Carp Guide Trip
Carp fishing is a highly visual, sight fishing focused game. They are one of my favorite fish to target with a fly rod! Targeting these fish requires patience, keen eye sight and a well placed cast if you are going to convince one of these underappreciated sport fish to take your fly. Whether you want to test your angling prowess or maybe you’re trying to sharpen your saltwater skills, I can help anyone interested in elevating their Carp game or someone that simply wants to check this fish off their angling bucket list.
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Deposit & Cancellation Policy
Deposit & Cancellation Policy
A deposit of $250 (multi-day trips will require your deposit to be 50% of the total trip cost) will be required at the time of booking in order to reserve/hold your date(s). Once within 30 days of the scheduled trip, you will be responsible for paying the balance. All guide trips booked inside 30 days will require payment in full at the time of booking.
Cancellations made more than 30 days out will receive a full refund, less 5% to cover processing fees. Deposits/payments are nonrefundable if cancellations are made inside of 30 days. If a cancellation is made within 30 days, I will do my best to re-book this date with another angler. If a new trip can be booked, a full refund will be issued, less a 5% processing fee.
All cancellations due to weather and water conditions will be at the sole discretion of the guide. If your trip is cancelled due to unfavorable conditions, we will work together to find a new date. If a new date can not be determined then a full refund will be given.
By making a deposit and/or payment you are agreeing to the policy stated above. Hopefully you understand the importance and need to uphold this policy at all times.
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Carp Guide Trip
Carp (Cyprinus Carpio) River Float Trips
It’s incredible to see how far fly fishing for Carp has come. Targeting this species wasn’t always this popular. When I started intentionally fly fishing for Carp over 20 years ago, there were only a handful of anglers I knew doing it. One of them was Jim Andrix, the person I give most credit, or maybe blame, for feeding this addiction. He was instrumental in my early development, teaching me how to target a fish that seemed almost impossible to catch. Although Jim is no longer with us, it’s impossible to see a tailing carp and not think of all the advice he so freely shared when I was starting out.
Fast forward nearly 25 years and it’s easy to see why these amazing game fish have become so popular. They test you in ways one can only be tested in saltwater, but are far more accessible regardless of where you live! My favorite way to target Carp is by sight fishing, a game where your stealth, keen eyesight and patience are paramount to success. Imagine easing down a slow-moving river looking for signs of feeding Carp. Once spotted, you might only get one shot before the gig is up and they are onto you. If you do everything right and one of these golden torpedoes eat your fly, you still have to fight a 10 to 20 pound fish and do your best to keep it out of cover, often with very light 2X or 3X tippet. These fish run hard, fight harder, and will test anglers of every skill level.
Gear is provided on all guide trips. If you want to bring your own gear, we can discuss and go over what you have and if it is suitable for what we will be doing. Having gear rigged up the right way is critical to giving you the best chance for success and having an enjoyable time on the water.
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What is Provided
What is Provided
What to bring
What to bring
- Check weather and dress/pack accordingly. During none summer months, expect it to feel 5-10 degrees cooler on the water. Don’t forget rain gear if necessary.
- Polarized sunglasses and hat
- Lunch/Snacks. You are welcome to bring your own pack/bag but there will be a cooler on board.
- Waders and Boots if needed. This will be discussed when we talk prior to the trip.
- Valid Ohio fishing license.
