

The New Fly Fisher is an entertaining, educational and informative Television & Online Video Series that serves anglers of all ability levels. The series showcases exciting fishing Destinations…the places where Trout, Bass, Pike, Salmon and other species thrive. Each unique episode taps into the stories and knowledge of guides and outfitters in Canada, the USA and around the world. You’ll learn about the amazing habits of different fish species and you’ll share in our tricks and tips for overcoming the frequent challenges you’ll face on the water
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A classic episode of The New Fly Fisher from 2002 focussed on urban fly fishing.
Classic video from 2001 shot on the famous waters of the Bow River. The late Gord Kennedy, owner of West Winds Fly Shop in Calgary, provides great instruction and information on using hoppers with droppers to catch big rainbow and brown trout. Lots of detailed info in this video.
Retro episode of The New Fly Fisher shot in upstate New York on the Ausable River in 2002. Joining host Colin McKeown is writer Robert Streeter, together they discuss tactics for dry fly Brown Trout.
In this retro episode from 2002, host Colin McKeown is joined by author Marla Blair to learn some dry fly techniques. Shot a the beautiful Awesome Lake.
Retro episode from 2003 that is all about nymphing strategies in the rivers of upstate New York. Great instruction and information for all fly fishers.
Great information, details and excitement in this full-length video. Host Colin McKeown joins expert steelhead angler Jeff Blood to learn some excellent nymphing techniques on a Pennsylvania stream running into Lake Erie.
In this highly educational episode from the past, host Colin McKeown joins noted authors Kelly Galloup and Bob Linsenman to learn effective techniques for using streamers to catch huge trout. They are the authors of the classic book: Modern Streamers for Trophy Trout. If you want to learn more about streamer fishing, then this is a "must watch" video!
Classic episode of The New Fly Fisher from 2003 shot at Awesome Lake Lodge in Labrador!
Another classic episode of The New Fly Fisher shot on the beautiful Miramichi River in New Brunswick. The year is 2003 and we learn about using bombers and bugs to catch Atlantic Salmon.
Retro episode of The New Fly Fisher shot in the Kenauk in Quebec, Canada. Fly fishing in small streams for rainbow trout.
Classic small stream episode of The New Fly Fisher shot near Orillia Ontario for Brook Trout. Enjoy and ensure to subscribe for more great videos.
Classic episode of The New Fly Fisher fly fishing for brook trout on the Nipigon River with guest Scott Smith.
Another great episode from season one of The New Fly Fisher, this time in New Brunswick on the Cains River. Lots of great info on atlantic salmon fly fishing! Ensure you subscribe to get every update and new video.
Great episode from 2002 shot on the famous Grand River near Fergus Ontario. Guest is Ian James a well-known and respected angler in the region.
Retro episode of The New Fly Fisher that is all about how communities can restore old quarries and stock them with fish for anglers.
Great older video discussing techniques for good nymph fishing results. No matter what species you fish for, this video is important to watch!
Great retro episode focussed on whitefish on a fly in Alberta.
Great instructional episode shot in Labrador in 2003. Enjoy this wonderful classic episode of The New Fly Fisher, make sure you subscribe to get all our latest updates!
Great episode shot near beautiful Fernie BC on rivers like the Wigwam and St Marys. A retro episode from 2002. Enjoy!
Bill Spicer travels to the Grey River in southern Newfoundland on the hunt for salmon on dry flies. He is the guest of Tony Tuck and Grey River Lodge.
Bill Spicer travels to Waterfalls Lodge in Algoma Country in Northern Ontario to fly fish for big smallmouth bass on a fly. Lots of great information and techniques discussed.
Great retro episode that goes into detail about Brook Trout, including their genetics.
Author and famous guide Ian James is our guest as we hunt for Freshwater Drum along the shorelines near Sarnia Ontario.
Classic episode from early 2000 period about the growth of Women's Fly Fishing Clubs across North America.
Classic episode of The New Fly Fisher shot in Arkansas. Host Ian James learns a great deal from renowned instructor Mel Kreiger about casting and fly fishing. Sadly, both these great anglers have passed and have been lost to the fly fishing community. They are missed. A very very special show about a great cause.
Host Bill Spicer travels to the mecca of fly fishing - Montana - to join legendary angler Bob Jacklin to try some small stream fishing. Lots of great techniques in this classic episode of The New Fly Fisher.
Host Bill Spicer heads out on a local trout river with guest Bill Christmas to discuss the essentials of fly fishing. Great retro episode that is the perfect for those learning to fly fish.
Host Colin McKeown travels to beautiful Alberta to fly fish on the legendary Bow River. He is the guest of Fish Tales Fly Shop and he learns how to use hopper & droppers to catch big trout. Great retro episode!
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A unique episode that focusses on birdwatching when we are on the water fly fishing.
