Trout Wrangler Podcast Season 2 Ep.50: Charleston Culture & Competition w/ Conner Bryant + Sean Red Spot Round Up

In this one, I sit down with Conner Bryant, guide with Tidal Waters and one of the founders of Casts & Drafts. Conner and I talk about his early days fishing, his time in the Coast Guard and working in marine conservation, and how those experiences shaped the way he guides today. He also shares how Casts & Drafts started, how the event has grown, and where he hopes to see it 20 years from now. Then I'm joined by Sean, who helps run the Red Spot Round Up, one of Charleston's most exciting tournaments. Sean breaks down everything you need to know — from how the tournament works, the different divisions and prizes, to this year's turnout compared to past years. We also talk about the companies that are supporting the event and what makes the Red Spot Round Up stand out from other tournaments in the area. This episode really captures two different sides of the fishing world — the community culture with Casts & Drafts, and the competition and excitement of the Red Spot Round Up. I couldn't think of a better way to celebrate 50 episodes this season.