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Best fly fishing experience hands down! My husband and I booked this incredible experience in VT and we’re so happy we did! Andrew reviewed our abilities before taking us to the river. He gave us lots of pointers to improve our skill, which helped a ton! He took us to a few different spots along the river and was extremely attentive to the way we casted, took candid photographs of us (which have been framed!) and overall gave us the best few hours anyone could ask for! We can’t wait to go back for another adventure with Andrew!

I can't say enough positive things about my experience with Andrew and Battenkill Outfitters. First of all, Andrew picked up the phone when I called, and basically said show up and I will take care of the rest. And he wasn't lying. He arranged for lodging at the Battenkill Hollow Cottage, a 5 star cottage with an epic riverfront setting. Being a beginner, Andrew came to the cottage and helping me with some of the basic knot tying and then we went to a pond to work on casting techniques. The outfitter had new waders/boots and the highest quality fishing set up. The education Andrew provides just adds to the experience. While my guided trip was 1/1, I will be returning with clients soon for a corporate outing.

Booking with Andrew/Battenkill Outfitters is simply a must. Just one half day integrated valuable lessons on both fishing and the environment: reading water, entomology and understanding recent hatches, fish behavior, knot tying, and a helpful focus on casting technique. I am new to fly fishing, and Andrew’s approachable style of teaching really encouraged me to come into my own and develop confidence in my abilities on the river. He is an effective communicator, an attentive guide, has an intimate knowledge of the landscape and the river, and is one of the kindest people I’ve had the pleasure to interact with. Not to mention, lodging at the Battenkill Hollow Cottage is second to none; staying here was such a cozy retreat and really accentuated an already outstanding experience. Truly can’t recommend it enough!

Our guided trout fishing trip on the Battenkill River with Andrew was outstanding! He was incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely kind - clearly passionate about both the river and helping us succeed. Andrew worked hard to put us on fish and made the whole experience both fun and rewarding. We will contact him again when back in the area. Absolute highest recommendation for anglers of any level!

If you’re looking to have an absolutely wonderful fly fishing day you MUST book a day with expert guide Andrew Walker at Battenkill Outfitters. He knows the water, can fish whisper with the finest and is possibly the nicest human being on this planet. Professional, knowledgeable and personable Andrew is a delight to be with in the water or on land. Book an outing with him now. You can thank me later :) Enjoy!

I hired Andrew as a fly fishing guide for my wife and I. We're both in our late 60's and fish frequently, mostly in Connecticut. Andrew met us on time both days and we found him to be very knowledgeable, pleasant and helpful. He was so nice that my wife and I were immediately comfortable and pleased with our choice. He brought us to some great locations where the brookies were abundant and hungry. He showed us his house right by the river and, had we not already had accommodations, we would have stayed there in a heartbeat! Overall, we had a great time with Andrew and we look forward to seeing him again soon. We HIGHLY recommend him as a guide and his house as a place to stay!

We fished with Andrew while out in VT for a wedding. It was a wonderful day on the Battenkill. There was a wide range of experience within our group, and Andrew supported each person at just the right level, teaching the beginners the basics and offering new skills to those who were more experienced to expand their options on the river. Andrew was fun, friendly, and flexible throughout the day. It was a highlight of the trip - couldn't recommend more highly!

Drew is one of the good ones. He knows his fish, knows the water, knows the bugs, and knows the birds looking for the bugs on the water that'll tell you where the fish are. Even if you don't catch a fish (don't worry, you probably will), you're in for a great day with one of the best guys and guides around.