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GDF 18 Classic Fly Fishing Adventures, catching big browns on small streams w/ steven craig

GDF 18 Classic Fly Fishing Adventures, catching big browns on small streams w/ steven craig - Fly Fishing Insider Podcast episode artwork

Fly Fishing Insider Podcast

Steven Craig runs Classic Fly Fishing Adventures and targets big brown trout on small streams. Craig names his favorite and least favorite parts of guiding, and admits that repeated missed hook sets from clients are hard to watch, though he treats them as part of learning. Craig also gives back and offers a listener discount.

Steven Craig is a guide with Classic Fly Fishing Adventures.

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What does Steven Craig like most about guiding?

Steven Craig talks through his favorite part of guiding and his least favorite part. Craig gives both sides rather than selling guiding as effortless work.

Why do missed hook sets frustrate a fly fishing guide?

Steven Craig says repeated missed hook sets from clients absolutely kill him to watch. Craig still frames those missed sets as part of the learning process for a new angler.

Does Classic Fly Fishing Adventures offer a listener discount?

Steven Craig has given a discount to Fly Fishing Insider Podcast listeners. Craig is also active in giving back beyond the guiding side of the business.

Key takeaways

  • Steven Craig guides for Classic Fly Fishing Adventures.
  • Craig targets big brown trout on small streams.
  • Repeated missed hook sets are the hardest part to watch, but they teach.
  • Craig offers a discount to podcast listeners.

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