Many of us understand the sense of freedom provided by fishing. But, many of us will never understand how powerful that sense of freedom was for some. Daniel talks to filmmaker Cory Shiozaki about the dark chapter of concentration camps in the US, which incarcerated over a hundred thousand American citizens. One such concentration camp was Manzanar, in the Eastern Sierra. At Manzanar, some internees risked their lives to sneak out and go fishing, possibly tenkara, in the Eastern Sierra to get some respite, and a sense of freedom and dignity not allowed to them otherwise. Fishing always brings with it a glimmer of hope. But, it can also provide a sense of freedom, and dignity, as the story behind the Manzanar Fishing Club shows us. Listen to their conversation to learn more about how human rights and fishing come together. Learn more at https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/manzanar-fishing-club/

Many of us understand the sense of freedom provided by fishing. But, many of us will never understand how powerful that sense of freedom was for some. Daniel talks to filmmaker Cory Shiozaki about the dark chapter of concentration camps in the US, which incarcerated over a hundred thousand American citizens. One such concentration camp was Manzanar, in the Eastern Sierra. At Manzanar, some internees risked their lives to sneak out and go fishing, possibly tenkara, in the Eastern Sierra to get some respite, and a sense of freedom and dignity not allowed to them otherwise. Fishing always brings with it a glimmer of hope. But, it can also provide a sense of freedom, and dignity, as the story behind the Manzanar Fishing Club shows us. Listen to their conversation to learn more about how human rights and fishing come together. Learn more at <a href="https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/manzanar-fishing-club/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/manzanar-fishing-club/</a>

Conversations: Manzanar Fishing Club

Chris Hunt

Chris Hunt is Trout Unlimited's National Digital Director and author of Catching Yellowstone's Wild Trout: A Fly-Fishing History and Guide as well as Fly Fishing Idaho's Secret Waters. In this episode Chris will guide you through Idaho's fly-fishing landscape inspiring you to search for your tenkara in its beautiful and diverse waters.  Chris is a tenkara angler, in fact one of the earliest adopters of tenkara in the US. From the South to North, East to West, Daniel and Chris talk about the ideal places for tenkara in Idaho and the fish you can catch there. From high desert landscape to the mountainous country of the Teton and Sawtooth, tenkara rods can be the ideal tool to travel and fish around the state. For more information, and for links to the items mentioned in this article, please visit: https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/tenkara-idaho-with-chris-hunt

Chris Hunt is Trout Unlimited's National Digital Director and author of Catching Yellowstone's Wild Trout: A Fly-Fishing History and Guide as well as Fly Fishing Idaho's Secret Waters. In this episode Chris will guide you through Idaho's fly-fishing landscape inspiring you to search for your tenkara in its beautiful and diverse waters. Chris is a tenkara angler, in fact one of the earliest adopters of tenkara in the US. From the South to North, East to West, Daniel and Chris talk about the ideal places for tenkara in Idaho and the fish you can catch there. From high desert landscape to the mountainous country of the Teton and Sawtooth, tenkara rods can be the ideal tool to travel and fish around the state. For more information, and for links to the items mentioned in this article, please visit: <a href="https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/tenkara-idaho-with-chris-hunt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/tenkara-idaho-with-chris-hunt</a>

Destinations: Idaho with Chris Hunt

Jason Klass

This time Daniel talks to Jason Klass, the prolific tenkara blogger behind Tenkara Talk. They talk about the 10 years of tenkara, discuss the use of the term "tenkara masters", and more. After their conversation, Daniel also speaks his mind about our support and solidarity for the Black Lives Matter movement. After all, our mission to improve our environment is only driven by the people who will enjoy it, and they must be alive and feel safe to enjoy the environment for which we work so hard for.For more information, please visit: https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/tenkara-talk-with-jason-klass-2

This time Daniel talks to Jason Klass, the prolific tenkara blogger behind Tenkara Talk. They talk about the 10 years of tenkara, discuss the use of the term "tenkara masters", and more. After their conversation, Daniel also speaks his mind about our support and solidarity for the Black Lives Matter movement. After all, our mission to improve our environment is only driven by the people who will enjoy it, and they must be alive and feel safe to enjoy the environment for which we work so hard for. For more information, please visit: <a href="https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/tenkara-talk-with-jason-klass-2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/tenkara-talk-with-jason-klass-2</a>

Conversation with Jason Klass and more

Mountain streams are a beautiful refuge for anglers, and tenkara really shines in mountain stream above all other methods. Fishing mountain streams has its unique challenges, things to look for, and some techniques that can be handy to know. This episode covers all of that and more so you can make the most of your tenkara rod when you go fish mountain streams.For more information visit: https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/fish-mountain-streams

Mountain streams are a beautiful refuge for anglers, and tenkara really shines in mountain stream above all other methods. Fishing mountain streams has its unique challenges, things to look for, and some techniques that can be handy to know. This episode covers all of that and more so you can make the most of your tenkara rod when you go fish mountain streams. For more information visit: <a href="https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/fish-mountain-streams" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/fish-mountain-streams</a>

