Guided Fly Fishing Trips & 2009 rates
Rates for 2009:
1 person:$ 250
2 people:$ 350
3 people:$ 400
Price is for full day.
Please check for half day availability and pricing
All trips are Catch and Release.
(870) 404-9027
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Arkansas Trophy Trout
1 person:$ 250
2 people:$ 350
3 people:$ 400
Price is for full day.
Please check for half day availability and pricing
Arkansas Trophy Trout
"Gabe Cross and John Holsten are the operators of Arkansas Trophy Trout Guide Service. They have been vigorously fly fishing the Ozarks for over 15 combined years. A typical day begins when the client is ready and doesn’t end until the fish tell us it's that time. Both Gabe and John are the most patient teachers around and they pride themselves on providing action while the client is still in the learning process. Most are ecstatic when they talk about how much was learned in one day. Both are the perfect guides to teach your spouse or children this wonderful art. Writing is Gabe’s other passion, and he is scheduled to be published in several national fly fishing magazines. John is an avid duck hunter.
Arkansas Trophy Trout operates a 2001 Marine Tech 21-foot fiberglass riverboat with a 15hp Mercury outboard. It is equipped with plenty of dry storage, carpeted floor, and this boat is 6 to 12 inches wider than most of the other ones on the river. This allows ample room for fly fishing from the boat while providing an added element of safety. This boat is one of the most spacious and comfortable boats on the rivers.
***Arkansas Trophy Trout now has a Hyde drift boat. This will allow for access to miles of unpressured waters rarely seen by fly anglers.
***All guide trips will be with Gabe or John, if possible. They work with the best guides in the area who are all familiar with effective trout techniques and tailwater safety. Please let me know if planning a group outing...we'll save you a lot of frustration. Also ask about group discounts when booking three or more guides.
What's included and what to expect on a guided trip
Although fly fishing has been in existence in one form or another for centuries, the Ozarks has been slow to come embrace the sport. But all that has changed recently. Now, fly fishing is just as big a draw as the old ways of angling (bait/spin fishing), and the fisheries are benefiting from increased catch and release practices. Because these rivers are periodically stocked, there are usually plenty of ‘action’ fish around, and there are also significant numbers of wild fish. Arkansas Trophy Trout can tailor a trip to your specific desires. If you want to just target big fish, we know where to go. If plenty of action is what you desire, I’ll put you on that, as well. As often is the case on the White and Norfork, it is possible to be engaged in plenty of action and still have a shot at a lunker, but there are specialized techniques and flies that can be utilized to target specific sizes and species of fish. Many of the factors that encourage the fish to feed have little to do with nature, but still, weather and the daily hatches can make all the difference in the world.
A drift boat trip during specific water conditions can be an enjoyable way to cover less pressured water and take in some marvelous scenery. Arkansas Trophy Trout has several float options, and it is usually possible to prearrange shuttle service. Please inquire about floats and there is no extra charge for float trips. All trips includes everything: lunch, boat, flies, leaders, tippet, sunscreen, etc. If you need to borrow a rod or reel, we can furnish one. Just bring your waders and a camera. All trips are Catch & Release ONLY.
All full day trips include everything: flies, leaders, tippett, etc,etc,etc. You bring waders and the appropriate licences, and we can cover the rest.
Half-day trips may be arranged, but because it is nearly impossible to book the other half of the day, the price difference in half-day trips is: fifty dollars in most cases. Contact Arkansas Trophy Trout for availability.
-Please send a deposit of: $100 subsequent to booking. Cancellations must be more than 14 days from the scheduled trip for a return on the deposit.
-For bookings of three or more days, a half-day trip or instruction session either on your arrival or departure is complimentary.
(870) 404-9027