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Fish Outfitter - NM - Fisheads San Juan River
New Mexico Fly Fishing Guide Service : Fisheads of the San Juan River | New Mexico Fly Fishing
Average Customer Rating:
Rating Snapshot (28 reviews)
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27 of 28(96%)customers would recommend this to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Fish Outfitter - NM - Fisheads San Juan River
Review 1 for Fish Outfitter - NM - Fisheads San Juan River
Overall Rating:
Best Lodge on the San Juan,
October 14, 2012
By: Booger
"Chris has established a long over-due quality lodge, restaurant, fly shop, and guide service at a reasonable price. Our room had a private patio that opened directly onto the San Juan River. The room was large and clean and comfortable. The food is excellent and is prepared by a talented chef. Chris knows the river too. Check out Fisheads San Juan River Lodge before you book anywhere else. You won't regret it! By the way, it is located on the river in the middle of the community of Navajo Dam."
Would you recommend this experience or trip to a friend? Yes
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Review 2 for Fish Outfitter - NM - Fisheads San Juan River
Overall Rating:
OMG - Everything Outstanding,
April 29, 2013
By: Stinson
from Cypress, TX
Billing / Reservation:
5
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5
Friendliness of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
Knowledge of staff in fly shop:
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5
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"My son and I (relative Rookies at Fly Fishing)scheduled this trip based on a recommendation from a friend. Our full day float-trip was Wonderful experience with us actually being in the boat half the day and wading-fishing the other half. Our guide (Mike) not only put us on a lot of trout but he spent a LOT of time teaching and improving our casting and fishing techniques. We were very happy about the trip and we were better fishermen when we left. The food, fly shop, and hospitality were #1 in my book!!!"
Would you recommend this experience or trip to a friend? Yes
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Review 3 for Fish Outfitter - NM - Fisheads San Juan River
Overall Rating:
Great fishing,
April 16, 2013
By: Blakeg
Billing / Reservation:
5
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5
Friendliness of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
Knowledge of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
"Best fishing trip I've ever been on. Chris is an excellent guide, the food was outstanding, and the trout were huge. It was very affordable and I can't wait to do it all over again."
Would you recommend this experience or trip to a friend? Yes
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Review 4 for Fish Outfitter - NM - Fisheads San Juan River
Overall Rating:
Great Fishing,
April 2, 2013
By: justlearningtoflyfish
from Oceanside, CA, USA
Friendliness of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
Knowledge of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
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5
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5
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"The overall experience at Fisheads was excellent. I was amazed at how good the food was at the cafe. The accommodations are OK for a fishing trip. The bathroom needs a vent to remove moisture and odors. Our guide - Tanner - was great considering the conditions were 20-30 degrees with wind between 10-30 mph. We were a week early as the weather the following week warmed up to the 70's."
Would you recommend this experience or trip to a friend? Yes
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Review 5 for Fish Outfitter - NM - Fisheads San Juan River
Overall Rating:
Really spoiled,
March 11, 2013
By: Pizzaboy13
from San Juan River New Mexico
"I have fly fished sporadically for over 35 years,but fisheads has me hooked(sorry!) I can't say enough about how professional the whole experience is. Chris, Mike, and Marcus most recently have all provided great times as our guides.
Peggy takes the time to explain the unique approach to rigging your set-up for fishing this area as do the guides as well. Bought my new Helios at a screaming price and Peggy made sure I got it out the first morning. The 4 wt 9ft was a dream and plenty strong to get me out there"
Peggy takes the time to explain the unique approach to rigging your set-up for fishing this area as do the guides as well. Bought my new Helios at a screaming price and Peggy made sure I got it out the first morning. The 4 wt 9ft was a dream and plenty strong to get me out there"
Would you recommend this experience or trip to a friend? Yes
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Review 6 for Fish Outfitter - NM - Fisheads San Juan River
Overall Rating:
Great First Time on San Juan,
February 25, 2013
By: O2brew
from Fort Worth, TX, USA
Billing / Reservation:
5
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5
Friendliness of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
Knowledge of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
"Went out on float trip with Chris. Weather was good but fishing was hot! My wife and I were very glad that we chose Fish Heads, Chris was awesome."
