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

[@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!

[@carsonyates5319]

Had chills watching this Scottie, love the little quick clip from our trip way back. Absolute Class act piece of film! ~Carson

[@joshlandrethfishing]

Great story telling! Loved every second, from a guy that spends 20+ days a year on the Kings River. Wild Fly and JD both have a new fan! Holler if you ever want to go back down the river.

[@wyattyennard4995]

Man... I am a huge JD fan, what is awesome about this is I lived in Roland OK and spent most of my time in Fort Smith, what an awesome place to be. I went to that very pawn shop that you had purchased the guitar. This video makes me smile big time! Love your videos Scottie this is an amazing one once again.

[@jasonlittle9181]

Love Wild Fly! Thanks for sharing more than just your life's work, but others' too. Mr. JD Clayton is my kind of guy! He's now in my Spotify library. Great film!

[@jameslisteroutdoors]

This is absolutely among my favourite Wild Fly films. It's a great story, really well put together. JD comes across as hugely talented, genuine & a really great guy. I'm sure that he now has many more fans across the world.

[@WildFlyProductions]

He’s the sweetest dude! I hope more people find his music.

[@adrenalzen]

That was super fun. Thanks for taking me along.

[@03garcie]

Great film! We love Arkansas as well. Loved JD’s personality and music sound. Caught my first small mouth on the Buffalo River as a guy from Toledo Bend La it was awesome experience and I was able to relive that moment as I watch this film.

[@jimschaefer8798]

I feel like I was along on the trip. Y'all captured the heart and soul of a fine adventure and did an excellent of showcasing the art of fly fishing and the enormous talent of JD Clayton. Also, I just bought a dang Wild Fly hat!. Woo Pig Sooie!!

[@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

[@GatewoodBrown]

This is hands down one of the best works you’ve done. Maybe I can relate on a deep level having a family member pursuing music, but the incredible storytelling makes this one an instant classic. I also want to paddle the upper stretches of this river so it’s cool to see some footage from it!

[@WildFlyProductions]

Thanks Gatewood! I need to go see Shane Smith & the boys play sometime. And Time to start planning next years paddling trips 😈

[@GatewoodBrown]

@@WildFlyProductions They spend a lot of time touring out west during summer so I'll keep an eye out for a show near you. I know y'all have 2025 planned out (great podcast episode!) but if we get some rain in the Texas Hill Country it may warrant a quick trip down south. Cheers man!

[@reedbrakemusic]

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

[@WildFlyProductions]

love y'alls tunes! I foresee a few of them ending up in a future wild fly video...

[@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.

[@RubyElsa2024]

Another fantastic video. Thanks

[@MrHenry366]

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

[@brendengaskins]

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

[@ryancarey1535]

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

[@harrisontayse4630]

Great video… resonates very closely with my own fishing story!!

[@clogwog84]

Another stunning video! Love the effort that's put in all of your video's. Cool extra; to see one of your favourite artists in a fly fishing movie :D

[@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

[@carlosr.982]

This is a wild fly classic

[@mattmuzynoski4234]

Great job man awesome video

[@ryanswatzel9877]

Being from rural river valley Arkansas, I sure appreciate you showing off what this beautiful state has to offer. Hit me up when you decide make your way back to my neck of the woods. Thank you for sharing your experiences and truths with us all.

[@Microfishingstory]

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

[@justinhalliburton7666]

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

[@JwsOndafly]

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

[@timothyplatt6053]

Good Stuff. Looking forward to the Wildfly songs now.

[@patrickreynolds8067]

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

[@Bobbystairfishing]

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

[@Fly_Fishing_Fool]

masterpiece, as always

[@tristansleutel867]

instantly made my day, thank you Scottie and JD!

[@IanSmith2002]

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

[@Dodgertown_76_Fungo]

Great video, soundtrack and message. Very inspirational

[@SoCSquad]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@brandoncassidy807]

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

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

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

[@craigisonychia]

clayton is funny as hell, def want another with him

[@LayneKeller]

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

[@johnjones850]

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

[@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 🤘🏻

[@falcoaustralis]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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😊

[@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

[@jega157]

Beautiful markings. Congrats!

[@stevekottwitz4475]

Nice work crew. This one felt real good!

[@WildFlyProductions]

Means a lot to hear that! Cheers.

[@brettjohnson8917]

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

[@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!

[@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.

[@FishingHoller]

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

[@mikemckenna8530]

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

[@Cvaughan02]

Very cool film! Keep up the work 🎣

[@prodtriton]

Awesome stuff as always

[@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!

[@stephenshoptaw4622]

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

[@ryryarmstrong]

Very cool trip, amazing work!

[@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

[@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!

[@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.

[@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!

[@Ellis-o3b]

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

[@WildFlyProductions]

The train is back on the tracks baby!

[@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!

[@midcoflyfishing]

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

[@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!

[@daniellobb7995]

epic film!

[@VanillaGorilla2306]

Love the Ozarks

[@WildFlyProductions]

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

[@prolificnorthwest]

Great film! Nice work.

[@CASTAFLYAdventures]

Nice job thanks for sharing your adventure!

[@tyguy9456]

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

[@midcoflyfishing]

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

[@kockarSO]

Nice!!!

[@Henryjacks00nn]

Cool to see you guys in ole zarks

[@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.

[@markstrempel4747]

Well done! Thanks

[@TheMegachocho]

JD is naturally a funny ass dude

[@WildFlyProductions]

He's as funny as they come

[@jacksensmith7805]

Amazing video

[@WildFlyProductions]

Thanks Jack!

[@lukeabear7582]

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

[@fredstumpf2006]

Well done

[@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.

[@tannernicks]

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

[@dr.stephenk5892]

Half Chris Stapelton half Jack Black!

[@elijahthompson3899]

Deadass, bro is hilarious and talented af.

[@brianjenson8184]

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

[@trevyn421]

this is good

[@craighembree3101]

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

[@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 :)

[@FetuSeppala]

We want some musky/pike action! Good vid!

[@aimassistmuch]

21:16

[@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.

[@jimskatr103]

Why do they put fences around cemeteries? Because people are dying to get in. -Mom. Circa early 90s

[@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?

[@vintageflyfisher]

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

[@maximelee679]

Have you heard of Colter Wall

[@WildFlyProductions]

Colter is incredible!

[@danielsudduth3488]

Awesome video