A third generation fly fishing guide, Tressa Allen grew up in the outfitting business that her grandfather started in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. From a very early age she has always had a fly rod and oars in her hands. An avid angler Tressa knows the waters of this region intimately. Her passion for fishing and the outdoors has taken her to rivers and streams around the globe.

Brennan’s grandpa is the one to blame for his obsession of fly fishing, where he started him off when he was just a child.  Brennan is married to a very patient and understanding woman, that allows him to take up the whole kitchen table to tie flies, and let him get out and test them on the South Fork. He recently just had a son and hopes that one day they will share this love together.

Brennan was hatched in the great state of Idaho, and lives down the road in Ririe.   With fly fishing in his blood, Brennan has always got fishing, and how to tie a nastier, and better looking fly on his mind.  With his love for the river and passion for targeting any fish whether it be the beautiful cutthroat, big sassy brown, fiesty rainbow, or the not so sought after carp, he makes any fishing trip one to remember.

Ben Brennan grew up fishing dry flys with his Dad, while camping on the western slope of the Colorado Rockies. A Denver native, those early days of fishing with his father migrated Ben to Mesa State College in western Colorado. There he got a marketing degree and an even stronger passion for fly fishing and the outdoors. Ben moved to Jackson after college in 2001 and started fishing as many of the rivers surrounding this ultimate trout hub we call Jackson Hole.

Ben has professionally guided the waters of Jackson, WY and Idaho since 2003. He currently works his winter months in Teton Village at Jackson Treehouse. Spring and fall represent Ben's favorite time to enjoy fishing with family and friends including numerous trips to rivers in Montana and Colorado.

James have fished the South Fork for over 25 years. He worked at the Idaho National Laboratory (INL) for 26 years as a project manager; taking early retirement 2 years ago. 

He is now a substitute teacher in Jefferson County during the school year. You may also find James on one of your journeys to the Sportsman's Warehouse where he works in the fishing department and has for the past few years.

Born in Boise he is a native Idahoan. Hobbies are fly fishing in the summer and steelhead fishing in the fall and spring. In the winter he loves to ski and the powder at Grand Targhee is a special treat. You will also find James lifting weights or riding his mountain bike.

He started fly fishing in 1988; fishing the Wind River Range. His first fish on a fly was a California Golden Trout and he has been hooked ever since. He began guiding in Jackson Hole in 1995 and then in Key West in 1999. 

Dean loves to fish and guide and while easy-going, he is also hard working and is always working to get his clients on fish. He guides from March to June in Key West and in the Jackson Hole/Snake River from July through October. He has been a guide in the One-Fly Contest and assisted ESPN on The Great Sportsman in 2002.

Ken Burkholder has been guiding on the South Fork for over twenty-two years. Dry fly fishing is his passion and he assists many anglers every year into great fishing on the South Fork.

He is also musically inclined and is an oboist, working for the Boise Philharmonic Orchestra.

The great sport of fly fishing is what brought Sharon to Idaho 11 years ago from Colorado. Sharon is actively involved in women's programs of instruction with the Fly Fishing Federation's Conclave, Eastern Idaho's Fly-Fishing Expo, Fly Fishing Expo for the Weastern Colorado Trout Unlimited Club (Grand Valley Anglers) and guiding in the Jackson Hole One-Fly Contest the past four years. Sharon has been a licensed professional guide on the South Fork of the Snake River and surrounding rivers for eight years. Winter takes Sharon to Teton Village in Jackson Hole where she instructs skiing.

When she is not guiding (fishing) or instructing (skiing) she is co-owner and operator of Elevate Salon in Driggs, ID.

Born in Western Wyoming, Andrew has been fishing the South Fork since he could walk. He started guiding during the summer after high school and continued through college and doesn't see an end in sight. Andrew enjoys every second he is on the water whether he is guiding, kayaking, drifting, or chasing ducks in the fall. In the winter he coaches skiing and spends most of his time on the slopes.

The spring is set aside to explore fishing around the West and beyond with his chocolate lab Hoback. On days off you can find him on the same waters he guides; chasing trout and loving every second of it.

Neil Chamberlin has been guiding for us since the summer of 2006. Originally from the midwest, Neil moved out west after college to pursue his love of fly fishing.  He has been a guide on the Snake for a number of years.  

During his years as a guide Neil has proven to be both competent and enthusiastic and loves spending quality time on the river. He sincerely enjoys helping anglers of all experience levels catch fish and have a fun time on the river.  