How To Fish A Mountain Stream

In over a decade in business we have received many questions on all aspects of tenkara. This is the first episode trying to cover as many questions as we could compile on tenkara lines, tenkara flies and more.For more information please visit: https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/questions-about-tenkara-flies-lines

In over a decade in business we have received many questions on all aspects of tenkara. This is the first episode trying to cover as many questions as we could compile on tenkara lines, tenkara flies and more. For more information please visit: <a href="https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/questions-about-tenkara-flies-lines" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/questions-about-tenkara-flies-lines</a>

Tenkara Q&A Part 2: Tenkara Lines, Tenkara Flies, and more

Through over a decade in business we have received many questions on all aspects of tenkara. This is the first episode trying to cover as many questions as we could compile on tenkara rods. For more information visit: https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/questions-about-tenkara-rods

Through over a decade in business we have received many questions on all aspects of tenkara. This is the first episode trying to cover as many questions as we could compile on tenkara rods. For more information visit: <a href="https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/questions-about-tenkara-rods" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/questions-about-tenkara-rods</a>

Tenkara Q&A Part 1: Tenkara Rods

Note: This is a great episode to watch a video. Please head to Tenkara USA , https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/all-about-tenkara-nets, for the full video In this episode we cover all you need to know about tenkara nets focusing on how to make a tenkara net. The episode is our longest one, at over an hour and twenty minutes, to so help you navigate it we are including the time stamps below for your reference.  Tenkara nets have some key advantages over most other nets, and they can be a lot of fun to make as well. For more information visit www.tenkarausa.com/nets • What are tenkara nets (3:10)      - What are the differences between tenkara nets and other fly-fishing nets, the advantages of tenkara nets for fly-fishing, and how to use a tenkara net (4:30)      - What are the best sizes for tenkara nets (6:50)      - How tenkara nets are made (11:00)      - The origins and history of tenkara nets (11:40) • How to make a tenkara net (starting at 17:00)     - What tree to use for making tenkara nets (21:13)     - How to select a branch for making your tenkara net (26:40)     - Ideal handle size for a tenkara net and how to land a fish with your net (30:00)     - Ideal tenkara net shape (31:50)     - Wabi-sabi: tenkara nets with character (32:20)     - Preventing tenkara net breakage and fixing a tenkara net (37:50)     - When to collect a branch for making a tenkara net (38:40)     - What tools you need to make a tenkara net (40:00)     - How to shape a branch with steam (52:57)     - Drying a branch to make your tenkara net (54:37)     - Prevent cracks when working with wood and your tenkara net (56:13)     - Splicing the joint of a tenkara net hoop (58:50)     - How to finish your tenkara net: varnishes, sanding, etc (1:06:35)     - How to attach the mesh bag to your tenkara net (1:15:28)     - Teaser! New Tenkara USA net on the horizon! (1:19:40)

Note: This is a great episode to watch a video. Please head to Tenkara USA , <a href="https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/all-about-tenkara-nets" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/all-about-tenkara-nets</a>, for the full video In this episode we cover all you need to know about tenkara nets focusing on how to make a tenkara net. The episode is our longest one, at over an hour and twenty minutes, to so help you navigate it we are including the time stamps below for your reference. Tenkara nets have some key advantages over most other nets, and they can be a lot of fun to make as well. For more information visit <a href="http://www.tenkarausa.com/nets" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.tenkarausa.com/nets</a> • What are tenkara nets (3:10) - What are the differences between tenkara nets and other fly-fishing nets, the advantages of tenkara nets for fly-fishing, and how to use a tenkara net (4:30) - What are the best sizes for tenkara nets (6:50) - How tenkara nets are made (11:00) - The origins and history of tenkara nets (11:40) • How to make a tenkara net (starting at 17:00) - What tree to use for making tenkara nets (21:13) - How to select a branch for making your tenkara net (26:40) - Ideal handle size for a tenkara net and how to land a fish with your net (30:00) - Ideal tenkara net shape (31:50) - Wabi-sabi: tenkara nets with character (32:20) - Preventing tenkara net breakage and fixing a tenkara net (37:50) - When to collect a branch for making a tenkara net (38:40) - What tools you need to make a tenkara net (40:00) - How to shape a branch with steam (52:57) - Drying a branch to make your tenkara net (54:37) - Prevent cracks when working with wood and your tenkara net (56:13) - Splicing the joint of a tenkara net hoop (58:50) - How to finish your tenkara net: varnishes, sanding, etc (1:06:35) - How to attach the mesh bag to your tenkara net (1:15:28) - Teaser! New Tenkara USA net on the horizon! (1:19:40)

All About Tenkara Nets

Daniel talks through his process of covering water while fly-fishing: how to approach it, tips on stealth, dealing with wind, and how to cover water to maximize opportunities to catch fish. We all think of fly-fishing as a form of meditation, but perhaps we can't (or shouldn't?) get to the water for now, so this time we are trying something different and at the end of the episode Daniel does a 5-minute guided meditation with you.For more information please visit https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/covering-water

