Scotty and Jako Talk Fly Fishing Film Production, Targeting Exotic Species, Adventure Travel, and More! Raised in South Africa, Jako Lucas began fishing South Africa’s fresh and saltwater destinations at the age of four. He represented his country in various competitions throughout his youth before starting his career as a full-time guide in 2006. Along the way Jako expanded his horizons to include photography and film work, establishing his own action film production company, Captain Jack Productions. Jako’s guide resume includes years of working in Mongolia, Norway, and all throu ..read more

Scotty and Dave Talk the Progression of Fly Tying, Fly Tyer of the Year, Shark Fly Fishing, and More! Dave Klausmeyer has been the editor in chief of Fly Tyer magazine since 1994. He has written numerous books and articles about fly tying, including The Orvis Guide to Beginning Fly Tying, and now does blogs and webcasts about them as well. His tying techniques are well known among fly tyers. Learn More About Dave Klausmeyer Fly Tyer Magazine Instagram: @flytyermag Facebook: @flytyermagazine Easy Ways To Keep Up With The Flymen Fishing Co. Show Please Subscribe On Apple ..read more

Scotty and John Talk Guided Destination Travel, Fishing Remote Waters, Waterfowl Hunting, and More! John Smolko is a world renowned fly fishing guide, waterfowl hunting guide, and photographer. A lifelong outdoorsman, John has over two decades experience out in a wide array of outdoor pursuits. From climbing Mt. Rainier to offshore sailing passages to motocross, he truly has done it all. After obtaining a B.S. in Industrial Engineering from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, John decided the desk life wasn't right for him and committed to pursuing a career in the o ..read more

Craw Flies Are a Must-have for All Fly Anglers Chasing Everything From Bass to Trout Rasmus Kristensson has taken this craw fly pattern to the next level by building it on a Game Changer platform. Coupling Articulated Fish-Spines with a Fish-Skull Shrimp & Cray Tail gives this craw fly pattern ultra-realistic lifelike movement in the water. Follow Rasmus Kristensson on Instagram: @rasmuskristensson Fly Recipe Hook Section Hook: Kona Universal Strong Streamer (USS) hook, size #1 Mouth: Fish-Skull Faux Bucktail Eyes: DIY Shrimp and Craw Eyes (see how this is done in our ..read more

Scotty and Bret Talk Becoming a Fly Fishing Guide, Night Fly Fishing, Touring With a Band, and More! Bret Oeltjenbruns is a fly fishing guide and instructor for Bob Mitchell’s Fly Shop in St. Paul, Minnesota.  Bret guides predominantly in the Minnesota and Wisconsin areas for trout and smallmouth bass, but has had guiding adventures in the Black Hills of South Dakota. He regularly volunteers for Trout Unlimited’s Trout In The Classroom program for kids. When not guiding, Bret manages a team that builds bicycle wheels, plays in a band, and most of all loves fly fishing with his ..read more

For Some, Fishing Is a Game of Luck. For Others, It’s About Strategy, Probability and Tactical Execution of a Well-Laid Plan. “The Ties that Bind” explores the connection between Blane Chocklett and Larry Dahlberg — two masters of a highly cerebral approach to angling. Countless hours on the water have taught these two the importance of innovation, persistence and the multi-generational inheritance of passion and knowledge. This is the story of Larry and Blane’s unique bond, as well as the one they share with the future generation inheriting their craft. After all, some bonds are thicker ..read more

Scotty and Daniel Talk Sea-Run Brown Trout, Tube Flies, Salmon Fishing Adventures, and More! Daniel Holm is the founder of Nordic Anglers in Denmark, is a popular fly fishing and fly tying YouTuber, and is well-known for his passion (and talent) for catching big pike on the fly. Nordic Anglers' motto is "By Anglers, For Anglers." Their vision is to deliver the ultimate assortment of fly tying materials and high quality fishing gear. Therefore, Nordic Anglers' range consists of the products they use themselves and can vouch for. Learn More About Daniel Holm and Nordic Anglers ..read more

Scotty and Brian Talk Designing the Ideal Fly Tying Room, Wild Rainbow Trout, Recovering Fisheries, and More! Brian Wise made a name for himself in the fly fishing world as a guide in extreme southern Missouri and through his popular fly tying YouTube channel, Fly Fishing the Ozarks. Brian has been featured in print such as Southern Living Magazine, Outdoor Life, Fly Fisherman, Field and Stream, Rural Missouri Magazine, on television shows such as NBC’s Today Show, Outdoor Channel’s Ultimate Outdoors, and Outdoor Channel Outfitters. You can watch Brian's fly tying studio tour vide ..read more

Blane Chocklett is one of the most innovative anglers and fly tyers in fly fishing today, well known for developing the Game Changer fly platform. Want to learn some tying and fishing tips and tricks from Blane himself? Join Blane as he hosts 3 live online classes on January 22nd with The Articulate Fly, including 2 fly tying classes with materials provided. You can view all the events here. Fly Line Selection for Optimum Performance – Jan. 22 12:00 PM EST Join Blane as he discusses pairing fly lines and flies to optimize performance and minimize casting fatigue. Register Here Learn to Tie th ..read more

Scotty and Schultzy Talk Midwestern Smallies, Great Lakes Fishing, Hockey, and More! Mike Schultz (known as “Schultzy” to most) is the owner of Schultz Outfitters Fly Shop & Guide Service specializing in Southeastern Michigan angling, instruction, and destination travel. Born and raised in the great state of Michigan, Schultzy has been immersed in the outdoors. After graduating from Eastern Michigan University with a Bachelor of Business Administration, he started guiding and working in the fly fishing industry full time. Logging countless hours on the water each year, Sch ..read more