Tag Along Trips for Anglers & their People
Maybe you've always dreamed of trying your hand at fly fishing but don't have a whole day to play. Or maybe you're an old pro, but don't want to kick your family and friends to the curb while you go. We've worked with our friend and fly guide, Mike, to put together a couple of special trips to keep the family happy while you get some time on the water. (For traditional, angler-only trips, scroll down.)
For family and group trips, please note that due to CA DFW restrictions, only those with a valid fishing license (the 'anglers') can use (or even touch!) the fishing gear. Other participants will only be able to observe and enjoy.
We are happy to arrange a picnic from a local gourmet food store and have our guide bring it on the day of your trip. If you prefer to organize your picnic on your own, that's great, too!
To schedule a trip, request a picnic, or for more information, email Mary Beth or click the chat button at the bottom right of the screen.
For family and group trips, please note that due to CA DFW restrictions, only those with a valid fishing license (the 'anglers') can use (or even touch!) the fishing gear. Other participants will only be able to observe and enjoy.
We are happy to arrange a picnic from a local gourmet food store and have our guide bring it on the day of your trip. If you prefer to organize your picnic on your own, that's great, too!
To schedule a trip, request a picnic, or for more information, email Mary Beth or click the chat button at the bottom right of the screen.
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Sunset Hatch & Catch2-3 hours, between 5-9PM
$200, up to 2 anglers plus family/friends Don't have the luxury of spending your whole day on the river? Or want to avoid the crowds and hot daytime sun?
Get out on the water for the last few magical hours of the day -- the golden hour that many anglers miss. As temperatures fall and the hot sun fades there are sometimes epic hatches and the rivers seem to come alive with eager trout. While the anglers are outfitted and do their best to tempt the trout, guests are welcome to tag along to enjoy the scenery as the dramatic Sierra sky ignites in fiery hues. And don't forget your camera-- Sierra sunsets are full-frame spectacular. Let us know if you'd like for us to arrange a picnic for your group. |
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Riverside Family Day5 hours
$360, 2 anglers plus family/friends $430, 3 anglers plus family/friends This trip is perfect for a full day of whole-group, naturally-distant fun.
After outfitting the anglers and giving any newbies a casting lesson, your guide will lead the group to a beautiful spot on a local spring creek. While the anglers get busy, the rest of the group can relax, enjoy the wildlife, soak in the sun, and photograph the anglers in action. At lunch, the group will reconvene for a stream-side picnic (if you choose)-- and more than a few fish stories. |
Guided Trips for Anglers Only
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Learn on the Fly5 hours
$310, 1 or 2 anglers Soak in the scenic beauty of the Eastern Sierra with this trip which is designed for anyone new to the sport who wants to get a taste of fly fishing for trout.
Start out with a fun introduction at a local park that includes hands-on casting lessons and fish fighting tactics, all peppered info that answers the question, "What is fly fishing?" Then you'll head to one of the local rivers or streams to test your new skills, chasing some of the areas wily trout species. On the river you'll observe aquatic flies in their natural environment and your guides will help you select the right fly patterns to "match the hatch." |
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Skill Building for Anglers5 hours
$360, 1-2 anglers This trip is designed for those more experienced anglers who are looking to refine their skills, discover new techniques, and learn how to better fish the waters of the Eastern Sierra from a knowledgeable local guide.
With Spring Creeks, Tailwaters, Freestons, Reservoirs, and Alpine lakes to choose from, there are endless options to choose from. Your guide work with you in advance to listen to your goals and will tailor the day to make sure you make the most of your Eastern Sierra fly fishing experience. |
About the guide ....
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Besides the fact that he's an east coaster, like all the cool kids. we love working with Mike because he was the first guide to ignite a passion for fly fishing in my son, Jonah. When Jo was only 12, he asked for a guided fly-fishing trip for his birthday. And as fate would have it, Mike was the guide we hired. And ever since that May day, Jonah has been 'hooked.' Mike has guided Jonah on other trips since, and we've also seen Mike work with large groups of kids at a fishing camp that Jonah participates in each year. So it was only natural that when we were looking for community partners to guide big family groups, Mike would be our first choice.
Born and raised in the Green Mountains of Vermont, Mike's passion for fly fishing started the first time he cast a dry fly to an eager native brook trout. From there he began chasing trout, salmon, bass, northern pike and any species that would take a fly from Vermont to Maine. Mike moved to California in 2004, and has spent his time extensively fishing and exploring the waters of the Eastern Sierra. Since completing the Clearwater Guide School in May 2014, he has been guiding the local waters and sharing his passion and knowledge with anglers of all levels. |
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