Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast

In Episode 33 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast, host Mike Agneta is joined by Tenkara Angler panelists Matt Sment and Bill Robichaud to welcome one of tenkara’s most respected voices, Robert Worthing of Tenkara Guides, LLC. Rob has just released his long-awaited book, Demon’s Game: The Oni School of Tenkara Fly Fishing, and the conversation digs deep into the philosophy, science, and advanced technique behind this landmark release. Rob has spent 10+ years studying under Masami Sakakibara who is widely regarded as one of the world’s greatest tenkara masters, and has guided clients on the Provo River and beyond through the Oni Tenkara School. Demon’s Game is his effort to preserve Masami’s legacy and bring the most advanced tenkara concepts into print for English-speaking anglers for the first time. Whether you’re picking up a tenkara rod for the first time or you’ve been fishing fixed line for years, this episode and Rob’s book will give you new ways to see the water, understand the fish, and elevate your game. We hope you enjoy this latest episode! Episode Show Notes & Links: 00:00:07 – Introduction & Welcome 00:01:03 – Meet Rob Worthing: Background & Tenkara Guides LLC – Tenkara Guides, LLC – Advanced Tenkara Clinic 00:03:06 – What Is Demon’s Game & Why This Book? 00:05:13 – How Rob First Met Masami Sakakibara – About Masami Sakakibara 00:06:55 – The Birth of the Oni Tenkara School 00:08:07 – Early “Aha Moments” Watching Masami Fish 00:11:42 – Inside the Book: Structure, Science & Philosophy 00:14:05 – How the Book Serves as an Oni School Syllabus 00:18:30 – Tenkara Flies: Matching the Hatch, Oni Style 00:23:24 – Trout Vision & the Science of How Fish See 00:26:21 – Trout Senses Beyond Sight: Sound, Shadow & Stealth 00:29:11 – Is This Book for Beginners or Advanced Anglers? 00:31:11 – The Philosophy of Lifelong Learning in Tenkara 00:34:04 – Bill’s Story: Putting Oni Techniques to the Test on the Stream 00:36:34 – Rob’s Story: An Real World Application of Stealth 00:39:39 – Hydrology and the Movement of Water 00:44:39 – Tracer Flies for Visibility and Manipulation 00:46:32 – The Book vs. Oni School 00:50:15 – Gear Talk: Rods, Lines, Flies & Fishing Oni Style – Tenkara no Oni Shop 00:55:31 – Future Oni Schools & Where to Find Rob in 2026 00:58:53 – Where to Buy Demon’s Game – Kendall Hunt | Amazon 01:00:26 – Closing Thoughts & Sign-Off Want to see more? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tenkara Angler⁠

In Episode 32 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast Mike Agneta talks with special guest Kris Franqui and contributing editor Tom Davis about the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, including their favorite spots in Montana, Wyoming, and Idaho. Kris covers the massive Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness, a paradise with over 300 fishable alpine lakes, many containing wild cutthroat, golden, rainbow, and brook trout. Tom then expands the discussion to the wider Yellowstone ecosystem, covering areas in western Wyoming and eastern Idaho, including the famous Snake, Green, and Madison River drainages, and the unique fluvial grayling of the Big Hole River in Montana. We hope you enjoy this latest episode! Episode Show Notes & Links: 00:00:15 - Introductions - Tenkara on the Trail - Episode 8: Fish Stories 2 00:02:20 - 2026 Tenkara Events - Tenkara Angler Events Page - Mostly Tenkara: New Hampshire Part 1 | Part 2 00:15:46 - Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem 00:16:15 - Kris Franqui Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness - 00:17:22 - About Kris - 00:21:31 - About the Region - 00:28:57 - Fishing - 00:34:28 - Planning a Trip - Fishing the Beartooths (book) - 2025 Mountain Lakes Guide (pdf) - 00:50:54 - Fishing & Safety Gear - 01:05:29 - Other Things to Do 01:08:14 - Tom Davis General Overview: Yellowstone National Park, Western Wyoming, Eastern Idaho, SW Montana - 01:16:16 - Wind River Range - 01:17:17 - Green River Drainage - 01:18:13 - Yellowstone River Drainage - 01:19:51 - Snake River Drainage - 01:22:06 - Eastern Idaho - 01:23:33 - Southwest Montana 01:30:15 - Final Thoughts Affiliates Mentioned in this Episode: ⁠DRAGONtail Tenkara⁠ Want to see more? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tenkara Angler⁠

