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Our mission is to share our Ozark outdoor adventures and inspire you to get outside and GET LOST. You’ll find us wet-wading with a fly rod or floating down the river, chasing the thrill of the catch. Every YouTube episode highlights the flies, gear, and techniques we’re using, along with extra behind-the-scenes thoughts in the video description—our “Backcast.” We’d love for you to subscribe and join us on the next adventure.

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Three & Done | Elk River Fly Fishing Session | Chasing Ozark Bronze

Three & Done | Elk River Fly Fishing Session | ...

Paul Salley

When life gets busy, finding time on the water isn’t easy—but it’s always worth it. In this CASTAFLY adventure, Paul and Conner chase Ozark smallmouth on Missouri’s Elk River with...

Three & Done | Elk River Fly Fishing Session | ...

Paul Salley

When life gets busy, finding time on the water isn’t easy—but it’s always worth it. In this CASTAFLY adventure, Paul and Conner chase Ozark smallmouth on Missouri’s Elk River with...

The Day the Dogs Finally Picked Me

The Day the Dogs Finally Picked Me

Paul Salley

Hey friends! I don’t usually talk about stuff like this, but I figured I’d share a recent change in my life. For years I’ve just kind of accepted my situation....

The Day the Dogs Finally Picked Me

Paul Salley

Hey friends! I don’t usually talk about stuff like this, but I figured I’d share a recent change in my life. For years I’ve just kind of accepted my situation....

Winter In The Ozarks | Creek Fishing | Multi-Species On The Fly

Winter In The Ozarks | Creek Fishing | Multi-Sp...

Paul Salley

A quiet creek and a couple of hours on the water just before Christmas Eve turned into exactly the reset I needed. This short, unhurried outing wasn’t about chasing numbers...

Winter In The Ozarks | Creek Fishing | Multi-Sp...

Paul Salley

A quiet creek and a couple of hours on the water just before Christmas Eve turned into exactly the reset I needed. This short, unhurried outing wasn’t about chasing numbers...

Roaring River Flies Only Catch and Release Opener 2025

Roaring River Flies Only Catch and Release Open...

Paul Salley

🌧️ Conditions: Warm, Windy, Beautiful Fall Day 💬 Drop a comment what's your favorite fall fly pattern! 📝 The Backcast (Episode Overview): What an incredible couple of days at Roaring...

Roaring River Flies Only Catch and Release Open...

Paul Salley

🌧️ Conditions: Warm, Windy, Beautiful Fall Day 💬 Drop a comment what's your favorite fall fly pattern! 📝 The Backcast (Episode Overview): What an incredible couple of days at Roaring...

Chasing Ozark Bronze: Fall Fly Fishing

Chasing Ozark Bronze: Fall Fly Fishing

Paul Salley

When the clouds roll in and the fall colors light up the Ozarks, there’s no better time to chase smallmouth bass on the fly. In this episode, we wade through...

Chasing Ozark Bronze: Fall Fly Fishing

Paul Salley

When the clouds roll in and the fall colors light up the Ozarks, there’s no better time to chase smallmouth bass on the fly. In this episode, we wade through...

On The Hunt Ozark Smallmouth Adventure on the James River

On The Hunt Ozark Smallmouth Adventure on the J...

Paul Salley

On this mid-September day, I had the chance to hit the water once again with Ozarks native Ryan Walker, owner of OSA Guides and Outfitters. On the hunt for Ozark...

On The Hunt Ozark Smallmouth Adventure on the J...

Paul Salley

On this mid-September day, I had the chance to hit the water once again with Ozarks native Ryan Walker, owner of OSA Guides and Outfitters. On the hunt for Ozark...

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