As an avid fly angler, fly tier and expert oarsman, her enthusiasm for the sport is unsurpassed. Jennifer is passionate about fishing, whether it is whitewater, still water or salt water, she is right at home finding fish.

Fishing the pristine waters of the Rocky Mountain west, Jennifer can help you perfect your casting loop, dry fly presentation, or illustrate techniques for effectively fishing a streamer or nymph.

Leslie has fished her entire life and discovered the thrill of fly fishing in 1984. She has spent many days guiding, fishing, and rowing here on our local rivers both before and after graduating from the Reel Women Guide School. Leslie is a Federation of Fly Fishers (FFF) Certified Casting Instructor. Leslie is an active member in the Idaho Falls Trout Unlimited Chapter - The Snake River Cutthroats, and each spring she leads the women's program at Eastern Idaho's Fly-fishing Expo.

When Leslie's not on the river searching for trout, she can be found working on her freelance film and video business. Leslie loves to share her passion of fly fishing the South Fork of the Snake.

For the last ten years Ed has been offering guided fishing trips, casting lessons and float trips in the Snake river area. He has a reputation of being ready and willing to work with you whether it is your first trip or you are an experienced fly fisherman and want to just hone your skills and catch fish. His goal is to ensure your trip down the Snake is a memorable one.

A native of New Jersey, and a University of Colorado graduate, Mark came to the region fifteen years ago looking for a change in lifestyle and better access to paradise. His knowledge of regional rivers and the ability to patiently teach anglers has made him an asset to our operation.

When he is not guiding, he can often be found testing the hallowed trout streams of Wyoming, Idaho and Montana, or chasing Permit on the flats of the Caribbean with his wife Rachael and daughters Charlotte and Hannah. When the snow starts to fly, Mark heads to the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort to run a ski shop.

Josh Gallivan loves travelling, being outside, and learning new things. For him, Fly Fishing is the best way to experience all three. He has been an almost full time guide for 5+ years. Truly a native of the area Josh was born and raised in Jackson Hole and went to school there.

At 24 fly fishing has taken him all over the world and he has made many great relationships along the way. He is serious about his job and the people he gets to meet and learn from. He is very lucky to be doing what he loves and takes nothing for granted.

Mason was born and raised down the road from Heise in Idaho Falls. He grew up fishing with his dad on the local rivers and lakes, whether it was throwing Rapalas for angry browns or trolling Henrys Lake in search of those monster hybrids and brookies.

He began fly fishing in his Junior year of high school when a fly tying and
fishing class was offered and has been "hooked" ever since. In 2012 he took the South Fork Outfitters "Guide School." He graduated with the most improved award. When I'm not on the rivers, Mason can be found at his tying bench spinning up bugs for an upcoming outings. He is very passionate about fly fishing and wants to share his love and passion with any angler; from the very experienced to the first timer and anyone in between.

Being raised in Idaho Falls, Dan Lane grew up fishing the local waters. He is passionate about pursuing trout year round and steelhead in the spring and fall. In his spare time, Dan enjoys experimenting with new streamer patterns at his tying bench. Other hobbies include anything that gets him outside. Dan is passionate about the sport of fly fishing and loves to share it with share it with beginners and experts alike.

Dan is known locally for his work at Sportsman’s Warehouse where he is currently the Archery Lead and has also worked as the assistant fishing manager. He plans on graduating from Idaho State University in December 2013 with an Applied Economics degree.

Quincy holds an amazing passion for guiding, whether you be a first day beginner to the intermediate or expert, she can open your eyes to new techniques and fly's not to mention the amazing abundance of trout on the South Fork.

Quincy resides in Victor Idaho with her Husband and two bird dogs. She has a vast knowledge of the local flora, fauna and history of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Growing up Jackson, Wyoming Quincy followed in her fathers footsteps as a fishing guide, although her true love of fly-fishing really blossomed in college spending more time on the Gallatin, Yellowstone and the Madison than in class room.

Quincy has been lucky enough to guide in S. America and aspires to spend a season in Russia and Mongolia. Come and spend a day with her here or on the South Fork or abroad and enjoy Quincy's company and knowledge.

Rob has been guiding fishing, hunting and snowmobiling since 1993. He knows the area and can put you on fish. He has quality equipment and experience that will make your trip a memorable one. While fly fishing is number one on the Snake he willingly accomodates spin fishing if that is your druthers.