In this episode, we explore tenkara fly fishing in Patagonia, Chile, with lodge owner Jeff Wells of Fundo Los Leones. We discuss what makes Patagonian trout fishing unique, how tenkara performs in South American waters, and what anglers should know when planning a fishing trip to Patagonia. Jeff shares insights on the history of trout in the region, the landscapes and rivers of Chilean Patagonia, wildlife encounters, eco-tourism opportunities, gear considerations, and the difference between DIY travel and staying at a fishing lodge. Whether you’re dreaming of a Patagonia fly fishing adventure or simply curious about tenkara in the Southern Hemisphere, this conversation offers practical tips and inspiring stories from the water. Show Notes & Links: 00:00:06 – Opening Remarks 00:02:20 – Introducing Jeff Wells 00:08:07 – A Meeting with Douglas Tompkins – Fundo Los Leones Fishing Lodge 00:12:13 – Jeff’s Entry to Tenkara through his Grandchildren 00:14:34 – Tenkara in Chile 00:21:23 – History of Trout in Patagonia 00:23:08 – The Landscapes & Streams – 180 South (Film) 00:30:10 – Outdoor Equipment & Tenkara Gear 00:37:50 – Fishing with a Keiryu Rod 00:40:41 – D.I.Y. Opportunities 00:43:43 – Local Wildlife 00:45:03 – Fishing Licenses, Communication, & Safety 00:47:28 – Geology & Rivers 00:48:47 – Patagonia Fishing Lodge Experience – Fundo Los Leones 00:56:06 – Jeff’s Personal YouTube Channel – Patatgonia Tenkara Addict 00:56:37 – Closing Remarks Affiliates Mentioned in this Episode: DRAGONtail Tenkara Want to see more? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tenkara Angler⁠

In Episode 30 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line podcast, the panel of Amanda, Anthony, Bill, Mike, & Tom discusses various fly patterns, tying techniques, and fishing strategies, particularly focusing on kebari & nymph patterns. Each member shares their favorite flies, insights on materials, and personal experiences in fishing them, emphasizing the importance of confidence in one's fly choices. The conversation also touches on seasonal fishing practices and the evolution of their fly boxes over time. We hope you enjoy this latest episode! Show Notes & Links: 00:00:06 - Opening Remarks 00:01:23 - What's in Your Fly Box? - Tenkara Angler Kebari Swap 00:03:09 - Amanda's First Fly 00:07:33 - Bill's Four Confidence Flies - Pass Lake / Oxford Wool Kebari 00:14:57 - Anthony's First Fly 00:23:02 - Tom's First Fly - Teton Tenkara Flies & Kebari Collection eBooks⁠⁠⁠ 00:30:24 - Mike's First Fly - Road Kone Kebari Tying Video⁠⁠⁠ 00:35:03 - Amanda's Second Fly⁠⁠⁠ 00:37:59 - Anthony's Second Fly - Podcast with Jonathan Antunez⁠⁠⁠ 00:44:05 - Tom's Second Fly⁠⁠⁠ 00:48:26 - Mike's Second Fly - Discover Tenkara "How to Fool Fish with Simple Flies"⁠⁠⁠ - How to Reinforce Peacock Herl 00:54:06 - Anthony's Third Fly⁠⁠⁠ 01:01:31 - Tom's Third Fly 01:07:49 - Bill's Bonus Fly - Idaho Killer Futsu Kebari⁠⁠⁠ 01:11:27 - ⁠Confidence Fly Banter 01:19:00 - ⁠Anthony's Bonus Fly⁠⁠ 01:25:38 - Closing Remarks Want to see more? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tenkara Angler⁠

