Said Creek Outfitters

Guided Fishing Excursions

Fishing Ethos & Vision
 Its incredibly important to respect our local fisheries, waterways, and wildlife so that they exist now and for the enjoyment of future generations.  Whether outfitted with fly fishing gear or a rod & reel setup, this concept remains front of mind at all times. We have spent years developing a year round fishing program that is approachabe for all level of angler, both those new to the sport, as well as seasoned veterans searching for a unique Wyoming fishing experience.  Over time, we have come to a dynamic place that meets the needs of our clients, both new and old, along with our vision for the future.

Traveling to remote backcountry fishing spots via horseback is a mainstay of our business.  Joe is keen on guiding clients who are up for the challenge and time commitment involved in fishing our high mountain lakes and streams.  We also acknowelege the excellent fishing we have here in the front country, which is more accessible for those who don’t love horseback transportation as much as we do.  And we would like to see more female fishing guides leading the industry in order to help others discover the joy of the sport….

We WELCOME Amanda Plaisted, our new Lead Fishing Guide, to spearhead our front country Fly Fishing Program. She brings her incredible guiding skills, along with a unique passion/talent for catching our beautiful area trout. We love her fishing brilliance and ability to guide/teach all levels of angler.  She is a master on the water, and an excellent workshop instructor.  She will guide alongside Pixie Herbert, who has experience assisting with both our front and backcountry fishing trips and pack trip program.

Wyoming Fishing

Guided Day Fishing Trips
BOOK NOW FOR 2024 & 2025

Full Day Fish & Ride
This combination provides the best of both worlds…explore our trails via horseback and cast a line out into the remote mountain streams. There is no half day option for this, as you are journying into the mountains to see the country and spend time on the water.  This is a chance to soak it all in and enjoy all that Wyoming summer has to offer.

FULL or Half Day Walk & Wade
For clients who prefer foot power over horse power! Get out on the waterways with a skilled and knowledgable guide.  Visit remote streams, lakes, and rivers that are still off the beaten path, but accessable via 4wd vehicle.

Local trout…
Yellowstone Cutthroat, Rainbow, Brown, Brook, Snake River Cutthroat, Lake

And non trout…
Burbot, Mountain Whitefish, Grayling

Great options for non-guided fishing are Warm Springs Creek–which is withing hiking distance of the lodge, or Brooks Lake, Torrey Lake, and many public fishing access points along the Wind River–all just a short drive away.

FULL DAY FISH AND RIDE
7am-5pm 690/per person per day/2 person minimum (up to 6 guests per trip)

FULL DAY WALK AND WADE
8am-5pm/$650/per day (up to 2 guests per guide)

HALF DAY WALK AND WADE
8 am-12 pm or 1 pm to 5 pm $450/per day (up to 2 guests per guide)

There is a minimum of 2 riders and a maximum of 6 riders. Bring 4 or more riders and receive a 10% discount. Longer trips may be arranged, and will be priced accordingly.

ALL INCLUSIVE

Half and Full day trips include snacks, lunch, assorted non alcoholic beverages.

Clients usually prefer to bring their own waders, rods, etc. In the case of those traveling through, we may have some “Gear List” items available upon request or with enough notice.

Meet up with your guide at the crack of dawn, quickly go over your gear, then enjoy coffee and breakfast and discuss fishing strategy on the way to the trail head. Head into the mountains on a trout seeking steed with a knowledgeable guide who knows the way to some hidden lakes and streams-way off the beaten path.

ABILITY

Beginner to Advanced

A day of horseback riding and fishing require stamina and the ability to ride through occasionally challenging terrain, at a walking pace. These rides give anglers access to high mountain lakes and streams, geological treasures, and views of some of Wyoming’s most iconic mountain ranges. Riders should be prepared to spend between 2 to 4 hours in the saddle per day.

REQUEST A RESERVATION

Contact us at (307) 231-2574 or request a reservation online.

Wyoming Fishing

WORKSHOP-FLY FISHING 101

Interested in fly fishing but not sure where to begin?! We have the workshop just for you!
Participating in a Fly Fishing 101 workshop provides you the opportunity to learn the skills you’ll need to hit the water, in a fun and judgement-free atmosphere, and empower you to be a successful independent angler!

Topics of Instruction Include:

Demystifying equipment and gear selection
Essential knot tying
Proper fly selection for the seasons – match the hatch!
Rigging up your rod – nymphing, dry fly,  hopper dropper
Fly casting techniques – single and double haul
Wading safely
River etiquette
How to play, land, and safely release fish

HALF DAY-4 hours

$150 per person
10% Group Discount for 4 of more participants

Minimum: 4 Participants
Maximum: 6 Participants

ALL INCLUSIVE

Include snacks, lunch, assorted non alcoholic beverages.

We have a specially dedicated Fishing Hut here at Arcady Ranch. This “pop up” classroom is filled with all the tools our fishing guides use to teach Fly Fishing 101.  Enjoy views of the Wind River Mountain Range & Absarokas, while learning about our local trout, geology, geography, watersheds, bug life, and how all of these things impact an angler’s approach to fishing this area.

