Anchored With April Vokey Podcast

Joe Brooks has always been somewhat of a mythical figure to me, so when I had the opportunity to sit down with his great nephew to talk about a documentary they were making about him, I jumped at the chance. In this episode of Anchored, we discuss Joe’s life leading up to his career as an angler, and we breakdown his timeline from start to finish — I hope you enjoy this special sneak peak into Joe’s life.  This episode is made possible by Lost River Outpost.   Buy Joe's Books: Trout Fishing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Per Arneberg splits his year between Norway and the USA. A passionate and longtime angler & entrepreneur, Per oversees the management and operations of the Norwegian Flyfishers Club. In this episode of Anchored, Per and I discuss the club and fishing in Norway.http://nfc-online.com/ This episode is brought to you by Rio Products Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Felix Borenstein owns and operates Owen River Lodge on New Zealand’s south island. In this episode of Anchored, I sit down with him to hear more about his journey from IT professional to lodge extraordinaire. This episode is brought to you by the Appalachian Mountain Club.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tommy Aarkvisla is a world champion Spey caster. Hailing from Norway, Tommy kindly made time to sit with me during 2017’s Spey-O-Rama. In this episode of Anchored we discuss competition casting and Tommy’s entrance into the Spey world.  This episode is sponsored by RIO Products Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Juliet Cohen is the executive director for the Chattahoochee Riverkeeper. Chattahoochee Riverkeeper is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting and preserving the Chattahoochee River and its tributaries for the people, fish and wildlife that depend upon them. In this episode of Anchored, I meet with Juliet to talk about the river and its current situation. This episode is brought to you by www.fishbrain.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Bachmann owns “The Fly Fishing Shop”, one of the most famous fly shops on the west-coast. He opened the store in Welches Oregon in 1981 and has going strong since. In this episode of Anchored, I meet with Mark at his shop to talk about entrepreneurship and what it takes to be an industry leader. This episode is brought to you by RIO Products Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Miles Nolte is a guide, writer and the fly-fishing editor at Gray’s Sporting Journal. I’ve been a fan of Miles since reading his book "The Alaska Chronicles" and I was eager to hear more about how he came to be the writer he is today. In this episode of Anchored, I meet with Miles in New Zealand to discuss writing, guiding and fly-fishing films. This episode is brought to you by Line and Sight Buy Miles' Book: The Alaska Chronicles: An Unwashed View of Life, Work, and Fly Fishing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lacey Kelly is a Floridian hunting and fishing guide. I was excited to learn more about her upbringing and how she became the skilled outdoors woman she is today. This episode is brought to you by Hatch Outdoors.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carter Andrews is a jack of all trades. He's well-versed with fly and conventional gear, plus he’s been a guide, lodge owner, television host and world angler. In this episode of Anchored, Carter and I discuss fishing in Panama and more.  This episode is brought to you by Yeti.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff Mishler is the producer of the popular Skagit Master series. In this episode of Anchored, I meet with Jeff at his home in Oregon to hear his story and learn more about Skagit Master’s behind the scenes. This episode is brought to you by RIO Products Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Devan Van Der Merwe is the manager of Alphonse Fishing Company, where he plays an important role in the atoll’s development. Devan heads up 26 professional guides, captains & deckhands, and runs a fleet of 48 vessels in logistically challenging environments.  This episode of Anchored is sponsored by Line and Sight Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom Pero is the man behind Wild River Press, a publishing house that has produced some of the best fishing books of our time. Tom is an avid steelhead angler who lives in Washington State. In this episode of Anchored, Tom and I discuss the print world and the struggles publishers face. This episode is brought to you by www.hmhvises.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fanny Krieger is an extraordinary woman. On a trip to California, I met with Fanny at her San Fransisco home to see if I could learn more about her. I knew she was the widow of famed fly-fisherman Mel Krieger, but I had no idea just how heart-wrenching the rest of her story is.  This episode is brought to you by CanvasPop Buy Fanny's Books: Tomorrow's Fly Fishers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1977, Larry Solomon wrote “The Caddis and the Angler”, the first book ever specifically written about caddis flies and how to fish them. In this episode of Anchored, I meet with Larry at his home in New York to engage in a lesson about entomology. This episode is brought to you by CanvasPop Buy Larry's Book: The Caddis and the Angler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Russell Chatham is a world-renowned artist best known for his water colour paintings. An avid fly-fisher and hunter, it was inevitable that Russell would end up spending a major chunk of his life in Montana, where he fell in love with the outdoors. In this episode of Anchored, I meet with Russ in San Fransisco where we discuss his past, fame and some hard truths about his life behind closed doors. This episode is brought to you by CanvasPop Buy Russell's Books: Silent Seasons: Twenty-One Fishing Stories, Dark waters: Essays, Stories, and Articles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bill Bakke is a proud Oregonian who’s been involved in fish conservation for over 40 years. Bill is a writer, an active voice in the media and the founder of the Native Fish Society, a regional organization focused on the protection and restoration of native fish in the northwestern United States. In this episode of Anchored, Bill and I discuss the Native Fish Society and its struggles. This episode is brought to you by Farlex Reels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Corley Kenna is the senior director for communications at Patagonia. I met with Corley in California to see if I could learn more about the definition of public land, national monuments and parks. In this episode of Anchored, Corley elaborates on the Bear’s Ears national monument, Patagonia’s current campaigns and how we can help to make a difference. This episode is brought to you by www.canvaspop.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donald Trump Jr. needs no introduction. This June I had the opportunity to meet Donald in New York City to find out more about his upbringing, passion for the outdoors and his stance on public land (albeit brief). Political conversation was off the table but my curiosity was not, so I headed up the gold Trump Tower elevator to see what I might learn about him. This episode is brought to you by www.lineandsight.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Allen’s name is synonymous with the Kispiox Valley. Known for their long-standing history with one of BC’s most special steelhead fisheries, they’re just as well-known for their angling prowess, conservation efforts and matter-of-fact approach.  In this episode of Anchored, I sit down with Gene Allen at Bear Claw Lodge to learn about his upbringing, bucking horses and the Kispiox river. This episode is brought to you by RIO Products Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Aaron Adams is the director of science and conservation for the Bonefish and Tarpon Trust. In this episode of Anchored, I meet with Dr. Adams in Florida to discuss migrations and patterns of bonefish, permit and tarpon. This episode is brought to you by Trident Fly Fishing Buy Aaron's Books: Fly Fisherman's Guide to Saltwater Prey: How to Match Coastal Prey Fish & Invertebrates with the Fly Patterns That Imitate Them, Orvis Guide to Fly Fishing for Coastal Gamefish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices