About this episode

Kirk Deeter joins Steve Haigh to discuss fly fishing, conservation, and culinary experiences around the world.

Episode 174 of the Destination Angler Fly Fishing Podcast – July 2, 2026. Our destination is fly fishing North America and the world — through the lens of one of its most influential voices. Joining me is Kirk Deeter, Editor-in-Chief of Trout Magazine and VP of Angling at Trout Unlimited, for a wide-ranging conversation spanning conservation, storytelling, and bucket-list destinations. In this episode: · Why Kirk ranks Michigan as America's #1 fly fishing state. · The surprising history of brown trout in America. · Colorado's hidden gems beyond the famous rivers. · Redfish, trout, and unforgettable meals in the South Carolina Lowcountry. · Why England's chalk streams exceeded every expectation. · Kirk's favorite flies for fooling selective trout. · How Trout Unlimited is restoring America's rivers. · The insane story of a 300-pound mako shark on a fly rod from a kayak. · Why the best fishing memories often happen around the dinner table. · Kirk's advice for choosing your next unforgettable fly fishing destination. With host Steve Haigh | Destination Angler Podcast — THE podcast for anglers who travel. Connect with Kirk : kirk.deeter@tu.org Be the first to know about new episodes…

People in this episode

Host: Steve Haigh

Guest: Kirk Deeter

Topics covered

• fly fishing
• conservation
• travel
• storytelling
• bucket-list destinations
• fishing memories
• food

Keywords

• fly fishing
• Kirk Deeter
• Trout Unlimited
• fishing destinations
• brown trout
• mako shark
• dinner table memories

Sponsors

Frontiers Travel

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Trout Magazine, Trout Unlimited

Places: Michigan, South Carolina Lowcountry, England

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