WOT 154: A Scientific Approach to Trout Environment and Presentation with Jason Randall

In this Episode we WadeOutThere with Jason Randall from Viroqua, Wisconsin.  Jason grew up learning to fish from his father.   After serving in the army and attending college as a biology major, he worked briefly in the hatchery and fishery business, which helped influence the scientific approach he takes to fly fishing and trout. Jason credits the generosity of his many fly fishing mentors with helping him learn and progress over the years, and is the reason he values the educational aspect of the sport so much today.  Jason has been a teacher in fly fishing for decades, has written several fly fishing books, and was the trout feature writer for American Angler Magazine.  We discuss Jason’s scientific approach to fly fishing, the specific adjustments he makes based on water temperature, sky cover, sun angles, and water clarity.  As well as presentation techniques for accomplishing what Jason describes as “the three goals of nymphing.”You can follow along with Jason on his fly fishing journey or reach out to him on Instagram at:@jasonrandallfllyfishingIf you'd like more in depth information on the topics we discussed try these books from Jason:Nymph Masters. Fly Fishing Secrets From Master Anglers.Trout Sense. A Fly Fisher's Guide to What Trout See, Hear, and Smell.Feeding Time. A Fly Fisher's Guide to What, Where, and When Trout Eat.Moving Water.  A Fly Fisher's Guide to Currents.If you want more information on some of the topics we discussed try reading these blog posts from Wadeoutthere:How to Get the Most From Your Time on the WaterHow to Avoid Forgetting Your Fly Fishing GearFor more fly fishing stories, lessons learned, and artwork check out my blog and online gallery at Wadeoutthere.comVisit WadeOutThere.com/art for 10% off your first original painting or limited edition print from show host and artist Jason ShemchukNewsletter Sign-Up . Sign up for emails with new podcast episodes, blog articles, and updates on artwork from Jason.