Daniel talks through his process of covering water while fly-fishing: how to approach it, tips on stealth, dealing with wind, and how to cover water to maximize opportunities to catch fish. We all think of fly-fishing as a form of meditation, but perhaps we can't (or shouldn't?) get to the water for now, so this time we are trying something different and at the end of the episode Daniel does a 5-minute guided meditation with you. For more information please visit <a href="https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/covering-water" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/covering-water</a>

Covering Water + a 5-minute Meditation

It is important that we find a bit of serenity and peace at the moment, and tenkara fly-fishing might be just the thing to help with that. As we are asked to stay at or close to home these days, this episode focuses on encouraging you to go fishing in the waters you may have overlooked, or to find new waters within each reach to go fishing. Daniel shares a couple of tools he uses when scouting for prospective waters, and how we may have to redefine the idea of "tenkara-perfect" waters at the moment. More information and resources mentioned in this episode can be found at  https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/finding-new-waters-to-fish/

It is important that we find a bit of serenity and peace at the moment, and tenkara fly-fishing might be just the thing to help with that. As we are asked to stay at or close to home these days, this episode focuses on encouraging you to go fishing in the waters you may have overlooked, or to find new waters within each reach to go fishing. Daniel shares a couple of tools he uses when scouting for prospective waters, and how we may have to redefine the idea of "tenkara-perfect" waters at the moment. More information and resources mentioned in this episode can be found at <a href="https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/finding-new-waters-to-fish/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/finding-new-waters-to-fish/</a>

How to Find and Explore New Fishing Waters

I'm back! We are reviving the Tenkara Cast to keep you company during these times when social distancing becomes so important and tenkara happens to give us an easy and fun way to do that. We are facing a time of uncertainty and anxiety, but we will come out the other side, stronger. But at the moment we need to do our part and slow the spread of COVID by finding ways to socially distance for a bit, let's all do our part. Episode and more information found at: : https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/social-distancing-and-tenkaraReferenced in this episode:CDC Coronavirus Page https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/index.htmlTenkara USA free downloads (Tenkara Magazines and Tenkara Coloring Book): https://www.tenkarausa.com/tenkara-magazines-volumes-1-2-and-3-now-available-for-free-here/

I'm back! We are reviving the Tenkara Cast to keep you company during these times when social distancing becomes so important and tenkara happens to give us an easy and fun way to do that. We are facing a time of uncertainty and anxiety, but we will come out the other side, stronger. But at the moment we need to do our part and slow the spread of COVID by finding ways to socially distance for a bit, let's all do our part. Episode and more information found at: : <a href="https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/social-distancing-and-tenkara" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/social-distancing-and-tenkara</a> Referenced in this episode: CDC Coronavirus Page <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/index.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/index.html</a> Tenkara USA free downloads (Tenkara Magazines and Tenkara Coloring Book): <a href="https://www.tenkarausa.com/tenkara-magazines-volumes-1-2-and-3-now-available-for-free-here/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.tenkarausa.com/tenkara-magazines-volumes-1-2-and-3-now-available-for-free-here/</a>

Social Distancing

The Tenkara Cast with Daniel Galhardo is a podcast on tenkara, the Japanese method of fly-fishing that uses only a rod, line and fly. The Tenkara Cast episodes are about sharing the stories, techniques and philosophy and other information that will inspire you to keep your fly-fishing simple and explore the outdoors. The recording of the Tenkara Cast is supported by Tenkara USA, the first company to introduce tenkara outside of Japan. Sharing the tenkara story™

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Keep them coming. Great Company and thanks for sharing your tips and tricks.

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The Tenkara Cast with Daniel Galhardo is a podcast on tenkara, the Japanese method of fly-fishing that uses only a rod, line and fly. The Tenkara Cast episodes are about sharing the stories, techniques and philosophy and other information that will inspire you to keep your fly-fishing simple and explore the outdoors. The recording of the Tenkara Cast is supported by Tenkara USA, the first company to introduce tenkara outside of Japan. Sharing the tenkara story™

Tenkara Cast - a podcast about tenkara fly-fishing

We always talk about how tenkara focuses more on the technique than gear, so much so that most experienced tenkara anglers don't even change flies. But what exactly does relying on technique more than gear mean? What are the techniques used in tenkara? Daniel discusses the main techniques and fly presentations he uses to entice fish with a tenkara rod, line and fly. For more information about these techniques and to watch a video on what these look like, please visit http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/technique-an-overview-of-tenkara-fly-presentations

We always talk about how tenkara focuses more on the technique than gear, so much so that most experienced tenkara anglers don't even change flies. But what exactly does relying on technique more than gear mean? What are the techniques used in tenkara? Daniel discusses the main techniques and fly presentations he uses to entice fish with a tenkara rod, line and fly. For more information about these techniques and to watch a video on what these look like, please visit <a href="http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/technique-an-overview-of-tenkara-fly-presentations" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/technique-an-overview-of-tenkara-fly-presentations</a>

Tenkara techniques - an overview

Fly-fishing small streams and tight waters require the right tactics. In this episode Daniel Galhardo discusses the equipment, rig and techniques used to fish small small streams and tight waters with a tenkara rod, line and fly. Referenced in this episode:The Rhodo tenkara rod: http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/product_info.php/products_id/165Episode page:

