FEATHERS & STRINGS: An Overnight Arkansas Fly Fishing Adventure (w/ JD Clayton)

We've been deep in the editing cave for the last couple weeks putting the finishing touches on this new film featuring our good friend and talented artist - the Arkansas Kid himself - ‪@jdclaytonofficial‬ We had a blast with JD exploring the Ozark Mountains and chasing big, native smallmouth during an overnight canoe float.
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[@bigeblunders]

JD has got himself a new listener - really like his style!

[@nicktaylor-4327]

I second this!

[@BluffLINEMedia]

Had a blast “working” with y’all on this! Great job!!

[@WildFlyProductions]

@@BluffLINEMedia likewise! Was a fun week. Thanks for being apart of it!

[@trevorknowles6739]

For the algo from Patreon 🤝 One thing I've noticed, the content has gotten so incredibly good, but your style is still there going back to the videos of your roots in WNC. Just perfecting your craft sir! Keep it up

[@Microfishingstory]

never heard of him before, but now my wife and I have him all throughout our playlist. Awesome music.

[@MegaChocs]

Well produced but the fishing didn’t heat up until 40 mins deep, incredible music from an incredible artist. Will definitely keep an eye out for him. Appreciate the kind work in this production.

[@lheftw1376]

How do your films keep getting better and better?!?! Amazing Scotty!!

[@WildFlyProductions]

Thanks boss! This was a special one. JD is the man and Ivan helped a ton with the edit which made all the difference.

[@craigisonychia]

clayton is funny as hell, def want another with him

[@davidmaynard848]

I just finished watching this. For the record, I learned about Wild Fly from my son’s good friend from high school, Jake Kaufman. I believe you and Jake may have been in the same frat at App St. I was hooked immediately watching all your productions. I learn about fly fishing, I’m a newbie, but I was drawn in by your ability to capture and convey the moment and pull your viewers in. It’s obvious a lot of thought and time goes into the process and your episodes have evolved and broadened. You have taken what started out as a hobby and turned into a production. I said all that to say this is my favorite episode ever. I love fishing and I love music. You guys had lots of laughs, but the vulnerability of sharing the realities of what you both do, made this an incredible episode. I will continue watching Wild Fly, but I am also a fan of JD Clayton. And hell yeah I wanna see more of Feathers & Strings. Thanks, David

[@SoCSquad]

JD thanks for sharing your story. Scotty keep up the amazing videos. It was awesome seeing you guys in Denver.

[@carlosr.982]

This is a wild fly classic

[@justinhalliburton7666]

Great episode! I appreciate you do your own sponsor advertisements and there was no corporate commercial breaks. 👍🏼 Keep up the great work!

[@ryancarey1535]

This is one of the best videos on KZbin - keep making them!

[@falcoaustralis]

Wonderfull mix: music and fly fishing...thanks from south of Chile...and good luck

[@reedbrakemusic]

Nice to see another fly fishing musician. Grateful for JD's insight on the music industry and the creative process. Bravo guys.

[@Bobbystairfishing]

Awesome video! Loved how you blended the fishing with the music-really well put together.

[@caangler6698]

He Scottie, incredible video as always. In regards to music, you need to check out Texas String Assembly. U might notice a similarity for most of the band members and yourself :)

[@brandoncassidy807]

My home towns all in one video. Welcome. I know you enjoyed your time. Come back and lets go trout fishing!

[@AlexanderCrespin-l1k]

I’ve started watching a couple days ago and have already watched a handful of hours of content you’ve made and Ive enjoyed every second of it

[@WildFlyProductions]

Dude! That awesome. So Stoked you found us!

[@AlexanderCrespin-l1k]

@ found you guys by looking for “saltwater fly fishing” and one of your videos looked interesting and after that I found myself watching a lot of the videos

[@MrHenry366]

This channel just gets better with every new video released! No other fly fishing channel comes close!

