA - Part 2 of 2 with Cuba Travel Expert Kristen Tripp 1:05:34

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! In the second episode in our two-part series on Cuba, host Jim Klug is joined once again by Kristen Tripp – Yellow Dog Flyfishing’s program director for Cuba. Kristen is hands-down the most knowledgeable person in the game when it comes to both traveling in Cuba and fishing Cuba, and she’s an incredible resource w…

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Episode 45 – FLY FISHING CUBA – PART 1 of 2 With Cuba Travel Expert Kristen Tripp 59:16

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! With recent announcements that the U.S. and Cuban governments are – once again – taking steps to improve relations between the two countries, the logistics and intricacies that affect American fishing travel to Cuba are evolving and changing fast. In this first episode of a two-part series on Cuba, host Jim Klug s…

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Episode 44 - FLY FISHING IN IRELAND – Part 2 of 2 with Andrew Ryan of Clonanav Fly Fishing 40:42

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! In part two of the Irish episodes, WAYPOINTS host Jim Klug talks with Andrew Ryan – an incredible guide, outfitter, and angler who owns and operates Clononav Fly Fishing in the southern part of Ireland. Andrew has been guiding in Ireland and in other international destinations for over 20 years, and he’s developed…

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Episode 43 - FLY FISHING IN IRELAND – Part 1 of 2 with Dominic O’Moron of “The Great Fishing Houses of Ireland” 42:48

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! Dominic O’Moron is the coordinator and chairman of a unique collection of historical fishing operations and angling destinations called “The Great Fishing Houses of Ireland.” This collection of 12 historical fishing lodges and sporting properties is unlike anything found in the world of fly fishing, and WAYPOINTS …

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Episode 42 - DYLAN TOMINE: Fly Fishing Author, Steelhead Addict, Filmmaker, and Wild Fish Activist 1:16:19

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! Dylan Tomine is a writer, Patagonia ambassador, conservationist, and an out-spoken wild fish advocate. He’s the producer of the film Artifishal, and one of the hottest authors in fly fishing. His work has appeared in The Flyfish Journal, The Drake, Fly Fisherman, and numerous other publications. Dylan joins us for…

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Episode 41 - ROB NEHER: Fly Fishing the Flats of Grand Bahama 54:29

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! Rob Neher is the founder and co-owner of East End Lodge – one of the most in-demand lodge operations in the entire Bahamas. In this episode of WAYPOINTS, host Jim Klug talks with Rob about the legendary fishing on Grand Bahama, the unique waters of the island’s eastern end, the history of bonefishing on Grand Baha…

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Episode 40 - RAUL CASTANEDA: Fly Fishing Scorpion Atoll: The Most Unique, Hard-To-Reach Destination in the Caribbean 47:26

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! Scorpion Atoll – located in the Caribbean Sea 70 miles off the northern coast of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula – is a desolate outcropping of flats and tiny islands surrounded by a notoriously treacherous reef. Also known as Arrecife Alacranes, legend has it that Scorpion Atoll received its ominous name from a group …

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Episode 39 - Top Travel Tips For Packing, Planning and Perfecting Your Destination Angling Trip: Insider Information for Traveling With Rods, Reels, Flies and More 1:25:59

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! This is the podcast episode that so many of our listeners have been asking for! Host Jim Klug and career guide and travel expert Alec Gerbec go deep on the subjects of what to bring on a destination adventure, HOW to pack, and how to travel problem-free with fishing equipment. We know that luggage regulations and …

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Episode 38 - KRISTEN MUSTAD: Reel Design, Technology, and Innovation for the Traveling Angler 1:13:07

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! Kristen Mustad is the founder and owner of Nautilus Reels, a Florida-based company that strives to make the “world’s best fly reel.” Fly reels are obviously an integral part of any angler’s kit, and they play an incredibly important role when it comes to success in destination angling – especially when chasing lar…

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Episode 37 - JESSE COLTEN: The Xcalak Episodes - Part Two of Two 59:00

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! The second episode of the two-part sit-down with the owner of XFlats Lodge, Jesse Colton. In part one, Jesse and Waypoints host Jim Klug discussed the southern Yucatan fisheries of Xcalak and Chetumal Bay, the challenges of owning a saltwater lodge, Jesse’s personal obsession with permit, and how to build a career…

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Episode 36 - JESSE COLTEN: The Xcalak Episodes - Part One of Two 48:56

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Send us a Text: Ask Us a Question! A sit-down with the owner of XFlats Lodge, Jesse Colton, to discuss the southern Yucatan fisheries of Xcalak and Chetumal Bay, the challenges of owning a saltwater lodge, his personal obsession with permit, and how to build a career in the fly fishing industry. If you’ve recently picked up a fishing magazine or ar…