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On today's episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast, I sit down with Sage Indendi Johnson from Katmai Trophy Lodge to talk about life as a full-time fly fishing guide, from the wild rivers of Alaska to the saltwater fisheries he guides during the offseason.
Sage shares how he first got into fly fishing and the outdoors, what led him to guiding professionally, and why Alaska became home. We break down what makes the fishery around Katmai Trophy Lodge so unique compared to other parts of the state, the biggest surprises he encountered during his first season guiding, and what anglers should expect when planning a trip to one of the world's premier fly fishing destinations.
We also discuss Alaska's ever-changing summer weather, how guides adapt to dramatic temperature swings throughout the day, and the gear Sage relies on to stay comfortable while spending countless hours on the water.
From there, we shift gears and talk about his offseason guiding in saltwater, the differences between freshwater and saltwater guiding, and how each fishery challenges anglers in its own unique way.
Outside of fishing, Sage reflects on her time playing basketball at Oregon State University and the lessons she learned as a collegiate athlete that continue to influence his mindset as a professional fly fishing guide.
We wrap things up with five songs for the Trout Tunes Spotify playlist, plus final thanks and plugs.
If you're passionate about Alaska, saltwater fly fishing, guiding, and outdoor adventure, this is an episode you won't want to miss.
