Anchored With April Vokey Podcast

John Shewey is the author of “Spey Flies and Dee Flies” and “Classic Steelhead Flies”.  John has dedicated his life to the pursuit of steelhead and their history. In this episode of Anchored, I meet with John in Oregon to learn more about the history of steelhead flies and the true definition of a Spey fly. This episode is sponsored by Peak Fishing.   Buy John's Books: Spey Flies and Dee Flies, Classic Steelhead Flies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jerry has been immersed in the fly fishing industry for most of his life.  Jerry is the author of the only book written about fly-fishing the Great Lakes themselves. In this episode of Anchored, Jerry explains his favourite species and methodologies for each of the Great Lakes, plus he helps to break down the confusion that goes hand in hand with fishing such an enormous system. Buy Jerry's Books: Fly Fishing the Inland Oceans: An Angler's Guide to Finding and Catching Fish in the Great Lakes  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Hazel has played an important role in the development of Spey fishing in the Pacific Northwest. John began guiding thirty-seven years ago and has been a key player on the Deschutes river where he and his wife, Amy, live, guide and run a fly shop. In this episode of Anchored, I meet with John to see if he’ll publicly share some of his opinions and insight.   This episode is sponsored by Hatch Outdoors. Buy John's DVD: Advanced Spey Casting with John and Amy Hazel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kerry Burkheimer might have the most contagious laugh I’ve ever heard. If his laugh doesn’t win you over, his custom fly rods certainly will. It’s undeniable that Kerry makes some of the most beautiful casting rods in the world.  In this episode of Anchored, I meet up with Kerry at his factory in Washougal, WA to see if he’ll open up about his aspirations, company and past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ken Morrish is the man behind the highly successful booking agency, Fly Water Travel. He’s also a photographer, writer, angler and designer of countless mainstream flies. You’ve likely seen his photos or fished his flies without knowing he’s the artist behind them. In this episode of Anchored, I meet with Ken to learn how he got his start in the industry, his take on today's booking agents and his conservation efforts. This episode is sponsored by Peak Fishing.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ninety-two year old Frank Moore is a fly-fishing legend. World War II veteran, long-time North Umpqua fishing guide, lodge owner, conservationist, devoted husband, father, friend… there are few people who meet Frank without leaving as a better person.  In this episode of Anchored we discuss Frank's incredible life story.   This episode is sponsored by Thump Coffee.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amy Hazel is someone you won't forget. Guide, instructor, fly shop owner and an all-round force to be reckoned with, she's the sort of woman who works hard and fishes even harder. Amy is a committed business owner, a woman who fights for her beliefs, and a comedian in her own right. I've loved her since the very first day we met seven years ago at a trade show in California.  I met with Amy in Maupin, Oregon to hear more about where she came from and where's she’s planning on going. This episode is sponsored by Hatch Reels. Buy Amy's DVD: Advanced Spey Casting with John and Amy Hazel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Osburn is the founder and executive director of the Three Rivers Sportsman’s Alliance. The TRSA is an all-volunteer political action committee whose sole purpose is to support and promote their “more fish for all” policy by way of hatcheries.  In this episode of Anchored, I meet with Greg at his office in Oregon to try and learn more about his viewpoint and operation.   This episode is sponsored by Fly Fusion Magazine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jim Teeny knows his way around the fishing industry. From his famous Teeny lines and nymphs, to his books and DVD’s, Jim has branded himself in a way that very few people have successfully done in the fly fishing industry. In this episode of Anchored, I meet with Jim at his home in Gresham, Oregon to get the low-down on his industry struggles, his experiences abroad and his plans to bring his brand back to the forefront. This episode is sponsored by Thump Coffee. Buy Jim's Books and DVD's: Catching More Steelhead, Fly Fishing Great Waters  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

