Cameron Spanos

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Cameron Spanos

Cameron is the founder of Bushwhack and its lead engineer. He fishes throughout Utah and the wider Rockies — mostly fly fishing rivers and streams, with regular detours into stillwater. Trout are his bread and butter, but he'll chase anything with fins and is always pushing for a new species on the list. He picked up a fly rod in 2012 and hasn't put it down since. When he's not on the water, he's building the tools he wished he'd had a decade ago — every feature in the app started as something he needed for his own log.

11 articles on Bushwhack

Articles by Cameron Spanos

Best Fly Fishing Waders for 2026: From First-Timer to Full-Season Wade Angler

Best Fly Fishing Waders for 2026: From First-Timer to Full-Season Wade Angler

The best fly fishing waders for 2026 cover every budget — from under $100 to premium guide-grade. Here are 5 tested picks with real Amazon links, plus a buying guide to help you choose.

April 13, 2026 6 min
Dry Dropper Rig Setup: A Complete Beginner's Guide

Dry Dropper Rig Setup: A Complete Beginner's Guide

Learn the dry dropper rig setup from scratch — how to build it step by step, the best fly combos, how to cast without tangles, and how to detect subsurface strikes. The most practical beginner guide to fishing a dry fly and nymph together.

April 9, 2026 9 min
Matching the Hatch in Spring: April and May Trout Hatches

Matching the Hatch in Spring: April and May Trout Hatches

Master matching the hatch fly fishing spring with a practical guide to BWOs, Quill Gordons, and Sulphurs — plus how to log your observations and build a personal hatch calendar that gets sharper every season.

April 7, 2026 7 min
Best Fly Fishing Lines for Beginners (2026): 5 Lines That Make Learning Easier

Best Fly Fishing Lines for Beginners (2026): 5 Lines That Make Learning Easier

The best fly fishing lines for beginners load rods easily, cast predictably, and don't cost a fortune. Here are 5 picks that make learning the sport faster.

April 6, 2026 8 min
Spring Runoff Trout Fishing: A Phase-by-Phase Guide

Spring Runoff Trout Fishing: A Phase-by-Phase Guide

Spring runoff trout fishing doesn't have to mean staying home. Learn how to read each phase — rising water, peak dirty flow, and the clearing window — and catch trout when most anglers won't even launch a rod.

April 1, 2026 9 min
Finding Your Secret Fishing Spot: A Strategic Guide to Discovering Hidden Gems

Finding Your Secret Fishing Spot: A Strategic Guide to Discovering Hidden Gems

Learn the proven strategies for discovering productive fishing spots that others overlook. From map analysis to on-the-water exploration, this guide reveals how to find and protect your own secret honey holes.

March 31, 2026 14 min
30 Fishing Challenges to Level Up Your Skills

30 Fishing Challenges to Level Up Your Skills

Push your angling abilities to new heights with these 30 fishing challenges. From beginner-friendly goals to legendary achievements, discover how to earn badges and become a better angler.

March 25, 2026 6 min
Complete Fly Fishing Setup Guide: Rods, Reels, and Lines Explained

Complete Fly Fishing Setup Guide: Rods, Reels, and Lines Explained

Everything you need to know about choosing the right fly rod, reel, and line combo — plus how to track your gear performance to find what works best.

March 24, 2026 4 min
10 Best Spring Flies for the Rocky Mountains (March-May)

10 Best Spring Flies for the Rocky Mountains (March-May)

Discover the top 10 fly patterns that consistently produce results during spring runoff in Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, and Montana. From midges to stoneflies, these proven patterns will help you catch more trout this spring.

March 18, 2026 8 min
How to Start a Fishing Log: Complete Guide for 2026

How to Start a Fishing Log: Complete Guide for 2026

Discover why keeping a fishing log is the secret weapon of successful anglers. Learn what to track, how to organize your data, and how digital logs are revolutionizing the sport.

March 15, 2026 5 min
Spring Fly Fishing Preparation Checklist: Get Ready for the Best Season

Spring Fly Fishing Preparation Checklist: Get Ready for the Best Season

Spring is prime fly fishing season. Use this comprehensive checklist to prepare your gear, scout locations, and maximize your success when the ice melts and fish start feeding.

March 15, 2026 7 min