Fly-fishing small streams and tight waters require the right tactics. In this episode Daniel Galhardo discusses the equipment, rig and techniques used to fish small small streams and tight waters with a tenkara rod, line and fly. Referenced in this episode: The Rhodo tenkara rod: <a href="http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/product_info.php/products_id/165" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/product_info.php/products_id/165</a> Episode page:

Fishing Small Streams and Tight Waters

"Simplicity is a choice. It is easy to make things in life complex, but these complexities don't usually add to our experience" - Daniel Galhardo, in "tenkara - the book".Gin and Tonic in hands, Daniel, Jeremy Shellhorn, and Adam Trahan sit down to have a conversation about simplicity.For more information and to reach Daniel's essay on simplicity please visit:http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/on-simplicity/

"Simplicity is a choice. It is easy to make things in life complex, but these complexities don't usually add to our experience" - Daniel Galhardo, in "tenkara - the book". Gin and Tonic in hands, Daniel, Jeremy Shellhorn, and Adam Trahan sit down to have a conversation about simplicity. For more information and to reach Daniel's essay on simplicity please visit: <a href="http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/on-simplicity/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/on-simplicity/</a>

On Simplicity

Bart Lombardo

Daniel sits down with Bart Lombardo, a long time tenkara enthusiast and panfish aficionado, as well as TJ Ferreira for a conversation about the use of the tenkara method of fishing for warm-water fish species and panfish. In this episode they share their preferred gear and techniques.To learn more from Bart, visit his website https://www.panfishonthefly.com/. And, for further resources referenced in this episode please visit http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/panfish-on-tenkara

Daniel sits down with Bart Lombardo, a long time tenkara enthusiast and panfish aficionado, as well as TJ Ferreira for a conversation about the use of the tenkara method of fishing for warm-water fish species and panfish. In this episode they share their preferred gear and techniques. To learn more from Bart, visit his website <a href="https://www.panfishonthefly.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.panfishonthefly.com/</a>. And, for further resources referenced in this episode please visit <a href="http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/panfish-on-tenkara" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/panfish-on-tenkara</a>

Panfish on Tenkara with Bart Lombardo

Learn some tips to help you avoid frustrations on your next tenkara outing and also listen to a conversation with Colorado Trout Unlimited to learn about their challenges and how to get involved.-----With this episode we are doing a soft relaunch of the Tenkara Cast. Starting now, episodes will be more focused on giving you practical tips and advice to help you on your next tenkara outings. In addition, since tenkara is introducing so many new people to fly-fishing, we thought it was important to also introduce people to the work of Trout Unlimited. In every episode Daniel will spend a few minutes talking to a different chapter of Trout Unlimited across the United States (http://www.tu.org)to find out what challenges chapters are focusing their attention on, what their main projects are, and how you can get involved with your local TU chapter. For more information on things referenced in this episode, please visit http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/5-tips-for-avoiding-frustrations-with-tenkara-colorado-trout-unlimited

Learn some tips to help you avoid frustrations on your next tenkara outing and also listen to a conversation with Colorado Trout Unlimited to learn about their challenges and how to get involved. ----- With this episode we are doing a soft relaunch of the Tenkara Cast. Starting now, episodes will be more focused on giving you practical tips and advice to help you on your next tenkara outings. In addition, since tenkara is introducing so many new people to fly-fishing, we thought it was important to also introduce people to the work of Trout Unlimited. In every episode Daniel will spend a few minutes talking to a different chapter of Trout Unlimited across the United States (<a href="http://www.tu.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tu.org</a>)to find out what challenges chapters are focusing their attention on, what their main projects are, and how you can get involved with your local TU chapter. For more information on things referenced in this episode, please visit <a href="http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/5-tips-for-avoiding-frustrations-with-tenkara-colorado-trout-unlimited" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/5-tips-for-avoiding-frustrations-with-tenkara-colorado-trout-unlimited</a>

5 Tips for Avoiding Frustrations with Tenkara + Colorado Trout Unlimited

Many of us don't have mountain streams nearby but may have lakes and ponds easily accessible. In this episode Daniel talks about his strategies, equipment and techniques for fishing with a tenkara rod, line and fly in lakes and ponds for trout, panfish and bass.

Many of us don't have mountain streams nearby but may have lakes and ponds easily accessible. In this episode Daniel talks about his strategies, equipment and techniques for fishing with a tenkara rod, line and fly in lakes and ponds for trout, panfish and bass.