In Episode 29 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast the Tenkara Angler crew, Mike, Matt & Amanda, invite special guests Brent Auger & Conrad Estrem to discuss the recent Idaho Tenkara Campout. The conversation highlights the the planning and organization of the event, the fishing opportunities available, experiences of attendees, and the community spirit fostered during the campout. The speakers share their personal experiences, the types of fish caught, and the overall vibe of the event, while also discussing future plans for similar gatherings, including one already scheduled for Wyoming in 2026. We hope you enjoy this latest episode! Show Notes & Links: 00:00:14 - Opening Remarks 00:01:16 - ⁠Meet Brent Auger 00:01:48 - Meet Conrad Estrem 00:03:49 - Idaho Tenkara Campout Idea 00:05:29 - South Fork Boise River / Baumgartner Campground 00:08:31 - Campground Vibes⁠ 00:11:17 - The Fishery⁠ 00:13:09 - Kokanee Salmon Run⁠ 00:14:19 - The Underrated Whitefish⁠ 00:15:55 - Gear Choices⁠ 00:17:53 - Fishing Locations⁠ 00:22:56 - Bull Trout & Idaho Bigfoot⁠ 00:25:41 - Wildlife Sightings 00:28:58 - Campfire Nights⁠ 00:31:10 - 2026 Wyoming Tenkara Campout⁠ 00:43:09 - DRAGONtail Holiday Deals!⁠ 00:45:59 - Closing Remarks Want to see more? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tenkara Angler

In Episode 28 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast the Tenkara Angler crew, Mike, Anthony, & Tom, invite special guest and outdoor gear aficionado Bryan Trantham to discuss essential tenkara and fishing gear. The "show & tell" style conversation covers a range of topics from the importance of selecting the right products to ensure on-stream and backcountry safety to innovative solutions for transporting gear and releasing fish. Each member of the panel shares their favorite gear and tips, emphasizing the significance of comfort and safety while fishing. The episode also highlights the Tenkara Angler print magazine - Reminder, the deadline for the 2026 Issue is November 21, 2025! In all, the conversation is filled with personal anecdotes, expert advice, and a passion for fixed line fly fishing, making it a must-listen for tenkara gearheads. We hope you enjoy this latest episode! Show Notes & Links: 00:00:13 - Opening Remarks 00:01:16 - 2026 Print Issue Submissions 00:02:30 - Meet Bryan Trantham - @bryantrantham7872 00:04:27 - Don't Fish Without This Gear! 00:07:24 - Tom's First Item - Wooden Wading Staff 00:14:49 - Bryan's First Item - Garmin InReach 00:25:00 - Mike's First Item - 6 Can Tube Cooler 00:28:58 - Anthony's First Item - Nite Ize Hitch Phone Tether 00:31:32 - Anthony's Second Item - Dr. Scholl's Shoe Inserts 00:33:30 - Mike's Second Item - IKEA Frakta bag 00:37:03 - Bryan's Second Item - Hill People Gear SAR Kit Bag 00:43:42 - Tom's Second Item - Katadyn BeFree Water Filter 00:52:24 - Anthony's Third Item - NETrekk Alpine Angler Folding Net (10% off Coupon Code: TA10) 00:57:46 - Mike's Third Item - Travelon Packing Squares | Tip Grips 01:01:28 - Bryan's Third Item - NoTouchTrout Release Tool 01:05:30 - Tenkaraman's Net Release - @tenkaraman 01:07:02 - Tom's Third Item - RiverRuns Wader Gaiters 01:16:41 - Closing Remarks Want to see more? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tenkara Angler

In Episode 27 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast the Tenkara Angler crew invites special guests Payton Skidmore (Skiddy Fishing) and Keegan Uhl (Mostly Tenkara) to discuss various fishing destinations, focusing on locations west of the Mississippi River. We explore the beauty and fishing opportunities of Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado, the Unita Mountains of Utah, and Eastern Sierras of California highlighting travel tips for accessing these stunning locations, the various trout species available, fishing techniques, and the importance of planning and timing for a successful fishing trip. The conversation is filled with personal anecdotes, expert advice, and a passion for the great outdoors, making it a must-listen for nature enthusiasts and fishing aficionados alike. We hope you enjoy this latest episode! Show Notes & Links: 00:00:14 - Opening Remarks 00:01:20 - Meet Payton Skidmore - Skiddy Fishing 00:02:50 - Meet Keegan Uhl - Mostly Tenkara - "Dibbing the Bob" with Jonathan Antunez 00:07:07 - Anthony discusses Rocky Mountain National Park - Park Fishing Rules - Timed Entry System - Shuttle System - YMCA of the Rockies - A Fly Fishing Guide to Rocky Mountain National Park - Tanuki Pocket Ninja - The Donut Haus 00:34:00 - Payton explores the Unita Mountains - Visit Utah's Guide to the Uintas - Fish Utah Interactive Fishing Map - Utah Cutthroat Slam - Dairy Keen 00:57:19 - Keegan travels the Eastern Sierra Mountains - Fly Fishing the Sierra - Eastern Sierra Back Country Fishing Guide (PDF) - Inyo National Forest - Wilderness Permits - The High Sierra: A Love Story 01:35:42 - Closing Remarks Want to see more? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tenkara Angler

