The Ridge Fly Fishing

The Ridge Fly Fishing Professional fly fishing guide service specializing in float fishing for smallmouth bass and musky.
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Late-season magic on the Mississippi! Our good buddy Bobby wrapped up his trout season in Colorado and joined us in Minn...
01/20/2025

Late-season magic on the Mississippi! Our good buddy Bobby wrapped up his trout season in Colorado and joined us in Minnesota for two unforgettable days chasing musky on the river late November. This beautiful fly-caught fish shows just how thick and healthy the Mississippi River muskies are!

🎣 The Matriarch of The Ridge Lauren Brown landed a couple of giants this past summer, showing us all how it’s done! As a...
10/21/2024

🎣 The Matriarch of The Ridge Lauren Brown landed a couple of giants this past summer, showing us all how it’s done! As a true dry fly purist, she sticks to her favorite—a white Boogle Bug—and this beauty couldn’t resist. 🐟

This smallmouth was on the hunt, pushing water like a Giant Trevally, charging five feet to take that perfectly placed cast. No pop, no twitch—just a flawless presentation near a boulder in those golden evening hours we all live for.

These magical moments are what fuel our passion. Want to experience an unforgettable evening float next summer? Hit us up at www.theridgeflyfishing.com

Throwback to our first trip of the season!High water froggin’ 🐸 at its finest 🎣🌊At 84 years young, Dick still throws an ...
10/16/2024

Throwback to our first trip of the season!
High water froggin’ 🐸 at its finest 🎣🌊

At 84 years young, Dick still throws an 8-weight like a pro! 💪

We had an epic day working Umpqua’s diving frog, landing it inches from the bank.
Can’t wait to do it all over again next May when the high water returns!

10/14/2024

We love watching the smallmouth feed in shallow water at our private boat dock.

🎣 Building Connections on the WaterOne of the most rewarding parts of being a fly fishing guide is the lasting connectio...
10/14/2024

🎣 Building Connections on the Water

One of the most rewarding parts of being a fly fishing guide is the lasting connections made on the water. I met Greg years ago at in Salida, CO. Recently, he reached out last minute for an early morning float near St. Paul, MN. Despite the rain and cold, Greg and Elliot hooked their first smallmouth bass within 10 minutes!

People often ask, “When’s the best time to fish?” My answer: “Whenever you can.”

When we’re not guiding or fishing our local waters, we’re on the road seeking new adventures. And of course, that means ...
10/09/2024

When we’re not guiding or fishing our local waters, we’re on the road seeking new adventures. And of course, that means one thing—FISHING! 🎣🐟 These beauties were caught in an untouched tributary of the Yukon River, Alaska. One of the most remote and wild places I’ve ever fished! If you could brave the bugs, the fishing was absolutely lights out! Who’s up for the next remote adventure? 🌲🐾

🎣 Unreal Start to the Trip Yesterday! 🐟Fred wanted the full experience on the St. Cloud section, our very own backyard r...
10/06/2024

🎣 Unreal Start to the Trip Yesterday! 🐟

Fred wanted the full experience on the St. Cloud section, our very own backyard run, and it didn’t disappoint. With fast water, precision casts, and hard rowing, the first 15 minutes were absolutely epic. ⚡️

Fred trusted his guide, made the angles count, and landed his personal best twice—yes, two massive fish in just 5 casts! 🔥

There’s nothing quite like the rush of nailing it in fast water.

Soaking up the last few days of epic smallmouth fishing 🎣. These beauties were hanging out in shallow, fast water, and n...
10/02/2024

Soaking up the last few days of epic smallmouth fishing 🎣. These beauties were hanging out in shallow, fast water, and nothing compares to seeing a big smallie crush a streamer right in front of you.

Today’s MVP? A hand-tied Murdich Minnow from John LaGow 🪶. Love when you pick the perfect fly and never have to swap it out! 🙌

Welcome to THE RIDGEThe Ridge is the realization of a lifelong dream.Growing up on the high banks of the Mississippi Riv...
09/30/2024

Welcome to THE RIDGE

The Ridge is the realization of a lifelong dream.
Growing up on the high banks of the Mississippi River, I always envisioned starting a fly fishing company on my family's property, sharing the magic of these waters with others. After a decade of guiding in the western waters of the United States, I'm thrilled to take this passion further and launch a new chapter in my guiding career.

There's no place more special to me than the mighty Mississippi, and I hope you'll join me on this incredible journey. Whether you're an experienced angler or just beginning, The Ridge promises an unforgettable experience on my favorite river in the world.

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