Fantastic episode featuring Kelly Galloup and Bob Linsenman who discuss tactics for trout from their incredible book: Modern Streamers for Trophy Trout.
Author & Guide Ian James teaches us about fly fishing for trout during mid-summer low water conditions. Ian is fishing on the Grand River in southern Ontario with host Colin McKeown from The New Fly Fisher. Great techniques from Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout and Brook Trout.
Norm Bolen from The New Fly Fisher discusses bass on a fly. Both smallmouth and largemouth are targeted in the Bay of Quine area of southern Ontario. A great show for those trying to learn how to fly fish for the top gamefish in North America.
Classic episode of The New Fly Fisher shot in the majestic beauty of Labrador. Big brook trout are the targeted species!
Renowned angler Joe Humphreys travels to Labrador in search of big Brook Trout and shows us how to catch them using nymphing techniques.
Host Colin McKeown joins guide Ian James to hunt for freshwater drum and smallmouth bass on the Detroit River, Ontario side. Great retro episode from our early years.
We join the publisher & editor of The Canadian Fly Fisher magazine, Chris Marshall, to fly fish for Brook Trout on a small eastern Ontario stream. This stream is unique because 20 years earlier it was nothing more than a muddy and essentially lifeless body of water but thanks to the efforts of some concerned anglers, it is now a vibrant eco-system. An important show for those who want to start restoration projects in their area. A wonderful and compelling episode from season one of The New Fly Fisher.
Author Will Ryan discusses the importance of crayfish in the diet of Smallmouth Bass and how differing crayfish patterns are very effective. Rigging and presentation techniques are detailed in this educational show.
Fly-fishing on small streams can be an incredibly enjoyable experience for anyone who loves delicate presentations and spending quality time in nature. In this show we touch on many of the basics needed to successfully catch small stream Brook Trout. This video was originally made in 2001 but still provides lots of tactics, valuable information on holding waters and recommended fly patterns.
Bill Spicer travels to St Catherines to fish in the region for big bass. He fly fishes on the Niagara River John Valk from Grindstone Anglers. Bill learns about bass location, presentation options, patterns and much more
Bill Spicer travels to Pasha Lake to fly fish for walleye, northern pike and huge white fish
Bill Spicer fly fishes for Pink Salmon near Red Rock in Northern Ontario. Bill discusses presentation options, patterns and casts to use. A great show for anyone who wants to try pink salmon fishing
Bill Spicer is looking to catch big smallmouth on a budget, so he travels to beautiful Algoma Country in Northern Ontario. He hires a guide through McCauleys Motel/Misty Mountain Fly Shop
Bill Spicer is really excited about this fishing trip as he is in search of big brook trout! Bill goes to Northern Ontario to fish in the Nipigon River area. Home to huge pike, lake trout, steelhead and incredible brook trout
Colin McKeown visits Laurentian Lake Lodge near Elliot Lake in Northern Ontario. This beautiful drive-to facility boasts incredible fishing for brook trout, rainbow trout and northern pike. In this episode we focus on the pike and rainbow trout
Bill Spicer joins Mike from Flyfitters guide service in Huron County in southern Ontario. Together they are search for steelhead
Colin McKeown from The New Fly Fisher loves to fish for pike and bass on a fly rod. He travels to Northern Ontario to Fireside Lodge which is famous for pike, musky and smallmouth bass. Best of all, this is perfect waters for fly fishers
Giant Redfish of Louisiana
Bill Spicer goes to Red Rock region of Northern Ontario to fly fish for Pink Salmon. He stays at the beautiful Quebec Lodge which overlooks the majestic Nipigon River
Stillwater gurus Brian Chan and Phil Rowley team up to do a special episode focussed on urban fishing opportunities that exist throughout British Columbia
Host Bill Spicer travels to the wilds of Labrador in search of fresh run Atlantic Salmon. He is the guest of Mike Crosby and Hawke River Lodge
ill Spicer travels to the Grey River in southern Newfoundland on the hunt for salmon on dry flies. He is the guest of Tony Tuck and Grey River Lodge
Colin McKeown from The New Fly Fisher loves to catch big pike on a fly rod. In this episode he travels to the legendary Kesagami Lake to fly fish for monsters. The pike in this lake can grow quite large but even better, they are in relatively shallow water
ill Spicer travels to Waterfalls Lodge in Algoma Country in Northern Ontario to fly fish for big smallmouth bass on a fly
Bill Spicer from The New Fly Fisher travels to NW Ontario to fly fish for big Musky and Walleye. He is fishing on Lake of the Woods, staying at Crow Rock Lodge. Bill learns some interesting fly fishing techniques for catching the big Musky that inhabit the Lake of the Woods
The New Fly Fisher travel to beautiful Northern Ontario to Lodge 88 on Esnagi Lake. Lodge 88 is an upscale facility that features comfortable accommodations and exceptional food thanks to their chef. Best of all the fishing is incredible. Colin McKeown from The New Fly Fisher angles for big Northern Pike and strong fighting Brook Trout
In this very special episode Tom Rosenbauer and Phil Rowley join guide Dave Jensen to hunt for Brown Trout in small streams in Alberta. They discuss patterns, structure and techniques
Musky are considered by many to be the top warm water species to catch. But trying to do it with a fly rod and fly? That is the ultimate challenge. In this educational episode, host Colin McKeown travels to NW Ontario to Rowan Lake to cast flies for giant musky
Box of Chocolates Fly Fishing - Alberta
Colin McKeown from The New Fly Fisher travels to Mar Mac Lodge to fly fish for big Northern Pike and some nice Brook Trout. The Brookies are in a small local lake which also holds Lake Trout. Tackle, flylines, presentation options and more are all detailed in this great episode
Colin McKeown from The New Fly Fisher travels to Esnagmi Lake to fly fish for huge Northern Pike and river Brook Trout. Lodge owner Eric Lund who is a fly fisher, teaches Colin some great ways to fly fish for pike. Tackle, techniques and patterns are all discussed. A fantastic place to bring children who wish to fish
The New Fly Fisher travels to north eastern Ontario to angle for big Brook Trout and Northern Pike. This lodge is very accessible and very reasonably priced, a great place for budget-minded anglers. Brook Trout over six pounds can be caught here!