Fishing Lakes And Ponds

Mark Cole

In this episode of the Tenkara Cast, Daniel sits down with Mark Cole to discuss the native trout of Colorado and Mark's pursuit of catching and documenting each of Colorado's native trout with his wife Judy. For items referenced in this article, please visit http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/chasing-colorados-native-trout-with-mark-cole/

In this episode of the Tenkara Cast, Daniel sits down with Mark Cole to discuss the native trout of Colorado and Mark's pursuit of catching and documenting each of Colorado's native trout with his wife Judy. For items referenced in this article, please visit <a href="http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/chasing-colorados-native-trout-with-mark-cole/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/chasing-colorados-native-trout-with-mark-cole/</a>

Chasing Native Colorado Trout With Mark Cole

Henry Barber

Tenkara is a mountain stream method of fly-fishing, that uses a tenkara rod, line and fly. But, the tenkara rod is also a tool that people all over the world are now using in their own unique way, such as in salt water. To learn more about how people are using tenkara rods, Daniel visited the coast of Maine to fish with Henry Barber, a renowned rock climber who has been using Tenkara USA rods for catching striped bass on the surf, in coastal rivers and from rocks on the coast. After a couple of days of fishing, they sat down by a fire and discussed the experience. And, in the second part of the episode Daniel has a conversation with Nicole Silk, president of the River Network, to learn more about what this cool non-profit has been doing to help protect and restore our rivers. For more information, things referenced in this episode, and photos of the striped bass fishing experienced, please visit: https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/tenkara-in-salt-with-henry-barber

Tenkara is a mountain stream method of fly-fishing, that uses a tenkara rod, line and fly. But, the tenkara rod is also a tool that people all over the world are now using in their own unique way, such as in salt water. To learn more about how people are using tenkara rods, Daniel visited the coast of Maine to fish with Henry Barber, a renowned rock climber who has been using Tenkara USA rods for catching striped bass on the surf, in coastal rivers and from rocks on the coast. After a couple of days of fishing, they sat down by a fire and discussed the experience. And, in the second part of the episode Daniel has a conversation with Nicole Silk, president of the River Network, to learn more about what this cool non-profit has been doing to help protect and restore our rivers. For more information, things referenced in this episode, and photos of the striped bass fishing experienced, please visit: <a href="https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/tenkara-in-salt-with-henry-barber" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/tenkara-in-salt-with-henry-barber</a>

Tenkara in Salt? A Conversation with Henry Barber + The River Network

Even with something as simple as tenkara, choosing your first tenkara rod may seem daunting. There are decisions to be made in terms of fish targeted and waters fished. In this episode, Daniel will walk you through the lineup of tenkara rods, tenkara lines and tenkara flies offered by Tenkara USA to help you choose your first tenkara rod. Hint: if you are having a hard time choosing, just get the adjustable Sato rod by Tenkara USA, it is ultra-light, covers the main lengths of tenkara rods, and will be a versatile rod in small and large waters alike. Referenced in this episode:Rhodo, adjustable 8’10”/ 9’9”/10’6”, the shortest tenkara rod is ideal for tight streams: http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/product_info.php/products_id/165Sato, adjustable 10’8”/ 11’10”/12’9”, probably the most versatile, our usual recommendation: http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/product_info.php/products_id/167Iwana, fixed 12', a lower price rod and a classic in the tenkara community: http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/product_info.php/products_id/110Amago, fixed 13'6", our "big fish" rod: http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/product_info.php/products_id/85Ito, adjustable 13' / 14'7", ideal for larger waters and often chosen as a 2nd rod: http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/product_info.php/products_id/125Lines: http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/index.php/categories/tenkara-linesFlies: http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/index.php/categories/tenkara-flies

Even with something as simple as tenkara, choosing your first tenkara rod may seem daunting. There are decisions to be made in terms of fish targeted and waters fished. In this episode, Daniel will walk you through the lineup of tenkara rods, tenkara lines and tenkara flies offered by Tenkara USA to help you choose your first tenkara rod. Hint: if you are having a hard time choosing, just get the adjustable Sato rod by Tenkara USA, it is ultra-light, covers the main lengths of tenkara rods, and will be a versatile rod in small and large waters alike. Referenced in this episode: Rhodo, adjustable 8’10”/ 9’9”/10’6”, the shortest tenkara rod is ideal for tight streams: <a href="http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/product_info.php/products_id/165" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/product_info.php/products_id/165</a> Sato, adjustable 10’8”/ 11’10”/12’9”, probably the most versatile, our usual recommendation: <a href="http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/product_info.php/products_id/167" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/product_info.php/products_id/167</a> Iwana, fixed 12', a lower price rod and a classic in the tenkara community: <a href="http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/product_info.php/products_id/110" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/product_info.php/products_id/110</a> Amago, fixed 13'6", our "big fish" rod: <a href="http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/product_info.php/products_id/85" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/product_info.php/products_id/85</a> Ito, adjustable 13' / 14'7", ideal for larger waters and often chosen as a 2nd rod: <a href="http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/product_info.php/products_id/125" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/product_info.php/products_id/125</a> Lines: <a href="http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/index.php/categories/tenkara-lines" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/index.php/categories/tenkara-lines</a> Flies: <a href="http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/index.php/categories/tenkara-flies" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tenkarausa.com/shop/index.php/categories/tenkara-flies</a>

Choosing a tenkara rod, tenkara line and tenkara flies

Beyond the tenkara rod, line and fly we normally use or carry other "support" gear with us. In this Short Cast Daniel discusses his favorite gear to wear or carry when he goes fishing.Show notes available at http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/short-cast-my-gear/You may subscribe to the Tenkara Cast on iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tenkara-cast-podcast-on-tenkara/id1030012409?mt=2

