Fin & Fire's Podcast with Jeff Mishler

Episode 33 | Shared passions can produce great outcomes.  In this episode of Fin and Fire with Jeff Mishler I sit with Kate and Justin Crump in their lodge on the Oregon Coast and dive into their story.  I discover what makes their recipe a success and what the future holds for The Lodge at 58 North and their Oregon programs. 

 

Episode 32 | Sage Fly Rods are known as a high design, high line speed, high technology product. In this episode of Fin and Fire with Jeff Mishler I sit with Peter Knox, an engineer and fly rod designer for Sage and dive into the essence of a fly rod.  We also visit his journey to this point in life and learn that a local kid with a passion can realize his dream.

Episode 31 | For the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, protecting everything related to healthy elk populations involves so much more than focusing on just the regal bull elk. In this episode of Fin And Fire With Jeff Mishler, I chat with Mark Holyoak, Communication Director for the RMEF at their headquarters in Missoula, Montana about the successes of the organization and why it is so effective at maintaining a huge membership.  I also ask questions related to a previous podcast with ODFW about controlled hunts and where the RMEF finds common ground with government agencies.

Episode 30 | Launching a top-of-the-line fly fishing apparel brand into a market known for quality products is the kind of challenge Kevin Sloan has faced for decades. As a founder of the brands Sitka and MeatEater, Kevin has unique insights and experiences from his successful past and presents a vision for his new venture, Skwala Fishing. In this episode of Fin and Fire With Jeff Mishler I sit with Kevin in Bozeman Montana and go deep into the design and branding of a quality product.

Episode 29 | In this episode of Fin and Fire with Jeff Mishler I dive into the challenges of water management in the State of Oregon and discover that it boils down to the relationships between the landowners and the state agencies. In Oregon, Spencer works at the epicenter of these relationships.  He's also a prolific hunter/angler and we trade stories about our pursuits of the elusive Blacktail bucks of western Oregon.

Episode 28 | A solid work ethic produces results.  Jeff Hickman is an example of this.  From humble beginnings to his role today as a father, husband, lodge owner, outfitter, property owner and conservationist, Jeff's story is an inspiration for anyone considering a life or career immersed in the world of fly fishing.

Episode 27 | Big Game hunting seasons often change but when they go from an over the counter tag to a controlled hunt, the hunting public is often left with many questions. In this episode of Fin and Fire With Jeff Mishler I sit down with Justin Dior from ODFW, Game Department and ask some tough questions about why my favorite units to hunt elk have moved to a controlled hunt and whether or not those management changes make a difference. In the process, I learn that if I took more advantage of the application process, my overall hunting experience would most likely improve.

Episode 26 | After 30 years of sharing rivers and life experiences, Guido and I sit down for a deeper discussion focused on his evolution as an angler and the commitment he made to saving wild salmon and steelhead.  In this episode of Fin and Fire With Jeff Mishler I ask Guido tough questions about the future of conservation and how the Wild Salmon Center is preparing for it.

Episode 25 | For 25 years The Drake Magazine has created a voice for the everyday fly angler. In this episode of Fin and Fire With Jeff Mishler, Tom tells the story of how The Drake evolved, his personal journey to this moment, and how young writers can create works destined for publication.  Along the way, we also discover that we in fact went to the same junior high in a small Oregon town many years ago.

Episode 24 | If you chase steelhead with a two handed rod you should know who Rich Zellman is.  His Keep It Simple mantra makes him more effective at finding and catching steelhead on a river often called the most difficult river in the world to find success.  I sit down with Rich near his favorite waters and dig deep into the man and his passion to help you catch the steelhead of your lifetime.

Episode 23 | Simon Gawesworth is known as one of the nicest people in the world of outdoor recreation, and one of the best instructors.  A lifetime of teaching people how to flycast has created a perspective and humility we could all learn from.  If you need to improve your skills, an hour with Simon might be the best money spent.  This episode of Fin and Fire with Jeff Mishler digs into the spirit of the man and his commitment to our sport.

Episode 22 | What does it take for a product to go from idea to something real that you use in your daily life? In this episode of Fin and Fire with Jeff Mishler, Nick and I discuss the product development process.  His direct experience with the largest brands has produced a rare level of experience and insight and hopefully a road map for anyone considering a change in careers or pursuing one in the outdoor products industry. Along the way, we find that our lives are again, parallel in many ways.