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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

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