Phil Rowley travels to beautiful Montana to join instructor/guide Bob Jacklin to learn more about using terrestrial patterns to catch trout on streams and rivers
Host Tom Rosenbauer travels to Cape Cod to fly fish for striped bass in various conditions. Great instructional episode for learning the essentials of this type of fly fishing
Host Phil Rowley travels to Montana for some lake fishing for big Brown Trout. Staying at the famous Firehole Ranch, Phil is just in time for some good hatch action. In fact the act of the trout eating the flies on the surface of the Hebgen Lake is known as "gulping" and is quite an event. This episode even features some flytying by the guides!
In this special episode we travel to the wilds of Labrador to dry fly fish for massive Brook Trout! Host Bill Spicer discusses the techniques, patterns and presentation techniques needed to catch these beautiful fish
Bill Spicer travels to Labrador in this retro episode in search of giant brook trout and he finds them at Osprey Lake Lodge. Bill Spicer discusses the techniques, patterns and presentation techniques needed to catch these beautiful fish
In this episode of The New Fly Fisher we’re in Newfoundland on the Gander River catching Salmon. Lots of information on how to do this swinging wet flies and using bombers.
John Valk from Grindstone Angling takes Bill Spicer out for some drift boat fishing for smallmouth bass. Unfortunately the conditions are tough and fishing is lousy. However, John teaches Bill some techniques to help overcome the conditions
Tom Rosenbauer travels to the fabled waters of the Restigouche River in New Brunswick to fly fish for huge atlantic salmon on a fly. He will learn many new techniques for swinging a fly and teach us some trick to help catch more fish
Host Bill Spicer travels to the wilds of Labrador in search of fresh run Atlantic Salmon. He is the guest of Mike Crosby and Hawke River Lodge. Proper presentation techniques are discussed, how to work over a run and fly swinging options
We travel to the legendary Hunt River to cast for large Atlantic Salmon. Salmon that take large “bombers” on the surface. The action is explosive
Bill Spicer is looking to catch big smallmouth on a budget, so he travels to beautiful Algoma Country in Northern Ontario. He hires a guide through McCauley’s Motel/Misty Mountain Fly Shop which is located less than an hour from Sault Ste Marie
The New Fly Fisher travels to western Labrador in search of big Landlocked Salmon and football sized Brook Trout at McKenzie River Fly Fishing Lodge.
Bill Spicer travels to Sault Ste Marie in the Algoma Region of Northern Ontario to fly fish for Atlantic Salmon. Most anglers think that Atlantic Salmon can only be caught in eastern Canada but the reality is Atlantics run in the St. Marys river each year and can be caught with nymphs and streamers
Big Brook Trout at Minipi Lodge in the wilds of Labrador, Great technical episode where host Bill Spicer discusses techniques for catching these big trout on a fly.
Bill Spicer travels to beautiful Utah to fly fish on small creeks, stillwater ponds and even the famous Green River for various species of trout. He is the guest of Falcons Ledge Lodge, an Orvis Endorsed Lodge that is famous for the quality of the fishery and accommodations.