Would you recommend this experience or trip to a friend? Yes
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Review 7 for Fish Outfitter - NM - Fisheads San Juan River
Overall Rating:
TRY IT YOU WILL LIKE IT,
November 16, 2012
By: corona13
from so cal
Billing / Reservation:
5
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5
Friendliness of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
Knowledge of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
"The service is excellent and the staff is knowledgeable. The food is very good with large portions. If you haven't fished from a drift boat this is great place to learn, the guides are patient and willing to teach you. Lot of fish and chance for 20" plus."
Would you recommend this experience or trip to a friend? Yes
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Review 8 for Fish Outfitter - NM - Fisheads San Juan River
Overall Rating:
Great Fishing!,
November 5, 2012
By: cactusmt
from Colorado
Friendliness of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
Knowledge of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
"Every thing about this place was great except one of the guides(Bubba).He showed up half awake,didn't speak for the first hour and was in a hurry to get finished for the day. If you are going to get a guide I would recommend Chris or Marcus."
Would you recommend this experience or trip to a friend? Yes
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Review 9 for Fish Outfitter - NM - Fisheads San Juan River
Overall Rating:
The Best trip ever,
November 4, 2012
By: JeffJulie
from Oklahoma, USA
Billing / Reservation:
5
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5
Friendliness of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
Knowledge of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
"My wife and I went on a half day guided trip and it was just the best fishing trip I've ever been on. We highly recommend Phillip as your guide, he was just great. The food and lodging were wonderful. All the people were very helpful, courteous and knowledgeable. I've been fishing all my life and this was the best fishing experience I've ever had. Thanks again."
Would you recommend this experience or trip to a friend? Yes
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Review 10 for Fish Outfitter - NM - Fisheads San Juan River
Overall Rating:
Love this place!,
October 14, 2012
By: mrsed510
from Rio Rancho, NM, USA
Billing / Reservation:
5
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5
Friendliness of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
Knowledge of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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"We've had the privilege of staying at both Fisheads places. In July we stayed at the main lodge which we thought was cozy, welcoming and very clean! When we made plans on going back in September we decided to stay at their other lodge, (Fisheads Quality Water Lodge) which is right alongside the river. The back door view of the river is breathtaking and the rooms were really nice and had a kitchenette! This is our new favorite place to stay! We've already made reservations to stay there again in November! The folks at Fisheads are truly wonderful, friendly and accommodating. I highly recommend this place!!"
Video Review:
View of the San Juan River from behind Fisheads Quality Water Lodge.
Would you recommend this experience or trip to a friend? Yes
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Review 11 for Fish Outfitter - NM - Fisheads San Juan River
Overall Rating:
Great float trip,
October 13, 2012
By: Xiphophorus
from San Marcos, TX, USA
Friendliness of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
Knowledge of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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Additional Thoughts:Good food
"A great trip with a great guide. Lots of action and nice sized fish."
Would you recommend this experience or trip to a friend? Yes
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Review 12 for Fish Outfitter - NM - Fisheads San Juan River
Overall Rating:
great fishing and guides,
October 11, 2012
By: jimsy
Billing / Reservation:
5
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5
Friendliness of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
Knowledge of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
"the people are so friendly and they know what they are doing to put you on the fish best fishing in the world"
Would you recommend this experience or trip to a friend? Yes
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Review 13 for Fish Outfitter - NM - Fisheads San Juan River
Overall Rating:
Learning to fish is fun!,
October 10, 2012
By: BubbasBows
from Mt Pleasant, TX, USA
Billing / Reservation:
5
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5
Friendliness of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
Knowledge of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
Please Rate your Guide/Instructor/Host on knowledge of the sport or activity::
5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
Additional Thoughts:Photo opportunities
"We enjoyed the trip with Bubba. He was patient with inexerienced fishermen. We look forward to our reservation for next year, we will be fishing for 2 days."
