Steve's Bio and Philosophy of Guiding and Teaching
A life long angler, and former high school chemistry and physics teacher, Steve has long enjoyed the pursuit of the angling experience and loves to share it with others. He began fishing Lake Texoma in the 1960's and Lake Ray Roberts immediately after its completion in 1987. He now guides fly anglers on these productive waters in search of inland stripers, smallmouth bass, and largemouth bass.
As a Federation of Fly Fishers Master Certified Casting Instructor, Steve also assists clients in developing the fly casting skills and fly fishing knowledge needed to pursue all species of fish on the fly. He teaches at various clinics and schools across the US. Steve also leads groups of anglers to Orvis Endorsed Lodges & Outfitters to destinations across North America. Steve's credentials:
- Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Guide - Federation of Fly Fishers Master Certified Casting Instructor - Member, IFFF Casting Board of Governors -2015 Receipt of the IFFF Mel Krieger Award - Past president of the Red River Fly Fishers - United States Coast Guard Captains license - Texas Parks and Wildlife Department fishing guide license - Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation fishing guide license - Fully insured - First Aid & CPR, American Heart Association |
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Philosophy of Guiding & Teaching
Guiding Philosophy
I love to guide. It is indeed a great day for me when I see my clients catch fish, learn something new, and simply enjoy themselves on the water. Because of this, I strive to deliver a professional guide service and do everything possible to make it a great day.
I do not fish except to instruct. Safety is always of highest priority and my goal is to help you have a quality angling experience.
I encourage your input beforehand to help me understand your expectations, objectives, and skill level. Then together, as a team, we will have a great day on the water in pursuit of our quarry.
I do not fish except to instruct. Safety is always of highest priority and my goal is to help you have a quality angling experience.
I encourage your input beforehand to help me understand your expectations, objectives, and skill level. Then together, as a team, we will have a great day on the water in pursuit of our quarry.
Teaching Philosophy
Learning is one of life's great joys and learning to fly fish is indeed a treasure that can be enjoyed for a lifetime.
Fly fishing is a grand and alluring sport. It provides a real connection to the natural landscape in a world that is dominated by technology, stress, and hustle and bustle. It is fun, but not technical, difficult, nor expensive.
However, fly fishing is a skill based form of angling that requires getting past that little bit of discipline inherent to the sport. Once acquired, that little bit of discipline will open up an exciting, new world of angling opportunities to you.
My goal, as an instructor, is to help you acquire the skills and substance needed to fly fish in a style that suits you best. Whether you are making your first cast or learning an advanced technique, I will always teach in a positive, enthusiastic manner - never harsh, impatient, or unprofessional.
-Steve Hollensed
Fly fishing is a grand and alluring sport. It provides a real connection to the natural landscape in a world that is dominated by technology, stress, and hustle and bustle. It is fun, but not technical, difficult, nor expensive.
However, fly fishing is a skill based form of angling that requires getting past that little bit of discipline inherent to the sport. Once acquired, that little bit of discipline will open up an exciting, new world of angling opportunities to you.
My goal, as an instructor, is to help you acquire the skills and substance needed to fly fish in a style that suits you best. Whether you are making your first cast or learning an advanced technique, I will always teach in a positive, enthusiastic manner - never harsh, impatient, or unprofessional.
-Steve Hollensed
