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Fly Fishing 97 Podcast

This week we head to Duluth Minnesota for a sit down with Geoff Vukelich of Damgoods and Gear. He tells us about his fly fishing story, his journey on and off the water, the IF4 movie Bigotry to Brook Trout and much more. Geoff is a straight shooter and loves his quiet time on the water. He is making some one of a kind beauty nets, paddles and rods in Minnesota.

By MARK HOPLEY • Aug 11, 2022

Making it Up North - WDSE / PBS

"Every piece of wood has a story and has energy. Craftsman Geoff Vukelich channels that energy into his custom-made outdoor gear---paddles, landing nets, fishing rods, and more. Follow his journey from fishing guide to business owner and discover the philosophy behind Dam Goods and Gear with Making It Up North."

By KAREN SUNDERMAN • Mar 26, 2020

PHOTO CREDIT - STEVE ASH. USED WITH PERMISSION

Duluth News Tribune - One-at-a-time custom outdoor gear.

"What seems odd, however, is that he has a wood stove at all. Vukelich has such a love affair with wood that it’s hard to see him parting with any piece to burn.

“Yes, I have saved pieces (of firewood) over the years that talked to me,’’ he admitted."

By JOHN MYERS • JAN 6, 2020

PHOTO CREDIT ©CLINT AUSTIN/DULUTH NEWS TRIBUNE. USED WITH PERMISSION

2019 Official Selection in IF4 Fly Fishing Film Tour

"Bigotry to Brook Trout features one man’s transformation from a life of ignorance and hate to quiet solitude on the waters of northern Minnesota. Hard truth and honest self-reflection parallel the beauty of Fall brook trout in this rare display of vulnerability and acceptance. Geoff Vukelich owns his past and speaks his truth, reminding us that we have the capacity to change our lives."

By BLUE FOREST FILMS • January 4, 2019

Geoff Vukelich in "Bigotry to Brook Trout"

PHOTO CREDIT ©DAVID COWARDIN. USED WITH PERMISSION

103.3 KUMD The Duluth Alternative

"He put his headphones back on and said, 'Are you ok talking about it?'"

By LISA JOHNSON • MAR 22, 2019

Geoff Vukelich in "Bigotry to Brook Trout"

Handcrafted outdoor gear - Northern Wilds

"DAM Goods and Gear isn’t just any gear store, however; it’s a business founded on providing a completely personalized experience, protecting the environment, and embodying the fact that stories are what ultimately matter to us most."

By RAE POYNTER • Aug 31, 2020

PHOTO CREDIT - STEVE ASH. USED WITH PERMISSION