Coffee, tea, beverages, snacks are always available, along with a group lunch.

ABILITY

Beginner to Intermediate

Our guides are knowledgable about the local waterways and about the level at which anglers participants are learning.  Not new to fly fishing, but new to fly fishing in Western Wyoming? Feel free to sign up for this half day course.

REQUEST A RESERVATION

Contact us at (307) 231-2574 or request a reservation online.

Wyoming Fishing

5 Day/4 Night Wyoming Lodge Based Fishing Package

BOOK NOW FOR 2025 & 2026!

Last available dates this year:
August 12-16, 2024

Wake up early and head out into the wilderness to fish the high mountain streams and remote waterways of the Wyoming Absarokas and Wind River Mountain Range.

SUMMER & EARLY FALL

Please do not arrive without a reservation.  Walk-ins are not accepted.

5 DAYS, 4 NIGHT (minimum)

$2800 (4 day/3 night package)

Minimum Group Size: 2
Maximum Group Size: 6
Longer trips may be arranged, and will be priced accordingly.
Alternative transportation options available.

ALL INCLUSIVE

All meals included from arrival on night 1 through breakfast on your departure day.  Includes snacks and assorted non alcoholic beverages.

Saddle up early and head out into the wilderness to fish the high mountain streams and remote waterways of the Absarokas and Wind River Mountain Ranges where few tend to travel, let alone cast their lines. After a full day of fishing, return to base, where a homecooked meal awaits.

Location
Arcady Ridge Ranch Lodge, Wind River Valley and Surrounding Area

RIDING ABILITY

Beginner to Advanced

Overnight fishing expeditions require stamina and the ability to ride through occasionally challenging terrain, at a walking pace. These rides cover a lot of ground and give anglers access to high mountain lakes and streams, geological treasures, and views of some of Wyoming’s most iconic mountain ranges. Ample breaks are given throughout the day to enjoy meals, take in the beautiful scenery, and of course, fish, but riders should be prepared to spend between 2 to 4 hours in the saddle per day.

REQUEST A RESERVATION

Contact us at (307) 231-2574 or request a reservation online.

Riding RequirementsPre-Trip ChecklistCancellation & Gratuity

Riding Requirements & Considerations

Riding Requirements

  • Maximum Weight

    250 Pounds

  • Minimum Height

    48 Inches

  • Minimum Age

    10 Years Old – Day Trips
    14 Years Old – Overnight Fishing Trips

  • Helmets

    Helmets are required for any rider younger than 18 years of age. Helmets are provided for all riders and it is strongly recommended that a rider chooses a helmet and wears for the duration of his or her time on horseback.

  • Cell Phones

    Riders are asked to place cell phones on silent/airplane mode and store in saddle bags during the ride. There will be plenty of time to take pictures, but from the ground, not from the back of a horse.

5 Day/4 Night Fishing Expedition Considerations

We give the same advice to our overnight pack trip groups as we do to those planning to book a multi day Wyoming fishing expedition, well slightly adapted… These trips take months to plan and implement. We take into consideration the vision or our clients and the projected conditions on the ground to build each experience. Much depends on historical weather patterns to help determine the trailheads and trajectory of these trips. If its storming heavily in the Wind River Range and the streams, creeks, rivers are blown out with mud, we can pivot to the Absarokas if necessary.

Before you book a multi day Wyoming fishing trip, be honest with yourself about what you really want to accomplish. We are in Wyoming, one of the most rural states in the lower 48. Yes, bears are real. We are riding horses, out of cell phone service and generally submerged in nature. It rains, snows, blows, storms. Lightning hits the mountain top and then it hits the valleys. We ride up to the mountain tops and down to the valleys. Every weather condition imaginable happens within 5 minutes.

And then, you are casting against a golden sunset, wading in the stream, fish are jumping. Completely at peace in negative ions. OR you are sitting on the porch in JULY listening to hail drumming on the tin roof, drinking hot tea to warm your fingers, so you can tie a fly with a feather you found on the trail. Waiting for dinner to be served.

If you think it sounds totally up your ally and exciting, we are still going to ask you a lot of questions about what you are seeking by booking a lodge based, multi day horse assisted fishing expedition.

Because we have to tell the horses, then they tell us yea or nay.

Pre-Trip Checklist

Day Trips

We want you to have the best time on your fishing trip, and that requires a little bit of preparation on your part. Below are some things you will need in order to spend time out on the trail:

  • Appropriate Clothing
    • Sturdy Wet Wicking Pants-Need to be good for riding and fishing
    • Long sleeve shirt
    • Boots (appropriate for both riding and walking)
    • Wading Boots (will go on pack mule)
    • Sun Glasses (well fitted)
    • Hat (well fitted and/or with buckaroo strap)
    • Layers (include a rain layer)

    Wear comfortable clothing, but try to avoid loose layers, flowing scarves, jewelry or non-essential items that could catch on the saddle horn, snag on a branch, or fall off while riding or fishing. When a rider needs to take off or put on layers, please ask your guide so that he or she can stop the ride. You will then dismount before taking off or putting on layers of clothing.

