Summary

Full Day Guided Fly Fishing – Uncompahgre River

Prices From	USD$ $335.00
1st Departure	02.14.2012
Provider	RIGS Fly Shop & Guide Service
Destination	Uncompahgre River
Duration	8 hours
Challenge	Beginner
Avg Rating	Not Rated

Year-Round, Tailwaters  
Walk and wade the Uncompahgre River and its Tributaries in Ridgway State Park. Southern Colorado's newest tail water fishery below Ridgway Reservoir, offers anglers a chance to discover an unparalleled fishing experience year-round. Extensive rehabilitation has resulted in prime habitat for Rainbow, Brown, and Cut-throat trout with catch and release waters revealing deep runs and large pools. Whether you are a veteran or novice, our certified professional guides will provide you with a quality angling experience.
This stretch of river lies within Ridgway State Park. A park pass is required on all vehicles.
PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE TAXES & FEES

Itinerary

On the Water

*Lunch Included on all Full-Day Trips Our Guides will meet you at our Full Service Fly Shop prior to trip departure, excitted and ready to go for your guided angling adventure!  Guides typically like to take a few moments at this point to make sure you are properly outfitted for your trip, review fly patterns and make recomendations. From here, we'll load up and head out to your trip location for an incredible day of guided fly fishing! *Please make sure you indicate to your guide the skill areas in which you wish to focus on to become a better angler; this will help our guides understand your unique desires and adapt to your requests. *On trip day, please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure if you need to address any of the following items: Fishing Lisence, Rental Gear or Equipmental Considerations.

Gear List

Listed below are some basic essentials for your guided fishing trip. Please note: you can purchase or rent any of these items at our fly shop upon arrival. Fly Fishing Essentials: <ul type=circle><li>Rod & Reel – 4 to 7 weight rod/reel/line. (Rod preferences are subject to current water levels, hatches and locations. Please inquire.)</li><li>Waders and Boots- (if you would like to rent these, please contact us several days prior to the trip so we can reserve you rentals.)</li><li>Leaders- (2x to 6x)</li><li>Tippet- (guides will provide this, but it is nice to have- (3 to 5x)</li></ul>Fly Suggestions: You will have the opportunity to purchase flies here which may provide you with a better selection than back home.

<ul type=circle><li>Fishing Hat –intense sun!</li><li>Polarized sun glasses.</li><li>Long sleeve shirt- synthetic/light weight.</li><li>Water Bottle- large (“Camel Back hydration packs are ideal”)</li><li>Snacks (Please note: Lunch is included on Full-Day trips only.)</li><li>Camera- bring a good water-proof case.</li><li>Sun Screen- SPF 30+, and lip balm.</li><li>Rain gear & synthetic long underwear (tops & bottoms)</li><li>Additional warm synthetic/wool clothing.</li><li>Day pack</li><li>$$$ for guide gratuities – for quality service only!</li></ul>The clothing you choose should be warm, lightweight, fast drying and allow good freedom of movement. Synthetics such as polypropylene, pile or fleece, are lighter than wool and also dry much faster.

Travel Information

Activity Location

RIGS Fly Shop & Guide Service
565 Sherman #2
mailing: PO Box 2086
Ridgway, CO 81432 USA