Bill Spicer visits Crooked Lake Wilderness Lodge located in Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Provincial Park to fly fish for big bass. This secluded lake and lodge is only hours from Toronto and the US border
In this episode of The New Fly Fisher we’re in Newfoundlands great Northern Peninsula catching Atlantic Salmon. This is best of affordable and accessible Atlantic Salmon fishing
Bill Spicer from The New Fly Fisher travels to Algoma Country to fly fish for Walleye. He is the guest of Errington’s Wilderness Lodge which is famous for it’s great fishery and accommodations
The New Fly Fisher travels to western Newfoundland to fly fish for atlantic salmon on a wet fly near Corner Brook. Where-Ya-Wanna-Bee Outfitters are the experts
Totomenai Lodge
Host Bill Spicer is in beautiful Labrador at Igloo Lake Lodge trying to catch BIG Brook Trout on dry flies
Bill Spicer is looking to catch some fall run steelhead. He joins popular guide Graham Bristow to fly fish on the Nottawasga River in southern Ontario
Host Tom Rosenbauer travels to beautiful British Columbia near Terrace to try his hand on the Skeena River for steelhead. Gil McKean is the expert guide who shows Tom how to use two-handed rods to catch fish
Tom Rosenbauer and Colin McKeown travel to beautiful Belize to fly fish for permit, bonefish and tarpon on a fly. They are the guests of El Pescador Lodge
Tom Rosenbauer and Colin McKeown travel to Rhode Island to fly fish for Striped Bass. They try both the saltwater marshes during the “cinder worm” hatch and also out in the surf
Bill Spicer discusses the importance of streamers for catching big fish. From trout to bass, streamers are a deadly pattern to use to find the biggest fish
We travel to beautiful Labrador to join the great folks at Riverkeep Lodge to fly fish for brook trout, landlocked salmon and more!
Bill Spicer from The New Fly Fisher travels to beautiful Algoma Country to take the train into the wilderness
We join renowned fly fisher Bob Jacklin in West Yellowstone Montana
Bill Spicer is leaving the dream going to Labrador to catch big brook trout on dry flies. He is the guest of Three Rivers Lodge in the western part of the Labrador wilderness
In this episode of The New Fly Fisher we’re in Newfoundland around the Serpentine River catching Atlantic Salmon
Host Bill Spicer travels to Park Lake Lodge in Labrador to fly fish for Brook Trout with dry flies
Host Bill Spicer travels to a special place in Labrador to fly fish for brook trout, landlocked salmon and lake trout
Host Bill Spicer travels to Northern Ontario to fly fish for northern pike with a fly. He is the guest of Pine Portage Lodge in Algoma Country
In Northwestern Ontario people love to fish for the large smallmouth bass that flourish throughout the region
In this episode of The New Fly Fisher host Colin McKeown travels to NW Ontario to fly fish for big smallmouth bass, northern pike and even musky
Host Bill Spicer travels to the popular fly-in fishing destination, Esnagami Wilderness Lodge, to fly fish for big Northern Pike on a fly
Host Colin McKeown is in Northern Ontario searching for Brook Trout on the fly. He is the guest of Bowman Island Charters which is located in the estuary of the Nipigon River where it runs into Lake Superior
In this special episode both Colin McKeown and Bill Spicer have travelled to the world famous Nipigon River in Northern Ontario to hunt for giant Brook Trout
Algoma has some of the best fishing in the north with easy access and affordable trips
In this episode of The New Fly Fisher we travel to Ontario’s beautiful NorthWest to Merkels Camp. This drive-to facility is on Wabigoon Lake which is famous for massive smallmouth, walleye, pike and musky
Colin McKeown and his friend Eric from Michigan have booked a cabin on Hastie Lake in Algoma Country. This cabin is operated by Lauzon Air Service and the lake is famous for the size and number of smallmouth and largemouth bass it holds
n this episode of The New Fly Fisher we’re in Labrador on Flowers River catching Atlantic Salmon. Great info on techniques for Atlantic Salmon
In this special episode, host Bill Spicer explores some of the most affordable Atlantic Salmon fishing there is in Newfoundland
In this episode we’re in Newfoundland at Tuckamore Lodge catching Atlantic Salmon. Special Guest Host Phil Rowley discusses techniques for catching salmon and also shows us all the great sights to see in this region of Newfoundland
In this episode of The New Fly Fisher we’re in Labrador on the Forteau and Pinware Rivers catching Atlantic Salmon
Bill Spicer from The New Fly Fisher travels to Western Newfoundland to join Ray Humber to search for fresh atlantic salmon
Kag Lake in Northern Ontario is famous for Giant Northern Pike. Best of all, they are usually in shallow water – perfect for fly fishers! Bill Spicer travels to this great location to catch some monsters on a fly
The St Marys River in Sault Ste Marie is famous for the number of fish that come up throughout the year
Bill Spicer travels to a fantastic drive-to lodge in NW Ontario called Fireside Lodge. The lodge is on the very productive waters of Vermillion Lake
The New Fly Fisher travels to the wilds of Labrador to visit Crooks Lake Lodge to fly fish for big Brook Trout
Host Bill Spicer travels to NE Ontario to fish the famous waters of Lake Kesagami. This watershed is known for the massive pike and walleye it possesses. Best of all, the fish are in shallow water
