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I wasn’t a cookie cutter kid growing up. Instead of participating in normal stuff like baseball and football like all the other guys, I pestered dad to take me to the lake. Growing up in East Texas in the trophy bucketmouth bass mecca, I managed to pick up that “fishiness” that would later on help me grow as a guide.

I'm super excited to join the great people and fellow pro staff guides at Scott Fly Rods. Scott makes the best fly rods out there, and I won't fish with anything else. Hope to see you on the water! 

Finding new waters and heading off on trips around the globe in search of new techniques keeps him ahead of the crowds and leading a loyal client base. 

 A self-admitted steelhead junkie, Jeff Liskay has been chasing chrome for nearly four decades.   From his home base in northern Ohio, Liskay has fished across the entire Great Lakes and is now reaching into Alaska, Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia.  He is gaining recognition for his two-hand casting and fishing skills and is a regular on the Spey gathering circuit as both and observing and a presenter.

 Fishing has always been in the blood of Ron while growing up in Wyoming.  In the early 80's as a youngster the fly fishing bug bit and Ron put away everything in favor of fly rods and started chasing trout around Wyoming.  Ron attended the University of Wyoming and graduated in 1995 with BS in Business Admin/Geography and then went back via the web in 2005 to get his MBA.  While in undergraduate studies, Ron moonlighted as a commercial tier to drum up enough money to buy equipment and "beverages" so he became pretty proficient at tying bugs that trout in the Platte River seemed to cherish.  After graduation Ron found himself back at the foot of the Wind River Mountains in the family business of retail (Wind River Outdoor Company) and ranching.  Recently, Ron relocated the guide service out to a stand-alone company called Wind River Troutfitters and is now the only Wyoming permitted outfitter on the Green River/Seedskadee National Wildlife Refuge.   The thrill of chasing trout - particularly native Cutts - is what drives Ron and he tries to get out as much as possible when not working with clients, working on the family ranch or chasing down his active family.  One thing is for sure, if you like hanging with guys that like talking trout then Ron is the guy you want to be around.  When he doesn't have a fly rod in his hand and all the other daily activities allow him to get away you can find him chasing birds with his dog or finding that perfect photo op around west-central Wyoming.  When in the Lander, WY area stop by Wind River Outdoor Company as you will probably find Ron working with clients and getting them outfitted to chase down the native trout of Wyoming!

Originally from New England, Sean Sullivan – ‘Sully’ has always made sports a priority in his life. He was introduced to the art of fly-fishing in Sun Valley, ID, his home for the past 15 years. Like his fish, he quickly got hooked in this sport which he has chosen to make not only his life-style but his career.
 

Hungry for knowledge and fully dedicated in constantly expanding his skills, Sully can be spotted on Idaho’s rivers and streams year round studying its waters and guiding all generations for the premier Silver Creek Outfitters.

Sully is a Certified Casting Instructor with Federation of Fly Fishers (FFF) as well as a Member of Trout Unlimited and is very passionate about teaching the nuances of casting fly rods on and off the water. He loves guiding the famous Silver Creek with its prolific “hatches” or charging rapids on the Salmon River on his RO drift boat, or some of the remote local freestone rivers and tailwaters of the Big Lost River.
 

Being from a military family, Sully is grateful to be involved in assisting veterans with fly-fishing. He is honored to work with Higher Ground, a nationally recognized veteran rehabilitation program that combines sports, family and coping therapies to restore and rehabilitate men and women of the armed forces who have been wounded while in service.

Sully’s fly-rods of choice are the Scott –GS 884 for the spring creek of Silver Creek and the Scott Radian four and five weights for everything else.

 

I am particular about what brands we carry at the Silver Bow and believe that Scott Rods not only makes a great product, they stand behind it and are as passionate about their product and sport just as much as we are. 

There are of course a lot of good rods out there, but when a customer asks me which rods I prefer and fish personally—my answer is invariably and honestly “Scott!”    

Fly fishing has always been the center of my life There is just something about being out on the water, whether it be with clients or friends, that keeps me going. I love to gain and share knowledge of fly fishing, but it is the camaraderie of the sport that I value most.  

