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Anchored Podcast Ep. 21: John Shewey on Spey Flies and Their History

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John Shewey is the author of “Spey Flies and Dee Flies” and “Classic Steelhead Flies”.  John has dedicated his life to the pursuit of steelhead and their history. In this episode of Anchored, April meets with John in Oregon to learn more about the history of steelhead flies and the true definition of a Spey fly.

This episode is sponsored by Peak Fishing. 

 Buy John’s Books: Spey Flies and Dee Flies, Classic Steelhead Flies
Length: 01:12:23


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April Vokey
April Vokey is a fly fishing writer, FFF certified casting instructor, fly-tyer, speaker, and host of the popular fishing podcast, Anchored. After ten years of guiding in British Columbia, she now splits her year between camp in northern BC and Australia.
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