Beyond the tenkara rod, line and fly we normally use or carry other "support" gear with us. In this Short Cast Daniel discusses his favorite gear to wear or carry when he goes fishing. Show notes available at <a href="http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/short-cast-my-gear/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/short-cast-my-gear/</a> You may subscribe to the Tenkara Cast on iTunes: <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tenkara-cast-podcast-on-tenkara/id1030012409?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tenkara-cast-podcast-on-tenkara/id1030012409?mt=2</a>

Short Cast - My Gear

Morgan Lyle

Simplicity is the word most closely associated with tenkara, and certainly simple flies are a part of that. Morgan Lyle, inspired by the tenkara movement, created a book about that very topic: Simple Flies. His book, Simple Flies, features tenkara flies as well as other flies that use a minimal amount of materials and are not "fussy" to tie. Daniel and Morgan talk in-depth about simple flies as well as how to keep fly-fishing simple and whether the idea that any fly works has merit to it. Show notes available at: http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/simple-flies-a-conversation-with-author-and-tenkara-angler-morgan-lyle/You may subscribe to the Tenkara Cast  or leave a review on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tenkara-cast-podcast-on-tenkara/id1030012409?mt=2

Simplicity is the word most closely associated with tenkara, and certainly simple flies are a part of that. Morgan Lyle, inspired by the tenkara movement, created a book about that very topic: Simple Flies. His book, Simple Flies, features tenkara flies as well as other flies that use a minimal amount of materials and are not "fussy" to tie. Daniel and Morgan talk in-depth about simple flies as well as how to keep fly-fishing simple and whether the idea that any fly works has merit to it. Show notes available at: <a href="http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/simple-flies-a-conversation-with-author-and-tenkara-angler-morgan-lyle/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/simple-flies-a-conversation-with-author-and-tenkara-angler-morgan-lyle/</a> You may subscribe to the Tenkara Cast or leave a review on iTunes here: <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tenkara-cast-podcast-on-tenkara/id1030012409?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tenkara-cast-podcast-on-tenkara/id1030012409?mt=2</a>

Conversations: Morgan Lyle on Simple Flies

Mike Warren

Daniel talks to tenkara guide Mike Warren about tenkara fly-fishing in the Driftless Region of Wisconsin.More information, photos and videos at http://www.tenkarausa.com/tenkara-in-the-driftless-region-with-mike-warren

Daniel talks to tenkara guide Mike Warren about tenkara fly-fishing in the Driftless Region of Wisconsin. More information, photos and videos at <a href="http://www.tenkarausa.com/tenkara-in-the-driftless-region-with-mike-warren" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tenkarausa.com/tenkara-in-the-driftless-region-with-mike-warren</a>

Driftless With Mike Warren

Daniel has hit the road to spread tenkara and is currently living the not-so-glamorous "van life" with his wife and their husky. In this episode Daniel turns the tenkaravan into a makeshift studio and records his experience so far. After 11 days on the road Daniel and his wife have hit some cool spots, learned a few things and also fished for smallmouth bass with famous fly-fishing author Dave Hughes. For information referenced in this episode please visit: http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/vanlife-and-bass-fishing/

Daniel has hit the road to spread tenkara and is currently living the not-so-glamorous "van life" with his wife and their husky. In this episode Daniel turns the tenkaravan into a makeshift studio and records his experience so far. After 11 days on the road Daniel and his wife have hit some cool spots, learned a few things and also fished for smallmouth bass with famous fly-fishing author Dave Hughes. For information referenced in this episode please visit: <a href="http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/vanlife-and-bass-fishing/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/vanlife-and-bass-fishing/</a>

VanLife and Bass fishing

Tom Rosenbauer

In this episode Daniel speaks to one of the long-time gurus of fly-fishing, Tom Rosenbauer. Tom is known for his books on fly-fishing as well as videos and podcasts he has and continues to create in his tenure at the Orvis company. Like many people in the USA, Daniel has learned much about his fly-fishing due to Rosenbauer's work. Nowadays you can see Tom with a tenkara rod in some of his favorite waters in Vermont. Referenced in this episode: Tom's podcast, The Orvis Fly Fishing Guide: http://www.orvis.com/s/fly-fishing-guide-podcasts/4047The tenkara episodes in Tom's podcast:Episode 1: http://www.orvis.com/news/fly-fishing/Podcast-Rosenbauer-Interviews-Galhardo-on-Tenkara/Episode 2:  http://www.orvis.com/news/fly-fishing/podcast-return-of-thetenkara-master/Tenkara for sale at Orvis: http://www.orvis.com/p/tenkara-sato-outfit/2cpx

