Idaho Fly Fishing Guides

We are often asked where we get such good guides. We generally give an off-hand answer. However, the truth is very complex. Last winter we interviewed over 40 guide applicants from all over the country. Of those, about fifteen passed the initial interview. In 2007, Randy then floated with each of those potential guides.

It only takes 15 minutes for Randy to know if an applicant can make the muster. Requirements include fly fishing, reading water, fly selection, boat handling, personality, work ethic, and fish catching. Of the applicants, we licensed “experienced” guides and others who claimed fishing “all their lives” and “since I was 5 years old” types. Randy hired Jay Myers, Andrew Perault and Bryce Anderson because they know how to fish and have great personalities.

Then the real training begins. We figure it takes about 3-4 weeks of floating and fishing to train new guides. By the end of training, our “new” guides have already had more days guiding on the river than most other outfitters “new guides” end up guiding the entire season.

Our new guides for 2007 all turned into very good guides and will be back in 2008.

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 48 years.

 

 

Matt Berry, Owner/Outfitter, 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, Owner/Outfitter, 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 aggressive toward guiding and will make sure you learn the hows and whys of fly-fishing. Brian takes many of our wading trips.

 

Tom Fenger, Head Guide, has been guiding at TVL for 29 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.

 

Robert 'Buck' Leonard
This will be Buck’s 8th 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.

Chris Scott a great desire to get you into fish. He loves to guide and it shows. Spend a day on the river with Chris, it will be one to remeber.

 

 

Adam Berry has been fishing with the boys since he was three. Having fished all the rivers from here to the Big Horn, he will put you into all the big fish.

Dallin Ralls proved himself to be a great addition to the guiding staff at Teton Valley Lodge. Dallin’s hardworking dedicated demeanor will get you into the fish.

 

 

Josh Jablow has been guiding for TVL for 4 years and is a fast study. Always on the river, guiding or fishing, he has a real
passion for the sport.

Scott Boettcher
Coming from Wyoming you would expect nothing but the best out of a guide. Scott’s knowledge combined with enthusiasm and a great personality make any day one for the books.

 

Darring Sinclair
This guy has guided for over 20 years! Not only that, he has guided former Presidents, movie stars and more. The most important thing to know about Darring is that he is the most amiable guide you will ever meet. Not only will you have fun but you’ll catch fish.

 

Jay Myers
Jay 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.

 

Anderw Perault
Andrew has been guiding for several years and comes to Teton Valley Lodge with great experience. Fishing is Andrew’s passion and it shows through every day on the river.

 

Bryce Anderson
Bryce grew up in an outfitting family and it runs in his blood. He has spent his whole life fishing and hunting the Snake River area, and knows it like the back of his hand. Bryce is a great addition to Teton Valley Lodge.

 

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.

 

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.

 

 

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.