If you fly fished on Christmas Island in the 80s, 90s, or early 2000s, there's a good chance you've heard the name "Moana". Moana is considered the patriarch of Christmas Island guides. Though he passed away in 2016, Moana has never been forgotten by those fortunate enough to have fished with him. We return to Christmas Island (CXI) to try to uncov…

Over the last 5 seasons, some amazing yarns have been spun in The February Room! We've decided to "Retie" a few of our favorites from the archives. During the Great Pandemic, Lauren enjoyed cutting it up with iconic fishing photographer Brian O'Keefe. Before O'Keefe became a household name throughout the world of adventure angling, he was a fishing…

Columbus, Hillary, Magellan...Goodhart. Though the latter may not appear in textbooks, when it comes to exploratory fly fishing, he is every bit the risk-taker as the other names on the list. Hammer (and rod) in hand, Dave Goodhart helped construct the first outposts on the legendary Ponoi in Russia, the taimen rivers in Mongolia, and the steelhead…

The hour was late in a one-star motel room in Idaho. Huddled around a wobbly table, the three of us stared into our half-empty beers. Our buddy Mike G., who had spent many years guiding and boating the wild rivers of the American Southwest, was prompted to share...“have you guys ever heard the legend of La Llorona”? This is one of the most terrifyi…

Brian Oakland had been battling a brutish permit for over an hour. Each time he managed to get the leader within an arm's reach of the guide, the fish turned away, peeling the gained line back out of the reel. At a sweltering stalemate in Ascension Bay, the deckhand seized the opportunity to catch some Z's. As the founder of Got Fishing, Oakland ha…

Lauren and Ashley arrived in the Florida Keys with little expectations and a boat-load of pent up angst. This was to be their first ever attempt at tarpon-on-the-fly. They had been warned of the challenges of pursuing the Silver King and few of their friends gave them much of a chance of actually landing on a tarpon on their initial foray. However,…

Throughout a lifetime spent in the fly fishing industry, Pete Vandergrift of Cheeky Fishing has adopted a set of rules to qualify the value of fishing memories. The parameters are pretty simple: go outside your comfort zone, overcome obstacles...and save the big one for your Dad! It's not always the biggest, baddest catch (though those don't hurt) …

If there is a "Cult of the Outdoors" in Western Montana, then John Perry is one of the ring leaders. The longtime guide, outfitter, lodge operator and fly creator is responsible for a generation of young, educated Missoulians pursuing river-life. Because, John knows how to make the most of the river miles. Perry's clients become kids again and exce…

We're back! Has it only been a year since our mysterious absence? The rumors have abounded that we were kidnapped by bottom trawlers or became a pickleball power couple, but truth is, we've just been busy with life...and a little fishing. While Lauren was working and holding down the fort, Justin used the respite to search for an Oregon dinosaur. L…

The big announcement is here! The Fly Guys Podcast is proud to be partnering and joining the Broad Street Hockey Radio Network! We will continue to bring you the same content we always have, that's not going away. And yes! The name Fly Guys Podcast is staying! Justin and Cameron are extremely grateful to Broad Street Hockey for this opportunity, bu…

Cutter Gauthier doesn't want to be a Philadelphia Flyer... so he won't be a Philadelphia Flyer... Now what?? Justin and Cameron discuss what is to come! Twitter Accounts: @FlyGuysPodcast @GoodhartJustin @CameronKline15 Got a burning question you want answered? Hit us up on our show's twitter and we will get to it in the next show!…

Justin and Cameron are joined by special guest Charlie O'Connor to discuss the recent struggles the Flyers have had as of late and what to expect moving forward. Charlie O'Connor is a Flyers beat writer for PHLY Sports and the co-host of the PHLY Flyers podcast. Twitter Accounts: @FlyGuysPodcast @GoodhartJustin @CameronKline15 Got a burning questio…

