582 | Uncovering the Fly Fishing Wonders of Northern BC with Daniel Schildknecht from NR Adventures
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
Dave Stewart
4.7 • 531 Ratings
🗓️ 20 March 2024
⏱️ 60 minutes
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Summary
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/582
Presented By: Northern Rockies Adventures
Unlock the secrets of fly fishing in the untouched waters of Northern British Columbia with our guest, Daniel, who shares a treasure trove of knowledge, from preparations for the fishing season to detailed accounts of conservation efforts. Immerse yourself in tales of the vast wilderness that's home to flourishing populations of rainbow trout and Arctic Grayling, all accessible from the cozy confines of our family-owned lodge. We delve into the heart of the season's potential, examining the effects of snow conditions on spring runoff and the ensuing strategies for the best angling experiences.
Experience the allure of personalized fishing expeditions, where the thrill of the catch is just the beginning. We chat about the unique blend of intimacy and adventure that comes with a stay at our lodge, where floatplanes expand the realm of possibility and every angler's dream is within reach. From warming up with abundant smaller catches to strategic pursuits of trophy fish, each guest's journey is curated to their preferences, creating memories like Brandon Morrison's that resonate long after the trip ends.
As we wrap up this episode, we extend an invitation to discover the broader charms of our northern Rockies retreat. Beyond the adrenaline of the catch, our lodge offers a mosaic of activities ranging from wildlife viewing to culinary delights that embody our heritage. We also tease the prospects of untapped fishing adventures, like those in Peru, and encourage listeners to keep the cherished tradition of fishing alive. For those itching to cast their lines into wild, unexplored waters, Daniel points you to NRAdventures.com to begin crafting your unforgettable expedition.
Episode Chapters - NR Adventures
(0:00:05) - Fly Fishing in Northern British Columbia
Daniel updates on fishing prep, snow conditions, and the draw of Northern BC for fly fishermen.
(0:12:21) - Fishing Lodge Custom Trip Flexibility
Nature's exclusive, personalized fishing trips with flexible dates and abundant catches, utilizing floatplanes for mobility and targeting trophy fish and other species.
(0:17:46) - Fishing Lodge in Northern BC
Nature's diverse fly fishing experiences in remote BC lodge, targeting rainbows, pike, and elusive bull trout, tailored to guest expectations and seasonal dynamics.
(0:23:18) - Northern Rockies Adventures
Nature's beauty and family-friendly activities at a remote lodge in the northern Rockies, including mountain biking, ATV trips, and Northern Lights tour.
(0:30:15) - Float Plane Takeoff and Landing
Nature's unique experience of flying float planes, from takeoff and landing on water to the joy of piloting in the Rockies.
(0:42:07) - Conservation and Cuisine in Northern Canada
Nature's culinary experiences, traditional dishes, international influences, alternative activities, conservation, and personalized immersion at a fishing lodge.
(0:48:34) - Planning a Fly Fishing Trip
Nature's prime time for pike fishing in August, techniques for still water fishing, fly-out options, and diverse activities at the lodge.
(0:57:22) - Exploring Peru's Untapped Nature
Nature's wonders and fishing in Peru, diverse species, informative episodes, keeping the tradition alive, and NRAdventures.com for planning.
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/582
Transcript
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| 0:00.0 | Have you dreamt about taking a float plane into a remote wilderness to fish where you are the only person for miles? |
| 0:09.3 | Would you like to know some of the key tips on planning this dream vacation? |
| 0:13.1 | And if you had to pick between bull trout, rainbows, grayling, pike, or walleye, which would you choose? |
| 0:19.6 | We're heading back into the Northern Rockies today with |
| 0:21.9 | Daniel from NR Adventures. This is the wetfly swing podcast where we show you the best places |
| 0:26.4 | to travel to for fly fishing, how to find the best resources and tools to prepare for that |
| 0:30.6 | big trip and what you can do to give back to the fish species you love. Hey, I'm Dave, host of the |
| 0:35.9 | wet fly swing podcast. I've been fishing since I was a kid. |
| 0:39.2 | I grew up around a fly shop and have created one of the largest fly fishing podcast in this country. |
| 0:44.3 | I've also interviewed more of the greatest fly anglers than just about any show in the world. |
| 0:50.3 | Today, Daniel from N.R. Adventures is going to describe the best times of the year to catch bull trout, grayling, and some of these other big species in their area. |
| 0:59.2 | And you're also going to get the three biggest questions you should ask when getting started on planning a big trip this year. |
| 1:05.6 | Plus, you're going to find out how a pro-NHL hockey player set up a ice hockey pickup game in the middle of the Alcan |
| 1:12.2 | highway. |
| 1:13.4 | Daniel's going to take us there today. |
| 1:15.7 | And if the Northern Rockies aren't on your bucket list yet, we might be changing that today. |
| 1:19.8 | Here we go. |
| 1:20.7 | Daniel from nradventures.com. |
| 1:24.7 | How's it going today, Daniel? |
| 1:26.3 | Doing excellent as always. Counting down a days to fishing season now. That's right. Yeah, we're in. I love the recap because we're doing a summer. We'll put a link to the show notes to the first big episode we did with you where we talked, had, you know, talked with your dad, which is amazing. I always feel like the connection with the family is pretty amazing. So we had that. We'll put that in the show notes, but also it's show season right now, right? So you're fired up. You're kind of doing that. And it's kind of February, right? Going into March, how long until you actually are flying that plane and taking clients around? Well, I mean, the nuance there is taking clients around because we're already starting our training for the season here. |
| 2:02.6 | Oh, wow. |
| 2:03.6 | So we're getting everything ready. |
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