![]() Today, we catch up with Brian and get an update on what he's been up to since then.Ġ5:16 - Brian talks about fishing opportunities at the Skeena Spey Lodge.ġ0:06 - Brian paints a picture of what to expect when planning a trip to the Skeena River Spey Lodge. Skeena Steelhead Show Notes with Brian NiskaĠ1:00 - We're back at it, and we're giving away a trip to Brian's lodge.Ġ3:20 - In episode 370, we talked about the Skeena River Spey Lodge with Brian Niska. Brian really got nerdy today, and we loved it! So grab your gear because we're going deep into the weeds today with Brian. He describes why he fishes the shallow water close to the bank, plus he gives us tips on how to do it. Brian paints the picture of what you can expect if you're putting out a trip together to the Skeena Spey Lodge. Presented By: Angler's Coffee, Yellowstone Teton, Trxstle, Bearvaultīrian Niska is back on the show to take us into Skeena steelhead fishing. We had April on the podcast way back in 2018 at WFS 30. She's been with TUC for 20 years.Ĥ6:00 - She noted Sporkful Podcast which she listens to a lot. He's done so much amazing work and taught many people about stream restoration.Ĥ2:00 - Lesley majored in Conservation Biology in Edmonton, Alberta where she got really interested in conservation.Ĥ2:45 - The Executive Director of TUC, Silvia D'Amelio is a Biologist too. Phil's got his own segment on our podcast called, The Littoral Zone.ģ3:15 - We talk about Cows & Fish, how this organization came to be, and its mission.ģ6:30 - She noted Jack Imhof who was the National Biologist/Director of Conservation in Canada for 10 years. Lesley talks about the other ways to get involved.Ģ2:30 - Lesley is the Conservation Director at TU Canada.ģ1:28 - We talk about Phil Rowley being the former Marketing and Communications Director of TU Canada. They've rescued over a million fish now.ġ8:50 - We talk about the difference between the Athabasca Rainbow trout versus a regular Rainbow trout.ġ9:45 - You can donate or volunteer for their program. They just celebrated their 50 years anniversary.ġ2:50 - We talk about Urban and Sediment runoff that pollutes the river systems and ultimately, the fish.ġ5:20 - They have a project that rescues fish in the irrigation canals. This episode also mentions other notable conservationists and organizations who've done amazing work in stream restoration and conservation as a whole.Ġ4:00 - Lesley is a part of the Calgary Women Fly Fishers Club.Ġ4:50 - We talk about Trout Unlimited Canada. Lesley also talks about the Athabasca Rainbow Trout and the ways you can get involved in TU Canada's conservation efforts. She discusses issues like urban and sediment runoff that pollute river systems and how TU Canada has a project to rescue fish in irrigation canals, having already rescued over a million fish. Lesley Peterson, Conservation Director of Trout Unlimited Canada, talks about her involvement with the Calgary Women Fly Fishers Club and Trout Unlimited Canada, which recently celebrated its 50th anniversary. Presented By: BearVault, Drifthook Fly Fishing, Waters West He says that the low-stretched shooting lines are the best for hooking and landing a fish.Ģ7:57 - He encourages listeners to check their video on how to choose a sink tip.Ģ8:55 - I ask him about the story behind the T tips.ģ0:26 - We dig into the RIO Skagit Mow Tips.ģ8:03 - He compares the Skagit vs Scandi on casting.Ĥ2:41 - He tells about the biggest struggle that he has observed among people learning to cast.Ĥ5:33 - I ask him if he is interested in doing casting competitions.Ĥ7:29 - He shares his love for traveling. He mentions their 550gr and the 575gr Skagit lines and RIO Scandi.ġ9:50 - I ask about running lines. For steelhead, he recommends a 7wt or an 8wt.ġ6:50 - He recommends what fly lines to use for a 12 or 13 ft 8wt rod. You can access their videos here.ġ5:40 - We dig into rods. He transitioned from Brand Manager in RIO to Education and Engagement Manager for Far Bank.Ĥ:54 - He describes the trips and programs they conduct at Far Bank.ħ:59 - He talks a bit about that time he'd been in Skeena Spey Lodge.ĩ:00 - He differentiates a fishing school from a clinic.ġ0:42 - He tells more about the Skeena Spey Lodge.ġ1:53 - We talk about their transition to online video education.ġ2:58 - Just last year, they released the second season of their education series. ![]() RIO Products, Skagit, and Scandi Show Notes with Simon Gawesworthģ:46 - Simon tells us what has been keeping him busy. We also dig into his new role at Far Bank. We find out what Simon's schools look like and we get a rundown of what event you'll find Simon this year. We're going to discover which spey line and tip you need for trout and steelhead this year. Simon Gawesworth is back on the podcast to drop some spey knowledge bombs all day long.
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