Fly Fishing • Tongariro River Rafting, New Zealand

Hello Garth!! I am greatly remiss in not contacting you sooner to thank you for the fishing adventures of a lifetime. I had planned on sending a proper written Thank You card, but have not made much progress in that direction, so I hope the modern approach will get the job done. Not a day has gone by since our 4 days fishing of with you that I don't think excitedly and fondly of the truly fantastic fishing and grand adventures you provided for Dave and me. Reliving those days will bring a thrill for years to come. It was literally living a dream to be out with you in the glorious New Zealand back country, fishing those "stunning" pools one after another, learning from your incredible skill, experience and direction, and casting to and catching those monster New Zealand trout. Spending time with you was great fun and absolutely exciting for every minute. I could go on and on, but please know that you showed me what is without a doubt the best fishing experiences I've had in 30+ years of fly fishing (with apologies to our Oregon steelhead and Silver Creek Idaho trout - now in second and third place..). You have a great talent and gift for sharing the remarkable fishing experiences of New Zealand and I consider myself fortunate indeed to have been in your company for those 4 magical days. If I can ever find a way to get back to New Zealand, believe me, I will!! Here's raising a hearty (and large) glass of Yellow Submarine in sincere thanks and with best wishes for the success you so richly deserve. Rick