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In spite of runoff going through June this year, we are having great trips right now on the Frying Pan, and hosting trips to fabulous Bar ZX private Ranch near Paonia. Some of the best dry fly float fishing of the year will be throughout July. See the Current Report Page for more details. 208 Main St., Carbondale, Colorado. Shop: 970-963-5741; Cell: 970-379-5672 |
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Book your trip now by calling 970-963-5741, or E-mail Crystal Fly Shop |
OUR HISTORY: Our shop had a modest beginning that was born out of a love of guiding. After working for other local shops and outfitters for a decade, owner David Johnson started Independent Flyfishing Guides outfitting service in 2005. In 2006, guiding operations moved into Crystal Fly Shop, in downtown Carbondale. While the retail shop has grown beyond anything envisioned 4 seasons ago, we're still small enough to take a personal interest in each of our customers and their needs--and we're big enough to have almost anything you need. And even though we're not really "independent" guides anymore, the spirit lives on--the spirit that every client is special and appreciated. Our staff of local and Carbondale fly fishing guides is experienced, friendly and professional. We offer float trips with both rafts and McKenzie drift boats, and have a full fleet of breathable waders, wading boots, and top rods to outfit you or your group. Unlike most shops, we will work with clients for whom price is an issue, especially during non-peak seasons when we are not heavily booked. We realize that teaching is as much a part of guiding as putting people onto fish, and we will help you to become a more independent flyfisher. You can also be assured that your guide knows exactly what is going on with our local rivers. |
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SPRING GUIDE TRIP SPECIAL--ALL GUIDE TRIPS DISCOUNTED BY $35 NOW UNTIL JUNE 30, 2008! BUY A GIFT CERTIFICATE FOR A GUIDE TRIP NOW TO LOCK IN THAT DISCOUNT FOR A TRIP ANYTIME AFTER JUNE 30! GUIDE TRIPS MAKE GREAT GIFTS! WE'VE STILL NEVER RAISED OUR PRICES! For 2008, our prices are 10-20% less than the big shops in our valley, and 20-30% less than non-local guides from the Vail Valley who guide here (AND EVEN LESS WITH OUR SPRING DISCOUNTS!) You can get a local room and a guide here for the same price, and spend more time on the river instead of on the road to and from Vail/Silverthorne. |
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OUR PHILOSOPHY: You can also be assured that we enjoy a world of fishing that is down to earth and free from attitude. We are generous with our knowledge, and our main goal (along with helping people catch a bunch of fish) is to have fun! Our clients are from all different backgrounds and skill levels--beginner to expert. We're happy to accommodate special requests, and strive to exceed your expectations and give you the best time possible. Most of our trips start from our Carbondale Fly Shop, but we can meet you at the river to maximize time, or we can arrange to pick you up if you lack transportation. Our fishing reports are updated regularly so that you too can know what's happening on the Roaring Fork, Frying Pan, Colorado, and Crystal Rivers. Our guide roster for 2008 includes David Johnson, Ed Deison, Rodi Quitiquit, Clem Rinehart, Matt Russell, Ryan Davis, Wolf Scheiblberg, Patrick Murray, Merle Rodgers, and Brian Sweeterman. |