Hiring a guide can be a great way to start off a fishing trip. I can't think of a better approach to learning how to fish new water. Plus pick up on the techniques used to catch fish in the area, then from an experienced guide. A guide has extensive knowledge and understanding of the water they fish. This can be very beneficial for inexperienced and even experienced fly fishers. You will gain some valuable information about the new water you are fishing. The information you were given can be helpful and be used for the rest of your trip, when you are fishing by yourself. Making fly fishing a new river more enjoyable.
Booking a guide.
- Your local fly shop is a good resource for finding a guide. Also, a local fly shop can give you information and recommendations about guides to your destination fishing trip.
- Call a fly shop in the new area you are going to fish. They may offer similar services as your local fly shop for booking a guide.
- An internet search for guides in the area/state you are planning your trip.
Things to consider.
- Find out what is included on your trip.
- Find out what you will need to bring with you.
- Be honest about your fly fishing skill level.
- Half day or a full day guided trip.
- Talk to the guide about what you would like to learn from this trip.
- Please remember to tip your guide.