Barry & Cathy Beck – A Tribute to a Legend

Fly Fishing Journeys

This podcast is a tribute to a legend, Cathy Beck. I was devasted to learn of Cathy’s passing shortly after recording this episode. Barry and Cathy have always been a massive inspiration to me. From traveling to amazing destinations around the world, their prominence as incredible fly anglers, and their beautiful photography that can be found on some of the best fly fishing magazines and catalogs have made them both highly respected ambassadors in our sport. It definitely hurts all over again, listening back to these wonderful stories and hearing her iconic voice again. I hope and pray you join me in celebrating Cathy’s life as we listen to these special moments together.

Episode Highlights

[04.07] Starting the conversation, Barry and Cathy share the story of how they’ve met.
[11.13] Prioritizing shared enjoyment and maintaining harmony.
[12.27] The importance of avoiding political discussions in group settings.
[22.05] Barry describes himself as both a photographer and a fly fisherman, emphasizing how each role complements the other.
[26.04] Cathy explains where her passion for fly-fishing came from.
[30.28] What Cathy she likes about the modern fly rod technology.
[33.40] Cathy explains the importance of using the right fly fishing line for the specific environment.
[36.02] Barry talks about his favorite destination for fly-fishing.
[42.52] Barry shares his deep appreciation for Patagonia.
[48.41] Barry’s thoughts on the importance of ethical and effective techniques for taking great fishing photos.
[53.05] The behind-the-scenes pressure and challenges faced by photographers and field editors.

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