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Guide Service and Instruction
We offer special service for disabled/handicapped clients and wounded veterans.
Kern River Fly Fishing Guide Service is a "Catch and Release" Fly Fishing Outfitter.
Guide Service Rates
 


 

Full Day Guided Fly Fishing
Approx. 8 Hours of Fly Fishing
(includes lunch,waders and equipment)

1 or 2 anglers per day

Additional angler
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$450.00

+$125.00




Half Day Guided Fly Fishing
Approx. 4 Hours of Fly Fishing
(includes waders and equipment)

1 or 2 anglers

Additional angler 		    ..........    
 
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$300.00

  +$75.00
 

Beginner Package
Approx. 4 hours of private instruction and fly-fishing.
If you have never fly fished before this is the package for you. The beginner package includes a detailed introduction into the art of fly fishing. The class encludes basic entomology, casting, knots and fly fishing techniques and strategies used on the Kern River and most western freestone streams. Most of the class takes place on the water. (Includes waders and all equipment)

1 or 2 anglers

Additional Anglers		   
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$300.00

+$75.00

Evening/Morning Hatch
A 2 hour session.

1 or 2 anglers     .......... 
$175.00

If you feel that your guide worked hard, was knowledgeable, friendly and you learned a lot, a tip is customary.

  

   
Float Trips( Seasonal)
 


 

Full Day Guided Fly Fishing by Pontoon Boat
Approx. 8 Hours of Fly Fishing (includes lunch,
waders and equipment)

1 angler per day
  .... 
$450.00

Half Day Float
Approx. 4 Hours of Fly Fishing (includes waders and equipment)

1 angler
 .......... 
$300.00
Golden Trout Wilderness Pack Trips

Golden Trout Wilderness
Fly Fishing Pack Trips

The fly fishing on the upper Kern River is legendary and Kern River Fly Fishing offers guided pack trips into the Golden Trout Wilderness by horseback and pack animals to fly fish for native Kern River Rainbow Trout, Little Kern Golden Trout and our state fish, "The Golden Trout" in some of the most beautiful places found on earth. Pack trips include all meals, fly fishing guide, packers, cooks, horse and pack animal. All you need to bring is your fly rod, sleeping bag and whatever gear you need to bring. We would like you to keep the total weight of your gear around 40 pounds.This is a fly fishing trip of a lifetime and great trip for the whole family. Check out our DVD on Fly Fishing the Upper Kern in The Golden Trout Wilderness. Upper Kern DVD Vol.2

    
Overnight Backpacking/Adventure Trips

2 Day Overnight Fly Fishing Backpack/Adventure
Approx. 8 Hours of fly fishing each day (includes all flies and terminal tackle). This trip does not include food: This trip is for the fly angler that has an adventure spirit and wants to get in some areas of the upper Kern not fished by many people. Some of these trips are easy and some are strenuous. Let us taylor a trip for your hiking ability.

1 or 2 anglers
3 anglers
4 anglers
each additional angler 		 .......... 
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$1000.00
$1200.00
$1500.00
  +$200.00

Guided Fly Fishing by Motor Boat
 


 

Full Day Guided Fly Fishing by Motor Boat
Approx. 8 Hours of Fly Fishing (includes lunch,
waders and equipment)
1 angler per day
2 anglers per day
3 anglers per day
each additional angler 		 .......... 
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 .......... 
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$450.00
$500.00
$550.00
  $50.00
  

Half Day Guided Fly Fishing by Motor Boat
Approx. 4 Hours of Fly Fishing (includes waders and equipment)
1 angler
2 anglers
3 anglers
each additional angler 		 .......... 
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$350.00
$400.00
$450.00
  $50.00
Kern River Fly Fly Fishing School
 

Kern River Fly Fly Fishing School
The premier fly fishing school in the Sierra Nevada offers the beginning first time fly fisher the hands on basics of fly fishing. The school takes place on the stream or river and in the classroom.The student walks away with the knowledge and skills to fly fish any river or stream in the world. The class includes: trout ecology, entomology, casting, fly selection, fly fishing techniques and strategies, leader and tippet construction, knots, water reading, gear and equipment. The 2 day school is from 8am to 5pm, with a lunch break at 12noon. All gear is provided, but if you have your own, please bring it to the class. The school is taught by a Certified Fly Casting Instructor with the Federation of Fly Fishers

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Fly Fishing and Fly Casting Classes
 
Introduction to Fly Fishing
Have you ever wanted to try fly fishing? Then this is the class for you! Introduction to fly fishing offers an inside look at the mysteries of fly-fishing. The class touches on casting, equipment, flies, knots, entomology and reading water where trout are holding. The class is 2 hours and takes place on the Kern River.

$125.00 per person

2 Hour Beginner Fly Casting Class
The beginner fly casting class is for the first time fly caster.You will learn the proper techniques for basic fly casting and learn 6 basics casts that will get you started and on your way to learning how to cast.

$100 per person or $150.00 for two people


  

2 Hour Intermediate Fly Casting Class
(includes all equipment) Class includes single and double haul fly casting.


$100.00 per person or $150.00 for 2 people
 
2 Hour Nymphing Class
The secret to catching more fish is to understand the various nymphing techniques of fly fishing. This class includes Czech nymphing, long and short line nymphing techniques, dead drifting/mending strategies and entomology of the Kern River.

$150.00 per person

Learn more about the classes we offer.		    
 