[@patrickreynolds8067]

Might be my favorite episode yet great fish and killer music 🤙🏼🎣

[@brendengaskins]

Great film! I'm loving the music from JD. As always, thanks for sharing.

[@microwave-kj4je]

Great video, Scottie. Thanks for showcasing an often overlooked region of the country. Arkansas was my childhood home, and I'm glad that you're bringing attention to its natural beauty. I hope you get a chance to chase some big Arkansas browns someday.

[@tristansleutel867]

instantly made my day, thank you Scottie and JD!

[@LayneKeller]

Been a JD Clayton fan since 2018. I’m fom the River Valley and I just absolutely love this production. Great job!

[@stevekottwitz4475]

Nice work crew. This one felt real good!

[@WildFlyProductions]

Means a lot to hear that! Cheers.

[@JwsOndafly]

Another best awesome film Mr Scotty… JD and band are awesome

[@midcoflyfishing]

You need more stuff in that canoe! 😅 thx fer the new vid! ❤🤙🏼

[@johnjones850]

Very very cool. Great footage, great humor, great music…….

[@GregGoadBestLifeAtlanta]

My Pops lives in Downtown Ft.Smith hes gonna be so stoked to watch this! Thanks Scotty for putting amazing stories out like JD’s

[@levimadison8087]

Good stuff as always! Will definitely check this guy out now too. Can't wait for smallmouth season to come back around

[@WildFlyProductions]

Same here! It'll be here before no time. Hope you dig JD's tunes.

[@jega157]

Beautiful markings. Congrats!

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

That was so good 👍 JD is going on my Spotify shop tunes list 🏹🎯

[@IanSmith2002]

Great film! Really enjoyed this one - well done. Also JD’s music slaps…got himself a new listener from southwest Ohio

[@timothyplatt6053]

Good Stuff. Looking forward to the Wildfly songs now.

[@brettjohnson8917]

I needed a new wild fly video today. Thank you!

[@mattwilson2469]

Oh hell yes, SCOTTY THE WILD FLY! What a great job fellas and keep it up JD I'll be checking you out and i bet many other wild flyers will to😊

[@mikemckenna8530]

Great video! Will definitely go check out a JD show next time he is in Central Texas!

[@Fly_Fishing_Fool]

masterpiece, as always

[@Cvaughan02]

Very cool film! Keep up the work 🎣

[@projectpat0]

amazing film! a raw and authentic story. that's the wild fly way!

[@WildFlyProductions]

Glad that came across! JD's a real one which made our job easier.

[@fredrausch3208]

Know the Clayton family well from Ft Smith! Great video! Next time yall are in the area holler….place on the Kings River for base with canoes and kayaks!

[@vixhex311]

You’ve met some cool people doing this. Good on ya brother.

[@WildFlyProductions]

That's the best part of it all. I'm super grateful for JD & everyone I've met along the way!

[@FishingHoller]

Awesome fishing and amazing story telling as always! Great job fellas!

[@ryantwilliams]

Ayy great film as always, Scottie. Grew up in Russellville, AR and went to college in Fayetteville. Played music all over the state, including Ft Smith. Wouldn't be shocked if JD and I know some of the same people. I live in Denver now, after a year in SLC. Didnt get into fly fishing until I left AR. Absolutely have been meaning to go back and chase smallies in the Ozarks!

[@genegorse312]

Great video! Loved the smallmouth (always), and loved the music! JD’s really good; REALLY GOOD!!!! Need his cd in my truck! Thanks pals!

[@WildFlyProductions]

Glad you enjoyed it! Go getcha a CD on his website site 🤘🏻

[@ryanarmstrong1604]

Very cool trip, amazing work!

[@Ellis-o3b]

I’ve been so excited for a wildfly vid👍🏼

[@WildFlyProductions]

The train is back on the tracks baby!

[@fishhandsfranky]

Smallmouth are the best fish in America. Loved the viewpoint on the Ozarks from JD

[@WildFlyProductions]

They're incredible! And so is JD. Thanks for tuning in!

