26 episodes

The New Fly Fisher - Season 11

First aired Mar 3, 2012Season 11

This season The New Fly Fisher hosts were lucky to travel to some incredible locations from the Yukon all way down south to Brazil. Instruction on how to catch species such as Brook Trout, Smallmouth Bass, Pike, Rainbow Trout and even Atlantic Salmon is covered throughout this great year of fly fishing

Episodes

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Episode 1

Dalton Trail Lodge

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Mar 3, 201223 min

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

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Episode 2

Auld Reekie Lodge Smallmouth

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Mar 10, 201223 min

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

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Episode 3

Cedar Island Fly Fishing

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Mar 17, 201223 min

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

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Episode 4

Ohio Steelheading

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Mar 24, 201223 min

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 about fly fishing techniques from Jeff Blood

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Episode 5

Mattawa Fly Fishing

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Mar 31, 201223 min

Host Bill Spicer is in Mattawa, a small town in NE Ontario that is surrounded by many species. Bill has to deal with several cold fronts and teaches some good techniques for catching fish when dealing with poor weather conditions

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Episode 6

Credit River Browns

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Apr 7, 201223 min

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

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Episode 7

Mar Mac Lodge Brook Trout

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Apr 14, 201223 min

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 Mar Mac Lodge

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Episode 8

Blue Fox Lodge Brook Trout

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Apr 21, 201223 min

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!

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Episode 9

Andersons Lodge Bass & Pike

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Apr 28, 201223 min

Bill Spicer loves to catch pike and bass on a fly. He has driven to Andersons Lake Lodge near Sioux Lookout in northern Ontario

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Episode 10

Brazil Fly Fishing Part One

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May 5, 201223 min

Host Mark Melnyk travels to the jungles of the Amazon in search of unique species of fish… all caught on a fly rod!

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Episode 11

Brazil Fly Fishing Part Two

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May 12, 201223 min

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

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Episode 12

Big River Camp Atlantic Salmon

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May 19, 201223 min

Host Bill Spicer is looking for exceptional fly fishing for atlantic salmon and has made the trip to Labrador to find them. He is at Big River Camp, a new lodge that has huge runs of atlantic salmon

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Episode 13

Marten River Lodge Smallmouth

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May 26, 201223 min

Host Norm Bolen goes to NE Ontario in search of BIG smallmouth bass on poppers. Guest of Marten River Lodge, they take Norm to some incredible backwater lakes via ATVs to use topwater flies to catch massive bass

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Episode 14

Arluk Outfitters Atlantic Salmon Dry Fly

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Jun 2, 201223 min

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

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Episode 15

Brace Lake Pike

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Jun 9, 201223 min

Mark Melnyk travels to Algoma Country to fly fish for large Northern Pike at Brace Lake Outfitters

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Episode 16

Nagagami Lake Lodge

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Jun 16, 201223 min

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

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Episode 17

Misty Mountain Fly Shop

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Jun 23, 201223 min

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

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Episode 18

Lopstick Trout

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Jun 30, 201223 min

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

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Episode 19

Wilderness North Brook Trout & Pike

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Jul 7, 201223 min

The Albany River in Ontario is famous as a fishery for pike and walleye.The feeder streams and rivers to this mighty system are full of wild brook trout. Mark takes us into the wild to find exceptional trout fishing on a fly.

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Episode 20

Hawk Lake Bass

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Jul 14, 201223 min

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.

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Episode 21

Norfolk County Kayak Bass Fishing

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Jul 21, 201223 min

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

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Episode 22

Air Ivanhoe Smallmouth

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Jul 28, 201223 min

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

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Episode 23

Russell Inn Fall Trout

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Aug 4, 201223 min

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.

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Episode 24

Russell Inn Spring Trophy Trout

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Aug 11, 201223 min

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

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Episode 25

Nipigon Brook Trout

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Aug 18, 201223 min

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

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Episode 26

Huron County Steelhead

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Aug 25, 201223 min

Host Bill Spicer travels to SE Ontario to swing a fly for big spring steelhead. He will teach us about casts, fly choices and how to deal with river conditions. Great primer show for anyone wanting to learn how to fly fish for Great Lakes steelhead