Guided trip for a novice?

[jpbarr]

Hey Everyone-

I introduced a good friend to fly fishing a while ago, and I'd like to take him on a guided trip somewhere to get some casting instruction from a pro and hopefully catch a trout or 2. I'm thinking an overnight trip somewhere within a few hours' drive.

Any suggestions on places to take him, and specifically guides that can help him avoid all my bad habits? I heard somewhere that Carlisle PA was an option, but I've never been. Maybe Mossy Creek?

He got some crap news recently, so I'd love to take give him a day off sometime soon if possible.

Thanks a ton!

[Carl Z.]

I've had good luck with Tom Baltz in Carlisle area on the Yellow Breeches.  Tom Baltz, Angling Adventures.  It will be nymphing, so good casting skill is not as important.  I would avoid places that are more technical such as Mossy, Bevercreek or the LeTort up in Carlisle.  

Carl

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[Carl Z.]

Just a followup.  I meant beavercreek in Maryland.  I've heard that Beavercreek in VA is better, especially on ColdwaterOutfitter's private water.

Carl

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[Rebecca Maestri]

Kiki Galvin (Ms Guided) knows waters and reads fish well. Also, a fabulous casting instructor and can give great tips on feet and rigging. 

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[William Hea]

+1 for Kiki Galvin, my girlfriend and I had a great time with her and would love to fish with her again on Mossy Creek. Also recommend Tom Martin and his team at Heavy Water Anglers (they typically work with the Beaver Creek Fly Shop as well) for flyfishing in Maryland.

I've had a lot of fun with guides in Central PA near Carlisle (I like to stay in AirBNB's or hotels in State College). Dom Swentovsky (Troutbitten.com) is a personal favorite, but if you fish with Dom, you will fish hard and my idea of a good fishing day ends in exhaustion. If you call up a fly shop near where you want to go they can usually set you up with a guide and they will get you on fish. Just be sure to clearly state what you want out of the trip (learning to cast, many fish, big fish, etc.)

[Luke Morrison]

Thank you for passing this along, I’m particularly excited to fish with Heavy Water Anglers sometime soon. That’s my type of fishing. 

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