Hey man I really want to go on a guide but I get nervous because I’m not the most talkative person if anything I don’t talk at all especially if I don’t know the person. I want to book a guide but I don’t know if I would be a weird candidate and if I would be a problem 😭
I hear you on all that, and if think guiding beginners on gear is tough try teaching fly fishing to new anglers! I think one misconception is people think we fish all the time , I thought I’d fish more when I started guiding and in some ways I do, but I definitely do less personal fishing overall and during peak season. Trying to do more fishing days for myself this season other than a few pot shots after guiding. It’s not that the desire isn’t there to fish, I just get tired! Still fish on my vacations though! This is my 6th year guiding and I’m 41
I've been guiding for the last 3 years. It was good to hear your experience and perspective on long term guiding. I appreciate all the info. God bless!
You just got a new subscriber. I started a guide service here in San Diego 3 years ago. I can relate entirely to having to adapt and how stressful it could be. Working around clients abilities is definitely the most challenging aspect. Not everyone can cast accurate enough and most of the time it truly does make a difference. Having only 4hrs can make it even more challenging. But even then, I love it entirely hahah
When you gonna be in the shop bro? Recently moved to NC and have property in Franklin and Hendersonville. I pass your shop all the time and would love to stop in when you will be there. Hopefully I can meet you soon. Until then, tight lines and keep doing what you're doing.
Keep up the good work man. Too bad your baseball dream got smashed. My Blue jays could use a guy like you. It happened to me with Hockey. Unreal how our lives are closely matched. Cheers pal
Hey Austin, I get it, One of my best friends Mike Breeding is probably the best guide on the Susquehanna in Pennsylvania and I see what he goes through, Love your videos and would love to book a trip whit ya one of these days. Take Care
Stopped in and checked out the store this weekend. Cool shop . I'll be stopping in when I run up the mountain going to the the casino from now on. Keep the videos coming.👍
Quality will always cost more. People get what they pay for. Just saying. If you can make 95%of your customers happy you're doing good. I guided on Lake Lure in the 90's and early 20's until they required a commercial permit. It was crazy. My mind set was how can I put Roland Martin and a 6 year old on fish. This was because all skill levels. I understand.
Some people have lofty wishes, Not even realistic. You have to set expectations even though they might not like it. Costs- You have to raise prices everything has gone up. Gas is a huge expense right now. Fishing guides I know have a tough but great job. If your a good guide you can do ok money wise but it also has a bunch of risk. Especially with boat , truck etc.
It'd be cool if a client would allow you to film an entire guide trip and post it on here. I think we could all learn from that. From targeting the fish in different weather conditions, to how you interact and teach your techniques. On-water videos are always the best. We put pressure on ourselves just fun fishing, I could imagine the pressure you put on yourself trying to show someone what a good day of bass fishing feels like.
Good video! As long as you live what you are doing that is all that matters! Watching your videos and the way you react to a big fish is priceless! It shows you love your job! Hoping some day I can drive the 2 hours and pay for the guide service with you! I need to build some confidence on big swimbaits!
Hey man I really want to go on a guide but I get nervous because I’m not the most talkative person if anything I don’t talk at all especially if I don’t know the person. I want to book a guide but I don’t know if I would be a weird candidate and if I would be a problem 😭
I hear you on all that, and if think guiding beginners on gear is tough try teaching fly fishing to new anglers! I think one misconception is people think we fish all the time , I thought I’d fish more when I started guiding and in some ways I do, but I definitely do less personal fishing overall and during peak season. Trying to do more fishing days for myself this season other than a few pot shots after guiding. It’s not that the desire isn’t there to fish, I just get tired! Still fish on my vacations though! This is my 6th year guiding and I’m 41
I've been guiding for the last 3 years. It was good to hear your experience and perspective on long term guiding. I appreciate all the info. God bless!
“Hey man, I only want to target 5 and 6 pounds smallmouth”… I would’ve literally hit the floor and laughter…expectations😂😂😂😂🤷🏽♂️💯💯
The expenses are really 2/3 the gross profits?
You just got a new subscriber. I started a guide service here in San Diego 3 years ago. I can relate entirely to having to adapt and how stressful it could be. Working around clients abilities is definitely the most challenging aspect. Not everyone can cast accurate enough and most of the time it truly does make a difference. Having only 4hrs can make it even more challenging. But even then, I love it entirely hahah
Amen brother
When you gonna be in the shop bro? Recently moved to NC and have property in Franklin and Hendersonville. I pass your shop all the time and would love to stop in when you will be there. Hopefully I can meet you soon. Until then, tight lines and keep doing what you're doing.
All that complaining welcome to Biden's America Democrat socialist s*** hole… vote accordingly come November. Big Red Wave coming.
Keep up the good work man. Too bad your baseball dream got smashed. My Blue jays could use a guy like you. It happened to me with Hockey. Unreal how our lives are closely matched. Cheers pal
Hey Austin, I get it, One of my best friends Mike Breeding is probably the best guide on the Susquehanna in Pennsylvania and I see what he goes through, Love your videos and would love to book a trip whit ya one of these days. Take Care
Stopped in and checked out the store this weekend. Cool shop . I'll be stopping in when I run up the mountain going to the the casino from now on. Keep the videos coming.👍
Wish I had starting following you sooner, when I had my condo at Chatuge, would have loved a trip with you.
Quality will always cost more. People get what they pay for. Just saying. If you can make 95%of your customers happy you're doing good. I guided on Lake Lure in the 90's and early 20's until they required a commercial permit. It was crazy. My mind set was how can I put Roland Martin and a 6 year old on fish. This was because all skill levels. I understand.
Being a salesman is a tough job. Been one for forty-two years. But ain’t it fun 🤩
Well said Austin. You're doing awesome bro! Any ideas when y'all may have some more DRT in stock? Specifically TK and K9? Tight lines 🎣
Some people have lofty wishes, Not even realistic. You have to set expectations even though they might not like it. Costs- You have to raise prices everything has gone up. Gas is a huge expense right now. Fishing guides I know have a tough but great job. If your a good guide you can do ok money wise but it also has a bunch of risk. Especially with boat , truck etc.
It'd be cool if a client would allow you to film an entire guide trip and post it on here. I think we could all learn from that. From targeting the fish in different weather conditions, to how you interact and teach your techniques. On-water videos are always the best. We put pressure on ourselves just fun fishing, I could imagine the pressure you put on yourself trying to show someone what a good day of bass fishing feels like.
Good video! As long as you live what you are doing that is all that matters! Watching your videos and the way you react to a big fish is priceless! It shows you love your job! Hoping some day I can drive the 2 hours and pay for the guide service with you! I need to build some confidence on big swimbaits!
DD's only!!!!!!