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Welcome to Emerging, the official podcast of the Trout Unlimited and Costa 5 Rivers program. 5 Rivers is a national network of TU-affiliated college fly fishing clubs seeking to engage college, students, through community outreach and fishing trips. Our goal is to create positive change within the TU Costa 5 Rivers community and beyond by amplifying intelligent, diverse, and positive voices. We’re excited to share conservation experiences, fishing stories, and outdoor adventures.
Season 4 is Hosted by Joe Tardif president of the Colorado State University Fly Fishing Club.
Send any questios to Joseph.tardif@tu.org
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Friday May 22, 2026
Friday May 22, 2026
How do two American brothers end up running one of the premier permit lodges in the world? Tune in to find out.
Founded by Jesse and Danny Colten, The Xflats has become a destination known around the world for shots at the holy grail of fly fishing: permit. From the remote flats of Xcalak, Mexico, the brothers have built a lodge and fishery that has earned a reputation as one of the best permit programs on the planet.
In this episode, Jesse and Danny share the story behind The Xflats, what makes the fishery so unique, and some of the lessons they’ve learned chasing permit day after day in one of the most legendary fisheries in the sport.
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