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Ryan Schaper

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A Certified Damn Good Guide is someone who goes above and beyond to show you an incredible experience on your trip. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.
Independent Guide
Quiet
Laid-back
Instructional
Beginner Oriented
Adventurous
Quality
Ryan's love for the outdoors started very young when he learned how to fish around age 3. He grew up fishing the lakes and rivers of south and central Texas; teaching himself and soaking up anything he could learn about bass and catfishing. In college, he worked as the manager of an outdoor recreational store, which opened the door to kayaking and fly fishing. Ryan continues to enjoy fly fishing for bass, many other warm water species, and trout, but has grown a special interest in fly fishing for common carp over the past few years. In 2019, Ryan was crowned the Texas Carp King for the Texas Fly Carpers United Tournament by catching 448.5 inches worth of carp throughout the 3 series tournament. After many years of fly fishing the rivers of central Texas, as well as the Texas coast, fishing has become a lifestyle for Ryan. He is a wealth of knowledge not only about fish and fishing, but the history and geology of our landscape, and what makes the outdoors of central Texas so special.

About Your Guide

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Ryan Schaper

Certified Damn Good Guide
Independent Guide
Ryan's love for the outdoors started very young when he learned how to fish around age 3. He grew up fishing the lakes and rivers of south and central Texas; teaching himself and soaking up anything he could learn about bass and catfishing. In college, he worked as the manager of an outdoor recreational store, which opened the door to kayaking and fly fishing. Ryan continues to enjoy fly fishing for bass, many other warm water species, and trout, but has grown a special interest in fly fishing for common carp over the past few years. In 2019, Ryan was crowned the Texas Carp King for the Texas Fly Carpers United Tournament by catching 448.5 inches worth of carp throughout the 3 series tournament. After many years of fly fishing the rivers of central Texas, as well as the Texas coast, fishing has become a lifestyle for Ryan. He is a wealth of knowledge not only about fish and fishing, but the history and geology of our landscape, and what makes the outdoors of central Texas so special.
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Trophy Rainbows On The Fly

NEW 1 - 4 People 5 - 8 Hours From $400
Trophy Rainbow Trout drift boat fly fishing trips
Trophy Rainbow Trout drift boat fly fishing trips
Trophy Rainbow Trout drift boat fly fishing trips
Trophy Rainbow Trout drift boat fly fishing trips
Trophy Rainbow Trout drift boat fly fishing trips
Trophy Rainbow Trout drift boat fly fishing trips
Trophy Rainbow Trout drift boat fly fishing trips
Trophy Rainbow Trout drift boat fly fishing trips
Trophy Rainbow Trout drift boat fly fishing trips
Trophy Rainbow Trout drift boat fly fishing trips
Trophy Rainbow Trout drift boat fly fishing trips
Trophy Rainbow Trout drift boat fly fishing trips
Trophy Rainbow Trout drift boat fly fishing trips
Trophy Rainbow Trout drift boat fly fishing trips
Trophy Rainbow Trout drift boat fly fishing trips
Trophy Rainbow Trout drift boat fly fishing trips
Trophy Rainbow Trout drift boat fly fishing trips

About Your Trip

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

The Canyon Lake Dam and the cold water released from the reservoir mark the start of the lower Guadalupe River and the roughly 16 mile section of trophy trout water. The waters are stocked by both Texas Parks and Wildlife and Guadalupe River Trout Unlimited from late fall to late winter. This section is the southernmost trout fishery in the United States and considered one of the top 100 trout fisheries the U.S. Differing from...

About Your Trip

The Canyon Lake Dam and the cold water released from the reservoir mark the start of the lower Guadalupe River and the roughly 16 mile section of trophy trout water. The waters are stocked by both Texas Parks and Wildlife and Guadalupe River Trout Unlimited from late fall to late winter. This section is the southernmost trout fishery in the United States and considered one of the top 100 trout fisheries the U.S. Differing from some of the other stocked rivers, the Guadalupe is known for the abundance of trophy sized trout, 15”-20+”. We provide both half day and full day float trips on this river. We focus on sections below the lake and near the town of New Braunfels off of river road. Half day trips are 4-5 hours and a full day is 8 hours with lunch included. Water and snacks are also provided on both trips.

The trip will consists of floating several miles of river- getting to experience all the sights and wildlife the river has to offer that day. Floating in an inflatable drift boat raft with the latest nrs fishing frame. The frame includes two comfortable padded swivel seats for the cleints as well as standing platforms and lean bars. The boat holds two anglers plus the guide who will be rowing the boat down the river. We will be targeting rainbow trout using 5 weight fly rods drifting flies in the current under a strike indicator.

I have been guiding in the Texas Hill Country for nearly a decade but have had the fortune of growing up fishing and navigating the limestone waterways since I was a young boy. My uncle has had property on the upper Guadalupe River for over 25 years and I went to school at Texas State for the reason that the San Marcos River flows through part of campus! I love sharing my knowledge and passion with everyone and am happy to teach new fly anglers, all experience levels are welcome!
Amenities

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

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About Your Boat

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Boat Type
Drift Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Aire
Year Built
2018
Boat Length
13'

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Drift Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Aire
Year Built
2018
Boat Length
13'
Boat Restroom
No
Additional Amenities
Comfortable padded swivel seats and standing platforms/lean bars for clients. Anchor pulley deployment system to hold the boat in current.
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Potential Target Species

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  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Techniques

Drift Fishing

Type of Fishing

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Trophy Rainbows On The Fly
January 21st, 2025
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New Braunfels, Texas
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New Braunfels, Texas
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New Braunfels, Texas
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New Braunfels, Texas
Trophy Rainbows On The Fly
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New Braunfels, Texas
Trophy Rainbows On The Fly
January 21st, 2025
New Braunfels, Texas
Trophy Rainbows On The Fly
January 21st, 2025
New Braunfels, Texas
Trophy Rainbows On The Fly
January 21st, 2025
New Braunfels, Texas
Trophy Rainbows On The Fly
January 21st, 2025
New Braunfels, Texas
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