Our destination is Colorado’s Conejos River with expert fly angler and guide Spencer Seim of Zia Fly, Taos, New Mexico. The Conejos has it all—a hidden gem starting high in the San Juan Mountains with breathtaking views, every water type you could imagine, and trout so wise they’ll challenge the best of anglers.
Growing up in Lubbock, Texas, Spencer’s fascinating odyssey includes train hopping, meeting George W. Bush, fly fishing and guiding, and classic fly tying. His flies have been featured in The Drake, America’s Favorite Flies, and Smithsonian Magazine.
Today, Spencer shares his deep knowledge of the Conejos—covering key hatches, local fly patterns, and pro tips—as well as other local streams like Costilla Creek, Rio de Los Pinos, and Rio Pueblo along with stories, of Kit Carson, Taos Pueblo, guiding Bobby Knight, and his wild connection to the true-crime story, The Feather Thief. Better bring your A-game for this one!
With host, Steve Haigh
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Recorded December 12, 2024
