Carp are one of the most challenging species any angler can pursue on the fly, and Derek spends a lot of time with them. As a guide, he studies, he scouts, and he is constantly dialing in the techniques, gear, and seasonality that go into successfully targeting carp of several different species. As an outfitter, Derek is proud of the work he and the guides are doing at LoWater, and he is excited to spend a day with you chasing big, beautiful fish.
This is one of our favorite trips. Using our poling skiff, we can get within feet of unsuspecting tailing(feeding) carp. This trip is full of adrenalin casts and fun eats. These fish will test all aspects of your game and make you a better angler. These trips are usually done at Bartlett lake, Lake Pleasant, or Roosevelt lake and our start times can be later in the day as we like the sun nice and high. This trip is best between late March and late December. We can fit 2 plus me on the boat but only one angler can cast at a time.
Phoenix, AZ, USA
$325.00
These trips take place minutes away from downtown Phoenix. This is a great trip for someone with a few hours to spend and fishes year round. I’ve developed techniques that make these carp go crazy for the fly. Beginners have had luck with my techniques, but an accurate caster will increase your fish. We will help with accuracy and give pointers as needed.
Phoenix, AZ, USA
$250.00
Explore Lakes only about a hour away from Sky Harbor International Airport and catch lots of bass! You'll be targeting Largemouth Bass and Occasionally Striped, and White Bass in the area. This is a great opportunity to explore new skills and learn from one of the best guides in the area that is pioneering the Bass on the fly scene in Arizona. Very scenic Sonoran desert landscapes.
Phoenix, AZ, USA
$325.00