[@markstrempel4747]

Well done! Thanks

[@JoseyWales-ed]

This is like the 86th time YT recommended this video. Now I know why. Just stick to what got ya there, easier said than done! Glad I stopped by. What a great video. So well put together!! Great folks! Just a smoker all in all! Y’all take care!

[@Henryjacks00nn]

Cool to see you guys in ole zarks

[@maxwelldorn2792]

Man been waiting n waiting, wildfly hasn't posted in a month! Worth the wait! Another banger per usual Scotty your story telling is sooooo good.

[@WildFlyProductions]

Thanks for being patient with us! We've got 10 more videos that have been filmed and will be coming out in the coming winter months.

[@lukeabear7582]

Floated the Buffalo River and caught small mouth on ned rig every cast. 10/10 recommend

[@tyguy9456]

Liking for maple long johns and kolache. True breakfast of champions!

[@prolificnorthwest]

Great film! Nice work.

[@CASTAFLYAdventures]

Nice job thanks for sharing your adventure!

[@Baaaggggsss]

Awesome video as always! This will probably get lost in the comments, but if you are looking for phenomenal small mouth fishing, I would recommend Voyaguers NP. Went there this past summer on a ten day canoe trip. Slammed smallies and pike consistently. Just a thought. Can’t wait for your next video already. Cheers!

[@halstonbanks144]

Can never get rid my bass roots that's all I want to catch on the fly. After I get over my leg injuries I'm deep diving back into it.

[@prodtriton]

Awesome stuff as always

[@stephenshoptaw4622]

White Water Tavern!!!!! My old stomping grounds.

[@craighembree3101]

Saw the guitar in the canoe, immediately thought of Deliverance.

[@RubyElsa2024]

Another fantastic video. Thanks

[@James_JP_]

So, this kinda felt like a promotional video, but I am actually 100% fine with that! Getting to know the person behind the songs makes me appreciate the music more! I dig his voice, I love the quality of your videos, and now I have to check out his music, and book a fishing trip to Arkansas.

[@dr.stephenk5892]

Half Chris Stapelton half Jack Black!

[@VanillaGorilla2306]

Love the Ozarks

[@WildFlyProductions]

Same here! Can't wait for the next trip.

[@kockarSO]

Nice!!!

[@midcoflyfishing]

Ivan! The suckers!!! You know. Great video gentlemen!

[@tannernicks]

hahaha i saw his tank i said wow thats a big tank hahah good shiiiz

[@jacksensmith7805]

Amazing video

[@WildFlyProductions]

Thanks Jack!

[@petergrantz8605]

Really enjoyable. I see a younger, thinner version of Lowell George in JD (especially in the overalls), one of the all-timers in the roots/blues vein.

[@brianjenson8184]

I'm from slc and you are rocking just like I remember

[@TheMegachocho]

JD is naturally a funny ass dude

[@WildFlyProductions]

He's as funny as they come

[@fredstumpf2006]

Well done

[@trevyn421]

this is good

[@daniellobb7995]

epic film!

[@wesleysmith6018]

If you come to AR again without my approval…I will be upset:(. Keep them coming!

[@WildFlyProductions]

Haha we'll page you next time we're en route.

[@aimassistmuch]

21:16

[@vintageflyfisher]

Almost stopped following you. Glad I watched. Anything but overrated, overcrowded, overfished, definitely overguided trout waters! Well done

[@jaxonnewbold5010]

40:35 what song is this?

[@jdclaytonofficial]

It’s called ‘Hello, Good Mornin’

[@jaxonnewbold5010]

thank you brother! You’re very talented I love your style. I will be listening to the whole discography at work tommorow. God bless!

[@nathanrhea8369]

Did....did that dog in the truck have glasses on?

[@maximelee679]

Have you heard of Colter Wall

[@WildFlyProductions]

Colter is incredible!

[@danielsudduth3488]

Awesome video