My journey into the world of fly tying and fly fishing began at the tender age of 14, marking the start of a lifelong passion that spans over 42 years.
I have been a fly designer with Fulling Mill/Orvis since 1996, and with the Montana Fly Company. Some of my designs were recognized when I was named Orvis Fly Tyer of the Year in 2005. I was also named a finalist for the Orvis Endorsed Guide of the Year in 2011, 2012, and 2013, which highlighted my reputation as a guide.
My expertise and achievements have earned me features in a wide array of prestigious publications. These include Orvis News, Field and Stream, The Wall Street Journal, Eastern Fly Fishing Magazine, The Angler Magazine, Irish Angler's Digest, Fly Fish America, Wildlife in North Carolina, Flugfiske i Norden, Fly Tyer Magazine, and Southern Culture on a Fly.
I have also been a featured tyer and presenter at several events, such as the British Fly Fair International in the UK; Sportfiskemässan and Woodstort in Sweden.