Rick Crawford I had an absolute blast interviewing Orvis endorsed Fly Fishing Guide Lucas Bissett and we talk about everything from his work planting black mangroves in Louisiana to how climate change is an excellent economic opportunity to Magnuson-Stevens Act reauthorization to some of Bissett’s favorite flies. Hope you enjoy!
Category: The Sustainable Angler
The Sustainable Angler: 2019 Gift Guide
Rick Crawford Are you looking for the perfect gift to give to The Sustainable Angler in your life who is nearly impossible to shop for? If you are going to give a gift, you mine as well give gifts that make a positive impact, right? Personally, the older I get, the less I need and…
The Sustainable Angler Podcast: Orvis VP Steve Hemkens
Rick Crawford In this episode of The Sustainable Angler Podcast, I interview Orvis VP of Fly Fishing, Wingshooting and Orvis Adventures Steve Hemkens. We discuss climate change, getting politically active with Protect Our Winters, how Orvis is implementing sustainable business practices to fight climate change, and even discuss carbon neutrality. We also dive into some…
The Sustainable Angler Podcast: AFFTA’s Ben Bulis, Matt Smythe & Regan Nelson
Rick Crawford In this episode of The Sustainable Angler podcast, I interview American Fly Fishing Trade Association (AFFTA) CEO Ben Bulis, Communications & Membership Director Matt Smythe and Conservation Director Regan Nelson. We discuss everything from the history of AFFTA, to important conservation initiatives like: Pebble Mine, Magnuson Stevens reauthorization, the Clean Water Rule and…
The Sustainable Angler Podcast: Moldy Chum’s Brian Bennett
Rick Crawford In this episode of The Sustainable Angler podcast, I interview Moldy Chum’s Brian Bennett and we discuss everything from the history of Moldy Chum, his involvement with the Wild Steelhead Coalition, political activism to affect positive change and the launch of his new podcast, Reel Pure Radio, that will go live next week!…
The Sustainable Angler: Oliver White
Rick Crawford In this episode of The Sustainable Angler Podcast, I interview Abaco Lodge and Bair’s Lodge owner and world-renowned angler, Oliver White. We discuss everything from the history of Abaco Lodge to some of the awesome sustainability initiatives at Abaco and Bair’s Lodge, climate change and even “the one” fly Oliver would bring to…
