Fishing Report Episodes

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another engaging East Tennessee Fishing Report with Ellis Ward. In this episode, Ellis shares his experiences from his recent trip to Northern Michigan, reminiscing about early fishing memories and enjoying the diverse fishery with his family. He discusses the unique fishing opportunities in the region, from smallmouth bass to musky, and the excitement of seeing large hex flies in action. Ellis also reflects on his time spent with his godfather,...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for an entertaining and informative "On the Water" segment with Dustin White. In this episode, Dustin shares a humorous mishap involving a tumble off his poling platform that led to an unexpected upgrade from his iPhone 13 to the latest model. As they chat, Dustin provides valuable insights into current fishing conditions and hatches, highlighting the excitement of the golden stonefly hatch on the North Platte River's Miracle Mile. Dustin discusses ...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another engaging Central PA Fishing Report with George Costa of TCO Fly Shop in State College. In this episode, George shares the latest updates on fishing conditions in Central Pennsylvania, highlighting the recent cool down and rain that have positively impacted the local streams. He discusses the current state of the big four streams—Spring Creek, Penns Creek Fishing Creek, and the Little Juniata—and provides valuable insights on the best times ...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another insightful Southwest Virginia Fishing Report with Matt Reilly. In this episode, Matt shares his experiences battling the summer heat and how it has impacted fishing conditions in Southwest Virginia. He discusses the dramatic shift from a wet spring to a hot, dry summer and the challenges it brings for anglers. Matt delves into the current state of the rivers, noting the low water levels and the need for longer casts and delicate presenta...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another engaging episode of Casting Angles with Mac Brown. In this episode, Mac shares his insights on fishing during the summer heat, emphasizing the benefits of targeting warmwater species like bass and bream when trout fishing conditions are less favorable. He discusses various techniques for line control and strike detection, which are essential skills that can be honed on stillwater and slow-moving waters during the warmer months. Mac also ...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another exciting episode of On the Salt with Captain David Blinken. David shares his experiences fishing off of Long Island, discussing the challenges posed by recent high winds and how it has kept him on the beach. He offers insights into the current fishing conditions and his expectations for targeting stripers in shallow water using crustacean patterns. David also answers a listener's question about his favorite topwater flies and the species...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another East Tennessee Fishing Report with Ellis Ward. Ellis shares updates on the current fishing conditions, highlighting the benefits of recent rains and the variety of dry fly fishing opportunities available. He discusses the thrill of sight fishing and the different approaches needed to successfully catch fish, from targeting specific bugs to adjusting casting techniques. Ellis also talks about the streamer bite, offering insights on the be...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another insightful Ruch Report with Brendan Ruch. Brendan shares his experiences and tips for fishing during the challenging heat waves in Central PA. He discusses the importance of fishing during the fringes of the day and how to adjust your casting techniques to avoid spooking fish in low, clear water conditions. Brendan answers listener questions, including tips for catching fall fish and strategies for targeting smallmouth bass when water le...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another engaging episode of On the Water with Dustin White. Dustin shares his experiences fishing in Wyoming's summer weather, discussing the pleasant conditions and the impact of breezy afternoons. He dives into the increasing popularity of carp fishing, noting how it's become a favorite for both seasoned anglers and those looking to prepare for saltwater trips. Dustin provides an update on the current fishing conditions on the Horn, the Reef and...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for the latest Central PA Fishing Report with George Costa from TCO Fly Shop in State College. George shares insights on the upcoming warm weather and its impact on fishing conditions. With temperatures forecasted to reach the nineties, George discusses the importance of monitoring water temperatures and the current state of fishing in the region. George highlights the end of the post-drake depression and the excellent topwater action with Isos, Cah...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for an insightful episode of On the Salt with Captain David Blinken. David shares his experiences as summer begins, discussing the challenges and opportunities of fishing in the warmer weather. They dive into the current state of the striped bass population in the bays, the impact of bait scarcity and the broader implications for the striped bass fishery. David provides valuable tips for locating fish in shallow waters, emphasizing the importance of u...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another engaging episode of Casting Angles with Mac Brown. Mac shares the excitement of his son's high school graduation and the family celebrations in Bryson City. Transitioning into summer, they discuss the end of the delayed harvest season in North Carolina and explore alternative fishing options. Mac offers valuable tips on targeting bream, smallmouth and catfish in farm ponds and rivers, highlighting the fun of catching catfish on dry flies. ...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for the latest Ruch Report with the man himself, Brendan Ruch. Brendan shares insights on early summer fishing conditions, including the excitement of fishing streamers in high water and transitioning to the topwater bite as water levels drop. Learn about the best techniques for targeting bass with topwater bugs, including the importance of shade lines and optimal depths for fishing. Brendan also answers listener questions, including a humorous inqu...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another informative East Tennessee Fishing Report with Ellis Ward. Ellis shares his latest adventures, from a memorable fishing trip in the Florida Keys to setting up his new workshop. Despite needing an oil change and some sleep, Ellis dives into the current fishing conditions in East Tennessee. He discusses recent trips, the excitement of catching large fish and the intricacies of fishing with streamers and dry flies. Ellis also provides valua...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another engaging episode of "On the Water" with Dustin White. Dustin shares his recent adventures, including a whirlwind trip for Memorial Day weekend and some exciting updates about his fly patterns being picked up by Montana Fly Company. Dive into the latest fishing conditions across Wyoming's renowned waters, from the Big Horn's mossy challenges to the sucker spawn on the Mile and the thriving PMDs on the Reef. Dustin offers valuable insights...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for an insightful "Central PA Fishing Report" with George Costa from TCO Fly Shop in State College. In this episode, George provides an update on the local fishing conditions, noting that the recent rains have subsided, leaving creeks in fantastic shape. With flows around average or slightly above, anglers can expect good color and optimal conditions on streams like Spring, Penns and Fishing Creek. As the guide season transitions into summer, George...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another engaging "Southwest Virginia Fishing Report" with Matt Reilly. In this episode, Matt shares his latest adventures, from chasing cicadas in East Tennessee and North Carolina to navigating the unpredictable waters of Southwest Virginia. Despite the hectic schedule, Matt remains upbeat, offering valuable insights into the current fishing conditions and what anglers can expect in the coming weeks. Matt delves into the periodic cicada emergen...