Host Rebekka Redd travels to northern Newfoundland in search of wild run Atlantic Salmon. She is the guest of Barb Genge and her staff at Tuckamore Lodge. This beautiful and cozy lodge is ideally located to allow anglers access to some great fishing but also sightseeing for whales and icebergs
Host Bill Spicer & Colin McKeown travel to Kaby Lake in Algoma Country to search for shallow water pike on a fly
The New Fly Fisher travels to Abaco Island in the Bahamas to join the great folks who run Black Fly Lodge. This unique facility is based in an area that is famous for large bonefish
Rowan Lake in NW Ontario is renowned for huge Musky and Colin McKeown from The New Fly Fisher is out to catch them on a fly. In this fascinating episode, we learn about fly patterns, presentation techniques and a bit about musky
In this special episode hosts Mark Melnyk and Bill Spicer travel to the Salmon River in Pulaski NY to join Project Healing Waters. They will be guiding veterans, many from nearby Fort Drum, and helping them learn how fly fishing can help them recover from their injuries. The targeted species is steelhead. Head guide Bob Shannon from The Fly Shop in Stowe Vermont teaches us about some new techniques
Fall River Smallmouth
In this special episode host Colin McKeown is looking to catch big musky on a fly. He travels to the French River and stays at Totem Point Lodge. His guide is Andy Pappas from Vicious Fishes Guide service. Andy teaches Colin a great deal about the musky and how to locate them based on time of the year
Rebekka Redd journeys to Northern Ontario and Algoma Country in search of big pike on a fly. She is the guest of Brace Lake Outfitters which have a fantastic lodge located on some of the best pike fishing in the region
Host Phil Rowley is in western Manitoba in October fly fishing for big trout. In this special episode he will discuss in detail the relationship between predators and prey/forage
n this weeks episode we travel to Rice Lake located a short distance from Toronto and not far from the US border. People come long distances to fish Rice Lake because of the exceptional panfishing (bluegill & crappie) plus the lake has exceptional smallmouth and largemouth bass angling opportunities
Ray Plourde travels to the famous Restigouche River to fly fish for large Atlantic Salmon. This river is know for producing giant fish. Ray is the guest of Glen Eden Lodge which is located on the banks of the Restigouche River in New Brunswick
Rebekka Redd from The New Fly Fisher travels to beautiful Labrador to try some atlantic salmon and brook trout fishing. She is the guest of Jim Burton and Igloo Lake Lodge.
Host Colin McKeown travels to the famous Sutton River for aggressive brook trout, then goes to Pym Island on the Attawapiskat River for giant pike. Best of all, this is all done surface flies!
Host Ray Plourde travels to the magical and beautiful highlands of Cape Breton to fly fish for Atlantic Salmon on the Margaree River
In this great episode on steelhead fly fishing, Jeff Blood teaches us about the importance of using emerald shiner patterns.
eff Blood, inventor of the deadly and famous Blood Dot fly, teaches us why he created it and also how to fish it on the rivers of the Great Lakes. Excellent instructional show for all anglers who want to use nymphing techniques to catch steelhead.
Many consider the St. Lewis River the best dry fly Atlantic Salmon river in Labrador. In this very special episode, host Colin McKeown is the guest of St. Lewis River Lodge and learns about this incredible fishery and what techniques are necessary for success
The St. Marys River located in Sault Ste Marie (the SOO) is quickly growing in popularity because of the easy access and affordability of the fishing. Bill Spicer discusses the different seasons of the river and the species you can expect to catch.
A great show on why you should take your children fishing.
Joe Humphrey teaches the essentials of nymph fly fishing. This full-length show was shot in Joe’s home region of Pennsylvania.
Host Bill Spicer travels to beautiful Colorado to fly fish for brown and rainbow trout in the Mountain Rivers and Lakes. He learns some new nymphing techniques from the guides that are invaluable information for any angler
In this special episode Bill Spicer is joined by a father and son team from Ohio who won a contest to fly fish at the famous Esnagami Lake in Northern Ontario. Bill teaches them techniques for catching big pike on a fly rod
Labrador is famous for big wild brook trout but at McKenzie River Lodge, they also have landlocked salmon, pike and lake trout. Bill Spicer learns about where fish hold in rivers, how to swing a fly to lies and what flylines to use for the conditions.
Host Mark Melnyk travels to NE Ontario to fly fish for big smallmouth bass on a fly. The conditions are tough as cold fronts and non-stop rain have really put the fish off the bite. But Mark uses some retrieve and presentation techniques to help save the day!
The Missouri River is a world famous tailwater fishery that runs through the heart of Montana. Host Colin McKeown is guided on this river in mid-April and learns a wide range of nymphing techniques and how to choose the right fly for the conditions from Head Hunters Fly Shop guides
Stillwater fly fishing guru Phil Rowley has stated that the lakes around the western part of Manitoba are some of the best trout fisheries in the world. In this episode he does an overview of the numerous lakes, details presentation and rigging options for the fall and also discusses flylines choices for getting flies down in the water column.
