Born in the far northwest corner of northern California, Neil cut his teeth on the Smith, Klamath, and Chetco rivers chasing Steelhead and Salmon. Fishing since the ripe young age of 3 he now has over 45 years of fishing under his belt. Now residing in Redding, Neil spends his time guiding on the Sacramento, Klamath, and Smith Rivers chasing Trout, Steelhead, and Salmon. Neil’s passion for catching fish and teaching others is apparent as soon as you fish with him. Whether it’s fly fishing or gear fishing, Neil will keep your rod loaded and net wet.