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The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
Ross Izard
58 episodes
6 days ago
Not every guide deserves the title. In this season’s installment of Complaint Corner, Ross takes aim at a growing problem in fly fishing: guides who don’t really know the craft, don’t respect the resource, and treat the river like an amusement park ride instead of a living place that deserves care and humility. This episode isn’t about ego or gatekeeping—it’s about standards. About the difference between guiding and simply putting people on fish. About what happens when profit comes before st...
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Not every guide deserves the title. In this season’s installment of Complaint Corner, Ross takes aim at a growing problem in fly fishing: guides who don’t really know the craft, don’t respect the resource, and treat the river like an amusement park ride instead of a living place that deserves care and humility. This episode isn’t about ego or gatekeeping—it’s about standards. About the difference between guiding and simply putting people on fish. About what happens when profit comes before st...
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The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
Complaint Corner - Guide, Not God
Not every guide deserves the title. In this season’s installment of Complaint Corner, Ross takes aim at a growing problem in fly fishing: guides who don’t really know the craft, don’t respect the resource, and treat the river like an amusement park ride instead of a living place that deserves care and humility. This episode isn’t about ego or gatekeeping—it’s about standards. About the difference between guiding and simply putting people on fish. About what happens when profit comes before st...
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5 days ago
34 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
It's Knot that Complicated: The Only Knots You Need
Fly fishing doesn’t need a dozen different knots to be effective. In fact, most anglers can do everything they need on the water with just a small handful—if they actually know how and when to use them. In this episode, Ross breaks down the core knots every fly angler should have dialed, why these knots work, and where they fit into real-world backcountry fishing scenarios. This isn’t about memorizing an encyclopedia of knots—it’s about simplicity, confidence, and efficiency when it matters m...
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2 weeks ago
31 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
The Tough Days: Understanding and Salvaging Hard Days on the Water
Every angler knows the feeling—those days when the river goes quiet, the fish disappear, and nothing you do seems to change it. Slow days on the water can mess with your head if you let them, but they don’t have to break you. In this episode, Ross dives into the art of getting through the tough days: how to interpret what the river is telling you, how to manage the mental side of a slow bite, and how to stay productive even when the fishing isn’t. From reading conditions with clarity to shift...
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3 weeks ago
37 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
The Psychology of the Cold
The cold isn’t just a condition—it’s a mindset. When the temps drop and the rivers turn steel-gray, most anglers call it quits. But if you know how to prepare yourself mentally, winter becomes one of the most rewarding seasons of the year. This episode dives into the mental game behind fishing through the harshest months—how to stay focused, stay sharp, and stay out there when everyone else goes home. Available now on all major podcast platforms. ----- If you're enjoying the show, don't forge...
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1 month ago
43 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
Thanksgiving on the Water: Peace, Gratitude, and the Responsibility We Carry
Fly fishing gives us more than fish. It gives us quiet. It gives us space. It gives us a way to breathe in a world that never stops moving. And in this Thanksgiving episode, Ross reflects on the gratitude we owe to the waters that keep us steady, the wild places that make us feel alive, and the moments of peace that only a river can provide. This isn’t a gear episode or a tactics breakdown. It’s a meditation on what this sport means. Ross also explores the responsibility that comes with grati...
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1 month ago
28 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
The Fly-Tying Sermon - Why, What, When, and How You Should Tie Your Own Flies
There’s a moment every angler reaches when the flies in the shop just don’t cut it anymore. Maybe it’s a pattern that never quite works the way it should. Maybe it’s that tiny backcountry creek where trout eat everything except what’s commercially tied. Or maybe it’s just the urge to create something that’s yours. In this episode, Ross delivers a full fly-tying sermon—part philosophy, part instruction, and part hard-earned truth—on why you should be tying your own flies, what materials and to...
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1 month ago
47 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
All About Indies
It might not be glamorous, but it sure as hell catches fish. In this episode, Ross takes a deep dive into indicator nymphing—the most misunderstood, underrated, and effective technique in all of fly fishing. From foam to yarn to Air Locks and beyond, he breaks down the pros and cons of different indicator types, how to rig them, and when (and when not) to use them. This episode is packed with practical insights to make you more effective on the water—and maybe help you see “bobber fishing” in...
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1 month ago
52 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
Highways through the Last Frontier: Season 5 Kickoff
The wild doesn’t stay wild on its own. In this opening episode of Season 5, Ross returns from Mongolia—where he chased the legendary taimen on some of the most remote water on Earth—and reflects on what he found there. Among endless stretches of untouched country, a massive new highway project is cutting its way through the steppe, a reminder that even the most isolated landscapes are not beyond the reach of civilization. This episode sets the stage for the season ahead, exploring not just ba...
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2 months ago
20 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
More Politics and Closing Out Season 4
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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3 months ago
14 minutes

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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4 months 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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4 months 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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4 months 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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4 months 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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5 months 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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5 months 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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5 months 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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5 months 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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6 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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6 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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6 months ago
29 minutes

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast
Not every guide deserves the title. In this season’s installment of Complaint Corner, Ross takes aim at a growing problem in fly fishing: guides who don’t really know the craft, don’t respect the resource, and treat the river like an amusement park ride instead of a living place that deserves care and humility. This episode isn’t about ego or gatekeeping—it’s about standards. About the difference between guiding and simply putting people on fish. About what happens when profit comes before st...