On the internet there is a famous husband and wife team who travel around the world revealing to millions of their followers the wonders of their adventures. Deb and Dave from Planet D, join host Bill Spicer to learn about fly fising at Timber Wolf Lodge in Northern Ontario
Rebekka Redd travels to western Labrador to cast dry flies for big feisty brook trout and learns some presentation techniques.
Kaby Lake in Algoma Country is famous for it’s walleye fishery but it also has a good northern pike population as well. Rebekka Redd travels to northern Ontario to join the good people at Watsons Lodge to fly fish for northern pike
Host Mark Melnyk is fairly new to atlantic salmon fishing and he has the pleasure of traveling to one of the best places in the world to catch them – Labrador! At Hawke River Lodge Mark is taught the essentials of wet fly presentation and how to carefully search a run for active fish
The North West Territories is one of the last true wilderness experiences and in this episode host Phil Rowley travels to Hearne Lake Lodge to cast flies for big lake trout, northern pike and arctic grayling. From streamer techniques to dry fly presentations, Phil covers a wide range of topics in this exciting show
Rebekka Redd travels to beautiful northern Ontario to fly fish for walleye, northern pike and smallmouth bass. Tough weather conditions present some unique challenges but Rebekka uses some proven retrieve and presentation techniques to help save the day
Catching spring steelhead that have just migrated up rivers is one of the top achievements for many anglers. In this episode Bill Spicer and Mark Melnyk join Ontario steelhead guide Graham Bristow to learn techniques for catching explosive spring steelhead
Host Colin McKeown joins guide Glen Hale to fly fish for big carp in the Bay of Quinte in Ontario. Stealth and long casts are key to success in this exciting and informative show
Pre-spawn smallmouth bass in cold water is the subject of this episode. We are in northern Ontario fly fishing in early May. This episode discusses techniques, fly patterns and flylines to use to catch these aggressive bass
In part 2 of this series, we return to the same area of northern Ontario to fly fish for smallmouth bass only now it is late September. The bass have moved off the shoreline into the middle of the lake to target smelt. Fly patterns, presentation techniques and much more are covered
Catching smallmouth bass on topwater flies is one of the best aspects of fly fishing. In this educational episode host Bill Spicer travels to Hawk Lake Lodge in NW Ontario to sample some of the outstanding bass fishing this drive-to lodge has to offe
Varying your tactics to match conditions and also bass type will help make you a better angler. In this special episode host Colin McKeown travels to Chaudiere Lodge on the French River in eastern Ontario to fly fish for both smallmouth bass and largemouth bass
Host Rebekka Redd travels to Algoma Country to the shores of Lake Huron. She is the guest of Brennan Harbour Resort and is hunting for trophy smallmouth bass on a fly
One great way to enjoy the wilderness is to go to a remote fly-in cabin. Sudbury Aviation has a number of remote outposts where a group of anglers can essentially have a lake all to themselves for a week. Host Mark Melnyk goes to one lake which has Brook Trout in it and tries this type of fishing experience a try
Pine Cliff Lodge
Host Bill Spicer takes a drift boat down the Saugeen River in southern Ontario casting for smallmouth bass. He is the guest of John Valk from Grindstone Outfitters. John teaches Bill numerous tips for catch smallmouth bass on a fly
Pike on Kag Lake
In this full-length episode Bill Spicer joins guide Jamie Lang to search out smallmouth bass on the shores of Lake Erie
Host Bill Spicer goes over some essentials of fly fishing for smallmouth bass on a fly
In this unique episode we examine a number of locations throughout Northern Ontario where anglers can catch Brook Trout. From the world record Brook Trout on the Nipigon River to discussing pattern and rigging options, this show covers it all!
Host Colin McKeown travels to a remote region of the Yukon in search of big lake trout, rainbow trout and grayling on a fly. He is accompanied by his nephew who is learning to fly fish and they are the guests of Dalton Trail Lodge
Jenna McKeown ventures to Northeastern Ontario to fly fish for big smallmouth bass on a fly. She is staying Auld Reekie Lodge which is nestled in a tranquil part of the province, in an area renowned for good fishing.
Bill Spicer is on the hunt for big bass and pike in this great show. He is in Northwestern Ontario at Cedar Island Lodge. While there, he hooks into a few “surprise” species he does not expect.
