The Articulate Fly

Mac Brown

Mac BrownProfile Photo

Guide | Casting Instructor | Author

Mac Brown is the owner of Mac Brown Fly Fish and Fly Fishing Guide School in Western NC. Mac created the first full-time fly fishing guide service in Western North Carolina. The first Delayed Harvest on the Upper Nantahala River in early 1993 was also a result of his efforts.

Mac Brown is the author of “Casting Angles” which is a fly casting handbook for those on the journey of understanding the mechanics of the cast. The ACA, FFI, and others have endorsed this text as a reference for instructors as well. Mac is a Master Casting Instructor through the Fly Fishers International.

May 17, 2024

S6, Ep 50: Beyond the Forecast: Mac Brown's Guide to Fishing in Fickl…

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 an...

Episode page
May 2, 2024

S6, Ep 44: Perfecting the Cast with Mac Brown's Masterclass Insights

Join host Marvin Cash as he explores the intricate world of advanced fly casting with the expertise of Mac Brown on The Articulate Fly. In this episode, Mac unpacks the mechanics of loops, the importance of movement coordinat...

Episode page
April 17, 2024

S6, Ep 39: Mac Brown's High Country Hideaways and Warm Water Wisdom

Learn to avoid the crowds with host Marvin Cash and the seasoned wisdom of Mac Brown in this enlightening episode of The Articulate Fly. As spring unfurls its greenery, Mac recounts his recent Appalachian Trail adventure with...

Episode page
April 7, 2024

S6, Ep 36: Mac Brown's Spring Hatch Hacks and Windy Day Tactics

Dive into the refreshing currents of early spring with host Marvin Cash and fly fishing virtuoso Mac Brown in the latest episode of The Articulate Fly. As the trees bud and the rivers swell, Mac shares his insights on the …

Episode page
March 20, 2024

S6, Ep 29: Casting Angles with Mac Brown

Join Marvin Cash and Mac Brown on a fresh episode of The Articulate Fly, where they navigate the unpredictable spring weather and its impact on angling strategies. Mac shares his recent experiences on the river, highlighting ...

Episode page
March 6, 2024

S6, Ep 24: Casting Angles with Mac Brown

Dive into the essence of a successful angler's mindset with host Marvin Cash and the insightful Mac Brown on this episode of The Articulate Fly. As spring teases with its early arrival, Marvin and Mac reflect on the challenge...

Episode page
Feb. 21, 2024

S6, Ep 19: Casting Angles with Mac Brown

Dive into a fresh episode of The Articulate Fly with host Marvin Cash as he joins forces with the insightful Mac Brown for another engaging session of Casting Angles. Mac, a fountain of fly fishing wisdom, shares his thoughts...

Episode page
Feb. 7, 2024

S6, Ep 13: Casting Angles with Mac Brown

Join Marvin Cash and casting virtuoso Mac Brown as they recount their experiences at bustling shows in Atlanta and Michigan. Mac shares a serendipitous tale from Atlanta, where constraint breeds creativity. Tasked with leadin...

Episode page
Jan. 25, 2024

S6, Ep 10: Casting Angles with Mac Brown

Dive into the dynamic world of fly fishing with host Marvin Cash and casting expert Mac Brown in this episode of The Articulate Fly. Fresh from their experiences at the Denver Fly Fishing Show, they unpack the buzz and excite...

Episode page
Jan. 10, 2024

S6, Ep 3: Casting Angles with Mac Brown

On this episode of Casting Angles, hosts Marvin Cash and expert fly fisher Mac Brown discuss how to use fly fishing shows to up your game on the water. Sign Up for Mac's Fundamentals of Casting All Things Social Media …

Episode page