The Backcountry Fly Fishing Podcast

Get to the Hoppa - The Art of Fishing Terrestrials

May 8, 2026·48 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Summer means one thing: it’s time to throw big bugs. In this episode, Ross dives deep into the world of terrestrial fly fishing—grasshoppers, beetles, ants, and the explosive eats that make them one of the most addictive ways to catch trout. From favorite patterns and simple fly design to rigging hopper-droppers and understanding where these insects actually fit into the ecosystem, this is a full breakdown of how and why terrestrials work. Ross explains why trout treat these bugs like high-ca...

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