The Flyers lost a tough game in Nashville but the guys are still in good spirits with the culture of the team. Now, about those Eagles.... Twitter Accounts: @FlyGuysPodcast @GoodhartJustin @CameronKline15 Got a burning question you want answered? Hit us up on our show's twitter and we will get to it in the next show!…

It is the 4th birthday for the Fly Guys Podcast! Thank you to everyone who has been with us these last four years. We've laughed, we've cried (literally), and most of all we wouldn't rather be anywhere else than talking about the upstart Philadelphia Flyers! Twitter Accounts: @FlyGuysPodcast @GoodhartJustin @CameronKline15 Got a burning question yo…

The Eagles are 10-1 for the second straight season, the Dolphins are 8-3 for the second straight season! Cameron and Justin talk about what the heck is going on and the Flyers are playing FUN hockey... but is it winning hockey? Twitter Accounts: @FlyGuysPodcast @GoodhartJustin @CameronKline15 Got a burning question you want answered? Hit us up on o…

Seriously? Yeah, seriously. They're actually playing pretty well right now. You should check it out and we can start by breaking it down for you. Twitter Accounts: @FlyGuysPodcast @GoodhartJustin @CameronKline15 Got a burning question you want answered? Hit us up on our show's twitter and we will get to it in the next show!…

We are back to talk about the Birds, Phins and Flyers! We also recap Justin's adventure to Landover, Maryland and how Cameron is dealing with the Boston fans! Twitter Accounts: @FlyGuysPodcast @GoodhartJustin @CameronKline15 Got a burning question you want answered? Hit us up on our show's twitter and we will get to it in the next show!…

The guys are back after a failed DMV trip for Cameron and break down the current NFL landscape. The Phillies are looking hot at just the right time as Justin dives into the similarities between their current playoff run and last years Cinderella Story. The Flyers are back... are we excited? Twitter Accounts: @FlyGuysPodcast @GoodhartJustin @Cameron…

Pre-season hockey has started and Justin and Cameron are *unironically* excited for Flyers hockey. Plus, the Phillies have clinched and Justin breaks down their playoff outlook as the season closes out. Finally, Cameron details his trip to Foxborough and details his fears about the Denver Broncos (unaware of the historic victory the Dolphins were a…

Justin and Cameron preview week one in the NFL! The Chiefs fell on Thursday to the Lions, how will your teams fare this Sunday? Take a listen to get the duo's thoughts on the exciting start to football. Twitter Accounts: @FlyGuysPodcast @GoodhartJustin @CameronKline15 Got a burning question you want answered? Hit us up on our show's twitter and we …

While we wait with anticipation for the NFL regular season to begin, the guys are joined by friend of the show Seth Goodyear! Justin and Cameron talk about what to expect for the Flyers this season, Seth breaks down week 0 in CFB as well as what to expect from Penn State and finally the guys bring it all together to discuss Justin's final fantasy t…

Come relax with us! Justin's fantasy draft is here so Cameron helps him out while the two talk about their favorite sports moments! In a more relaxed episode of Fly Guys Podcast, the two also talk about their favorite sports moments. Twitter Accounts: @FlyGuysPodcast @GoodhartJustin @CameronKline15 Got a burning question you want answered? Hit us u…

ALL RISE! Team on Trial: 2019 Tampa Bay Lightning Charges: 1st Degree Choking Against an Inferior Opponent, Head Coaching Fraud, 3rd Degree Negligence of Utilizing Superior Talent, Causing Emotional Distress to the Fan Base Prosecution: Cameron Kline Defense: Justin Goodhart Judge: Seth Goodyear Twitter Accounts: @FlyGuysPodcast @GoodhartJustin @Ca…

We're back and in a football mood once again. Join Justin and Cameron as they rant and rave about the NFC! Where do you stand on the running back salary situation? Can Philadelphia win the NFC again? Does Justin forgive Jonathan Gannon for how things ended in Philly? Are the Minnesota Vikings seeing their window slam tight? Does San Fran have the b…

