Episode 91 - NICK LYONS (joined by CRAIG MATHEWS) - The Voice Behind Modern Flyfishing

Recorded on the banks of O’Dell Creek just outside of Yellowstone Country, this episode of Waypoints is unlike any we’ve ever done. Host Jim Klug sits down outdoors with two of the most important and influential figures in the history of modern flyfishing: legendary writer, editor, and publisher Nick Lyons and renowned Yellowstone guide, author, and conservationist Craig Mathews. Against the backdrop of one of Montana’s most iconic spring creeks, the conversation explores the roots of flyfishing storytelling, the evolution of the writing in the world of flyfishing, and the friendships and connections that helped shape an entire generation of anglers.  

More than just a podcast interview, this episode feels like a rare and intimate conversation between two men whose lives have become deeply woven into the fabric of flyfishing history. From the early days of outdoor writing and the founding of Lyons Press, to discussions about great flyfishing writers, the changing landscape of media, and the meaning of the sport itself, Nick and Craig share stories, wisdom, and perspective that only come from a lifetime spent on the water. Honest and deeply nostalgic at times, this is a special episode for anyone who cares about flyfishing —not just as a sport, but as a culture, a tradition, and a way of life. 

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