Patrick and Anthony are two of MA’s newest guides, specializing in everything from trout to stripers with an emphasis on conservation and teaching the next generation of anglers. Both are hardcore, fishing many times a week regardless of the conditions, and have a lot of experience on Massachusetts waters. Additionally, Patrick and Anthony are Swift
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Deerfield River Float Trips
Man, I wish I could go on one of these trips. Orvis Dedham is organizing some floats on the Deerfield on July 23 and 24. Here is the description: Enjoy a full day float trip down the Deerfield Rivers in Western Mass. Total cost is $225. This is one of our most popular trips. Each
Lopstick’s Bill Bernhardt
(CabinsAtLopstick.com) While fishing up in Pittsburg, NH, I ran into Bill Bernhardt of Lopstick. I can recognize him from far away. He waded downstream to leave the river and stopped to say hello. Bill is a fly fishing guide. I’m a huge fan of his. In 2007, as a complete newbie, he taught me to fly
Fishing with Zach St. Amand
Ok, that was insane. Landed a few dozen trout at the Farmington and just stopped counting. Best part of the day was going out in the morning with guide Zach St. Amand. I thought I knew how to nymph. I’ve had a lot of success with it. Have not hired a guide in about 10