GTFF Conservation Way Points – ORV’s and The Snake River
It is not difficult to see, even with the untrained eye the remarkable beauty and significant wildlife that exists in the Headwaters region of the Snake River and Grand Teton National Park. Around nearly every corner lies something truly amazing and it is these characteristics that opened the door to fully protecting this part of our natural world for many generations to come. When an area is considered for Wild and Scenic designation as is the Snake River Headwaters, a list of primary cha...
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GTFF partner, Mark Fuller joins Hart – Montgomery
Mark Fuller joins Hart-Montgomery Outdoor Sales! We are happy to announce that GTFF partner and guide, Mark Fuller has joined the Hart-Montgomery Team as a contract rep covering the states of Oregon, Washington, and Alaska. Mark and Rachael, and their two daughters, live in Hood River, Oregon. Most recently, Mark spent over 6 years with Korkers products, a specialty footwear manufacturer based in Portland, Oregon. He was their Pacific Northwest sales representative, and also their Western ...
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Thoughts on the 2021 Guide Season – Covid, early water forecast & pre-bookings
Wow, in nearly a blink of eye, we are heading full steam into another Spring season with our peak summer season looming before too long. We hate to see time fly by so quickly, yet it sure is nice to have 2020 in our rear view mirror. For our business we couldn't have been more fortunate. A strong community covid plan combined with a high demand for outdoor recreation meant we were one of the lucky businesses coming out of 2020, yet the stress and uncertainties were real and we feel tremendo...
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Ice Fishing with Grand Teton Fly Fishing – Ice Fish Jackson Hole!
For many years we have sought out a viable private lake access for those early summer days when the rivers are too high for good angling, a location to take beginners, kids or perhaps disabled, looking for a safe and fun experience. Well, in 2019 we met Lelio Ravagnani, owner of Lava Creek Ranch on the east side of Togwotee Pass and our relationship began. His property and our growing partnership has fulfilled that early season venue. In addition, starting in 2020 we acquired all the nece...
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Líneas Apretadas!
Grand Teton Fly Fishing da la bienvenida a nuestra comunidad hispana para explorar y registrar para nuestro correo electrónico informativo a fin de que puedes empezar a aprender como pescar con mosca. Recuerda siempre: 1) Pesca con ganchos sin púas. 2) Practica la captura y liberación adecuadas. 3) Esta familiarizado con los regulaciones locales. 4) Ser consciente de la vida silvestre y los peligros del río. Líneas apretadas! GTFF Administración...
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Lava Creek Ranch – Our Private Access Awaits!
LAVA CREEK RANCH, A PRIVATE ACCESS PARTNERSHIP WITH GRAND TETON FLY FISHING Nestled just on the East side of Togowotee Pass near Lava Mountain Lodge sits a quiet, peaceful and serene piece of property known as Lava Creek Ranch. Owned and managed by Lelio Ravagnani, this unique access allows GTFF guides to take our valued guests to some of the best private still water fishing in Western Wyoming. The property hosts a 4 acre lake that is full of large rainbows, browns and cutthroats. The layout ...
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Guide Notes – Spring 2020
Two of our senior guides became dads last year and it is fitting to give these two high fives, even if we are a little late on the news. Neil Chamberlin and his wife, Annie had baby Greta early last June and Josh Gallivan and Jess Larson had their daughter, Makuru (Rue) late in May. They are both off to a wonderful start with their daughters and we look forward to seeing these two families grow. Raising young kids can put a damper on your personal fishing so expect extra hard work while the...
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GTFF Awarded new GTNP contract for 2020!
As many of you may or may not know we operate under a NPS concessions contract within GTNP. These are typically limited, 10 year contracts and our previous agreement ran out on December 31, 2019. To our delight and through continuous effort to adapt and train we are happy to announce the NPS awarded GTFF the 2020 contract that will see us through 2029. Furthermore, our operation has been rated as "Superior" 4 years in a row from GTNP, a rating that is not easily acquired. Our staff feels hon...
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Spring Water & Fishing Update and Coronavirus – Revised 3/27/20
Much has transpired in the last few weeks and we feel it is important to deliver a message about our current and future operating plans. First, the spring fishing has been very good and before the resorts closed on March 15, 2020 we had several very successful trips to the Snake River during one of our favorite times of the season. At this time of the year streamers and midges will be your best approach. In the next few weeks we expect to see a push of skwalla stoneflies move up river just b...
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Spring 2019 Water Report
A look at our current conditions, April 23, 2019 Our winter took its time getting started this past season with minimal snow in November, December and January. Local ski areas had just enough snow to work with to keep our holiday visitors happy and it seemed just as it was beginning to look bad we would get a few inches or so to cover the trails in a soft new coat. That all changed late in January, just as our guides Josh Gallivan and Scott Smith took a group of hardy winter anglers to Ab...
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