Many years and countless fish later...Scott fly rods remain a key component of my arsenal.  Here in Baja we tackle some of North America's toughest game fish.  Quality rods that can deliver quick, accurate casts in challenging conditions are absolutely mandatory.  Brutally strong fish and the caustic beach fishing environment will send lesser rods to the trash heap in a hurry.  Scott rods get the job done...day after day...season after season.   

I grew up in Redding, California, learning to fly fish on the Sactamento river right in town. I began exploring all of the local waters including the Trinity, McCloud, Pit and many of the coastal rivers Bigfoot country has to offer. I worked with The Fly Shop for a few years, working both in the store and with their fishing schools, Fish Camps and Spey clinics. After making the gas guzzling trip to the Bend and Maupin area several times chasing Lower Deschutes Steelhead I decided to make the move and a few weeks later started calling Bend home.

I have been sharing my Fly Fishing passion for the better part of a decade, getting great satisfaction from teaching and guiding others. I enjoy all facets of this sport but fly tying, Spey casting and swinging flies for Steelhead monopolize most of my time. Come in and see me at Confluence Fly Shop for a Spey Casting lesson or Steelhead questions or book a trip with me through Deep Canyon Outfitters for Central Oregon trout and Steelhead. 

Residing in Calgary, AB, Paul first cut his teeth on the difficult browns and rainbows in the mighty Bow River. After years of honing his skills on many western Canadian rivers and lakes Paul finds his true passion in the careful and quiet stalking of large trout in small creeks. While there seldom passes a day when Paul is not fishing or guiding on one of southern Alberta’s blue ribbon streams or spring creeks, you will not find him easily. His relentless search for new and productive water has caused him to develop a penchant for fly fishing secrecy rivaled by few. ” Fish & tell and go to hell” as the saying goes. The result for his clients is a true wilderness experience where they can expect to cast and present flies to large trout who are subject to very little angling pressure.  A devout Scott Fly Rod aficionado Paul names the S3’s, S4’s, and G2’s as essential tools to his craft.  His affinity for Scott Rods has only intensified with the recent introduction of the Radian series and he can’t wait to add a few of these gems to his arsenal. 

When not trying to stay sane in the metropolis of Fort smith, MT, Pete enjoys swinging dry line bugs for fall steelhead and hunting waterfowl with his friend and shop dog Ruby.  Pete has an extensive collection of original Scott G series rods and thinks Scott has crafted some of the finest tools of the Angling trade.  Best rod ever? – Scott G 884-3.  Best new rod ever? – Scott Radian 904-4 

Bruce has a teaching degree in physical education from Ithaca College. He has combined his passion for flyfishing with his ability to teach to ensure a day of fun and learning for his clients. Bruce prides himself in teaching all aspects of this sport: streamer, nymph and dry flyfishing. He feels that it is necessary to become proficient at all of these styles of fishing to become successful. He offers not only guiding on the river, but also streamside entomology and casting instructions as well. Bruce welcomes people of all abilities from beginning to expert. Bruce has 35 years of experience and has fished all over the world. He has been published in many flyfishing and flytying magazines and books. Bruce is currently featured in Steve Thornton's book "Flytyers of the World". Contact Bruce at (860) 653-8288 or (860) 967-9338 

 Louis Gaudet, an avid angler, epitomizes passion for fly fishing.  Louis’ kinship with fishing began early, he was only six years old when his father introduced him to the concept of the fly.  As years passed, and his love for angling cemented itself in his life, Louis effortlessly pursued fly fishing.  His fly fishing pastime consequently led him to be frequenting the trout infested waters of the Farmington River in Connecticut. 

Oh, and of course, cast Scott rods!          

During the winter, Pat offers advanced fly tying classes at UpCountry Sportsfishing in New Hartford, CT www.farmingtonriver.com.He lives in Avon with his wife, Tess, an expert lawnchairer (who has agreed to write this in exchange for a spa day).  

Scott Sun Mask 

In addition to running his shop, Joe still spends many days on the water each year fishing and guiding. His love of the game is as strong now as it has ever been! 

