Guides
Unsurpassed. Guidance.
As beautiful as our location may be, sometimes the true magic of a destination lies with those who guide you in all the ways you can make the most of it. That’s why you’ll enjoy the company of some of the most talented, knowledgeable and friendly guides on earth.
Meet a few of our top guides.
Matt Clawson
Matt is the Fishing Outfitter for the Bighorn River Lodge, started fly fishing the Bighorn over 25 years ago. After receiving a degree in business management from the University of Montana, Matt embraced his passions and entered the world as a professional fly fishing guide. The Clawson family has been farming, hunting and fishing the Bighorn Valley for three generations. His intimate knowledge of the river, its history, and its ecosystem is just one of the reasons Matt is so highly regarded amongst the guides and local stewards of the river. His extreme devotion to the art of fly fishing along with his diligent work ethic ensures that every client will have the best possible fishing experience. In the off season Matt spends his winters skiing, elk hunting, working for his father’s catering business and of course tying flies.
Del Despain
Del is also a native Montanan, has been a professional guide for over 19 years. A graduate of the University of Utah, Del grew up fishing and his love of guiding has taken him to virtually every river in Montana as well as a few in Brazil and New Zealand. Del has traveled extensively over the years both guiding and fishing on his own and as a result brings a world class perspective to fishing as well of a wealth of great stories to go along with a great day of fishing. In the off season Del pursues his passion of competitive road cycling and his many and varied art projects.
Chris Madson
Chis Madson, a native of Sheridan Wyoming is an avid outdoorsman and has been hunting and fishing throughout the northwestern United States and on the Bighorn River his entire adult life. Chris’ angling pursuits have taken him beyond the local waters flats fishing in Mexico, the Florida Keys, and Belize and chasing steelhead in much of the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia. You will have a guide who has a wide range of experience and skills. Chris is an extremely knowledgeable and patient teacher for the newest of anglers as well as a great match for the more seasoned.
Brady Hefner
Brady is a Montana local and seasoned fishing guide with 10 years of experience on the water. His passion for fishing began at a young age, spending countless days alongside his dad, learning the rhythms of the river and the art of casting. Those early memories sparked a lifelong love for fishing and ultimately inspired him to turn that passion into a career. Today, Brady brings his knowledge, patience, and genuine love for the sport to every trip, creating memorable experiences for anglers of all skill levels. Brady’s guiding experience extends across Montana and parts of Wyoming. In the off-season, Brady spends his time traveling, playing hockey, and woodworking with his dad.
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Erin will answer your questions and customize your trip for the ultimate Montana fly fishing experience.
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