I’m a fly fishing writer, tyer, instructor, and guide based in Cleveland, Ohio, and I’ve chased warm and cold water species throughout the Great Lakes for over a decade, leading excursions for local clubs, writing for fly fishing publications, and providing fly tying instruction along the way.

Are you just getting started in fly fishing?

Let’s schedule a casting lesson to discuss the basics of equipment and casting to get you in the game. Have some experience, but want to check out specific techniques, locations, or species? Let’s get on the water and break down the opportunities and tactics at your disposal.

Looking for flies or tying instruction?

I can provide high quality flies by request - both my own original patterns as well as many other popular designs. I tie with the very best materials to create functional and durable fishing flies for a number of applications. I’m happy to discuss the specific patterns you are looking for - please feel free to reach out!

Better yet, let’s get on the vise and get you up to speed so you can create your own custom flies. Tying lessons, like casting instruction, can be whatever you want them to be. We can focus on certain patterns or start from scratch. I’m available for one-on one, small group, and large events.

Interested in learning more about freshwater flyfishing?

Check out the media page to discover tips and tricks for targeting a wide variety of species. These pieces have appeared in publications like The Drake Magazine, Flylords, Flyffisherman.com, and American Fly Fishing Magazine, and they’re full of information to point you in the right direction.

Fly fishing is for everyone, and our region offers some incredible opportunities for those who know where to look. The world is yours to explore.