Episodes

In this challenge episode, Joshua and Caleb discuss playing games with their kids. They talk about some of their favorite games to play with their kids and why they think games are such an excellent thing for time to spend with kids. They also dive into whether or not to let your kids win. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dadsonthefly/support

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview Wade Blevins and discuss: -Being a 4th generation fly fisherman -warm water fly fishing -tournament bass fishing -The Sam's One Bug story -The connection between father and son through fly fishing -using fly tying to share the gospel We loved this conversation with Wade. Check out Wade on Instagram: @samsonebug Mentioned in this episode: Rig Strips: https://www.rigstrips.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dadsonthefly/support

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb challenge themselves to consider how we participate in our kids' sports and activities. They discuss conversations they think we should and shouldn't have with our kids after a game or event. What is your best advice for participating in your kid's sports and activities? Let them know by emailing thedads@dadsonthefly.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dadsonthefly/support

In this interview Joshua and Caleb interview Jason Shemchuk of WadeOutThere. They discuss: -Jason's story of getting into fly fishing -Making fishing and family time a priority -"Fly fishing is special, but not elite" -The story of WadeOutThere -Fly fishing with kids - and so much more! Check Jason and Wadeoutthere out at: https://wadeoutthere.com/ Also mentioned in this episode: -Sly Fishing Outfitters: https://slyfishingoutfitters.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dad...

In the very first episode of its kind, Joshua and Caleb challenge themselves, and all you other dads out there, to think about the routines we have in our families. They discuss what works and doesn't work for them and ask for your insight as well. What routines work best for you and your family? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dadsonthefly/support

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb discuss some of their early and continuous mistakes as anglers and fathers. Things like: -going too fast on the water -getting too much gear that you never need -letting our anger get the best of us and so much more. Mentioned in this episode: -Pigeon River Outfitters: https://www.pigeonriveroutfittersnc.com/ -Sly Fishing Outfitters: https://slyfishingoutfitters.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dadsonthefly/support

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview David Jacobson of O'Pros Fly Fishing. David started a fly fishing gear company with his brothers in Wisconsin. In this episode, they discuss: -The 3rd handed rod holder -Moving from Hockey to Fly Fishing -Creating better fly fishing gear -Hockey stick landing nets -Working a business from your basement -Starting a small business with family -Being a new father -Balancing work, small business life, and being a new dad -Fly fishing for carp in W...

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview Andrew McNeece of Bluff Line Media. Andrew is the owner and lead creative at Bluff Line Media and an educator at Bentonville Schools. Since 2018, Andrew has produced many short films, including "Ozarks on the Fly Series," "The Art of Fly Fishing," and "A Cure for Cabin Fever." He and his team recently created "UNDAMMED: A Buffalo River Adventure," which celebrates America's First National River on the year of its 50th Anniversary. In this interview, An...

In this episode: - Building and designing a fly tying/recording studio - Smallmouth bass fishing on the fly - Doing all the research on how to catch a fish and still coming up broke - Asking for help with fishing/parenting Big shoutout to our friend Matt for getting us on the smallies. Check him out on Instagram: @wnc_on_the_fly Mentioned in this episode: -Pigeon River Outfitters: https://www.pigeonriveroutfittersnc.com/ -Anadromous Fly Company: https://www.aflyco.com/ -Sly Fishing Outf...

In this episode, after reviewing some recent fishing adventures, Joshua and Caleb review their first year as a podcast. They discuss: -recent fly fishing adventures and the traveling fly box -starting a podcast with no expectations -their favorite episodes -their favorite guests -the Dads on the Fly community -where Dads on the Fly is headed in the future -and more Mentioned in this episode: -Traveling Fly Box: -Cameron Booth: https://youtu.be/LoUO_8flPHY -Fish Hands Franky: https://y...

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb sit down with Jacob Rash of the NCWRC. Jacob is the Coldwater Research Coordinator for NC, meaning he spends most of his time thinking about and working with trout. We discuss: -Jake's story of becoming a trout biologist -the issues facing trout in NC -the immaculate native North Carolina brook trout -NC trout fishing regulations and the whys behind them -how better understanding trout has made Jake a better fisherman -how we can better protect trout in NC...

