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The Destination Angler Podcast

The Destination Angler Podcast

By: Steve Haigh: Angler and Podcaster
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Summary

 The Destination Angler podcast is THE podcast for anglers who travel. We go to the source, the local guides & experts, to build your knowledge of top fly fishing locations around North America.GuideShareAngler, LLC
Episodes
  • Fly Fishing Patagonia's Hidden Gem: Estancia Chochoy Mallin

    Fly Fishing Patagonia's Hidden Gem: Estancia Chochoy Mallin
    May 7 2026
    Episode 170 of the Destination Angler Fly Fishing Podcast – May 7, 2026 Few fly fishing destinations on the planet can match the raw beauty, solitude, and authentic culture of Northern Patagonia, Argentina — and in this episode of the Destination Angler Podcast, host Steve Haigh pulls back the curtain on one of its best-kept secrets. Steve sits down with Luciano Alba (Lucho), founder of Dream Waters Angling and operator of six world-class lodges across Argentina, and Fernando Beltran, head guide and agricultural engineer turned passionate Patagonian fishing ambassador, to share what made his seven days at Estancia Chochoy Mallin one of the greatest experiences of his adult life. In this episode: What makes Chochoy Mallín one of Patagonia's most unique fly fishing destinationsThe diversity of water across a region the size of the entire U.S. East CoastThe full experience: horseback riding, traditional asado & authentic Argentine hospitalityFernando's 30+ years of guiding wisdom on reading water and chasing big troutWhy this destination belongs on every traveling angler's bucket list With host Steve Haigh | Destination Angler Podcast — THE podcast for anglers who travel. Follow the show so you never miss a destination. Be the first to know about new episodes. Become a subscriber Contact Lucho: https://www.dreamwatersangling.com/ | booking@dreamwatersangling.com | Instagram @EstanciaChochoyMallin @lucioano_alba Contact Fernando: 54 9 3547 51-6877 Destination Angler Podcast: Website | YouTube | Instagram & Facebook @DestinationAnglerPodcast Please check out our Sponsors: Got Fishing Crafting world-class fly-fishing adventures specially designed to your level of experience and budget. Facebook @GotFishingAdventures Instagram @GotFishing High N Dry Fishing Where science and performance meet. Check out the full lineup of floatants, line dressings, and sighter waxes at www.highndryfishingproducts.com Facebook @highndryfishingproducts Instagram @highndryfishing Redd's Flies Premium flies, tied with purpose. Redd's is a family-run company built around premium, hand-tied flies that actually hold up and flat-out catch fish, delivered to your doorstep in days, not weeks. A portion of every order goes directly to organizations protecting trout habitat and restoring rivers. Use discount Code DESTINATION for a good deal on your next order Facebook @ReddsFlies Instagram @ReddsFlies TroutRoutes The #1 Mapping Resource for Trout Anglers. Podcast listeners can try one month of TroutRoutes PRO for FREE by clicking the link in the episode description. Explore 50,000 trout streams with TroutRoutes today. Get 1 Month Free Facebook @troutinsights Instagram @TroutRoutes Comments & Suggestions: host, Steve Haigh, email shaigh@DestinationAnglerPodcast.com Available on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Recorded Mar 19, 2026
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    1 hr and 25 mins
  • Into the Driftless Region with John van Vliet and Catherine Smith