  • Fishing Gear

    Bring your own gear, or let us know if you would like for us to supply gear ahead of time. We know this is personal. We do have a fly shop in town and some local legends who can advise on what the fish in our mountain streams find enticing.

  • Helmets

    Helmets are highly recommended and made available to guests upon arrival. Please be aware that barrettes, hair extensions, large scrunchies, etc will be uncomfortable beneath a helmet and you should consider removing before the ride.

  • Self-Care
    • Full Water Bottle (hydrate as much as possible prior to the ride and during breaks in riding)
    • Sunscreen/Bug Spray (Please apply prior to the start of the ride)
    • Epi Pen/Personal Medication (bring along medication that you may need during the course of the day)
  • Cell Phone/Camera

    Cell phones are incredibly distracting for horses, riders, and guides. Cell phones must be placed in off or airplane mode prior to the start of the ride. Guests are not permitted to use cameras/cell phones while riding and must wait until they are dismounted and their horse is safely secured prior to cell phone/camera use.

  • Snack

    Snacks and lunch are provided for guests participating in half and full day rides. Guests participating in shorter rides are still encouraged to bring their own snack (granola bar/trail mix). Always bring water!

Overnight Fishing Expedition

A clothing and gear checklist will be sent prior to the trip to guide your preparations.

Cancellation & Gratuity

Day Trips & Workshops

  • Refund Policy: Day Trips & Workshops

    Clients who cancel their reservation more than ten days prior to the scheduled start date of their reservation will receive a full refund. Clients who cancel ten or fewer days prior to the scheduled start date of their reservation will not receive a refund.

  • Rescheduling

    Contact us by phone or email at least 72-hours PRIOR to your scheduled departure. We check emails and listen to voicemail every day. We will make every attempt to accommodate your request, but cannot guarantee availability. Reservations can ONLY be rescheduled once. If you book within the 72-hour window, you will not be permitted to reschedule your reservation. You can contact us at info@saidcreekoutfitters.com or call 307.231.2574.

  • Gratuity

    Gratuity should be paid directly to one’s guide at the end of the trip. While tipping is not mandatory, it is customary and at the client’s discretion. A standard tip runs anywhere from 10% of the total ride price to 20%, or whatever the client feels to be a fair amount. If there happen to be two guides on your ride, they will split the tip.

Multi Day Lodge Based Fishing Expedition

  • Refund Policy

    Overnight trips take a lot of time and effort to coordinate and staff. For this reason, the refund policy is strict. Clients cancelling more than 45 days prior to the scheduled start date of their trip will receive a full refund. If cancellation occurs 45 days, or less, prior to the scheduled start date of the trip, clients will receive no refund. Please consider purchasing travel insurance when booking an overnight trip.

  • Gratuity

    Gratuity for a fishing expedition is to be paid directly to the Outfitter, who will then distribute to the guides, camp cook, wrangler, and other support staff who work behind the scenes to make these trips possible. While tipping is not mandatory, it is customary and at the client’s discretion. A standard tip runs anywhere from 10% of the package price to 20%, or whatever the client feels to be a fair amount.

Ride & Fish

Thank you SO much for allowing us to book with you for our ride yesterday. Mike and I had a wonderful time. We couldn’t have asked for a better day! The fishing was great and the horses we rode were pleasant. Joe did a fantastic job.

Karen M.

Aug 28, 2023

We’ll Be Back!

Our friends thought we photoshopped the picutres! David and I had a fantastic time…The ride and the scenery was the highlight of our vacation for sure. Joe was fantastic! We’ll be back again!

Jamie & David

Jul 20, 2023

Fly Fishing 101

I joined Amanda’s Fly Fishing 101 class…and it was AWESOME! Amanda is super knowledgeable and did a great job teaching me all of the basics so that I can go out and fish on my own. She made me feel comfortable and answered all of my silly questions without making me feel dumb lol. I can’t wait to join for another event! 100% recommend taking a class with Amanda!

Anna

Apr 3, 2024

Fish Were Just a Bonus

Thank you so much to Amanda for taking my wife and I out. My goal was for her to be the focus of the trip and leave more confident and Amanda made that happen. The fish were just a bonus, we will definitely be back to fish with her again!

Apr 3, 2024

Girls Trip

We did a girl’s trip to Dubois to take Amanda’s fly fishing 101 workshop and would definitely recommend it! Amanda was prepared, took her time to answer all our questions, and helped with a variety of skill levels. She made the class fun and informative and even took us to the river afterwards to try it out, we had an amazing time!

Apr 3, 2024

Said Creek Outfitters & Outfitting Adventures is operated under special use permit with the Shoshone National Forest, Bureau of Land Management, and Wyoming Office of State Lands and Investments.

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ARCADY RIDGE RANCH

Traci McClintic
Managing Partner
307.231.2574
info@arcadyridgeranch.com

SAID CREEK OUTFITTERS

Joe W. Hargrave
Outfitter # BG244
307.231.2574
info@saidcreekoutfitters.com

199 UPHILL ROAD, DUBOIS, WYOMING 82513

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