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EPISODE · Mar 7, 2025 · 1H 11M

Great Lakes Dude #11 | Great Lakes Fishing & Conservation with D'Arcy Egan and Jeff Liskay

from Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast

#728 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/728 Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors In this episode, Jeff Liskay, aka the "Great Lakes Dude," is joined by longtime outdoor writer D'Arcy Egan. With over 50 years of experience covering fishing and conservation in Ohio, D'Arcy shares his knowledge of Lake Erie's transformation, the steelhead boom, and the history of fishery management in the region. From early days fishing for perch to breaking conservation stories, this episode is packed with insights into one of the most underrated fisheries in the country. Episode Chapters with D'Arcy Egan and Jeff Liskay on Great Lakes Fishing & Conservation What You'll Learn in This Episode How Lake Erie's fishery evolved from pollution to world-class walleye and steelhead fishing. The role of conservation efforts in restoring species like bald eagles and yellow perch. The impact of invasive species and commercial fishing on Great Lakes fisheries. The best spots and techniques for targeting steelhead, smallmouth bass, and even catfish on the fly. Why the Cuyahoga River's transformation is a success story for anglers. Jeff and D'Arcy dive deep into the rich history of Ohio's fishing scene, including stories of legendary anglers, conservation battles, and the growing potential of the Cuyahoga River. If you love the Great Lakes, steelhead fishing, or just good old-fashioned fish stories, this episode is for you! Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/728

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