Joe Willauer


Over the years we could have started an NBA team with the size of some of the crew we have had on staff.  Once again we have another member of the staff over 6'5". Joe may be tall but his demeanor is very unassuming and pleasant. Joe spent countless days in his early years in the basin fishing on many of the creeks and lakes. For six years Joe guided for us and definitely deserved his senior guide status.   In 2008 Joe decided to attend Eastern Washington University to get his Masters. He currently spends his summers guiding in Montana and helps us out in the spring and fall as much as possible.

Favorite Trout Rod - 490/590 Sage SLT (Now the ZXL)
Favorite Two Hander – 13’6” 7wt Z-axis 510 Skagit Compact
Favorite Washington Waters – Methow and OP
Favorite Waters outside of Washington – Jefferson River, MT
Favorite Fish - Steelhead
Favorite One Liner - “Let me take a look at that”


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