In Episode 26 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast the Tenkara Angler crew discuss the intersection of tenkara fishing and foraging with special guest Ari Rockland-Miller of The Mushroom Forager. Ari's unique background as a professional mycophile who has a growing passion and knowledge for tenkara lends itself to an interesting conversation we're sure you'll enjoy. We talk with Ari about the world of mushroom foraging, discussing the safest mushrooms to start with on your foraging journey (and those to stay away from), the best seasons for combining foraging and fishing, the diversity of wild foods including edible greens, and delicious cooking and effective preservation techniques. Throughout the interview, Ari not only ties the two hobbies together, but focuses on the importance of sustainable harvesting practices and the joy of connecting with nature. Show Notes & Links: 0:00:05 - Introductions 0:02:00 - Ari Rockland-Miller & The Mushroom Forager 0:07:12 - Ari & Tenkara 0:09:25 - How to Start Foraging Safely 0:13:04 - Beginner-Friendly Mushrooms 0:18:27 - Poisonous Mushrooms & Phone Apps for ID 0:25:13 - Foraging in Tenkara's History 0:31:06 - Ari's Approach to Foraging & Fishing 0:35:31 - Ari's Recipe for Trout & Mushrooms 0:37:19 - The Seasonality of Foraging & Fishing 0:44:57 - Golden Oysters & Invasives 0:47:42 - How to Harvest Mushrooms - Trailwaters Mesh Foraging Bag 0:55:40 - Smurfs & other Mushroom-based Creatures 0:56:35 - Story Time with Bill 0:59:00 - Ari's Biggest Mushroom Haul 01:03:23 - Ari's Final Thoughts 01:06:28 - Contacting Ari 01:16:32 - Closing Remarks Want to see more? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tenkara Angler

In Episode 25 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast the Tenkara Angler crew explore five fishing destinations, including Spring Creek in Pennsylvania, warm water fishing opportunities in Southwest Wisconsin, brook trout in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, Northern Portugal's native brown trout, and North Georgia's "trout town", Blue Ridge. They share tips for fishing in these areas, and discuss the unique characteristics of each location, including accessibility, types of fish, and local culture through personal experiences. You'll be sure to want to add a few of these locations to your fishing travel plans! Show Notes & Links: 0:00:25 - Introductions 0:01:15 - Upcoming Community Events 0:07:45 - Pennsylvania's Spring Creek - TCO Fly Shop - Flyfisher's Paradise - Keystone Fly Fishing 0:27:28 - Wisconsin Warmwater Smallmouth - Dodgeville, WI - Smallmouth Alliance 0:40:34 - White Mountains of New Hampshire - White Mountains Tenkara Campout - Lost River Valley Campground - Squaretail - North Country Angler 0:50:04 - Portugal - Antonio Rodrigues / Minho Fly Fishing - Monção, Portugal - The Last Old Place 1:03:14 - Blue Ridge, Georgia - Blue Ridge Trout & Outdoor Adventures Festival - Cohutta Fishing Company - Toccoa River Outfitters - Oyster Bamboo Fly Rods - Sabor a Puebla - Expedition: Bigfoot - Trout Fishing in North Georgia - Fly Fishing for Peach State Trout - Doin' Stuff with Zane 01:16:32 - Closing Remarks Want to see more? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tenkara Angler