Would you recommend this experience or trip to a friend? Yes
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Review 14 for Fish Outfitter - NM - Fisheads San Juan River
Overall Rating:
Great time,
October 10, 2012
By: felipe77
from Las Cruces, NM, USA
Billing / Reservation:
4
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5
Friendliness of staff in fly shop:
4
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5
Knowledge of staff in fly shop:
4
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5
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5
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5
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4
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4
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"My wife wanted further her education in the art of Fly fishing. So last spring June we went for a couple of days Even though the water was changing our guide found the active fish and we ended up with a great time fishing. The staff was very accomidating and the food was very good. I would recommend fishheads to any fishhead looking for a great time"
Would you recommend this experience or trip to a friend? Yes
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Review 15 for Fish Outfitter - NM - Fisheads San Juan River
Overall Rating:
AWESOME,
October 9, 2012
By: Anonymous
from El Paso, TX, USA
Billing / Reservation:
5
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5
Friendliness of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
Knowledge of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
"It was awesome!!! This was the first guided trip I took in my entire life and I wanted to do it with my wife on our wedding anniversary. Bubba was very profesional, knowledgable, and patient. It was mife wife's first time fly fishing and Bubba made sure my wife felt comfortable and was not pressured. It was well worth the 7 hour trip from El Paso.
Thanks You Bubba for making our anniversary a memorable one!!!"
Would you recommend this experience or trip to a friend? Yes
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Review 16 for Fish Outfitter - NM - Fisheads San Juan River
Overall Rating:
Great Trip Great Service,
October 8, 2012
By: gwtex
from Flower Mound, TX, USA
Billing / Reservation:
5
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5
Friendliness of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
Knowledge of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
"Room was excellent, clean and always serviced upon return from a days fishing. Restaurant was excellent, food was top notch. Service from all the staff was great.
If your going to the San Juan this is the place to stay."
If your going to the San Juan this is the place to stay."
Would you recommend this experience or trip to a friend? Yes
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Review 17 for Fish Outfitter - NM - Fisheads San Juan River
Overall Rating:
First Time a Charm!,
October 7, 2012
By: musthaveblues
from Arizona
Billing / Reservation:
5
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5
Friendliness of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
Knowledge of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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"We had a great first experience on the San Juan River with Fishheads Guide Service. We heard Labor Day weekend is a tough time to fish the San Juan but thanks to our guides, Bubba and Phil, we caught plenty of large trout. The accomadations were nice as will. Thanks for a terrific experience."
Would you recommend this experience or trip to a friend? Yes
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Review 18 for Fish Outfitter - NM - Fisheads San Juan River
Overall Rating:
Awesome Trip by ALL!!,
August 31, 2012
By: TXFlyGuy
from Corsicana, TX, USA
Friendliness of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
Knowledge of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
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5
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5
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"I hosted some of my clients and colleges at Fishheads for 2days/3nights of fly fishing and everyone had an awesome time. Bubba, Peggy, and Chris did a outstanding job. All the guides were fun and experienced and we all caught a lot of fish. Fifty percent of our group had never fly fished before. The boat I was in landed 16 quality fish, 18” plus and 28, 12” to 16” fish in the lower river. We had a contest for the most fish so we went to the lower river to catch quantity verses quality. The second day we had 12 quality fish 18” plus fish and 54, 12” to 16” fish. The largest fish in our group was 25” rainbow. The food was super. We had prime rib one day and it unbelievable, Bubba is a great chief and host! Chris set us up in our own area in the back so we could dine by ourselves, we had 16 people. Thanks to everyone my our score is 10 for 10 and we will be back!"
Would you recommend this experience or trip to a friend? Yes
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Review 19 for Fish Outfitter - NM - Fisheads San Juan River
Overall Rating:
Awesome,
August 18, 2012
By: Quazar
from El Paso, Tx
Billing / Reservation:
5
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5
Friendliness of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
Knowledge of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
Additional Thoughts:Need more flies that were used during float
"Bubba was the greatest. Allowed my son and I to use Dries all day! Lots of friendly banter all day. Tough fishin after the flush but we found the fish anyway. Thanks again for a marvelous fishin float, will do it again next year!"
Would you recommend this experience or trip to a friend? Yes
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Review 20 for Fish Outfitter - NM - Fisheads San Juan River
Overall Rating:
First time out,
August 15, 2012
By: Wayniac64
from Boise, ID
Billing / Reservation:
5
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5
Friendliness of staff in fly shop:
5
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5
Knowledge of staff in fly shop:
4
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5
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"This was my first time fly fishing and Bubba was so helpful, patient and really knew his stuff...and he didn't shoot me when I was taking in the scenery and missed what was likely the biggest strike of the day. I'll never hear the end of it from my brother-in-law. Thanks for putting us on so many nice fish Bubba.We look forward to doing this again; hopefully in Nov."
Would you recommend this experience or trip to a friend? Yes
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