Spend a full day with one of Scott's expert guides taking in the incredible mountain scenery around Ketchum, Idaho while chasing record-setting trout! You'll be targeting the usual suspects: Brown Trout, Brook Trout, and Rainbows—but stay on the alert for Redband Trout, an Idaho subspecies of the Rainbow Trout.
Your guide will help you select the perfect flies, aiming to "match the hatch" while drawing on years of experience reading factors ranging from water temperature
... Read More to wind. Get your casts ready, because your guide will lead you right to their best honey holes and put you on to some top-tier fish.
All of Scott's guided trips include transport and flies. Rod, reel, boot, and wader rentals are separate. Clients must hold a current Idaho fishing/hunting license. He and his guides pride themselves in providing you with a homemade streamside lunch at an additional fee of 15$. Please be sure to communicate any food allergies or dislikes you might have so that we can be sure to make your lunch as enjoyable as the rest of your trip. Please also be sure to communicate with your guide if you have any other medical conditions, such as bee allergies, and if you carry an epi pen. To maximize your experience on the water, come prepared with the right clothing, polarized sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. Get ready to hook 'em!
About Your Guide
Outfitter
Scott runs a friendly Mom and Pop fly shop and outfitter located in the world-famous resort area of Sun Valley, right on Ketchum’s Main Street.
Scott realized his dream to become an outfitter in 1984 and was joined by his partner in life, Susanne, in 1998.
Every member of his outfit is passionate about fly fishing in all of its forms and their enthusiasm for the sport becomes immediately evident when you walk through our doors.
It does not matter if you need advice on
... Read More fly choices, to learn a new knot, are seeking some fly-tying or casting advice, or, if you need help with equipment, no task is too large or small. Scott and his guides are here to help you!
They pride themselves on being friendly and helpful, and a lot of their clients come to the shop just to shoot the breeze.
Start Location
371 N Main St. Set 101 Ketchum, Idaho 83340
Amenities and Information
Water Type
River
Skill Levels
Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate
Tackle
All rods, reels, and tackle are included.
Weather
You will get a refund if the trip is canceled due to weather.
Waders
Wader rentals are not available.
Fish Cleaning
No cleaning service provided.
Beer
No beer allowed.
Boat Restroom
No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.
Live Bait
No live bait provided.
Species
Brown Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout
Techniques
Fly Fishing, Wading
Packing / Extras
Everything you'll need for your trip
Waders and Boots. We offer a Rental Package ($35/pp) Includes: Rod, Reel, Waders and Boots. Flies, Lunch, Transportation included.
This trip is managed by an outfitter. Scott will be your point of contact and you will go out with one of their guides.
Payment & Tipping
We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).
Cancellation/Refund Policy
The deposit for this trip is non-refundable (but if the weather is too bad to go out, you will still receive a credit back to your account).
Pricing Matrix
8 Hours
2 People
$660.00
1 Person
$660.00
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We vet our guides to make sure they are the best of the best. We want guides who not only put you on 'em, but show you a great time, keep you safe, and give you a memorable experience with your group.
Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!
In the case of inclement weather, our guides will make the call and we'll work with you to reschedule your trip or issue a credit for the full deposit of the trip to be used on any of our trips across the country. Your safety is our top concern.
Each trip’s price is set by the guide and factors in all of their costs. A big determinant of cost is often the type of boat and associated fuel costs, but other guide costs include leases, marina / slip fees, bait costs, and the cost to provide and maintain all of the gear you’ll need on your trip.
Once you book the trip, we will connect you directly with the guide to go over any additional details. In the meantime, our team is always available to answer your questions via email, text, chat, or call!