Ashtabula County in Ohio is blessed with a number of great rivers that have strong runs of steelhead. Host Bill Spicer fly fishes in the spring for these chrome rockets and learns about fly fishing techniques from Jeff Blood
Host Bill Spicer is in Mattawa, a small town in NE Ontario that is surrounded by many species. Bill has to deal with several cold fronts and teaches some good techniques for catching fish when dealing with poor weather conditions
Host Colin McKeown joins well-known guide Graham Bristow to fly fish for finicky brown trout on the upper Credit River. Graham teaches Colin some great nymphing techniques for catching these super-fussy fish
Host Bill Spicer is joined by contest winner Mike Nedza and his son to fly fish in Algoma Country. Mike has never caught a brook trout before and Bill helps him to catch his first on a fly. Great instruction provided at Mar Mac Lodge
Giant brook trout are a goal of many anglers. In this episode Mark Melnyk travels to Blue Fox Camp in northern Ontario to cast flies for brook trout that reach weights of ten pounds or more!
Bill Spicer loves to catch pike and bass on a fly. He has driven to Andersons Lake Lodge near Sioux Lookout in northern Ontario
Host Mark Melnyk travels to the jungles of the Amazon in search of unique species of fish… all caught on a fly rod!
In part two of our special series on Brazil, Mark Melnyk continues his journey of discovery in the wonders of the deep Amazon fly fishing for amazing fish
Host Bill Spicer is looking for exceptional fly fishing for atlantic salmon and has made the trip to Labrador to find them. He is at Big River Camp, a new lodge that has huge runs of atlantic salmon
Host Norm Bolen goes to NE Ontario in search of BIG smallmouth bass on poppers. Guest of Marten River Lodge, they take Norm to some incredible backwater lakes via ATVs to use topwater flies to catch massive bass
We travel to the mountains of Newfoundland in search of topwater salmon action. Host Colin McKeown is on the Main River using bombers and bugs to catch atlantic salmon in tough conditions
Mark Melnyk travels to Algoma Country to fly fish for large Northern Pike at Brace Lake Outfitters
For those looking for adventure, the rivers running into Nagagami Lake in northern Ontario are perfect. After canoeing and portaging, you can find some excellent wild brook trout fishing
Jenna McKeown travels with her father on the hunt for smallmouth bass and musky on the fly. They are in Haviland Bay on Lake Superior with guide Tyler Dunn and have some exciting fishing
Host Bill Spicer travels to New Hampshire looking for some dry fly action for trout. He is the guest of Cabins at Lopstick who take him on several float trips down local rivers
The Albany River in Ontario is famous as a fishery for pike and walleye.The feeder streams and rivers to this mighty system are full of wild brook trout. Mark takes us into the wild to find exceptional trout fishing on a fly.
Located in NW Ontario, Hawk Lake is famous for big smallmouth bass. Host Mark Melynk has gone up to this region to sample the great top water action that can be had.
Some anglers are looking for fishing locations where they can take their families or even just their spouse. Norfolk County is one of those place where you can do it all. Host Mark Melnyk travels to this region with his family to take it all in
Host Norm Bolen travels with friend John Flack to NE Ontario in search of topwater smallmouth bass. Air Ivanhoe has dozens of remote outposts to accommodate anglers and for Norm and his friend, this is the perfect getaway.
The Parklands region of Manitoba is becoming famous for huge trout in their local lakes. Trout of 25 to 30 inches are frequently caught by fly fishers. Host Phil Rowley travels to this area to teach us the techniques needed to catch trophy trout in the fall.
In part two of our series on the Parklands region, host Phil Rowley teaches us some special techniques for spring time trout. From biology to fly patterns choices, Phil covers it all in this fascinating show
The Nipigon River in Northern Ontario is home to the world record brook trout. Host Mark Melnyk travels to this special river for the 100th anniversary of this historic catch and learns more about the fishery, the patterns that were created here and much more
Host Bill Spicer travels to SE Ontario to swing a fly for big spring steelhead. He will teach us about casts, fly choices and how to deal with river conditions. Great primer show for anyone wanting to learn how to fly fish for Great Lakes steelhead
One of the best kept secrets in Northern Ontario is Lake Nipigon. This giant and ice-cold body of water has great populations of walleye, brook trout, and large pike! Host Bill Spicer travels to Onaman River Resort to sample some of the great June fly fishing for enormous pike on a fly
The spring time fly fishing for steelhead in and around Sault Ste Marie can be red hot. Host Bill Spicer joins Rod Trudel from On the Fly Fishing Company and learns about some of the little known steelhead runs that exist in the region
The Albany watershed which runs into James Bay in Northern Ontario is blessed with many wonderful rivers and streams which also hold good populations of wild Brook Trout. Host Mark Melnyk travels to Miminiska Lodge to explore many of these rivers and use top water flies to catch large brookies
Bill Spicer returns to Onaman River Resort to fly fish for coaster Brook Trout, which live around the islands of Lake Nipigon. Bill explains the structure they look for, flies needed and flylines used to help connect with these beautiful Brook Trout.
In southern Ontario the Grand River has become famous for the healthy population of Brown Trout that exists in and around the quaint town of Fergus. Bill Spicer joins the staff from Grand River Outfitting & Fly Shop to do some dry fly and nymph fishing. He learns a number of great techniques which pay off on the river.