We're in a football mood today. Join Justin and Cameron as they rant and rave about the AFC! Where do you rank Josh Allen among the top tier NFL quarterbacks? Twitter Accounts: @FlyGuysPodcast @GoodhartJustin @CameronKline15 Got a burning question you want answered? Hit us up on our show's twitter and we will get to it in the next show!…

The Flyers have had a crazy start to their offseason, trades that we loved, a trade we hated but the ultimate prize was landing Russian phenom, Matvei Michkov in the 2023 NHL Draft! Justin and Cameron discuss that and more regarding the Flyers future! Twitter Accounts: @FlyGuysPodcast @GoodhartJustin @CameronKline15 Got a burning question you want …

ALL RISE! On this special episode of the Fly Guys Podcast, Justin Goodhart and Cameron Kline present an all new segment: Stanley's Court Each episode of Stanley's Court will focus on historically great NHL teams that failed to win the Stanley Cup. Each host will represent either the prosecution or defense as said team will be brought to trial to de…

To WATCH the whole story unfold, head to our YouTube Channel, @thefebruaryroom and enjoy our adventures with Mark Wackler of AK Fishology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Justin Karnopp

The boys are back! Cameron has completed his move to Massachusetts, Justin continues to rip his hair out over Phillies baseball and Daniel Briere has started his GM career with a bang. Twitter Accounts: @FlyGuysPodcast @GoodhartJustin @CameronKline15 Got a burning question you want answered? Hit us up on our show's twitter and we will get to it in …

In preparation for this interview, we clicked the link to "Mending the Line" on the laptop. A captivating series of events unfolded in the opening scene. Then we were transported to a fly shop in Montana. Instantly, the hook was buried and it required the patience of a spring creek angler to hit "pause"...this was one of those cinematic events bett…

We all know the risk of picking up hitchhikers, but we may be transporting nefarious passengers without even knowing it. Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) are non-native plants and animals that have the potential to due lasting harm to our watersheds. Fisheries across the country have been permanently damaged by these critters, several of which have b…

Battered, bruised, and begging for more, Lauren returns from her first roosterfishing adventure in Baja! The stoke level is atmospheric as she shares insight into the pre-trip preparations that made all the difference in organizing and executing a successful saltwater adventure with her friends. No Lauren story is complete without a bad accent and …

The Fly Guys Podcast is excited to have Steph Driver join the show for episode 135! Justin and Steph talk about the current state of Flyers hockey and just how unlikable the team was. We also talk about what the Flyers might be like under an entire new regime and whether or not the trio of Keith Jones, Danny Briere and John Tortorella will be the o…

We all know the old adage "If you want to get to know a guy, sit down over a Kinky Muddler"...we did just that with Tom Latourelle of Bespoke Bugs. A former custom furniture maker, Latourelle's background as a craftsman is evident in the design, shape, and movement of the flies that he creates for his clients. Tom was kind enough to invite us over …

In the premier of the TFR Video Series, we drop the kids at school, skip work, shirk household chores and set course for a local trout stream in hopes of extending the summer hopper season just one more day! Watch this on thefebruaryroom.com or subscribe to our YOUTUBE channel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Our first "vessel of freedom" was a used aluminum Willie boat dad bought off a guy in 1984. She served our family, friends, and clients for 30 years on adventures throughout the PNW. Between the gunnels, we tallied a catalog of euphoric experiences that spawned into lasting memories. However, the story of our old drift boat would've never been told…

The Sixers are set to sweep the Nets and move on to the *actual* playoffs, the Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild are beefing and no one seems to care and the Jets are butt fumbling the Aaron Rodgers trade. Twitter Accounts: @FlyGuysPodcast @GoodhartJustin @CameronKline15 Got a burning question you want answered? Hit us up on our show's twitter and we…

Brace yourself for inspiration!!! Meet Lydia and Lil D from Fly Girl Global, a worldwide network of young ladies united by their love of fly fishing. These angler-advocates advance the sport via international zoom meetings to tie flies, swap fishing stories, and organize efforts to clean up waterways across the globe. Thanks to Fly Girl Global, fly…

