Anasazi Angler San Juan River Guides

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Aaron Carithers
Navajo Dam, NM, USA
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About

First off, a little about myself, my name is Aaron Carithers, my wife, Jill and I live near Durango Colorado and have called the Southwest corner of Colorado home for nearly 25 years. We both attended Fort Lewis College, Jill completing her degree while I thought it would be a good iMom and the kids above Cunningham Crkdea to drop out of school to pursue a life as a full time fishing guide, thank god for Jill!!! We have two beautiful children who we have raised on the rivers, slopes and uplands of the west.

Like many, I was introduced to fly fishing by my grandfather Art Ohanian at 6 years old, from the very first trip to North Park Colorado I have been obsessed with trout and the sport of fly fishing. My obsession has led me around the globe to the Flats of Belize, Honduras, Mexico and Florida as well as the rivers of Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, New Mexico and the Chilean Patagonia. I have been extremely fortunate to live my dreams but I have also worked hard as a guide and professional fly tier and am very proud of the client base which I have built over the last 20 years, some of my closest friends and best clients have been with me for the whole wild ride.

About Anasazi Angler, San Juan River Guide Service:
Established in 1988, Anasazi Angler is one of the longest operating guide services in the area, teaching fly fishing and sharing good times with thousands of anglers over more than 2 decades. We share a philosophy of professionalism, knowledge, love and respect for the sport the fish and the habitat in which they live. We strive to make each day a memorable and fun experience and we do know how to have FUN while sharing our passion. I personally guarantee a fantastic experience with Anasazi Angler.

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Fishing

  • Brown Trout
  • Cut-Bow Trout
  • Rainbow Trout
  • Trout

Methods

  • Fly Rod

Extras

  • Float Fishing
  • Full Day Trip
  • Guided
  • Half Day Trip
  • Private Water
  • Public Water
  • Wade Fishing

Guide Rates

Public Waters:
Full Day Float or Wade
– $425 Per Angler
– Fishing a full day on the San Juan River float or wade fishing

Half Day Float or Wade
– $300 Per Angler
– Fishing a half day on the San Juan River float or wade fishing

3 Fisherman Wade
– $475 Per Angler
– Fishing a full day on the San Juan River wade fishing with 3 total fisherman

Private Waters:
Pine Song Ranch (Los Pinos River)
– $450 Full Day Per Angler
– Maximum of 2 Angler
– $75 Rod Fee Per Angler

Isgar Ranch (Animus River)
– $450 Full Day Per Angler
– Maximum of 2 Angler
– No Rod Fee

Cloud Hidden Ranch (Florida River)
– $450 Full Day Per Angler
– Maximum of 2 Angler
– $100 Rod Fee Per Angler

All Rio Grande Floats are done through Rio Outfitters LLC, CO. Outfitter License OUT.0002698
Trip rates do not include state fishing license or gratuities.
Anasazi Angler Guide Service is able to accommodate groups of ANY size by utilizing our network of the best, full time guides in the region.

Private Waters

Pine Song Ranch (Los Pinos River):
Managed as a trophy WILD trout fisheries for the past several years this private tail water consistently produces wild rainbows, cut-bows and browns from 8 to 28 inches with several un landable fish hooked each year.

Aaron and the Anasazi Angler crew have had the privilege to fish and guide on the Pine Song since the early days of Anasazi Angler over 25 years ago.

Availability is very limited, give us a call or drop us a line to secure your dates on this fantastic piece of water

Isgar Ranch (Animus River):
Located a few miles south of Durango Colorado, the Isgar Ranch is bisected by the River Of Lost Souls, the Animas. This section of river is home to some of the very best riffles, runs and deep buckets on the Animas and several of the largest, hardest fighting rainbow and brown trout the drainage has to offer.

Aaron has been fishing the Isgar property since his college days in the late 80s and is proud to enjoy continued access to the cherished piece of river.

The Animas through the Isgar Ranch is available to Blue Lake Ranch Bed and Breakfast guests as well as Anasazi Angler guides. To ensure access please drop us a line with preferred dates.

Cloud Hidden Ranch (Florida River):
Aaron Carithers and the guides associated with Anasazi Angler have the exclusive access to this awesome stretch of the 100% private Florida River. Just a ten minute drive east of Durango, wild rainbow, cut bow and brown trout can be found in this intimate, old growth cottonwood lined tail water. This portion of the

Florida is rarely fished and we are honored to be the fly fishing professionals associated with this wonderful piece of water. Limited to 2 anglers.

What's Included

Full Day Trips:
– Tax
– Flies
– Tippets
– Leaders
– Other Needed Tackle
– Cold Drinks
– Picnic Lunch

Half Day Trips:
– Tax
– Flies
– Tippets
– Leaders
– Other Needed Tackle
– Cold Drinks
– Picnic Lunch

We can usually provide transportation to the San Juan from Durango CO. and Farmington N.M.. If rods and reels are needed our guides will provide high quality gear at NO extra cost. We can also assist you with renting waders at local fly shops in Navajo Dam if needed.

 

 

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