River Ramble - Guides Edition
In this series, we will hear from guides and outfitters from across Montana in various regions of the proposed, grassroots legislation we are currently fighting for. The Crown of the Continent Proposal would protect 200 river miles in the heart of the state and the Montana Headwaters Legacy Act would preserve an additional 385 miles (new miles of waters added in 2021 from the original airing) of river within the pristine Greater Yellowstone and Smith River Ecosystems. And with such an expansive area of land potentially protected under both bills, we are showcasing as many individual watersheds as they are all so unique and equally deserving.
Episodes
19 episodes
Episode 19 | Will Plumhoff | Smith River and Tenderfoot Creek | Part 3 | Montana Headwaters Legacy Act
For our final episode of our miniseries on the Smith River and it’s vital tributary the Tenderfoot, we are joined by a man that has spent years on the Smith. Will Plumhoff is a Missoula based guide and has invested his career into prot...
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Episode 19
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Episode 18 | Joe Sowerby | Smith River and Tenderfoot Creek | Part 2 | Montana Headwaters Legacy Act
In part two of three for our miniseries on the Smith River and it’s principal tributary the Tenderfoot, we are joined by longtime and beloved outfitter, Joe Sowerby. Joe has been running trips on the Smith since 1992 and he is a dedica...
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Episode 18
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30:01
Episode 17 | Mike Geary | Smith River and Tenderfoot Creek | Part 1 | Montana Headwaters Legacy Act
In part one of our three episode miniseries on the Smith River and it’s prolific tributary the Tenderfoot, we are joined by a Montana legend, Mike Geary. Mike has built his life and business around the Smith River and he shares his lov...
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Episode 17
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22:33
Episode 16 | John Way | Beartrap Canyon Madison River | Montana Headwaters Legacy Act
In today’s episode, we are joined by an industry giant and longtime outfitter, John Way. John operates Montana’s oldest fly shop, The Tackle Shop, and he is here to represent the famed Beartrap Canyon of the Madison River. John s...
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Episode 16
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22:08
Episode 15 | Doug Haacke | Rock Creek, Lake Fork Rock Creek, and the West Fork of Rock Creek | Montana Headwaters Legacy Act
Today we are joined by veteran guide and a true hero of conservation, Doug Haacke. Doug’s love for this area of the world runs deep and he is here representing his home waters of Rock Creek, Lake Fork Rock Creek, and the West Fork of R...
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Episode 15
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26:27
Episode 14 | Jason Fleury | Gallatin River and Taylor Creek | Montana Headwaters Legacy Act
Today we are chatting with a Montana native (since the age of three) and seasoned outfitter, Jason Fleury. Jason owns and operates TroutChasers Lodge on the banks of the coveted Gallatin. He is here representing the Gallatin Rive...
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Episode 14
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26:18
Episode 13 | Chris Fleck | Stillwater and West Stillwater Rivers | Montana Headwaters Legacy Act
In today’s episode we are joined by a retired Marine and longtime outfitter, Chris Fleck. Chris has fished and guided the Stillwater River for nearly two decades. As a passionate conservationist, Chris is here representing the St...
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Episode 13
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26:17
Episode 12 | Brian McGeehan | The Boulder and West Boulder Rivers | Montana Headwaters Legacy Act
Today we are joined by veteran outfitter and former whitewater guide, Brian McGeehan. Brian is here representing the Boulder and West Boulder Rivers. His company, Montana Angler, has an outpost along the main stem of the Boulder ...
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Episode 12
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23:54
Episode 11 | Craig Mathews | Hellroaring and Slough Creek | Montana Headwaters Legacy Act
Today we sit down with a Montana legend, Craig Mathews. Craig is an ex-police chief, former fly shop owner, guide, cofounder of 1% For The Planet, and one of the most interesting figures in the fly fishing world. As a champion of...
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Episode 11
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24:00
Episode 10 | Alice Owsley | Upper Madison River | Montana Headwaters Legacy Act
In today’s episode, we are joined by longtime outfitter and industry B.A., Alice Owsley. An exceptional caster, skilled fly tyer, and with an impressive list of industry accomplishments, Alice calls West Yellowstone home. S...
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Episode 10
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28:14
Episode 9 | Josh Edwards | Yellowstone River and Bear Creek | Montana Headwaters Legacy Act
In today’s episode, we are joined by an experienced international guide, Josh Edwards. Jed, to his friends, has spent over a decade fishing and enjoying the upper reaches of the Yellowstone River. He is here representing the Yell...
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Episode 9
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21:25
Episode 8 | Nick English | Hyalite Creek | Montana Headwaters Legacy Act
Today we are chatting with a beloved industry giant and former guide, Nick English. He is here representing one of the most valuable tributaries to not only the Gallatin and Upper Missouri River network but to the greater Bozeman...
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Episode 8
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25:59
Episode 7 | John Herzer | The Dearborn River | Crown of the Continent Proposal
In our final Crown of the Continent episode, we are chatting with an O.G. guide and outfitter of Missoula, John Herzer. John has fished and guided the Dearborn River in nearly its entirety over the last thirty years. The Dearborn is...
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Episode 7
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23:26
Episode 6 | Gary McDaniel | South Fork of the Flathead River | Part 2 | Crown of the Continent Proposal
In today’s episode, we are chatting with an accomplished guide and jack of all trades, Gary McDaniel. Gary spent many seasons guiding and working in the heart of the Bob Marshall Wilderness. He is here representing the northern e...
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Episode 6
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19:10
Episode 5 | Jason Brininstool | South Fork of the Flathead River | Part 1 | Crown of the Continent Proposal
In today's episode, we sit down with longtime guide and conservation advocate, Jason Brininstool. Jason spent eight seasons on the South Fork of the Flathead, completing the expedition 27 times. He shares why this area of the world ...
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Episode 5
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34:30
Episode 4 | Russell Parks | Rock Creek | Crown of the Continent Proposal
Today we are focusing on one of the most important tributaries to the Clark Fork drainage in western Montana, Rock Creek. Here representing this special area is Russell Parks, a longtime Missoula based outfitter. Russell knows the c...
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Episode 4
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24:35
Episode 3 | Mark Fuller | North Fork of the Flathead River Tributaries | Crown of the Continent Proposal
In this episode, we chat with public lands advocate and Northwest Montana guide, Mark Fuller. Mark has invested his life into the North Fork of the Flathead and it's tributaries. He is representing Whale, Trail, and Yakinikak ...
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Episode 3
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25:53
Episode 2 | Pat Kane | North Fork of the Blackfoot River and Monture Creek | Crown of the Continent Proposal
In this episode, we enjoy some morning coffee with Pat Kane. A longtime fishing and bird hunting guide, Pat spends his summers living and working on the North Fork of the Blackfoot River. Not only is he intimately connected with thi...
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Episode 2
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Episode 1 | Hilary Hutcheson | Middle Fork of the Flathead River Tributaries | Crown of the Continent Proposal
To kick off this special edition series of the River Ramble, we sit down with Hilary Hutcheson. Career guide, fly shop owner, industry icon, and all around badass... Hil shares with us why furthering the protection of the headwaters of th...
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Episode 1
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