Cameron and Justin talk about the end of the Flyers season, giving out letter grades to certain players and coaches while also talking about the season award winners to be around the league. The two also briefly discuss the Sixers matchup with Brooklyn and end on a high note! Twitter Accounts: @FlyGuysPodcast @GoodhartJustin @CameronKline15 Got a b…

Come March, a gathering of Missoula-based fishing guides resembles a scene from "Night of the Living Dead". Montana winters can grind a guide down, but Jason Brininstool has managed to keep a smile on his face. Jason flees for the tropics to work as a PADI Scuba Instructor or hosts trip to far flung destinations like Cuba and Columbia. Jason's posi…

Justin and Cameron discuss a variety of sports topics in more of a casual fashion as the wait before the NBA Playoffs begins! Seriously though they can't give the MVP to Jokic over Embiid can they? Twitter Accounts: @FlyGuysPodcast @GoodhartJustin @CameronKline15 Got a burning question you want answered? Hit us up on our show's twitter and we will …

The problem with this podcast, like working at Baskin Robbins, is that we're constantly being introduced to new flavors of fly fishing that we yearn to sample. When we first heard of "The Crash", our smallmouth senses began to tingle and we went straight to the source for insight into a remarkable feeding frenzy that occurs on Wisconsin's namesake …

For many would-be female fly anglers, the pathway to the river is barricaded by dollar signs. The perception alone, that entry into fly fishing costs thousands in gear, inhibits many working moms, their children, and students from dipping into the budget to splurge on a new hobby. Enter Julia Mitchell and Temma Roby. These big-hearted friends found…

The boys discuss the roots of the Flyers beginning to grow, NFL free agency and all of its accompanying headaches and Justin receives some very troubling news. Twitter Accounts: @FlyGuysPodcast @GoodhartJustin @CameronKline15 Got a burning question you want answered? Hit us up on our show's twitter and we will get to it in the next show!…

Carson Briere is an idiot, the Dolphins are making moves, the Eagles are losing players, the Boston Bruins are unstoppable... or are they? That and more with Cameron and Justin behind the microphone! Twitter Accounts: @FlyGuysPodcast @GoodhartJustin @CameronKline15 Got a burning question you want answered? Hit us up on our show's twitter and we wil…

Welcome to the big show! Host, Lauren Karnopp sits with the Fly Fishing Film Tour crew, Cooper Nash and John Zynda, at the historical Wilma Theatre. The three discuss life on the road, fishing adventures, why you shouldn't put out a campfire with diesel, and the inspirational films that will most likely hit a theatre near you. Grab your popcorn, si…

After yet another hilarious bungling of his job is Chuck Fletcher's hot seat reaching lava like temperatures? Justin and Cameron go into detail at why you should still continue to watch the Philadelphia hockey team. Twitter Accounts: @FlyGuysPodcast @GoodhartJustin @CameronKline15 Got a burning question you want answered? Hit us up on our show's tw…

We grab a paddle and dig into the language and circumstances surrounding Senate Bill 497, which caused a bit of a riffle among the angling and public access crowd here in Montana. Co-captained by Jason Brininstool, fly fishing guide, David Brooks, Executive Director of Montana TU and Land Tawney, President of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, we’re …

Justin and Cameron are back IN STUDIO to discuss their lists of the most disappointing seasons in Flyers history. If we can't cry, we have to laugh. Is Eric Lindros a top-5 Flyer? Twitter Accounts: @FlyGuysPodcast @GoodhartJustin @CameronKline15 Got a burning question you want answered? Hit us up on our show's twitter and we will get to it in the n…

We're not being facetious when we say that sargassum is a serious threat to our shallow seas and could factor into your spring break plans. So what is it? Sargassum is a naturally occurring algae, a seaweed, that serves valuable ecological functions. But, over a decade ago, it began to show up in unnatural ways and the problem is getting worse. Thi…