 "I have always had a strong sense for adventure and deep love for nature. Fly Fishing is an ideal way for me to fulfill my love for the outdoors. My dad taught me the art of fly-fishing when I was very young.  We would wake up before the sunrise, load up the kayaks and head out to catch stripers and blues in Long Island Sound. Spending the mornings watching the sunrise while holding a striper, I realized that my dad was giving me a lifelong gift. My passion led me to many different rivers and streams throughout the east coast. I quickly became even more obsessed with fly-fishing while attending the University of Montana. When not in class I was always on the river, which led me to guiding. I guided on a variety of different rivers and creeks throughout Missoula, Bozeman and Glacier.  I’ve also been lucky enough to spend time on the serene flats of the Bahamas and Mexico. The feeling of standing on a flats boat in the tropics while casting to spooky bonefish is as good as it gets in my opinion."

 In my short-lived 20 years, I have been fortunate to have traveled and fished more places than one could ask to see in a lifetime. My love for the outdoors began from a very young age when my parents refused to ever let me sit in front of the TV or a computer screen longer than I had to be. I never had a play station or an xbox controller in my hands, but I did have one of the best bass lakes in the south running through my back yard, Lake Austin.

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Though he grew up in New York State, sixteen years ago Brett moved to Swan Valley, Idaho to pursue a career in fly fishing.  During the past sixteen years, he has done it all.  He has established himself as one of the South Fork’s foremost guides, he has worked as a fly rep, launched a salt water charter business, Ofishaly Hooked Charters, become a certified Coast Guard Captain, guided the flats in the Florida Keys for Tarpon, Bonefish and Permit and guided for Redfish in the vast marshes of Louisiana. In addition, Brett has traveled to many exotic locals around the globe in chasing a variety of game fish. He has been featured as a guide on both ESPN2’s In Search of Fly Water and Adventure Guides on Versus.  As a Head Guide, Brett has taken great pride in his craft and strives to push other guides to reach new levels of perfection and professionalism.   

Sue is a local girl from Idaho Falls, Idaho.  She started her guiding career in 1995 at Wapiti River Guides in Riggins, Idaho.  For three years, she ran whitewater trips in both drift boats and rafts, making her one the most experienced oarsmen on the river.  She has worked on a number of waterways including the Lower Salmon River, Hells Canyon of the Snake River, the Owyhee River, and the Grand Rhonde.  In 1998 she decided to shift gears and focus her attention on fly fishing, taking a job with Drifters on the South Fork.  In June of 2002 she began working for South Fork Outfitters.  Her reputation precedes her, and while she is an extremely versatile fisherman, known to many as a dry fly specialist.  She is a fierce competitor, often finishing high in the rankings in the Jackson Hole One Fly.  In fact, during 2004 she posted the big fish, and in 2006 she won “top guide” in that contest.  Sue is married to Brett Novik another Worldcast guide.  In addition to guiding on The South Fork, the two of them spent more than fifteen  years running Ofishaly Hooked Charters, a successful  flats fishing operation for Tarpon, Bonefish, Permit and Redfish  based in both Louisiana and the Lower Florida Keys.       

Robert Monroe 

"I enjoy being able to show people a fish that they can see; help them present, hook, catch and land that fish!  Hopefully over the years, people can say that has happened a couple of times anyway!" 

You can explore Justin's artwork, follow his adventure blogs, and discover new fly fishing content by checking out his latest project, The Salted Trout, which hits the internet in May 2015. thesaltedtrout.com 

Favorite Rods- Radian 906, S4S 908, T3h 1358 

His journey so far has led him to explore river in the Olympic Peninsula, the Western Cascades, as well as beaches around the Puget Sound. Dave is constantly pursuing new places, new fish, and new ideas. When he isn't on the river, he is inevitably working hard at the vice tying new patterns and coming up with innovative ideas. Over the years, Dave has had the privilege of fishing in Colorado, Minnesota, Montana, Wyoming, and now Washington. He is proud to call himself a member of the team at The Avid Angler Fly Shop in Washington, as well a member Scott’s Pro Staff.  

Anthony fishes over 200 days a year, whether guiding clients or sharing his passion with friends and family. Anthony also organizes annual trips to Yakutat, Alaska, and he enjoys cooking the salmon he brings back for his family. Anthony also loves to fish for northern pike in Minnesota, but really, he will fish anywhere with anyone, as long as they are happy to be on the water.