Guides Of Sasquatch Fly Fishing

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Joe Croteau - I have been guiding in Estes Park since 1996.  During the off season I am a High School Social Studies teacher who graduated from Colorado State University.  When I am not in the classroom I am off fishing some of the best holes in Colorado, Montana or Idaho.  My summer home is Rocky Mountain National Park and I know it as well as anyone.  Hop on a trip and learn some of the secrets the Rockies has to offer!

Ali Bair - I came to Sasquatch eight years ago for a fun summer job during college, and have found myself coming back every year since. The fishing, hiking, community, and, of course, the mountains of Estes Park make spending summer anywhere else unthinkable. Over the years, I have fallen in love with guiding. Sharing the coveted craft of fly fishing with so many different types of people has deepened my own love and dedication for the sport. In the off-season, I work as a freelance filmmaker and aspire towards a career in documentary film. I hope to one day produce documentaries about fly fishing culture all over the world, perhaps starting with Colorado. 

Sam Rubaker - I am from Western Pennsylvania and this is my 6th year guiding for Sasquatch. I grew up fishing for native brook trout in PA with my dad before finally making my way out West. When I am not here in Estes fishing the backcountry, you can find me exploring the South Platte watershed instead of showing up for class at CU Boulder where I am getting my master’s in mechanical engineering. I can't wait to show you around Rocky Mountain National Park this summer, and you might even be able to convince me to skip a day of classes to take you fishing in the fall.
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Lindsay Lifka- Being from the great city of Chicago you'd probably ask yourself how'd I make my way out west? Well, I've been visiting Estes Park and RMNP for over fourteen years and my passion for fly fishing has blossomed into a love for putting clients on fish! One day, lets fish together! Click back to our trips page and check out what we've got to offer ;)  
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Jessica O'Sullivan - I was born and raised in Northern California at the base of a mountain. I grew up in the outdoors hiking and snowboarding whenever I could. Being an outdoors person I look forward to finding new adventures all the time. Including my recent move to Denver, to study Civil Engineering at Metro State in the fall. This will be my third summer at Sasquatch and I can't wait to get there and get started again!

Shane Smith - ​I am a 5th grade math teacher from Fayetteville, Arkansas where I run a fly fishing club after school.  I have been fly fishing for 15 years and was self taught on the Little Red River in Arkansas.  I learned how to fish on the big tail waters and look forward to returning the rivers out West each year.  This is my third full summer guiding with Sasquatch and cannot wait to be back in Colorado!

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Jake Higgerson - I’m stoked to say, this will be my 5th year guiding for Sasquatch Fly Fishing! I'm originally from Fort Collins Colorado but am now just traveling around a bit in the back of my Tacoma. I’ve been fly fishing for 9 years now and when I’m not fly fishing I’m usually either climbing, playing hacky sack or training for a bike trip Zeb and I are taking down the west coast this fall. Im excited to see you here this season! 

Waverly Seale- I've been coming to Rocky Mountain National Park every summer since I was young, and this summer will be my 16th out here and 3rd working for Sasquatch! I'm excited to show you all this beautiful place and all the fish it has to offer. I am originally from Portland, Oregon, but currently, I study environmental engineering in Canada to hopefully help the fish out and fix some rivers. Can't wait to see y'all out on the water!

Jacob Gadberry - Howdy and welcome Sasquatch guests! I come from Little Rock, Arkansas and this will be my second summer guiding for Sasquatch. I grew up being a multi-species angler and bass fisherman. I fell in love with the sport of fly fishing as a child, and have been fishing since I was 7, here in the Ozark Mountains and bayous of the Natural State. Fishing is my number one passion, and anything to do with the outdoors. I can’t wait to guide you in one of the most beautiful places on Earth, and to share my love and knowledge of fly fishing with you all. Looking forward to giving you that trip of a life time in beautiful Rocky Mountain National Park this summer!!

Anneliese Hruschka - I have quite literally grown up coming to Estes Park and fly fishing with the crew, so you can trust my passion runs deep. I have a profound love for the outdoors and any activity that involves nature. I will be starting my junior year in college this fall, but until then I am so excited to see what this first summer in Sasquatch has in store for me

Zeb Rubaker - I have been visiting Estes Park for many years now and this will be my second summer of guiding for Sasquatch.  I bounce around between Colorado and western Pennsylvania where I install slate roofs so it’s no wonder I keep finding myself back in Estes park! I have been fishing since I was young  but have spent the past few years geared towards fly fishing specifically. I have learned a lot from my older brother Sam but I still have a ways to go.  I am stoked to learn with you!

Bee Klepfer - This is my third year with the Sasquatch fam! I grew up in rural Pennsylvania splashing in rivers and going barefoot as often as possible. I love hitting up beautiful trails and collecting river rocks, as well as creating and sharing art. I don’t do much guiding as my talents are mainly used managing the fly shop, but I am no stranger to cookout trips and hanging with the kiddos. I make a mean hot dog, and my favorite fly is a chubby. Looking forward to great Summer ’22.  

 Kit Jordan -  I’m from Portland, Oregon and I am super excited to be guiding trips this summer! This is my first year working at Sasquatch and I can’t wait to get fishing! I grew up doing anything I could outdoors and I’ve been in love with fly fishing ever since I picked up a rod and learned how to cast and catch fish. I’m a student at the University of Oregon studying environmental science, but I can’t wait to get to Colorado and explore the rocky mountains. Let’s fish!

Michael Horne - Stoked to be coming out west for my first season with the Sasquatch Family. I have always had a love for everything outdoors, and have spent most of my time fishing the waters of Western Pennsylvania. When I am not fishing you can find me skiing or rock climbing! Looking forward to fishing the Rockies with you!

Michael Matusek - I’m from just outside Chicago, Illinois where I was raised to love the outdoors, hunting and fishing any chance I had. This will be my second summer guiding with the Sasquatch family but I’ve been coming to Estes Park to fish my entire life. I’m Very excited to spend another summer out west and to have the chance to get y’all on some fish! 

​Louis Burns - I’m stoked to say this is my first season being apart of the Sasquatch family. I’m from just outside Chicago, Illinois, where I was able to grow up and kindle my love for fishing, hunting and anything outdoors. I currently attend Iowa State University studying Kinesiology. I’m exciting to make memories and learn with you!

Ginny- My name is a Ginny! I’m a two year old back lab, enjoying my third summer as squatchdog! I’ve been part of the Sasquatch family since I was just a tiny puppy. I’m not allowed to go on many trips, because the national park isn't the safest place for me, but I love tagging along for cookouts. I’m so happy when I do get to go fishing, licking the fish is my favorite part! I like to spend my days making sure the shop runs smoothly- they can’t get anything done there without me! Stop in and see me anytime, I always love meeting new friends.