1) What’s included in a guided trip and what do you need to bring?
• For Full-Day Drift Trips
I encourage all my clients to bring their own fishing gear. It often enhances the fishing experience when you fish with the equipment you are most familiar with. But not to worry, as I supply both fly rods and spinning gear for those without the proper gear. And, I always have an ample supply of the “right” flies and lures.
In addition to supplying the necessary equipment including life jackets, Full Day trips for one or two clients includes a hearty lunch with homemade sandwiches, a variety of fruit, bottled water, soft drinks and lots of snacks. Oh, and we always have cookies!
• For Half-Day Drift Trips
Half -day trips for one or two clients include the equipment listed above for full-day trips, and also includes drinks, fruit, and snacks.
I am an avid photographer and always have my camera ready to capture the trip highlights. Capturing smallmouth bass generated smiles is part of the experience for me. All trip photos are available for download within a couple of days of your trip.
2) Gear you should plan to supply
Appropriate clothing for the season:
Light weight fleece
• Even during the summer months, it’s a good idea to include fleece!
Camera
Polarized sunglasses
Sunscreen
Hat with brim
Rain gear
Medications
Boat shoes
• Appropriate shoes would include grippy rubber soles; also, wading shoes are a plus, like wading sandals or crocs (although you are not required to get your feet wet).