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The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast

The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast

By: Ross Izard
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Tired of overcrowded water? In love with catching wild fish in wild places? Addicted to exploration? Awed by the rugged beauty of nature? Then this is the podcast for you.

We aim to build a library that covers everything related to fly fishing in the backcountry--tactics, flies, gear, survival skills, hiking, weather, outdoor hazards, navigation, camping, ecology, and much more.

Whether you're a hardcore backcountry fly fisher or a newbie interested in getting out there, we've got something for you. Come join us in the pursuit of trout and solitude.

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  • Packing for Self-Reliance - Staying Safe and Prepared in the Backcountry

    Packing for Self-Reliance - Staying Safe and Prepared in the Backcountry
    Jul 4 2025

    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 the woods or on a mountaintop, no matter how rough the terrain.

    You can check out the full gear checklist here.

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    Have questions or suggestions for the podcast? Email Ross at backcountryflyfishingpodcast@gmail.com

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    52 mins
  • Why We Go - Ghosts, Growth, and Grace

    Why We Go - Ghosts, Growth, and Grace
    Jun 27 2025

    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.

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    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 questions or suggestions for the podcast? Email Ross at backcountryflyfishingpodcast@gmail.com

    Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backcountry_flyfishing_podcast/

    Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568210175639
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    30 mins
  • SPECIAL - Don't Let Congress Sell Our Public Lands

    SPECIAL - Don't Let Congress Sell Our Public Lands
    Jun 23 2025

    Well, it happened. DC politics have collided with our time in the woods, and that means we've gotta talk about it (even if we'd rather not).

    In this special--and urgent--episode, Ross talks about a provision in the U.S. Senate GOP's budget reconciliation bill that would mandate the sale of millions of acres of federal land--the same land we use to hike, camp, and fly fish.

    You can read more about the proposal and find a map of the lands potentially up for sale from The Wilderness Society here.

    This bill is moving quickly. Now is the time to speak up for the places you love. If you'd like to contact your congresspeople, you can do so through the digital advocacy campaigns below or by looking them up yourself here.

    This is our national identity, our heritage. Don't sit this one out.

    Trout Unlimited Campaign

    Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Campaign

    The Wilderness Society Campaign
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    22 mins

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