In Episode 24 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line podcast Mike, Anthony, Bill, and Matt discuss their preseason preparations for the upcoming spring tenkara fishing season. They cover essential topics regarding the three major categories of gear - rods, flies, and lines - focusing on rod care and preventative maintenance, storage solutions, cleaning techniques, common causes of rod breakage, and best practices for new anglers. Once done with gear, the conversation turns to fishing preparation, including scouting techniques, knot tying, journaling, and personal goal setting.Show Notes & Links: 00:07 - Introductions 00:34 - Pre-Season Preparation Overview 02:03 - Rod Care and Maintenance Practices - Anthony's Video: Tenkara Tips - Tenkara Rod Maintenance - Bill's Air Blaster 12:34 - Preventative Maintenance and Spare Parts 14:29 - Common Causes of Rod Breakage 20:30 - Best Practices for New Anglers 24:17 - Dealing with Stuck Sections 26:26 - Rod Socks and Lost Tip Caps - Universal Tip Caps 27:37 - Fishing Stories of Broken Rods 33:09 - Flies, Tying, & Organizing Fly Boxes 44:02 - Line Management and Preparation - Level Line Podcast: Exploring Tenkara Lines - DRAGONtail Line Winders 48:58 - Scouting Water & Gathering Intel - onX for property lines 51:16 - Renewing Your License, Bill the Outlaw 52:12 - Keeping a Fishing Journal 55:30 - Setting Personal Goals for Fishing 57:55 - Understanding Insects and Ecosystems - The Bug Book - Hatches II - Upper Midwest Hatches 01:04:35 - Which Way Did Bill Go? 01:06:17 - Practice Casting and Knot Tying 01:10:33 - Closing Remarks Want to see more? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tenkara Angler

In Episode 23 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line podcast Anthony, Bill, Dave and Tom discuss various tenkara presentation and fly manipulation techniques. Dead drift, upstream & downstream pulling, tomezuri, and "pon pon" are covered emphasizing their effectiveness in catching fish and the best equipment to use to execute each. The podcast isn't meant to be a comprehensive seminar on tenkara techniques but rather an introduction. The idea is to familiarize anglers with the basic concepts of active fly manipulation. The Tenkara Angler crew share their personal takes on how they use active fly manipulation in their own fishing. The goal is to help anglers add to and develop their own tenkara tool boxes. Show Notes & Links: 0:00:08 - Introductions 0:02:41 - Books & Resources - Tenkara by Daniel Galhardo - How to Fool Fish with Simple Flies by Paul Gaskell & John Pearson - Super Clear Level Line Tenkara by Dr. Hisao Ishigaki 0:05:00 - The Importance(?) of Dead Drift 0:16:40 - The Pause and Drift Technique 0:21:00 - Pulling Presentations 0:25:05 - The Importance of Gear Selection 0:31:45 - Understanding the Upstream Pull 0:37:13 - The Concept of Tomezuri 0:47:30 - Exploring the "Pon Pon" Technique 00:57:57 - Strategies for Catching the 'Gatekeeper' Trout 01:01:55 - Bill's Book Club - Understanding Trout Behavior by John Goddard & Brian Clarke 01:04:51 - Lifting and Swinging Flies - Leisenring Lift 01:10:17 - Final Thoughts Brand Affiliates Mentioned in this Episode: Discover Tenkara (use code TA10 to save 10%)Tenkara USA (use code TENKARAANGLER for free shipping) Want to see more? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tenkara Angler

In Episode 22 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line podcast, Amanda, Anthony, Bill, Matt & Mike discuss current events in the tenkara fishing community, including online kebari tying classes, new rod releases, and upcoming events. The conversation then turns holiday gifts that anglers really want. No "Big Mouth Billy Bass" wall decorations here. The team shares humorous and practical takes on fishing gifts they'd wouldn't mind giving or receiving. Our discussion wraps up with some memorable fishing experiences from the past year as well as an announcement of a special art contest ,"Paint Matt's Adventure Van" with great prizes that you don't want to miss! Show Notes & Links: 0:00:06 - Introduction 0:01:37 - Current Events - Online Kebari Tying Classes - Rocky MTN Compa Rod - Taunki Kunoichi Rod - White Mountains Tenkara Campout - Wisconsin Driftless Tenkara Campout - Tenkara Angler Events Page 0:17:24 - Holiday Gifts Tenkara Anglers Really Want - Nippers - Orvis Fishing Shirt - Fly Winder Pro Mag Mount - DRAGONtail Furled Lines - Miss Mayfly Waders - Airbnb Gift Cards - Tenkara Angler Gear on Amazon - John Galligan Books - Tippet Guide Spools - Trouthunter Tippet - Gift a Fishing License - 2024 Tenkara Angler Gift Guide 0:35:18 - Meandering Conversation - Gas Station Food: Wawa, Sheetz, Kwik-Trip, Kum & Go - Christmas Trees - Name Anthony's Irritable Betta Fish 0:38:44 - Looking Back Fondly on 2024 0:52:09 - "Paint Matt's Adventure Van" Contest 0:55:08 - Closing Remarks Brand Affiliates Mentioned in this Episode: DRAGONtail, Tanuki, Rocky MTN Tenkara, Red Brook Tenkara Want to see more? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tenkara Angler

