Yellowstone Country Fly Fishing with Craig Mathews, Part 2
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In this episode, Steve Haigh interviews angling legend Craig Mathews about fly fishing in Yellowstone Country and discusses his new book.
Episode 168 of the Destination Angler Fly Fishing Podcast – April 9, 2026 In Part 2 of our two-part episode, our destination is Yellowstone Country with angling legend Craig Mathews. We dive into his new book, Pheasant Tail Simplicity , and why fewer flies might make you a better angler. Plus, winter tactics, the story behind the Sparkle Dun, and stories involving Keith Richards, Tom Broaw, Yvon Chouinard, and the origins of 1% for the Planet. This one just might just change the way you think about fly fishing. With host Steve Haigh. Be the first to know about new episodes. Become a subscriber Contact Craig: https://www.craigmathewsyellowstone.com/ Instagram: @CraigMatthewsYellowstone Craig's latest book: Pheasant Tail Simplicity | Instagram @patagoniabooks | @patagonia_flyfish Destination Angler Podcast: Website | YouTube | Instagram & Facebook @DestinationAnglerPodcast Please check out our Sponsors: Redd's Flies Premium flies, tied with purpose. Redd's is a family-run company built around premium, hand-tied flies that actually hold up and flat-out catch fish, delivered to your doorstep in days, not weeks. A portion of every order goes directly to organizations protecting trout…
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