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  • Fly Fishing
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    • New York Grouse
    • Georgia Quail
  • Trips & Schools
    • Grouse School
    • Cast & Blast School
    • Ladies Cast & Blast Trip
  • Scotland
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Fly Fishing

    Join Catskill Casts & Coverts for a guided fly fishing trip in scenic upstate New York

    Whether novice or seasoned angler, Catskill Casts & Coverts will custom tailor a float or wade trip to fit your needs.

    Season Dates & Species

    Delaware River Trout  

    • April 1st through October 31st


    Salmon River Steelhead & Salmon 

    • Salmon  September  - November
    • Steelhead  November - March

    Rates

    Full Day for One or Two Anglers:  $550

    Half Day for One or Two Anglers:  $450

    Included

    We provide fly rods and reels, if needed.  Your guide will have beverages and snacks for all trips; full day trips include lunch.

    What to Bring

    Rods, reels & flies.  Leaders, tippet and flies are the responsibility of the angler. Your guide can meet you at a local fly shop in the morning and help you purchase the proper items for the day's trip.


    Recommended Gear:    

    Breathable waders and wading boots 

    Hooded rain jacket

    Polarized sunglasses

    Sunscreen/sun protection

    Warm layers for cold weather conditions

    Rules & Regulations

    All anglers must have a valid New York State fishing license.  We practice catch & release for all species.

    Cancellation Policy

    A 50% deposit is required at the time of booking. If you cancel your reservation more than 30 days prior to your reservation, your deposit will be fully refunded minus credit card fees, if applicable. Cancellation within 30 days of your reservation will result in the loss of your deposit. If you cancel within one week of your reservation, your credit card will be charged for the full amount of the trip. 

    Lodging

    Lodging is additional and separate.  Please see our list of local accommodations.

    Reviews

    Always a great day on the water

    Always a great day on the water

    Always a great day on the water

    "I’ve had the privilege to be on the water with Rick over several years on both the Upper West Branch for trout and most recently the lower Delaware bass waters in late summer.  As respects the fishing, it’s a given. Rick always puts you on fish irrespective of conditions. Also, it’s always a fun day and the lunch, after fishing hard, hits the spot!  In short, Rick gets that it’s not only the fish we are after but also a great experience, whether a beginner or expert.  Over time, Rick has become as much a friend as he is a great guide." - MHHCO

    Terrific guide in all respects

    Always a great day on the water

    Always a great day on the water

    "I met Rick at a grouse hunting school last fall and had a wonderful experience. I booked him for 6 days this year on the West Branch of the Delaware and had a blast each time. Rick is a terrific guide and very knowledgeable in fly fishing, grousing and dog handling. He supplies everything you need for a great day on the river and is a wonderful conversationalist. I can recommend him without reservation. The only thing better than Rick is his wife Amber who takes care of all the details of the trip in advance. Their daughter, Ellie, is also an engaging and entertaining dinner companion! Rick does so much more than just fishing- you’ll love taking to him about the variety of his entrepreneurial and outdoor adventures." - Rusty Lewis

    Top Notch Guide

    Always a great day on the water

    Superb Fly Fishing Guide

    "I've been on quite a few guided trips before and I must say the trip I recently took with Rick was one of the best. He was fun to hang around, very personable and quite patient with us. He also got us into fish when the conditions were less than stellar. He packs a mean sandwich and puts on a good river lunch as well. Overall the trip was spectacular and I can't wait to return and do another with Rick." - grinch72

    Superb Fly Fishing Guide

    Superb Fly Fishing Guide

    Superb Fly Fishing Guide

    "Rick and Amber run a first-class operation; no detail was overlooked. My father and I fished a couple of days on the Delaware in June 2021. We caught both browns and rainbows, all on dry flies. Rick was patient with our casting and coached us on how to correctly present to rising fish. We enjoyed the trip immensely and look forward to booking a fishing trip next spring and a bird hunting trip this fall. They do it right." - Scotty123

    Worth it in every way

    Superb Fly Fishing Guide

    Worth it in every way

    "Friends and I have taken multiple fishing and bird hunting trips with Rick and he provides a top notch experience. His knowledge and experience fly fishing and grouse hunting shows and his easy manner and hospitality makes for a comfortable outing for clients of any experience level. Amber makes the scheduling easy and friendly also. We'll be back again for sure." - ds22

    Catskill Casts & Coverts

    3663 County Highway 35 ~ Sidney Center, New York 13839

    Rick Watson ~ (724) 504-4921 ~ rick@catskillcc.com

    Amber Newman ~ (607) 435-3449 ~ amber@catskillcc.com


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