In part 1 of this 2 part series, we dive into the world of competitive fly fishing with special guests Devin Olson and Pat Weiss, members of Fly Fishing Team USA. We discuss the history of the sport, the structure of the competition, and the culture within the team. We also explore the motivation behind their participation in the competition, how they all met, and the role of women in competitive angling. Finally, we provide an inside look into the mechanics of national and international competitions, including enrollment, types of competitors, and the experience of the competitors. This insightful conversation provides a comprehensive overview of competitive fly fishing, from its origins to the present day - ok, thanks for that stale overview AI, but you missed the best part...really funny stories! lol