In Episode 21 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast, Mike, Anthony, Matt, and Bill discuss various topics related to tenkara fishing, including current events in the tenkara community, the significance of Tenkara USA's 15-year anniversary, and personal experiences with tenkara over the last decade and a half. The conversation then swerves briefly to the 'Overrated Underrated Game,' before Anthony leads our primary discussion into the various types of tenkara fishing lines, reviewing their characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages. We explore level lines, furled lines, floating lines, and tapered monofilament lines, providing insights for both beginners and experienced anglers. Show Notes: 0:00:13 - Introduction - A View of Tenkara in Austria 0:05:30 - Tenkara Community News - Tenkara USA 15 Years - Men's Health 10 Manliest Hobbies on Earth - New DRAGONtail rod / Japanese Salamander - Zen Hachi Closeout - $80! - Tanuki 2025 East Coast Boot Camp? 0:26:08 - Overrated / Underrated - Midcurrent Barbless Hooks Article - Tim Traver's - Lost in the Driftless: Trout Fishing on the Cultural Divide 0:47:00 - Tenkara Line Discussion 0:49:19 - Level Lines - Nissin PALS Oni Line / Varivas Special Nylon / Cortland Indicator Line - Shooter FC Sniper BMS / Seaguar Tatsu Clear - 1.5 YGK ULTRA Sight & Sakura Markers 1:03:00 - Furled Lines - DRAGONtail Furled Lines / Nissin PALS Line SP 1:12:24 - Floating Lines - Daiwa PVC Floating Line / Cortland Monocore Euro Line 1:17:37 - Tapered Monofilament Lines - Fujino Tapered / Daiwa Tapered 1:21:50 - Tenkara Angler Housekeeping - Level Line Podcast T-Shirts & Gear - 2025 Print Magazine Deadline - November 29th Brand Affiliates Mentioned in this Episode: DRAGONtail, Tanuki, Tenkara USA, Zen Tenkara Want to see more? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠Tenkara Angler

In Episode 20 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast, Amanda, Anthony, Matt, & Mike hold our first ever Tenkara Fantasy Draft - picking rods, lines, flies, locations, and a special "wild card" item. The clock was ticking and strategies were abound. It's such a fun conversation! Be sure to comment ON OUR YOUTUBE VIDEO and tell us who "won" the draft... who dropped the kebari... or what YOU might have picked instead for the opportunity to win a tenkara-related prize! Show Notes: Anthony's Inspiration: Bandsplain Podcast Want to see more? Visit ⁠⁠⁠Tenkara Angler

In Episode 16 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast Anthony Naples talked with Jonathan Antunez about his style of active wet fly fishing that is inspired in part by H.C. Cutcliffe and other anglers of bygone eras but which is being given new life by utilizing modern state-of-the-art fixed line tenkara rods. In Episode 19 Anthony revisits this topic with Jonathan. We hope that you catch the bug like he has and you give this style of fishing a try. Show Notes: The art of trout fishing on rapid streams⁠⁠these videos by Adam (Fly Anorak) on YouTube⁠Fly Fishing Master H.C. Cutcliffe Rediscovered in The Art of Trout Fishing in Rapid StreamsYoshikazu Fujioka’s websiteWet Flies in Focus Series⁠"Trout Conjurer"⁠ Want to see more? Visit ⁠⁠Tenkara Angler

