“Most people want to leave the world better than they found it. It’s about equipping people to be able to do that. As a shop, we’re kind of like a gatekeeper. There’s all sorts of little things that when we do them right, lead to conservation.” – Ethan Martin, TaleTellers Fly Shop
This isn’t your grandfather’s pastime. Today’s guest is using a hobby to unite outdoor enthusiasts, protect natural spaces and build community. Ethan Martin is the owner of TaleTellers Fly Shop in downtown Lynchburg. Ethan explains why the intricacies of fly fishing, which is both an art and a science, is causing the hobby to explode in popularity. Fly fishing requires an understanding of ecosystems, and when an ecosystem changes, anglers are among the first to notice and act to protect it. TaleTellers Fly Shop has become a community hub for education and fellowship that is getting more people into the outdoors and connected with nature. Let’s Go!
Mentioned Links
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TaleTellers Fly Shop, Lynchburg: https://taletellersva.com/
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Contact Ethan Martin: https://taletellersva.com/pages/contact-us
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Visit Lynchburg: https://www.lynchburgvirginia.org/
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Constitution Park, Waynesboro: https://www.waynesboro.va.us/215/Constitution-Park
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Shenandoah National Park Fishing: https://home.nps.gov/shen/planyourvisit/fishing.htm
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George Washington and Jefferson National Forests Fishing: https://www.fs.usda.gov/activity/gwj/recreation/fishing
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James River Fishing – Upper and Middle River: https://dwr.virginia.gov/waterbody/james-river-upper-middle/
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James River Fishing – Tidal Area: https://dwr.virginia.gov/waterbody/james-river-tidal/
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Smith Mountain Lake State Park: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/smith-mountain-lake
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Washington Post Article: https://www.washingtonpost.com/science/hunting-pastime-spikes-during-pandemic-conservationists-are-glad-heres-why/2021/01/08/d0342dfa-3e5c-11eb-8bc0-ae155bee4aff_story.html
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Onx Hunting App: https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt-app
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