In this episode Daniel speaks to one of the long-time gurus of fly-fishing, Tom Rosenbauer. Tom is known for his books on fly-fishing as well as videos and podcasts he has and continues to create in his tenure at the Orvis company. Like many people in the USA, Daniel has learned much about his fly-fishing due to Rosenbauer's work. Nowadays you can see Tom with a tenkara rod in some of his favorite waters in Vermont. Referenced in this episode: Tom's podcast, The Orvis Fly Fishing Guide: <a href="http://www.orvis.com/s/fly-fishing-guide-podcasts/4047" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.orvis.com/s/fly-fishing-guide-podcasts/4047</a> The tenkara episodes in Tom's podcast: Episode 1: <a href="http://www.orvis.com/news/fly-fishing/Podcast-Rosenbauer-Interviews-Galhardo-on-Tenkara/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.orvis.com/news/fly-fishing/Podcast-Rosenbauer-Interviews-Galhardo-on-Tenkara/</a> Episode 2: <a href="http://www.orvis.com/news/fly-fishing/podcast-return-of-thetenkara-master/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.orvis.com/news/fly-fishing/podcast-return-of-thetenkara-master/</a> Tenkara for sale at Orvis: <a href="http://www.orvis.com/p/tenkara-sato-outfit/2cpx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.orvis.com/p/tenkara-sato-outfit/2cpx</a>

Conversations: Tom Rosenbauer, Orvis

Tenkara shows us there is a different way of thinking about fly-fishing, and that includes how we think about bugs and their relation with fly-fishing. In this episode Daniel discusses the relationship of entomology, the study of bugs and a cornerstone of western fly-fishing, and tenkara. Referenced in this episode:Bugs of the Underworld by Ralph and Lisa Cutter: http://www.flyline.com/shop/bugs_of_the_underworld/Learn more at: http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/short-cast-entomology-and-tenkara/

Tenkara shows us there is a different way of thinking about fly-fishing, and that includes how we think about bugs and their relation with fly-fishing. In this episode Daniel discusses the relationship of entomology, the study of bugs and a cornerstone of western fly-fishing, and tenkara. Referenced in this episode: Bugs of the Underworld by Ralph and Lisa Cutter: <a href="http://www.flyline.com/shop/bugs_of_the_underworld/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.flyline.com/shop/bugs_of_the_underworld/</a> Learn more at: <a href="http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/short-cast-entomology-and-tenkara/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/short-cast-entomology-and-tenkara/</a>

Short Cast: Entomology and tenkara

Rod Breakages

Tenkara rod breakages are never fun. Luckily it is generally very easy to prevent tenkara rods from breaking, and it is even easier to fix tenkara rods. In this episode of the Tenkara Cast I talk to several customers about their experiences breaking tenkara rods and how they got their tenkara rods repaired. I also chat with TJ and John, who handle customer service and repairs at Tenkara USA about the most common causes of rod breakages and how to prevent and fix those breakages. Music generously provided by Nick "Takenobu" Ogawa: www.takenobumusic.comShow notes available at http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/rod-breakages-why-tenkara-rods-break-how-to-fix-a-tenkara-rod-and-some-stories/You may also subscribe to the Tenkara Cast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tenkara-cast-podcast-on-tenkara/id1030012409?mt=2

Tenkara rod breakages are never fun. Luckily it is generally very easy to prevent tenkara rods from breaking, and it is even easier to fix tenkara rods. In this episode of the Tenkara Cast I talk to several customers about their experiences breaking tenkara rods and how they got their tenkara rods repaired. I also chat with TJ and John, who handle customer service and repairs at Tenkara USA about the most common causes of rod breakages and how to prevent and fix those breakages. Music generously provided by Nick "Takenobu" Ogawa: <a href="http://www.takenobumusic.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.takenobumusic.com</a> Show notes available at <a href="http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/rod-breakages-why-tenkara-rods-break-how-to-fix-a-tenkara-rod-and-some-stories/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/rod-breakages-why-tenkara-rods-break-how-to-fix-a-tenkara-rod-and-some-stories/</a> You may also subscribe to the Tenkara Cast on iTunes: <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tenkara-cast-podcast-on-tenkara/id1030012409?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tenkara-cast-podcast-on-tenkara/id1030012409?mt=2</a>

Tenkara Rod Breakages and how to repair your tenkara rod

In this episode Daniel reflects on the last few weeks of fishing and the concept of using "one fly" v. matching the hatch. Further, Daniel gives you an update about the 6th Tenkara Summit which counted on over 300 attendees. More information at www.tenkarausa.com/podcast

In this episode Daniel reflects on the last few weeks of fishing and the concept of using "one fly" v. matching the hatch. Further, Daniel gives you an update about the 6th Tenkara Summit which counted on over 300 attendees. More information at <a href="http://www.tenkarausa.com/podcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.tenkarausa.com/podcast</a>

Eclipse and Summit: learning more about tenkara flies

Biking and tenkara are a perfect combination. In this episod, Daniel talks to Russ Roca of the blog PathLessPedaled.com about #bikefishing and how to combine tenkara and biking for fun days out. Tenkara+ Biking, there's real fun to be had with that combo!In the second part of today's episode Daniel talks to Bart Lombardo, president of the Central Jersey Trout Unlimited group, to find out more about the issues, challenges and projects Central Jersey TU is facing as well as to learn a bit more about the trout fishing in New Jersey. For more information please visit https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/bikefishing-central-jersey-trout-unlimited http://www.pathlesspedaled.com/ http://cjtu.org/

