Offering fly fishing consultation to businesses, fly shops, individuals and groups.
I’m happy to be living in Montrose, Colorado, full time now and be a part of the fly fishing scene in the Uncompahgre Valley. Our central location allows for easy travel in and around the beautiful San Juan Mountains, and through the historic towns of Ridgway, Ouray, and Telluride, where you’ll find numerous rivers and streams full of trout. Fish the famous tailwater of the Uncompahgre River at Pa-Co-Chu-Puk (Paco), or head north to Delta to fish the Gold Medal waters of the Gunnison River.
Instruction
This is a great place to learn about fly fishing, whether you are a total beginner or advanced angler seeking to gain more in-depth knowledge. From casting to rigging, reading the water, matching the hatch, and learning specialized tactics such as Euro Nymphing, instruction can be customized to meet your needs. The more you learn about fly fishing, the more self-sufficient you will be on the water.
Consulting
With nearly 20 years of experience in the fly fishing industry managing fly shops and guide services, and also working with high end lodges in various parts of the world, I have been able to build a network of key professionals across shops and businesses in Colorado and beyond. Whether you’re interested in fly fishing in Colorado, the Catskills of New York, Chile, or New Zealand, I am happy to assist with planning your adventure and helping you ramp up your skills in advance of your trip.
In addition to working with individual anglers and groups, I have assisted small businesses and fly shops with operational support, contract guiding, web development, photography, sales and marketing, and software implementation and training. Business consulting services can be provided on a project or seasonal basis.
Hosted Trips
Depending on timing and destinations, I coordinate and host trips, as well as work with other shops and individuals who manage travel to premier fly fishing destinations and lodges that offer world-class fishing. These trips typically include groups of 3 to 10 anglers, with planning beginning well in advance of departure to ensure availability and maximize your experience during the best fly fishing opportunities.
If you’re an angler who is interested in learning more about fly fishing, planning a fly fishing adventure for yourself or your group, or if you just need help selecting the proper gear, I can help.
If you’re a business in need of assistance managing your fly shop/guide service operations or developing new programs and services, I can work with you and your staff as a team, at your location. I can also help analyze and streamline overall operations to increase profitability for your business.
Please contact me to discuss timing and planning that works best for you or your operation.