Dr. Matt Lewis: Redeye Bass Expert, Author, & Fly Fisherman
Dr. Lewis is a scientist who works in the field of genetics. he is the leading voice on the Alabama native species, Redeye Bass. Dr. Lewis literally wrote the book on fly fishing for redeye bass. Bryan has known Matt for about 5 years now, ever since he and Jonathan Kelley founded the Redeye Bass Slam. We discuss a host of topics from the immense fishing diversity of our beautiful state, Alabama all the way to why we should be good stewards of the resources that have been entrusted to us. Matt has some incredible insight and graciously shares his passion and story with us. If you love the sport of fly fishing and getting in the weeds on conservation, you won’t want to miss this episode.
Follow Matt’s instagram account here @Redeyebassflyfishing
Be sure to mark your calendar for the International Fly-Fishing Film Festival coming to Cahaba Brewery in Birmingham on March 18th hosted by Deep South Outfitters and Cahaba Riverkeeper. We will have a booth and would love to meet you.
Bring your stories and support a great cause. Tickets can be purchased at Deep South Outfitters, online, or at the doors (if available). Buy tickets online Here
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