The New Fly Fisher

Host Colin McKeown travels to a remote region of the Yukon in search of big lake trout, rainbow trout and grayling on a fly. He is accompanied by his nephew who is learning to fly fish and they are the guests of Dalton Trail Lodge.

Jenna McKeown ventures to Northeastern Ontario to fly fish for big smallmouth bass on a fly. She is staying at Auld Reekie Lodge which is nestled in a tranquil part of the province, in an area renowned for good fishing.

Bill Spicer is on the hunt for big bass and pike in this episode. He is in Northwestern Ontario at Cedar Island Lodge. While there, he hooks into a few "surprise" species he does not expect.

Ashtabula County in Ohio is blessed with a number of great rivers that have strong runs of steelhead. Host Bill Spicer fly fishes in the spring for these chrome rockets and learns more about great fly fishing techniques from Jeff Blood.

Host Bill Spicer is in Mattawa Ontario - population 3,000. It is small town in NE Ontario that is surrounded by incredible brook trout, bass and musky fishing. Bill has to deal with several cold fronts and teaches some good techniques for catching fish when dealing with poor weather conditions.

Host Colin McKeown joins well-known guide Graham Bristow to fly fish for finicky brown trout on the upper Credit River. Graham teaches Colin some great nymphing techniques for catching these super-fussy fish.

Host Bill Spicer is joined by contest winner Mike Nedza and his son to fly fish in Algoma Country. Mike has never caught a brook trout before and Bill helps him to catch his first on a fly. Great instruction provided at MarMac Lodge.

Giant brook trout are a goal of many anglers. In this episode Mark Melnyk travels to Blue Fox Camp in northern Ontario to cast flies for brook trout that reach weights of ten pounds or more!

Bill Spicer loves to catch pike and bass on a fly. He has driven to Anderson's Lake Lodge near Sioux Lookout in northern Ontario and learns some new techniques for catching fish on a fly.

Host Mark Melnyk travels to the jungles of the Amazon in search of unique species of fish - all caught on a fly rod! He is the guest of Eco-Lodge da Bara.

In part two of our special series on Brazil, Mark Melnyk continues his journey of discovery in the wonders of the deep Amazon fly fishing for amazing fish.

Host Bill Spicer is looking for exceptional fly fishing for Atlantic salmon and has made the pilgrimage to Labrador to find them. He is at Big River Camp, a new lodge that has huge runs of Atlantic salmon. Exciting action in every segment!

Host Norm Bolen is in for a treat when he goes to NE Ontario in search of BIG smallmouth bass on poppers. He is the guest of Marten River Lodge and they take Bill to some incredible backwater lakes via ATVs to use topwater flies to catch massive bass.

We travel to the mountains of Newfoundland in search of topwater salmon action. Host Colin McKeown is on the Main River using bombers and bugs to catch Atlantic salmon in tough conditions.

Mark Melnyk travels to Algoma Country to fly fish for large Northern Pike at Brace Lake Outfitters. He explains tackle, techniques and flies to use.

For those looking for adventure, the rivers running into Nagagami Lake in northern Ontario are perfect. After canoeing and portaging, you can find some excellent wild brook trout fishing. Come join Mark on this adventure!

Jenna McKeown travels with her father on the hunt for smallmouth bass and musky on the fly. They are in Haviland Bay on Lake Superior with guide Tyler Dunn and have some exciting fishing.

Host Bill Spicer travels to New Hampshire looking for some dry fly action for trout. He is the guest of Cabins at Lopstick who take him on several float trips down local rivers.

The Albany River in Northern Ontario is famous as a fishery for pike and walleye. But what many do not know is that the feeder streams and rivers to this mighty system are full of wild brook trout. Mark Melnyk takes us on an adventure into the wild to find exceptional trout fishing on a fly.

Located in NW Ontario, Hawk Lake is famous for big smallmouth bass. Host Mark Melynk has gone up to this region to sample the great top water action that can be had.

Some anglers are looking for fishing locations where they can take their families or even just their spouse. Norfolk County is one of those place where you can do it all. Host Mark Melnyk travels to this region with his family to take it all in.

Host Norm Bolen travels with friend John Flack to NE Ontario in search of topwater smallmouth bass action. Air Ivanhoe has literally dozens of remote outposts to accommodate anglers and for Norm Bolen and his friend, this is the perfect getaway.

The Parklands region of Manitoba is becoming famous for huge trout in their local lakes. Trout of 25 to 30 inches are frequently caught by fly fishers. Host Phil Rowley travels to this area to teach us the techniques needed to catch trophy trout in the fall.

In part two of our series on the Parklands region, host Phil Rowley teaches us some special techniques for spring time trout. From biology to fly patterns choices, Phil covers it all in this fascinating show.

The Nipigon River in Northern Ontario is home to the world record brook trout. Host Mark Melnyk travels to this special river for the 100th anniversary of this historic catch and learns more about the fishery, the patterns that were created here and much more.