*NEW ~ "How to Flyfish the Kern River"

Half day fly fishing clinic for $75.00 per person (5 person minimum)

Class includes:
  • Nymphing techniques (Including Czech Nymphing)
  • Streamer techniques
  • Dry fly techniques
  • How to fish pocket water, runs and riffles
 
Long Beach Casting Club getting ready to take the
"How to fly fish the Kern Clinic"		  
Private Water
  Private Pond Flyfishing
Test your float tubing skills on a private pond with very large Bass, Crappie and Blue Gill

$100.00 Daily Rod Fee
$75.00 Daily Rod Fee for members of a Flyfishing Club (2 person minimum)

Kern River Flyfishing offers guided trips on the pond. Cast your fly in comfort from the deck of an Outcast Pac 1200.

  
TV Commercials/Media Services/Location Scouting/Technical Consulting
 

Guy Jeans possesses a wealth of knowledge, finely-tuned skills and 25 years of experience in the fly fishing world, which has led him to become a well-respected authority and representative of the sport. Mr. Jeans has been hired by various companies (both inside and outside of the fly-fishing arena), such as Toyota, Satchi & Satchi, Jeep, Arctic Cat, Simms Fishing Products, Redington, Fishound.com, Kern Valley Medical Center and Emedia Group to act in television commercials, fly-fishing shows, photo shoots, and he also provides technical consulting on fly-fishing to film companies, media writers, photographers, outfitting manufacturers and equipment designers. Kern River Fly Fishing, Inc and Guy Jeans hold special permits to enter into the protected lands of several areas including the Sequoia National Forest, Golden Trout Wilderness and Domeland Wilderness areas. If you’re looking for an incredible outdoor location to film your next movie or television commercial, we offer location scouting into these areas and all up and down the picturesque Kern River. To inquire about hiring Guy Jeans for Media Services, Location Scouting, Technical Consulting or Acting, please contact us.
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Multi-Media Presentations
 
Certified Fly Casting Instructor, Guy Jeans, does muti-media presentations for various organizations about the Southern Sierra and the fly fishing opportunities in the Kern River Valley. His presentation includes the areas in and around the Southern Sierra including: Upper Kern River –Wild Trout Section, Hole in the Ground, Kern Lakes, and Grasshopper Flat in the Golden Trout Wilderness, Kern Plateau, Little Kern River, South Fork Kern River, Rock House Basin in the Domeland Wilderness, Lake Isabella, Lower Kern River and the Greenhorn Mountain Range. Topics include: local entomology and strategies for fly fishing the different areas.


$600.00 per presentation, plus travel expenses.

Here are a few clubs and organizations that Guy is presenting to or has presented to:
  • International Sports Exposition Sacramento January 19th-22nd 2012 casting seminars sponsored by Redington
  • Central Valley Sportsman Expo February 24th-26th 2012 Casting Seminars and Fly Fishing Presentations sponsored by Redington
  • Pasadena Fly Fishing Show March 2nd-4rth 2012
  • Fred Hall Show March 7th- 11th 2012
  • Fresno/Clovis Sportsman Expo-May 12th-13th 2012 Casting Seminars and Fly Fishing Presentations sponsored by Redington
  • So Cal Fly Fishing-San Diego
  • Kern River Fly Fishers-Bakersfield Club
  • Deep Creek Fly Fishers
  • Bakersfield Kawanis Club
  • San Jose Fly Casters 2012 ?
  • Santa Barbara Fly Fishers
  • Sespe Fly Fishers
  • Conejo Valley Fly Fishers
  • Sierra Pacific Fly Fishers
  • Aqua Bonita Fly Fishers
  • Downey Fly Fishers
  • South Bay Fly Fishers
  • Santa Lucia Fly Fishers
  • Southern Sierra Fly Fishers
  • Kern Valley Rotary Club
  • Pasadena Casting Club
  • Stockdale Country Club
  • Ontario Fly Fishing Show
  • Kern Valley Chamber of Commerce
  • Kaweah Fly Fishers
  • Pasadena Fly Fishing Show
  • Pleasanton Fly Fishing Show
  • Fred Hall Show Long Beach
  • Bass Pro Stores
  • Fresno Fly Fishers
  • Fisherman's Spot-Van Nuys
  • KV Historical Society
  • Bob Marriotts Fly Fishing Store, Fullerton CA
  • Orvis, Pasadena
  • San Diego Fly Fishers
  • Orange County Fly Fishers
  • Golden State Fly Casters
  • Wilderness Fly Fishers
  • Long Beach Casting Club
Cancellation Policy
 
NOTE: Rates are subject to change without notice.

Booking/Cancellation Policy
Please secure your reservation with a Visa/MC. A full deposit by personal check or money order is required within 30 days of your scheduled trip date. All rates quoted are cash or check prices. Booking your trip confirms acceptance of our cancellation policy.

In the event of your cancellation:

1. Your deposit is fully refundable prior to 14 days of your scheduled trip date (30 days for multi-day or multi-guide trips)
2. For cancellations within 14 days of the trip, (30 days for multi day or multi-guide trips) the full amount is non-refundable. Weather...as a reminder, fishing is an outdoor activity and you must come prepared for the elements.

We do not issue rain checks/cancellations for inclement weather conditions.

If you feel that your guide worked hard, was knowledgeable, friendly and you learned a lot, a tip is customary.
  
CDFG Licensed - Bonded & Insured - Kern River Fly Fishing Guide Service Inc is a permitted fly fishing outfitter with the Sequoia National Forest and operates on a non discriminatory basis.
We offer special service for disabled/handicapped clients and wounded veterans.

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