Fly Line Podcast

In this episode, Michael is joined by Alex Poland, whose life is a unique blend of creativity, adventure, and living his best life in the great outdoors. From painting inspired by Maine’s wilderness to building a yurt retreat, Alex shares his journey of balancing artistry, fishing, and entrepreneurship in Western Maine.

In this episode, Michael is joined by Alex Poland, whose life is a unique blend of creativity, adventure, and living his best life in the great outdoors. From painting inspired by Maine’s wilderness to building a yurt retreat, Alex shares his journey of balancing artistry, fishing, and entrepreneurship in Western Maine.

In this episode, Michael is joined by Alex Poland, whose life is a unique blend of creativity, adventure, and living his best life in the great outdoors. From painting inspired by Maine’s wilderness to building a yurt retreat, Alex shares his journey of balancing artistry, fishing, and entrepreneurship in Western Maine.

In this episode, Michael is joined by special guest co-host Bill Pierce as they welcome a true Maine fly fishing legend, Aldro French. Together, they dive into Aldro’s lifetime of adventures, from guiding on the Rapid River to winters at Forest Lodge. With stories of legendary fishing days and lifelong friendships, Aldro brings humor, history,…

In this episode, Maine’s Department of Marine Resources Commissioner, Pat Keliher, invites Michael to his HQ and shares his remarkable journey of guiding through challenging waters, transforming fisheries, and leading conservation efforts. With insights into the evolution of the striped bass fishery and Maine’s commercial fisheries future, this is a compelling story you won’t want…

Join us for an inspiring episode as Michael sits down with Josh Brown, who shares the story of his powerful journey from military service to finding purpose and fulfillment through the art of crafting custom landing nets in Maine.

Join us as Michael sits down with Glenn Grant, a remarkable figure in Rangeley’s wilderness, sharing tales of fly fishing history and family legacies.

Join us as Michael talks with Rangeley’s best-known Maine Guide, Kris Thompson, who shares his expert insights, stories of guided brook trout adventures, and his perspective on building a lifelong guiding career.

Join us for our second episode of two with Leslie Hilyard as the conversation deepens, exploring the remarkable legacy of Herb Welch. Leslie shares fascinating insights uncovered in exploring the background and history surrounding this Legendary Maine Guide from Oquossoc, including the unexpected tale of an unsolved murder mystery, revealing how every story can lead…

We are excited to share the first of two episodes, where Michael and Leslie have a delightful conversation about Leslie and his father’s remarkable work in writing a book that honors a Maine legend, Carrie Stevens, and her incredible impact on the world of fly fishing as a historical breakthrough fly tyer.

Join Michael and Sue Daignault for a remarkable conversation about recovery, the great outdoors, and finding solace in ‘A Full Net’.

Join us for an amazing conversation of perseverance and passion with Bonnie Holding. Hear about Bonnie’s journey breaking barriers in the fly fishing world and inspiring a new generation of women anglers.