In this very special episode, the winner of the Algoma That Real Contest joins host Bill Spicer to do some fly fishing for smallmouth bass. The winner, who is from North Carolina, experiences his first Northern Ontario fishing and teaches Bill a few great new techniques for catching bass on a fly!
In this fun and educational episode, host Bill Spicer travels to Waterfalls Lodge in Northern Ontario where he is joined by contest winner Anthony Hipps from North Carolina. Anthony won the Algoma That Real contest and was quite excited to sample the smallmouth bass fishing. Bill learned some great techniques for catching smallmouth bass from Anthony which worked really well.
Pete Kutzer from the Orvis Fly Fishing School teaches how to tie the Orvis Tippet Knot which is very useful for trout and bass fishing with dry flies.
Host Bill Spicer travels to NW Ontario to sample some of the great smallmouth bass fishing that exists in the region. He is the guest of Branch's Seine River Lodge which is both affordable and very accessible (drive-to location).
Great video featuring Pete Kutzer from the Orvis School of Fly Fishing focused on how to tie the Non-Slip Mono Knot.
In this very special episode host Bill Spicer travels to Canada's far north to the beautiful land known as Nunavut. He is the guest of Kasba Lake Lodge. Bill will be fly fishing with topwater flies for pike, arctic grayling and even lake trout! Imagine, lake trout on topwater flies!!! Great show, ensure you watch this one.
Pete Kutzer from the Orvis Fly Fishing School teaches us how to use the Tippet Wrap.
In this fantastic episode we travel to one of the top destinations in Ontario to fly fish for bass, Hawk Lake Lodge. Host Colin McKeown is joined by Orvis Fly Fishing School Instructor Pete Kutzer and together they enjoy some tranquility, fishing and fun in a beautiful setting.
In part two of this exciting episode shot in the far north of Canada in Nunavut, host Bill Spicer is guided to world-class fly fishing for Arctic Grayling and Northern Pike. A special show in a very special fishery, Kasba Lake Lodge in one of the most remote places in Canada.
Pete Kutzer shows us how to tie the slim beauty knot which is extremely useful for anglers to know.
Great video teaching us how to tie the Orvis knot which is ideal for dry fly fishing. Pete Kutzer from the Orvis Fly Fishing School is the instructor.
Here is an important connection to learn if you like to fly fish for toothy critters like pike, musky, blue fish, etc....easy to learn with this step-by-step video.
Bill Spicer is excited to fly fish for Brook Trout on the Mistianissini Lake at Osprey Lodge. Bill will fish the river currents and eddy for rising trout and learn some techniques for using streamers.
Pete Kutzer teaches us how to tie the Perfection Loop which is a very useful knot to know.
Nunavik is a wonderful region of Northern Quebec that possesses some of the last pristine wilderness in the world. Located in this special place is Rapid Lake Lodge which has access to incredible Brook Trout, Char and Lake Trout fishing. In this first episode of two, host Bill Spicer enjoys the great topwater action that can be had in the rivers and lakes near the lodge.
Bill Spicer travels to northern Ontario in Algoma Country in search of Brook Trout and Northern Pike on a fly. He is a guest of Brad Slagel who own DIY fly-in outposts known as 7 Lakes Wilderness Camps.
In this educational episode, stillwater guru Phil Rowley travels to Bullshead Reservoir outside of Medicine Hat to fly fish for rainbow trout. Phil discusses proper presentation techniques, food sources and much more!
Host Colin McKeown is on the hunt for giant Northern Pike in NW Ontario. He is the guest of Camp Narrows Lodge on Rainy Lake. Colin discusses tackle, techniques and even learns a trick for getting following pike to take!
Jenna and Colin McKeown fly fish for giant Northern Pike on one of the least known lakes in Ontario - Lake Nipigon. The massive body of water stays cold all season long and is home to big pike in relatively shallow water. This fishery also has giant walleye, lake trout and coaster brook trout! Come join us on this father and daughter fishing adventure!
Host Colin McKeown travels to beautiful Chilean Patagonia to dry fly fish on some of the most wondrous trout rivers and streams in the world. He is guided by Poncho Vilches who operates ChileTrout.com and is considered one of the top guides of this region. Great educational show that will help motivate you to travel to this awesome destination, a place you deserve to visit at least once in your life!
In one of our most popular episodes from 2017, Jenna McKeown travels to northern Manitoba to surface fish for giant Northern Pike on topwater flies. She is the guest of Ken Gangler and his family at Ganglers North Seal River Lodge. Incredible slow-motion video of pike destroying topwater flies of all types. This full-length show has all the action, the best of the best!
Great episode on smallmouth bass structure on Lauzon Lake in Northern Ontario. Colin & Jenna McKeown explore the lake and stay at Lake Lauzon Resort which is a great drive-to facility located just off the Trans-Canada Highway.