If it looks like a minnow and acts like a minnow, it must be...lunch!


Hefty trout respond to winter tactics, as did "Miss January" pictured here.

Temperatures in spring fed streams tend to be more stable than the surrounding air. So fish the winter. The fish are there, other people aren't, and the flask/coffee is remarkably refreshing. 


Want to add a workout to your fishing? Let us line you up with the winter steelhead guides we trust. You're only a few hours from a whole new world of fly fishing.

  • Alaskan Sheefish on the fly
  • Getting there is half the fun
  • Viewing the Northern bites
  • 10 years old is a good time to learn
  • What do we do with the small ones?
  • Ask us about night fishing
  • First cat on a fly
  • Switch seasons; switch rods
  • Eat when the fish aren't, but stay close
  • Freshwater Permit
  • Elks Club Pool
  • Like wet paint, some people will...most, only once.
  • Saltwater to backwater, kayaks take us there
  • Guides view of Illinois mountains
At least he's not in a sweat shop making shoes
At least he's not in a sweat shop making shoes

 

Not just about trout!
Not just about trout!

13 lb cat, 2 wt Sage, 5x tippet = 46 minutes

Even more fun at the Illinois State Fair!

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Guided Boat, and Walk-In Trip Fees

 

1-2 Anglers, soft drinks, gear & flies, catch & release.

 

Full Day (7-8 Hrs)   $295

Half Day (4-5 Hrs)   $175

 

instruction Fees

For 3 or more students $50 total per student. (4 hour class).

For 1 to 2 students $50/hr, per student. (4 hour class).

School of Trout - (Half-day, Full Day, then Half-day).  $395 for one or two anglers, $275 for each additional angler. Stream fee, lodging, meals, not included.