George Cook is one of the most well-known steelhead and salmon anglers in the Pacific northwest—he’s also a sales rep for Sage and RIO, as well as the inventor of the Alaskabou fly series. In this episode of Anchored I meet up with George at his home in Auburn, Washington, to talk about fishing in Alaska, the origin of the Popsicle fly and George’s definition of fly fishing. This episode is sponsored by Wooldridge Boats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott Baker McGarva has been described as an encyclopaedia of knowledge by his British Columbian peers. Sales rep, guide, instructor and fly shop veteran, he knows something about everything when it comes to fishing. I met up with Scott in Vancouver to learn more about his life and steelhead fishing.  In this episode of Anchored we talk about the fly line revolution, swinging fly techniques and the time of year when steelhead have "egg on the brain”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rod Harrison carries some serious clout in the sport-fishing world. As a guide and mentor to some of the most notable anglers in the fly-fishing industry, Rod has had an undeniable impact on the sport.  In this episode of Anchored we discuss Niugini black bass, being a marlin junky, gamefish tactics and more. Buy Rod's Book: Braid & Gelspun Superlines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Peter Hayes is a world fly casting champion and a highly regarded fly casting instructor. A longtime guide and lodge owner, he is fully immersed in the industry and has few qualms about speaking his truth.  In this episode of Anchored Peter and I discuss philosophy, getting burnt out and what it takes to win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Simon Gawesworth is originally from England. He came to America for RIO Products, where he eventually became the company’s marketing manager. Simon is the face behind RIO’s Modern Spey Casting DVD, the author of two successful spey casting books, and a world-class instructor renowned for his proficient teaching style and casting ability. In this episode of Anchored we discuss his upbringing, fly lines, and fly casting. Buy Simon's Books: Single-Handed Spey Casting, Spey Casting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg French has written six books, including the first accurate and comprehensive Tasmanian guide book in existence. Now he's focusing his extensive knowledge about fish biology and hatcheries into a book about Yellowstone National Park.  In this episode of Anchored, Greg and I discuss tourism, advocacy, writing and stalking fish. Buy Greg's Books: Frog Call,The Last Wild Trout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Few people have had as big of an impact on the fishing industry as Christer Sjöberg. Christer founded Loop Tackle in 1979 and, while that's what he’s best known for, he is also the owner of Solid Adventures, which owns several successful fishing lodges around the world. In this episode of Anchored, I meet with Christer at his lodge in Argentina to hear the story behind the man who has so much to tell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carl McNeil is a man who loves to break industry norms. From his custom line of beautifully-crafted fiberglass rods to his ground-breaking films, Carl manages to cause quite a stir from a tiny village at the bottom of New Zealand’s South Island. In this episode of Anchored, Carl and I talk about fly casting, trout fishing and quality fishing rods. Buy Carl's DVD: Casts That Catch Fish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave McCoy wears many fishing hats: guide, photographer, retailer, Patagonia ambassador… he knows his way around the fly fishing industry. Dave is one of those people who isn’t afraid to speak his mind—especially about his beliefs. I was curious to hear more about Dave's involvement in a recent “keep-em-wet” campaign, as well as his stance on hatchery steelhead in the Pacific Northwest. In this episode of Anchored, Dave and I talk about the industry, Washington’s future and the importance of wild steelhead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Juan Del Carmen is the technical director for the Spanish and English fly fishing teams. A certified casting instructor and well-traveled angler, he’s a wealth of knowledge. In this episode of Anchored we discuss competitive angling, goal setting, philosophy and fly fishing in Spain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mention Peter Morse to just about any fly fisher in Australia and you’ll immediately have their attention. Peter was one of the first people to pioneer fly-fishing there, and he shows no signs of slowing down. Peter is the author of three books and is a certified Master caster, television personality and well traveled angler.  In this episode of Anchored, Peter opens up about his upbringing, his views on shark conservation, Australia’s fishing industry and the television show that had an undeniable impact on the land down under. Buy Peter’s Book and DVD's: A Few Great Flies and How to Fish Them, Wildfish with Peter Morse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices