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WIND RIVER GOLDENS

JUNE 27-JULY 2, 2025

$5750 USD

A true Wyoming wilderness fly fishing adventure. Picture yourself on trail, heading deep into the wild to hunt for elusive golden trout, as well as cutthroat, brookies, and all the hybrid species. Nights under the bright starry sky. Campfires, whisky, cigars, and recounting the adventures of the day with friends, new and old. If this sounds like something you’ve been missing in your life, this trip is for you.

Andrew has planned the ideal itinerary to maximize our time and chances to catch goldens, the most gorgeous and elusive of all trout. A few creature comforts are sprinkled in, but comfort will be mostly sacrificed in order to accomplish this lofty goal. Only adventurous anglers need apply. Not everyone will be accepted, as this trip too is simply not for everyone. For example, we will have a nine mile hike to get a crack at it. Most nights we will be camping.

This will be the adventure to tell your kids and grand kids about! Hemingway would be proud of the stories that will come from this Wind River Mountain adventure.

And don’t worry, you’ll walk away with professional photographs to show off and reminisce over, as well as potentially recognition goodies from the WY Game & Fish Dept, if you can land at least a 16” golden.

 
Two people standing on rocks by a lake, one fly fishing, wearing jackets, with mountains and trees in the background during dusk.
Mountain landscape with snow patches and rocky peaks reflected in a calm lake under a cloudy blue sky.
Silhouette of mountains during a colorful sunset with clouds in the sky.
Mountain landscape with a lake and grassy patches, surrounded by snow-capped peaks under a cloudy sky.
Silhouette of mountainous landscape at sunset with a reflection in water, creating a serene and dramatic scene.
A small stream flows over rocks surrounded by greenery.
Mountain lake at twilight with smooth water surface, visible rocks, and silhouetted mountain peaks.
Mountain landscape with a clear stream, scattered rocks, and green vegetation under a blue sky.
Mountain stream with rocks and trees
Mountain lake with clear reflections, surrounded by rocky cliffs and pine trees under a partly cloudy sky.
Mountain landscape with a clear river, lush greenery, and rocky peaks under a blue sky with fluffy clouds.
Mountain landscape with a calm lake reflecting sky, surrounded by rocky terrain and distant peaks in the background.
Person fly fishing in a scenic mountain landscape with evergreen trees and a small pond under a clear blue sky.
Mountain landscape reflecting in a calm lake at sunrise, with clear sky and foreground rocks beneath the water surface.
Silhouette of a person fly fishing by a river, surrounded by tall trees against a clear blue sky.
A person standing on a rocky shore overlooking a clear lake with rugged mountains in the background.
Mountain landscape with rocky peaks, lush greenery, and a flowing stream under a clear blue sky.
Mountain landscape with rocky peaks, forest, and grassy meadow in the foreground under a clear blue sky.
Hiker standing in grassy meadow near a stream with mountains and sun in background.
Two people crossing a shallow creek in a mountainous forest landscape with clear blue sky.
Two people fishing by a mountain lake, wearing outdoor clothing and hats, with a rocky landscape and cloudy sky in the background.
Two hikers sitting by a riverbank with backpacks, in a mountainous landscape with pine trees, under a clear blue sky.
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Mountain silhouette under a starry sky with wildflowers in the foreground.
Mountain landscape with a lake reflecting snow-capped peaks and a colorful sky at sunset, surrounded by trees and rocky terrain.
Mountain landscape with a rocky peak, a calm lake reflecting the mountain, patches of snow, and red wildflowers in the foreground.
Mountain lake at sunset with pink flowers, rocks, and colorful clouds reflected in the water.
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Mountain landscape with rocky terrain and a flowing river in the foreground.
Mountain landscape with rocky terrain and a small lake; a person is wading in the water, with background peaks partially covered in snow.
Mountain stream with rocks and distant peaks under a clear sky.
Photographer taking pictures in a scenic meadow with a pond, surrounded by pine trees and mountains, with the sun setting behind the peaks.
Person sitting on a riverbank holding a fishing rod, with mountains and cloudy sky in the background.
A hiker with a red backpack walks along a rocky mountain path near a snow patch, with rugged peaks in the background.
Waterfall cascading over rocks with a small patch of pink flowers on the side.

THE DETAILS

Price - $5,750 which includes your pre-trip materials and Skype Q&A, 5 days of fishing, any park fees, transportation within Wyoming, 6 nights lodging/ camping, bottled waters and snacks in the field, 4 full days of professional guiding, fishing license, and most meals. Transportation to and from Jackson (JAC), a few meals, backpacking gear, and tips for guides are not included.

Deposit - A refundable* $2,500 deposit is required to secure your spot.

Trip Size - This trip will have at most a 8 clients.  A minimum of 3 participants is required for this adventure to occur. Discounts may be available for multiple people in one party, and friend referrals.

Travel - We will be meeting at Jackson Hole airport (JAC) by 2PM local time to head to our first location. We will depart from the same airport by 2PM on the last day of the trip. The client is responsible for getting to and from JAC in as timely a manner as possible.

Lodging - Camping 5 nights and lodging on the last night are included. We will stay in a full home rental. All rooms are double occupancy, though single occupancy options may be available for extra cost.

Meals - High quality beef and chicken, as well as vegetables and other sides over an open fire will be our typical dinner. When backpacking, charcuterie is the name of the game. We will eat lunch as a group, in local towns as time permits. Please make arrangements to bring any desired food if you have special dietary needs.

Transportation – Once in Wyoming, Andrew will drive the entire group to each location.

* Please see Terms and Conditions page for refund policy.

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

  • Pre-trip Personal Skype Session – Before all of our adventures, you can benefit from a personal Q&A Skype session at your convenience with Andrew, to ask any questions you might have about your upcoming trip. This is immensely helpful to get to know your guide, and to making sure you feel prepared for the great adventure ahead!

  • Park Related Fees – We believe in and support our National Forests and National Parks system all over the world. Any park fees related to our travel are taken care of on your behalf.

  • Numerous Guided Treks – Some of our trips involve hiking/ backpacking to access targeted waters/ fish species. Andrew is an experienced backcountry guide and will do everything to ensure everyone’s safety, comfort, and enjoyment.

  • Professional Local Guides - The RISE provides experienced, local guides on every trip! Learn from the best, and gain the local knowledge to ensure the best results and experiences.

  • 6 Nights Camping/ Lodging, most meals, water, and snacks – We will stay together, either at campsites or home rentals. All rooms are double occupancy, but single occupancy rooms may be available for an extra charge. Also, plenty of bottled water and snacks throughout the day will be provided. The RISE will also provide most dinners, lunches, and breakfasts, unless otherwise noted in the itinerary. Some fishing/ camping/ backpacking gear may be included upon request and availability. Just ask and ye shall likely receive!

  • Private Online Gallery of Photos + Videos - Within 4 weeks after the trip, each client will receive a private gallery with the photos and videos captured on the trip to download and use personally for free. Fine art prints, books, and more will be available for purchase.

  • Special Awards + Certificates - We will have the chance to achieve the Wyoming Game & Fish’s Cutt-Slam Award as well as the Master Angler Award.

  • Commemorative, exclusive merch - Everyone who signs up for this trip will receive an exclusive sticker, premium shirt, and rope hat, specially designed for this particular adventure. See below.

What’s NOT Included? A few meals are not included, though we will eat together, since it's a great chance to continue talking shop and connecting. Gratuities for local guides not included (suggested $50-100 per guide, per participant). Transportation to and from Jackson Hole airport (JAC) is also not included, as well as anything not specifically listed above. Travel insurance can be purchased separately, HERE, but not necessary.

Silhouette of a bear and fish forming a circular yin-yang design

COMMEMORATIVE TRIP STICKER

Blue T-shirt with black yin-yang style bear and fish emblem on chest.

COMMEMORATIVE TRIP SHIRT

Yellow cap with embroidered design on a light-colored cloth background.

COMMEMORATIVE TRIP ROPE HAT

ROUGH ITINERARY (Subject to change due to weather)

Day 1: Arrive in JAC, WY. Drive to Lander together. Stay with group in comfortable home. Orientation and acclimation.

Day 2: Hit the trail with guides and pack animals, fish along the way. Set up camp.

Day 3: Fish all day.

Day 4: Fish all day.

Day 5: Fish all day.

Day 6: Walk out, fishing along the way. Arrive at home base to shower and enjoy a final dinner.

Day 7: Return to JAC for departing flights

Bonus: Assuming we caught our 16” golden (or qualifying sizes of other species), the Wyoming Game and Fish Department will mail certificates and commemorative Master Angler stickers to everyone within 6 weeks.

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE RISE

Sun rays over misty forest landscape with layers of trees.

FULL-SERVICE TRIP PLANNING

Work with Andrew and his team to create the most stress-free, epic adventure! The RISE will take care of all the preparations necessary to ensure the best experience possible.

A person paddleboarding and fishing on a calm mountain lake surrounded by forest and rocky cliffs.

CUSTOM ART

Every trip includes Andrew as your personal photographer, leaving you with much more than just the memories… The RISE offers beautiful artwork chronicling your adventure!

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EXEMPLARY GUIDED SERVICE

Every trip includes local guides, with the latest knowledge of what’s biting on which flys. Learn everything you need to know to become a better angler on each and every RISE hosted trip.