We are thrilled to welcome guide and commercial fly tier Chase "Hoops" Martin to our October Browns & Brews.

With 12 years of guiding around Estes Park under his belt, Chase has built a reputation for hunting out small-stream gems and targeting fish hidden in plain sight. Though he regularly chases everything from carp and bass to redfish on a fly rod, Chase’s deep familiarity with our local backyard waters makes him a wealth of practical knowledge for anglers of all skill levels.

In this talk, Chase will pull back the curtain on how to tackle challenging, high-gradient water and maximize your time on the Big Thompson River.

Key Highlights:

• Approaching Small & Hidden Water: Why you shouldn't shy away from tight cover and small creeks.

• Whitewater & Pockets: How to effectively read pocket water and pull trout out of heavy foam.

• The Big Thompson Playbook: A complete look at Chase's go-to rigging strategies and three core techniques used from the high country down through the canyon.

Whether you're looking to refine your rigging or discover new ways to approach high-pressure water, you won't want to miss this session. Bring your questions and join the conversation!