Fly Fishing Guides

We are often asked where we get such good fly fishing guides.

Our number one priority at Teton Valley Lodge has always been quality fly fishing guides. The best in the business, they are employed only by the lodge and are fully trained by Randy and the rest of our senior guide staff. What would be the use of having the greatest rivers in the world if your guides do not match up? At Teton Valley Lodge our guests get a top quality fishing experience every time out.

We realize that there are many guide services and lodges to choose from throughout the west and around the world. The ultimate success of these lodges is the quality of their guides. We are committed to having the best guide staff anywhere. No other lodge in the world has taken as many guided trips in the last 90 years as Teton Valley Lodge. Every year of experience adds to the quality of our staff through intense training and team work.

As a testament to our guides, Teton Valley Lodge enjoys a remarkable 75% return customer clientele. Many of these customers have been fishing with us for decades. Why do they come back? They catch fish! TVL guides have one thing on their minds every minute of the day, catch fish.

Randy Berry, Teton Valley Lodge owner, began guiding in 1959, here at the lodge. He has guided on the rivers of Montana, Wyoming, and Idaho for over 50 years.

Matt Berry, Teton Valley Lodge owner, grew up fishing and guiding the Teton, Fall, Henry’s Fork and South Fork, as well as all other great waters in Montana and Utah plus steelheading in Oregon and British Columbia. Matt’s expertise and pleasant manner always make for a great day on the river.

Brian Berry, Teton Valley Lodge owner, also grew up fishing and guiding all of our rivers and has spent a great deal of time fishing Montana and Idaho for trophy trout. Brian is an aggressive guide and will make sure you learn the hows and whys of fly-fishing.

Tom Fenger, Has been guiding at TVL for 30+ years. Tom is the head guide at the lodge and mentor for all the other guides. Tom is an expert steelheader and bird hunting guide. His trout fishing expertise makes him a legend in the area.

John Pehrson formerly Randy’s partner, John has been guiding at the lodge since 1961. He returned in 2004 from a three year leave and is back to work guiding our guests and “murdering ‘em”! Everyone knows John and what a fun and productive day he guarantees.

Wood Palmer Having guided at the lodge for over 20 years, Wood is an aficionado in every sense of the word. Beyond his love for fly fishing, he is an avid steelhead fisherman, skier and bird hunter.

Robert ‘Buck’ LeonardThis will be Buck’s 10th year guiding at TVL. Combined experience and natural talent in guiding at the lodge and in the Virgin Islands, guarantee a great day of fishing.

Patrick Hogan, came back to the lodge last year after a couple of seasons off. He just could not stay away. His love of the river and of spending time with the guests brought him back. Pat is a veteran guide of over a decade and his enthusiasm is contagious to everyone around him.

Josh JablowJosh has been guiding for TVL for 6 years and is a pleasure to be with. Always on the river, guiding or fishing, he has a real passion for the sport.

Jay Myers comes to Teton Valley Lodge with years of guiding experience from guiding steelhead fishing in Idaho to hunting bears in Alaska. An excellent guide and all around great guy, Jay will help you enjoy a great day on the water.

Dave Wells has guided at the lodge for many years, and after a small hiatus to begin his teaching career, we are happy to welcome him back. Dave is a phenomenal guide with knowledge and enthusiasm to spare.

WC Paetz has passion, which gives an edge over most guides on the river. His intensity and drive to catch fish never goes unnoticed.

Dallin Owens comes to the lodge after years of guiding in Montana. With a great work ethic and limitless knowledge about the sport Dallin is an outstanding guide. TVL and our guests are lucky to have him on board.

Jonathan Murray is in his third season at the Lodge. With a true love of the sport and an insatiable drive to please his clients and to catch fish Johnny has proven himself an asset to the Lodge.

Chris Nelson will be familiar to many of you who have been coming for years and years. Chris was a full time guide for many years and last year decided to come back on a part-time basis. If you are lucky enough to spend a day on the river with Chris you will never forget it.

Kirk Ward makes his home in Rexburg Idaho where he and his wife teach at BYU Idaho. He has fished the area for years and is an excellent guide and fisherman. Kirk always gets the fish.