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The Barbless Fly Fishing Podcast Guest Joe Slusark

Entomologist

Joe is an entomologist from Chico State, for over 20 years Joe has been living his dream wading chest deep in the world of entomology. Joe is also an avid fly angler and given his expertise in entomology is rumored to be one of the most efficient and deadliest fly anglers in Northern California.

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Joe Slusark's Episodes

Species Spotlight – Caddis – Entomologist Joe Slusark

5 years ago

Season 3, Episode 99

Species Spotlight – Caddis – Entomologist Joe Slusark

What if you had an entomologist with you on the way to your next fishing spot? If you listen to this episode you pretty much will! Caddis are one of the most prolific insects in our lakes, rivers, and streams. The best anglers we know always make a point to stop at the water’s edge […]

Hex, Bugs and Rock and Roll – Hal Janssen and Joe Slusark

5 years ago

Season 3, Episode 88

Hex, Bugs and Rock and Roll – Hal Janssen and Joe Slusark

If a trout is Pulp Fiction’s Jules Winnfield, then the Hexagenia Limbata is basically a Big Kahuna Burger – they are about the same size and tasty AF. Join us as we sit back down with The Petaluma Pigmy (Hal Janssen) to pick his brain on all things Hex Hatch – when and where to […]

Bug Porn – Joe Slusark

6 years ago

Season 2, Episode 53

Bug Porn – Joe Slusark

Did you know that a bug is not an insect and an insect is not a bug? Did you know that mayflies like to dance and make love too? Ever wonder what fly to tie on during that blizzard hatch? We have the answers and more on this podcast with one of our dearest friends […]