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly as he reconnects with Captain David Blinken for another insightful "On the Salt" segment. In this episode, David shares his recent experiences navigating the unpredictable weather on Long Island, which led to a canceled charter that could have gone ahead until the afternoon. Despite the hiccup, David dives into the early weeks of his guide season, which kicked off in early May, and discusses the impact of climate change on his fishing schedule. Davi...

Welcome back to another episode of The Articulate Fly with your host, Marvin Cash, featuring the insightful Mac Brown in our latest "Casting Angles" segment. This Memorial Day special kicks off with heartfelt gratitude to our veterans and active military members, honoring their sacrifices and highlighting the upcoming 80th anniversary celebration of the D-Day invasion in Bedford, Virginia. As Marvin and Mac dive into the essence of fly fishing, they tackle the unpredictable weather in the Mid...

Join host Marvin Cash and fly fishing guide Dustin White on The Articulate Fly for a fresh "On the Water" segment straight from the windswept waters of central Wyoming. Dustin returns from battling the elements, ready to share his insights on the evolving fishing conditions and what anglers can expect as they venture out post-Memorial Day. Amidst tales of gusty days and sporadic rain, Dustin reveals the persistence of baetis across various sections of the North Platte, the emergence of sallie...

Set your reels and ready your flies for another riveting East Tennessee Fishing Report on The Articulate Fly with host Marvin Cash and the seasoned guide, Ellis Ward. In this episode, the sulphur hatch takes center stage as these vibrant yellow bugs make their timely appearance, much to the delight of anglers and trout alike. Ellis gives us the lowdown on the South Holston and Watauga rivers, where the sulfur hatch is in full swing, providing ample opportunities for dry fly aficionados. With ...

Dive into the world of smallmouth bass fishing with host Marvin Cash as he introduces the inaugural Ruch Report on The Articulate Fly. In this episode, we're joined by smallmouth guide Brendan Ruch to get the latest scoop on river conditions and bass behavior post-spawn. Brendan shares his experiences from a rare day off the water, reflecting on recent weather patterns that have led to high water levels and their impact on fishing. He discusses the shift back to April-like conditions on small...

Join Marvin Cash and Mac Brown on The Articulate Fly for a new installment of Casting Angles, where they tackle the unpredictable nature of fly fishing. In this episode, they discuss the recent oddities in weather patterns and hatches, and how these changes affect fishing strategies. Mac shares his firsthand experience of a day on the water when the forecast failed to hold true, and rain persisted despite a 0% prediction. He dives into the adjustments he made on the fly, emphasizing the impor...

On the latest episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash is joined by George Costa from TCO Fly Shop in State College for a central PA fishing report that's as real-time as it gets. George, ever the optimist despite the soggy conditions, gives us the lowdown on the rising rivers and how the recent deluge is affecting local hatches and fishing prospects. With the Juniata and other waterways already swollen, George shares his insights on where to find fishable water and how to adapt techni...