A Rocky Mountain native, Jim began fishing at 5 years of age. At an early age he would explore the numerous rivers in his area in search of the elusive trout. During past winters he traveled to the Keys to fly fish for the various species the Gulf waters hold.

When not fishing the Snake in the summer you will find Jim in Alabama where he has settled to raise a family. Jim has just over ten years experience guiding on the Snake and rivers in both Idaho and Wyoming. In 2006 Jim was the high-scoring guide in One Fly Contest. Jim was also the recipient of the Carmichael-Cohen Memorial Guide Award.

For the most part Jim now resides in Alabama during the winter season, where he has settled to start his family; however, his love for fly-fishing in God's country, brings him back to Jackson each summer. He has been guiding the Snake, the Green, the South Fork, Yellowstone and many other tributaries of the Snake for over 10 years. A trip with Jim will be a memorable one as he exudes expertise, confidence and patience. His easy going and outgoing personality ensures his clients have a trip that will be memorable.

Patty Reilly began her guiding career in 1979 on her home waters of the Snake River from Jackson Hole, WY. Her profession has taken her to different fishing rivers including seasons guiding  steelhead on the North Umpqua, Grand Ronde and John Day Rivers in Oregon, with guide time in Alaska, and Montana. Each winter she guided on the Southern Hemisphere waters of Patagonia in Argentina. One of her specialties is teaching fishing schools. Her favorite river in the Rockies is the South Fork of the Snake and she has worked as a licensed guide for Heise Expeditions trips for many years.

When not on the water you can find Patty planning fishing trips for anglers through her company Guided Connections which customizes trips to Patagonia,  the Rockies, and beyond!  www.guidedconnections.com

Mike is a 20-year resident of Jackson Hole. In 1989 he began his personal relationship with the Snake River, guiding white water rafts down the Canyon. His focus now is the elusive trout; fly fishing for the famous native Cuthroat and other species.

He is an active board member of the Snake River Fund; dedicated to the preservation of the Snake River for future generations.

Sammy is a 30-year Jackson Hole valley resident and a sought after Snake river guide. He has been guiding on the Snake for over 20 years. Sammy has knowledge, expertise and professionalism that make him a respected and sought after local guide. He is also a avid fly tier and enjoys just running the river and camping.

Ben, a native of the Midwest, specifically Nebraska, he began catching brook trout during his summer vacations in Wyoming. A graduate of the University of Wyoming, based on his love for trout and fly fishing he migrated to Jackson Hole. In the winter he guides snowmobile adventures and in the summer fly fishing trips which he has been doing for 12 plus years.

His love for the fly fishing sport has also allowed him to travel internationally; fishing from Egypt to the salty South Pacific Ocean. He has fished in Argentina (island of Terra del Fuego), the famous trout waters of New Zealand and other places where there are abundant big sea run brown trout.  His other travels have included the Boundary Waters of Canada, the Florida keys as well as many of the steelhead rivers of northern Michigan.

Ben has a very outgoing personality and is fun to be with making him a sought after guide. His knowledge, skill and experience will ensure your time spent with him will be a pleasurable one regardless of your age or level of experience.

Scott grew up kick'n around the rivers and creeks of North Georgia and Alabama pursuing bass and trout well into his college years. After gaining his B.S. from Jacksonville State University (Alabama) in Biology/Ecology he landed a fisheries job in Alaska for nearly 3 years, solidifying his interest in coldwater fisheries and especially trout.

Scott has made his home in Jackson Hole for 12 years now with his wife, Dana and their two daughters, Sydney & Maya. They feel lucky to live on the rivers of this region and takes special pride in showing them to our valued fishing clients.

Marc Titre, a year-round resident of Jackson Hole who owns Door 2 Door Ski Rentals in the winter and Wandering Angler in the summer. Marc has been a river guide for 10 years. Prior to moving to Wyoming, where he is coming up on his fourth season navigating the area’s rivers, Marc worked in Oregon for two years and in Colorado for six. As a fly fishing guide for the Crescent H Ranch’s homeowner’s association, Marc works in conjunction with three local outfitters in order to provide guests with an ample choice of angling hotspots. He thoroughly enjoys working the spectrum of experience, teaching beginners and experts alike in the ways of the river.

Wandering Angler; P.O. Box 807; Wilson, WY 83014; Phone: (307) 699-3986

Rick has been guiding on the Snake River for over 25 years; it also happens to be his favorite river. His hometown is Victor, Idaho. If he isn't fishing he is getting ready for the next season.