    Into the Driftless Region with John van Vliet and Catherine Smith
    Apr 23 2026
    Episode 169 of the Destination Angler Fly Fishing Podcast – April 23, 2026 Our destination is the legendary spring creeks of the Driftless Area—where miles and miles clear cold water, aggressive trout, and an open to the public culture make this truly a one-of-a-kind destination. Author and expert fly anglers, John van Vliet and Catherine Smith break it all down—where to look, what to throw, when to go, and one unforgettable story from the Mount St. Helens eruption. With host Steve Haigh. Key Topics: Why the Driftless feels like a secret mountain fishery hiding in the Midwest Crystal-clear spring creeks—and trout that see everything you doThe art (and agony) of fooling ultra-picky fish on dry flies Stalking rising trout like a bowhunter, not a caster Hopper eats, ant falls, and those explosive summer takesA wild detour—the Mount St. Helens eruption story you didn't see comingHow 20-inch trout disappear into water you can step across Timing it right—when the river suddenly turns "on" Outsmarting crowds and finding your own waterEasy access, endless creeks, and the ultimate DIY road tripA comeback story—how these streams were brought back to life Be the first to know about new episodes. Become a subscriber Contact John and Catherine: https://www.troutrunpress.com/ | john@troutrunpress.com | Instagram @TroutRunPress Destination Angler Podcast: Website | YouTube | Instagram & Facebook @DestinationAnglerPodcast Please check out our Sponsors: TroutRoutes The #1 Mapping Resource for Trout Anglers. Podcast listeners can try one month of TroutRoutes PRO for FREE by clicking the link in the episode description. Explore 50,000 trout streams with TroutRoutes today. Get 1 Month Free Facebook @troutinsights Instagram @TroutRoutes Got Fishing Crafting world-class fly-fishing adventures specially designed to your level of experience and budget. Facebook @GotFishingAdventures Instagram @GotFishing High N Dry Fishing Where science and performance meet. Check out the full lineup of floatants, line dressings, and sighter waxes at www.highndryfishingproducts.com Facebook @highndryfishingproducts Instagram @highndryfishing Redd's Flies Premium flies, tied with purpose. Redd's is a family-run company built around premium, hand-tied flies that actually hold up and flat-out catch fish, delivered to your doorstep in days, not weeks. A portion of every order goes directly to organizations protecting trout habitat and restoring rivers. Use discount Code DESTINATION for a good deal on your next order Facebook @ReddsFlies Instagram @ReddsFlies Comments & Suggestions: host, Steve Haigh, email shaigh@DestinationAnglerPodcast.com Available on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Recorded Mar 19, 2026
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    1 hr and 24 mins
  • Yellowstone Country Fly Fishing with Craig Mathews, Part 2

    Yellowstone Country Fly Fishing with Craig Mathews, Part 2
    Apr 9 2026

    Episode 168 of the Destination Angler Fly Fishing Podcast – April 9, 2026

    In Part 2 of our two-part episode, our destination is Yellowstone Country with angling legend Craig Mathews. We dive into his new book, Pheasant Tail Simplicity, and why fewer flies might make you a better angler. Plus, winter tactics, the story behind the Sparkle Dun, and stories involving Keith Richards, Tom Broaw, Yvon Chouinard, and the origins of 1% for the Planet.

    This one just might just change the way you think about fly fishing. With host Steve Haigh.

    Be the first to know about new episodes. Become a subscriber

    Contact Craig: https://www.craigmathewsyellowstone.com/ Instagram: @CraigMatthewsYellowstone

    Craig's latest book: Pheasant Tail Simplicity | Instagram @patagoniabooks | @patagonia_flyfish

    Destination Angler Podcast:

    • Website | YouTube | Instagram & Facebook @DestinationAnglerPodcast

    Please check out our Sponsors:

    Redd's Flies

    Premium flies, tied with purpose. Redd's is a family-run company built around premium, hand-tied flies that actually hold up and flat-out catch fish, delivered to your doorstep in days, not weeks. A portion of every order goes directly to organizations protecting trout habitat and restoring rivers.

    Use discount Code DESTINATION for a good deal on your next order

    Facebook @ReddsFlies Instagram @ReddsFlies

    TroutRoutes

    The #1 Mapping Resource for Trout Anglers. Podcast listeners can try one month of TroutRoutes PRO for FREE by clicking the link in the episode description. Explore 50,000 trout streams with TroutRoutes today. Get 1 Month Free

    Facebook @troutinsights Instagram @TroutRoutes

    Got Fishing

    Crafting world-class fly-fishing adventures specially designed to your level of experience and budget.

    Facebook @GotFishingAdventures Instagram @GotFishing

    High N Dry Fishing

    Where science and performance meet. Check out the full lineup of floatants, line dressings, and sighter waxes at www.highndryfishingproducts.com

    Facebook @highndryfishingproducts Instagram @highndryfishing

    Comments & Suggestions: host, Steve Haigh, email shaigh@DestinationAnglerPodcast.com

    Available on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

    Recorded Mar 5, 2026
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    49 mins
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