Catskill Tenkara Co.
Status: active | Rating: 4.5/5 (2 reviews)
Tenkara fly fishing in the Catskill headwaters. We guide small-stream tenkara trips targeting native brook trout in the upper Neversink, Willowemoc, and Rondout tributaries. Simple gear, pure connection to the water.
Details
- Species: Brook Trout, Brown Trout
- Tags: Fly Fishing, Tenkara, Wade Fishing, Freshwater, Beginner, Intermediate, Spring, Summer, Autumn, Half Day, Wade Trip, Catch & Release, Gear Provided, Shore / Wade Only
Waters Serviced (3)
| Destination | Type |
|---|---|
| Neversink River | river |
| Willowemoc Creek | creek |
| Rondout Creek | creek |
Reviews (2)
Kenji Watanabe — 5/5 — Tenkara in its element
Yuki brought tenkara back to where it thrives — small mountain streams. The simplicity of the method on Catskill headwaters was perfect. Caught native brookies on kebari flies.
Laura Bell — 4/5 — Wonderful introduction to tenkara
Never tried tenkara before. Yuki was patient and the method clicked quickly. By lunch I was catching small wild trout on my own. Such a zen experience.
FAQ — Catskill Tenkara Co.
Raw guide data (JSON)
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