190. Wrong Way, RISE & Giving Back to the River

In this episode, Joshua sits down in person with Joe Balcken and Shelton Steele, the founders of Wrong Way River Lodge & Cabins, to hear the story behind the unique riverside destination they’ve built along the French Broad. From their days as river guides to turning a shared vision into a place centered around adventure, community, and the outdoors, Joe and Shelton talk about the journey of building Wrong Way and what makes it so special. Then Nate Jordan joins the conversation, and the guys dive into the RISE Fly Fishing Festival, happening September 26 at Wrong Way. RISE brings together fly fishing, live music, brews, BBQ, tattoos, raffles, and the larger fishing community, but it’s about more than just having a good time. The festival was created as a way to give back to the watershed that has given so much to the fly-fishing community. It’s a conversation about building something from the ground up, the people and places that make fly fishing special, the French Broad River, and what it looks like when a community comes together to give back. If you love fly fishing, the outdoors, Western North Carolina, or just hearing the stories behind people who are building something meaningful, you’re going to enjoy this one. Get your Dads On The Fly Merch in our online store . Check out our sponsors: ⁠https://turtleboxaudio.com/⁠ https://nativesflyfishing.com/ https://saludabeads.com/ https://rambler.co/ https://www.advntraccessories.com/