The New Fly Fisher

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!

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.

Dec 13, 2006

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

Dec 13, 2006

Bill Spicer travels to Pasha Lake to fly fish for walleye, northern pike and huge white fish

Dec 13, 2006

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

Jul 21, 2006

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

Dec 13, 2006

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

Dec 13, 2006

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

Dec 20, 2006

Bill Spicer joins Mike from Flyfitters guide service in Huron County in southern Ontario. Together they are search for steelhead

Dec 13, 2006

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

Dec 22, 2006

Giant Redfish of Louisiana

Dec 13, 2006

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

Dec 15, 2006

Stillwater gurus Brian Chan and Phil Rowley team up to do a special episode focussed on urban fishing opportunities that exist throughout British Columbia

Dec 1, 2006

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

Dec 27, 2006

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

Dec 13, 2006

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

Dec 21, 2006

ill Spicer travels to Waterfalls Lodge in Algoma Country in Northern Ontario to fly fish for big smallmouth bass on a fly

Dec 13, 2006

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

Oct 16, 2006

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

Dec 15, 2006

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

Dec 15, 2006

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

Dec 26, 2006

Box of Chocolates Fly Fishing - Alberta

Dec 13, 2006

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

Jul 20, 2006

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

Dec 13, 2006

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!

Dec 16, 2006

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

Dec 16, 2006

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

Dec 21, 2006

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!

Mar 1, 2008

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

Mar 8, 2008

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

Mar 15, 2008

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.

Mar 22, 2008

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

Mar 29, 2008

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

Apr 5, 2008

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

Apr 12, 2008

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

Apr 19, 2008

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

Apr 26, 2008

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.

May 3, 2008

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

May 10, 2008

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.

May 17, 2008

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.

May 24, 2008

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

May 31, 2008

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

Jun 7, 2008

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

Jun 14, 2008

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

Jun 21, 2008

Totomenai Lodge

Jun 28, 2008

Host Bill Spicer is in beautiful Labrador at Igloo Lake Lodge trying to catch BIG Brook Trout on dry flies

Jul 5, 2008

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

Jul 12, 2008

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

Jul 19, 2008

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

Jul 26, 2008

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

Aug 2, 2008

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

Aug 9, 2008

We travel to beautiful Labrador to join the great folks at Riverkeep Lodge to fly fish for brook trout, landlocked salmon and more!

Aug 16, 2008

Bill Spicer from The New Fly Fisher travels to beautiful Algoma Country to take the train into the wilderness

Aug 23, 2008

We join renowned fly fisher Bob Jacklin in West Yellowstone Montana

Mar 7, 2009

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

Mar 14, 2009

In this episode of The New Fly Fisher we’re in Newfoundland around the Serpentine River catching Atlantic Salmon

Mar 21, 2009

Host Bill Spicer travels to Park Lake Lodge in Labrador to fly fish for Brook Trout with dry flies

Mar 28, 2009

Host Bill Spicer travels to a special place in Labrador to fly fish for brook trout, landlocked salmon and lake trout

Apr 4, 2009

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

Apr 11, 2009

In Northwestern Ontario people love to fish for the large smallmouth bass that flourish throughout the region

Apr 18, 2009

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

Apr 25, 2009

Host Bill Spicer travels to the popular fly-in fishing destination, Esnagami Wilderness Lodge, to fly fish for big Northern Pike on a fly

May 2, 2009

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

May 9, 2009

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

May 16, 2009

Algoma has some of the best fishing in the north with easy access and affordable trips

May 23, 2009

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

May 30, 2009

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

Jun 6, 2009

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

Jun 13, 2009

In this special episode, host Bill Spicer explores some of the most affordable Atlantic Salmon fishing there is in Newfoundland

Jun 20, 2009

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

Jun 27, 2009

In this episode of The New Fly Fisher we’re in Labrador on the Forteau and Pinware Rivers catching Atlantic Salmon

Jul 4, 2009

Bill Spicer from The New Fly Fisher travels to Western Newfoundland to join Ray Humber to search for fresh atlantic salmon

Mar 6, 2010

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

Mar 13, 2010

The St Marys River in Sault Ste Marie is famous for the number of fish that come up throughout the year