Biking and tenkara are a perfect combination. In this episod, Daniel talks to Russ Roca of the blog <a href="http://PathLessPedaled.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">PathLessPedaled.com</a> about #bikefishing and how to combine tenkara and biking for fun days out. Tenkara+ Biking, there's real fun to be had with that combo! In the second part of today's episode Daniel talks to Bart Lombardo, president of the Central Jersey Trout Unlimited group, to find out more about the issues, challenges and projects Central Jersey TU is facing as well as to learn a bit more about the trout fishing in New Jersey. For more information please visit <a href="https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/bikefishing-central-jersey-trout-unlimited" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/bikefishing-central-jersey-trout-unlimited</a> <a href="http://www.pathlesspedaled.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.pathlesspedaled.com/</a> <a href="http://cjtu.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://cjtu.org/</a>

Bikefishing + Central New Jersey Trout Unlimited

John Gierach

Few writers in the realm of fly-fishing have achieved the iconic status of John Gierach. One of the great honors of my career has been to have piqued Gierach's interest in tenkara, and then to fish with him on a few occasions. Last year he released his latest book, All Fishermen are Liars, I'm still debating whether the inclusion in a book with this title is something of which to be proud...but I guess I am. John and I sat down last year to have a conversation about his experiences with tenkara . We put out the video you can see on the link: http://www.tenkarausa.com/john-gierach-talks-tenkara-all-fishermen-are-liars/. Since that interview several people asked us to release the full interview, and the podcast is a great medium for that. So, here is our unabridged conversation...except for a couple of small cuts for when we got too distracted by his cute cats.Check out John Gierach's book here: http://books.simonandschuster.com/All-Fishermen-Are-Liars/John-Gierach/9781451618327Subscribe to Tenkara Cast and leave us a review in iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tenkara-cast-podcast-on-tenkara/id1030012409?mt=2

Few writers in the realm of fly-fishing have achieved the iconic status of John Gierach. One of the great honors of my career has been to have piqued Gierach's interest in tenkara, and then to fish with him on a few occasions. Last year he released his latest book, <a href="http://books.simonandschuster.com/All-Fishermen-Are-Liars/John-Gierach/9781451618327" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">All Fishermen are Liars</a>, I'm still debating whether the inclusion in a book with this title is something of which to be proud...but I guess I am. John and I sat down last year to have a conversation about his experiences with tenkara . We put out the video you can see on the link: <a href="http://www.tenkarausa.com/john-gierach-talks-tenkara-all-fishermen-are-liars/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tenkarausa.com/john-gierach-talks-tenkara-all-fishermen-are-liars/</a>. Since that interview several people asked us to release the full interview, and the podcast is a great medium for that. So, here is our unabridged conversation...except for a couple of small cuts for when we got too distracted by his cute cats. Check out John Gierach's book here: <a href="http://books.simonandschuster.com/All-Fishermen-Are-Liars/John-Gierach/9781451618327" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://books.simonandschuster.com/All-Fishermen-Are-Liars/John-Gierach/9781451618327</a> Subscribe to Tenkara Cast and leave us a review in iTunes: <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tenkara-cast-podcast-on-tenkara/id1030012409?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tenkara-cast-podcast-on-tenkara/id1030012409?mt=2</a>

Interview With John Gierach

Fishing started as a means to secure food. As society evolved, it has become primarily a sport for most who practice it. Catch and release (C&amp;R) has become the norm and that ethos has allowed our society to engage in "sport" fishing to the extent it has. But, the roots of catching and keeping should not be ignored, and sometimes we need to keep a fish to know where our food comes from. In this episode Daniel discusses Catch and Keep as well as Catch and Release practices. When is it okay to keep fish? More information available at Fishing started as a means to secure food. As society evolved, it has become primarily a sport for most who practice it. Catch and release (C&amp;R) has become the norm and that ethos has allowed our society to engage in "sport" fishing to the extent it has. But, the roots of catching and keeping should not be ignored, and sometimes we need to keep a fish to know where our food comes from. In this episode Daniel discusses Catch and Keep as well as Catch and Release practices. When is it okay to keep fish? More information available at http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/catch-and-keep-and-catch-and-release/

Fishing started as a means to secure food. As society evolved, it has become primarily a sport for most who practice it. Catch and release (C&amp;R) has become the norm and that ethos has allowed our society to engage in "sport" fishing to the extent it has. But, the roots of catching and keeping should not be ignored, and sometimes we need to keep a fish to know where our food comes from. In this episode Daniel discusses Catch and Keep as well as Catch and Release practices. When is it okay to keep fish? More information available at Fishing started as a means to secure food. As society evolved, it has become primarily a sport for most who practice it. Catch and release (C&amp;R) has become the norm and that ethos has allowed our society to engage in "sport" fishing to the extent it has. But, the roots of catching and keeping should not be ignored, and sometimes we need to keep a fish to know where our food comes from. In this episode Daniel discusses Catch and Keep as well as Catch and Release practices. When is it okay to keep fish? More information available at <a href="http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/catch-and-keep-and-catch-and-release/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tenkarausa.com/myportfolio/catch-and-keep-and-catch-and-release/</a>

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