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview Jesse Males of Backwater Fly Fishing. They discuss: -Jesse's beginnings in the fly fishing industry, leaving the normal to embrace the unknown. -Living and starting a fly fishing guide service in Costa Rica -Raising sons in the Costa Rican Jungle -Starting an international guide service -Fly Tying and the mistakes beginners make -Creating award-winning fly fishing films -How faith has shaped Jesse's life and all of his adventures in the fly fish...

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb recap some of their most recent fly fishing adventures and interview some special people in their life. They discuss: -What really matters on a fishing trip. -Taking Foster (Joshua's 10-year-old son) on his first wading trip in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park -Adventures behind the vise -Taking their mom on he first fly fishing float trip -Battling mother nature and much more! Mentioned in this episode: Sly Fishing Outfitters: https://slyfishingo...

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb recap their recent family vacation with the entire Simmons clan. They discuss: -How they vacation a little different than most people. -Fly fishing right in the middle of a local park -Kids catching their first fish. -Fly fishing and tying adventures and much more! Mentioned in this episode: Pigeon River Outfitters: https://www.pigeonriveroutfittersnc.com/ Anadromous Fly Company: https://www.aflyco.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dadso...

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview Steve Haigh of the Destination Angler Podcast. They cover the following topics: - Starting a podcast. - Fishing with kids. - Getting started in fly fishing - Great stories of conversations with some of the greatest anglers around the world. - Connecting our faith with fly fishing. Check out Steve and his podcast wherever you get your podcasts or on his website at: -https://destinationangler.libsyn.com/ Also mentioned in this podcast, check out ...

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb sit down together to discuss the following: - reviewing some of their recent adventures in some of their favorite local streams (including seeing a hellbender) -Choosing the right fly. Our thought process behind it -Update on Joshua's adventures behind the vise and dealing with frustrations in fly tying -Upcoming summer vacations for the brothers and intentionally resting -Upcoming plans for the podcast Mentioned in this episode: -Dads on the Fly Instagra...

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview Cameron Booth of Tailwalkers Adventure Company. Cameron grew up loving fishing and then became a professional golfer. Through his travels in golf and chasing fish along the way, he grew to love angling as much as golf. When life threw him a curveball, and he was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer, he chose to fight and then found that the water has healing powers. He has now started his own fly fishing adventure company, which has taken off near Salt Lake C...

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview Jason Marquardt and JEB Hall of Davidson River Outfitters. Topics in this episode include: - Life at the fly shop -Chasing fish in blue linesF -Falling in love with Western NC fishing -Fly tying -Writing about fishing and much more. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dadsonthefly/support

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb talk about some of their recent adventures on the river. Included in this episode: -Participating in a river clean up with our kids -Fishing our home waters -Embracing the short trips -Joshua's Adventures Behind the Vice -Catching your first fish on a fly you tie -Chasing smallmouth bass...and failing -We're so blessed -How to teach our kids gratitude --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dadsonthefly/support

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview one of the owners of Trout Thirty, Justin Bruce. Trout Thirty is a trout fishing apparel company that started two years ago amid the pandemic. Justin tells his story of why they started Trout Thirty and how he plans to make the most of his time with his children outdoors. https://www.troutthirty.com/ Use discount code "flydads" at checkout. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dadsonthefly/support

Joshua and Caleb interview New York Times best-selling author David Coggins in this episode. Like Joshua and Caleb, David has developed an obsession with fly fishing and has written about it in several places, including his most recent book "The Optimist: A Case For The Fly Fishing Life." In this episode, David shares his fly fishing journey, why he chose to write about fishing, his writing process, and much more. The Optimist Book - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1982152508/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_AMZ...

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb discuss Joshua's recent completion of grad school and relate it to how they learn as anglers and fathers. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dadsonthefly/support

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview the owners of River Rat, the fly fishing raft company that Joshua and Caleb chose for their recent raft purchase. We discuss what it's been like to build and design a great fishing raft, how to take your kids fishing on a raft, and so much more. Check River Rat out online at https://riverratusa.com/ or on Instagram @riverratus. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dadsonthefly/support

In this week's episode, Joshua and Caleb recap their spring break week, spending time with their families. Caleb unpacks his family's camping trip. Joshua discusses several day trips with his kids. And the dads discuss what it means to be truly present with your kids. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dadsonthefly/support