Mar 20, 2010

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

Mar 27, 2010

The New Fly Fisher travels to the wilds of Labrador to visit Crooks Lake Lodge to fly fish for big Brook Trout

Apr 3, 2010

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

Apr 10, 2010

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

Apr 17, 2010

Host Bill Spicer & Colin McKeown travel to Kaby Lake in Algoma Country to search for shallow water pike on a fly

Apr 24, 2010

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

May 1, 2010

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

May 8, 2010

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

May 15, 2010

Fall River Smallmouth

May 22, 2010

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

May 29, 2010

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

Jun 5, 2010

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

Jun 12, 2010

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

Jun 19, 2010

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

Jun 26, 2010

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.

Jul 3, 2010

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!

Jul 10, 2010

Host Ray Plourde travels to the magical and beautiful highlands of Cape Breton to fly fish for Atlantic Salmon on the Margaree River

Jul 17, 2010

In this great episode on steelhead fly fishing, Jeff Blood teaches us about the importance of using emerald shiner patterns.

Jul 24, 2010

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.

Jul 31, 2010

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

Aug 7, 2010

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.

Aug 14, 2010

A great show on why you should take your children fishing.

Aug 21, 2010

Joe Humphrey teaches the essentials of nymph fly fishing. This full-length show was shot in Joe’s home region of Pennsylvania.

Mar 5, 2011

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

Mar 12, 2011

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

Mar 19, 2011

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.

Mar 26, 2011

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!

Apr 2, 2011

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

Apr 9, 2011

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.

Apr 16, 2011

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

Apr 23, 2011

Rebekka Redd travels to western Labrador to cast dry flies for big feisty brook trout and learns some presentation techniques.

Apr 30, 2011

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

May 7, 2011

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

May 14, 2011

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

May 21, 2011

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

May 28, 2011

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

Jun 4, 2011

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

Jun 11, 2011

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

Jun 18, 2011

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

Jun 25, 2011

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

Jul 2, 2011

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

Jul 9, 2011

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

Jul 16, 2011

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

Jul 23, 2011

Pine Cliff Lodge

Jul 30, 2011

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

Aug 6, 2011

Pike on Kag Lake

Aug 13, 2011

In this full-length episode Bill Spicer joins guide Jamie Lang to search out smallmouth bass on the shores of Lake Erie

Aug 20, 2011

Host Bill Spicer goes over some essentials of fly fishing for smallmouth bass on a fly

Aug 27, 2011

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!

Mar 3, 2012

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

Mar 10, 2012

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.

Mar 17, 2012

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.

Mar 24, 2012

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

Mar 31, 2012

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

Apr 7, 2012

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

Apr 14, 2012

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

Apr 21, 2012

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!

Apr 28, 2012

Bill Spicer loves to catch pike and bass on a fly. He has driven to Andersons Lake Lodge near Sioux Lookout in northern Ontario

May 5, 2012

Host Mark Melnyk travels to the jungles of the Amazon in search of unique species of fish… all caught on a fly rod!

May 12, 2012

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

May 19, 2012

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

May 26, 2012

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

Jun 2, 2012

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

Jun 9, 2012

Mark Melnyk travels to Algoma Country to fly fish for large Northern Pike at Brace Lake Outfitters

Jun 16, 2012

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

Jun 23, 2012

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

Jun 30, 2012

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

Jul 7, 2012

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.

Jul 14, 2012

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.

Jul 21, 2012

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

Jul 28, 2012

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.

Aug 4, 2012

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.

Aug 11, 2012

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

Aug 18, 2012

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

Aug 25, 2012

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

Mar 9, 2013

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

Mar 16, 2013

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

Mar 23, 2013

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

Mar 30, 2013

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.

Apr 6, 2013

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.

Apr 13, 2013

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.

In this special video we are visiting a little known region of Northern Ontario that has outstanding smallmouth bass fishing with lots of public access. We also discuss the use of different fly lines to explore the water column, from top to bottom, and to help you catch more smallmouth bass and other species. We are at Birchland Cottages which is a drive-to location which has exceptional fishing and yet is affordable and accessible!