In Episode 18 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast, Matt, Amanda & Anthony discuss the recent White Mountains Tenkara Campout, stream etiquette, terrain and tenkara style, and more. The White Mountains Tenkara event hosted by Red Brook Tenkara happened recently in New Hampshire and Tenkara Angler team members Amanda, Matt and Mike were in attendance. Amanda and Matt share their thoughts on the event and the area. Then the team discusses a little bit about stream etiquette and expectations inspired by frequent Tenkara Angler contributor Dennis Vander Houwen's recent article The Unwritten Rules of Fishing Etiquette. Matt Sment poses the question about how terrain and background affect tenkara fishing style. And finally, there is some discussion about everyone's upcoming plans. ----- Show Notes & Links: --------- Gear Mentioned in this podcast: Tenkara USA Satoki --------- Want to see more? Tenkara Angler: ⁠https://tenkaraangler.com

In Episode 17 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast, Mike, Matt, & Anthony touch on some current events in their fishing lives. Anthony discusses some learnings he's made fishing the same water consistently in May. Matt recaps the Driftless Tenkara Campout. Mike frets over where the "too much vs. too little" line is drawn when it comes to packing for an upcoming trip. Finally, Anthony spends some extended time with Roanoke, Virginia based angler, Mike Garrison. Mike discusses his entry into tenkara, why he enjoys it so much, the similarities (and differences) between a euro-nymphing & fixed line (tenkara) nymphing setup, as well as the value in fishing with guides. ----- Show Notes & Links: Tenkara USA rain jacketTroutbitten --------- Mike Garrison Info: Mike's Blog: Guide Waters: Exploring Fly Fishing & Life Mike's Instagram: @blueridgeflyguy Mike's Business: Strategic Referral Team --------- Want to see more? Tenkara Angler: https://tenkaraangler.com

Episode 16 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast is doing double duty as a "Supersized" edition of the Tenkara Moves series. In this episode Anthony talks to Jonathan Antunez about fishing wet flies with tenkara rods. Jonathan offers up insight and advice on both taking wet fly fishing back to its fixed line origins while also bringing it up to the state-of-the-art utilizing modern tenkara rods and lines. Show Notes: The art of trout fishing on rapid streams these videos by Adam (Fly Anorak) on YouTubePatagonia video "Trout Conjurer" Want to see more? Visit ⁠Tenkara Angler

In Episode 15 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast, Amanda, Anthony, Matt, and Mike answer listener (& reader) submitted questions from the tenkara community. The topics reviewed include a discussion of furled vs. level lines, a "go to" fly, beginner tenkara skills, rod breakage, Patagonia, bucket list tenkara fishing destinations, and the difference between tenkara vs. fixed line fishing. We really enjoyed this change up in the podcast programming, and hope you like it too. Check it out! Show Notes: 00:10 - Introduction 01:45 - Furled Lines vs. Level Lines (Submitted by Andy) 15:02 - "Go To" Flies (Submitted by Dave) 25:30 - One Tenkara Skill for Beginners (Submitted by Dave) 37:39 - Rod Breakage in the Elements (Submitted by Gary) 44:01 - Patagonia? (Submitted by Dario & Fer) 47:35 - "Bucket" List Tenkara Destinations (Audible by Anthony) 52:22 - Tenkara vs. Fixed Line Fishing (Submitted by Arran) 59:21 - Closing Remarks --- Want to see more? Visit Tenkara Angler

In Episode 14 of the Tenkara Angler Level Line Podcast, Amanda, Anthony, Mike, and Tom cover several topics in a grab bag of conversation. Starting with current events, we discuss the new print issue of Tenkara Angler, the Appalachian Tenkara Anglers fly swap, and an upcoming Tenkara 101 course. The conversation then transitions into a deep dive of what techniques each angler uses to find and scout new-to-them waters. We also play the overrated / underrated game with two topics sent in by a friend. To close, the back half of the podcast features an interview with Casey & Kevin Canfield of Rocky MTN Tenkara to learn a little bit about their backgrounds, their interest in tenkara, and the direction they're taking the company. Level Line Podcast Episode 14 Show Notes: 00:10 - Introduction 01:12 - Current Events⁠⁠⁠ 09:40 - Scouting Water⁠⁠⁠ 28:07 - Overrated / Underrated 40:59 - Q&A Ask 42:40 - Interview with Rocky MTN Tenkara 48:50 - Fishing in New Mexico 51:38 - Rocky MTN Tenkara's Niche 54:35 - Rod Lineup - Chico & Rio 1:00:34 - Conservation 1:02:38 - Where to Find Rocky MTN Tenkara