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Fishing Guides

Jackson Hole Anglers employs some of the finest fly fishing guides in the nation.  Our fishing guides come from a variety of different locations and backgrounds.  Our guides do, however, share some very important attributes.  They are passionate instructors, guides, and fishermen.  For more information on our guiding philosophy, please visit our philosophies page.  Below are some brief portraits of some of our fishing guides.

David Ellerstein:  Owner ~ Head Guide

David Ellerstein began his professional guide career in Ontario, Canada back in 1989, and has been a guide ever since.  He has guided fishing, canoeing, and whitewater rafting all over North America.  David moved to Jackson Hole in 1995, and founded Jackson Hole Anglers in 2001.  His lifelong passion for guiding trips has helped him become one of the premiere guides in the area.  David has passed his knowledge on to many guides and gets a great thrill from seeing others achieve things they didn't think they could do.  David spends his winters as a ski instructor at the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, and his free time running rivers and fishing all over North America.  David is an extremely patient and knowledgeable guide, capable of teaching the most veteran of fishermen something new.  David has a relaxed approach to fishing, which means people will have a great time, regardless of what the day holds.

Matt Pfeifer:

Matt is an avid outdoorsman, who spends every minute of his free time fishing and hunting.  Matt has spent the vast majority of his life in Wyoming, Idaho, and Utah.  Matt's easy demeanor and friendly attitude wins people over from the minute he meets them.  Matt is a graduate of the Western Rivers Guide School and has been with Jackson Hole Anglers since 2003.  Matt is one of our most requested guides, and the people he fishes with go home feeling as though they have made a new friend.

Kevin Emery:

Kevin Emery has been a professional guide of outdoor pursuits for over 12 years and started guiding for Jackson Hole Anglers in 2005. He also guides for NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School) where he has instructed over 1500 days of wilderness education, teaching fishing, canoeing, rock climbing, mountaineering, and snowboarding all over the world. Kevin has a B.S. degree in Parks and Recreation Management with an education emphasis. Kevin is a professional and compassionate guide capable of teaching beginners and experts alike. His relaxed approach to fishing allows for time to enjoy the day fishing as well as enjoying the whole experience. If learning about local flora and fauna is your “cup of tea” then Kevin is your guide. When not fishing, Kevin can be found spending time with friends climbing, biking and pursuing his photography business www.kevinsemery.com. Spending time with Kevin is an experience not to be missed.

Spencer Morton:

Hailing from Stowe, Vermont, and carrying a degree in fisheries and wildlife biology, Spencer has made quite a splash on the Jackson scene.  He has quickly gone from being our newest guide to being one of our most requested guides.  Spencer is young, energetic, and extremely knowledgeable on a variety of fishing subjects including stream dynamics, trout physiology, and entomology.  In the winter, Spencer plays for our local hockey team, the Jackson Hole Moose.  Spencer is an excellent guide who's passion and excitement are bound to rub off on you.

Hans Harman:

A Virginia native, Hans has been fishing and skiing in the Jackson Area for 5 years now.  Hans has the fishing knowledge to put you onto some of the biggest fish in the river, and a sharp sense of humor to keep you laughing throughout the day.

Jesse Mead:

Jesse is a veteran guide with 12 years of guiding western rivers to his credit.  Jesse has a variety of great skills including a specialty in deep water nymphing for large trout.  Jesse oozes confidence and experience.  We have seen him show the most seasoned angler something new.  We have also seen him get young kids catch big fish on the fly.  Whatever experience you are looking for, Jesse can most likely provide it for you.

More Guides:

The above guides are some of our full time guides.  There are a few others that work for us as well, but we did not have a bio for.  All of our fishing guides are safe, patient, and knowledgeable.  Whichever guide you go out with is sure to show you a great day on the river.  To set up a trip with any one of our great guides click here now.

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