Picabo Angler Guides

Chad is Picabo Angler’s General Manager and oversees the daily operation of the entire business. He has been a full-time fly-fishing, waterfowl hunting, and upland hunting guide, and is an accomplished freelance photographer and writer. Chad’s photos and articles have appeared in such publications as Northwest Fly Fishing, Eastern Fly Fishing, American Fly Fishing, Gray’s Sporting Journal, Anglers Journal, American Angler, Fly Fisherman, Fly Fishing and Tying Journal, TROUT, and Catch Magazine.

Fishing travel has become one of Chad’s passions, and each winter he spends several weeks hosting trips to Chilean Patagonia. Chad has fished extensively throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, Belize, the Bahamas, Chile, and Argentina.

Chad’s love of wide-open spaces, clean water, and wild creatures has led to his involvement with conservation organizations such as Trout Unlimited, Ducks Unlimited, and the Bonefish and Tarpon Trust. In the past, he has spent some time working with Trout Unlimited and Yellow Dog Flyfishing Adventures.

Chad enjoys nothing more than greeting customers at Picabo Angler and helping anglers have the best experience fishing Silver Creek and other local waters.

An avid waterfowl and upland hunter, Chad lives with his three Springer Spaniels (Trico, Snook, and Jax) not far from the banks of Silver Creek.

Nick grew up in Santa Barbara, California and graduated from the University of Montana with a degree in English/Creative Writing.  He started his fly fishing career in Missoula, Montana in 1993 at the Grizzly Hackle and has been guiding full time in the Sun Valley area since 1997. Nick is one of the most sought after fly fishing guides in Sun Valley, Idaho and is often booked months in advance. Nick is also a photographer and his work has appeared in numerous publications including The FlyFish Journal, The Drake, Anglers Journal, Condé Nast Traveller, and others. To see his work, visit www.nickpricephotography.com He lives with his wife and two sons in Hailey, Idaho. Nick is Picabo Angler’s head guide.

Zac Mayhew grew up in the Wood River Valley and began fly fishing this area as a child. He began guiding immediately after college and has been guiding the Sun Valley area and beyond for well over a decade. His good humor and the constant laughs coupled with a lifetime of local knowledge places Zac among one of the Sun Valley areas most sought-after guides. He is a full time, year around guide and when the season slows, he loves to travel to fish both domestically and internationally.

Cody Catherall grew up in the Midwest, fly rod in hand. His passion struck at a young age and Cody was fishing tournaments and working in sports shops through middle school and high school. He moved West to attend college–he’s a graduate of the University of Oregon–and the Western rivers really did him in! From the trout waters of the West, Cody began pursuing species and places on the map with abandon. His drive to fish has made him comfortable in the fresh and saltwater environments, which has lead to Cody’s biggest passion; showing off his favorite Idaho waters. First time anglers and old pros will both find good humor, good will and great fishing with Cody as their guide.

Andrew started fly fishing the spring creeks and tailwaters of Southwest Virginia when he was a kid. He moved to Sun Valley in 2012 after graduating from Virginia Tech. He has been a guide for Picabo Angler for the last decade and is our lead oarsman. Andrew is an FFF Certified Casting Instructor. He excels on all of our area waters. Andrew is as comfortable showing the pros secret holes and hatches as he is teaching your entire family to cast on the lawn. He has a small family that includes two yellow labs, and if he’s not working with guests you can find he and his dogs out steelhead fishing or drifting a local river.

Joe is a product of the great fishing state of Florida, his family moved to Boise, Idaho in 2007. When he was about 12 years old, Joe found fly-fishing. The Boise River is responsible for his fly fishing addiction today. Attending the University of Montana allowed Joe to continue along this fishy path! While in school, his free time consisted of rowing rivers in his drift boat with friends. This also gave him the time to pursue another passion; practicing photography and videography. Joseph is a hardworking guide who has an energetic and outgoing personality. He is a passionate angler that puts in his time on the water so guests get the most from their day with him. He specifically likes the challenges fly fishing brings to the table, including all the little nuances of fishing flies. It is these details that teach patients to an angler and Joe will provide the guidance one needs to get to this quiet, confident place in the sport.

Bradley was born and raised in Boise and has a passion for wild places and wild fish. Bradley grew up fishing both conventionally and with a fly rod and embodies the outdoor lifestyle. He enjoys the challenges that fly fishing brings and loves to see his clients learn, adapt, and overcome them! During his spare time, Bradley can be found adventuring and finding fish in new places. He gets a kick out of fishing stillwater and finding trout in unlikely spots. Bradley is known for always having a smile on his face and keeping a positive outlook during all situations. Good vibes and handshakes with fishtails are what you will find with Bradley as your guide! 

Cole has been walking around the banks of Idaho waters with a fly rod since he was a young child. Hailing from the Boise area, Silver creek has always been a regular stop for Cole, and he loves sharing his passion and knowledge with others. Cole really enjoys teaching beginners the ins and outs of fly fishing and showing newcomers what the sport is all about, but he also loves getting down to business and hunting for big fish! Nevertheless, Cole’s number one priority is enjoying what nature has to offer and spending an unforgettable day on the water!

Dalton is more than a fly fisherman and guide; as a Boise native, Dalton has always been surrounded by the outdoors. Skiing, climbing, biking and surfing are just a few of the adrenaline-kicking hobbies that Dalton loves to enjoy. Fly-fishing grabbed ahold of Dalton when he was a young teen, working in flyshops and gaining knowledge throughout the Western United States. The Wood River Valley gained Dalton’s attention, with numerous bodies of water and the opportunities anglers have for fishing dry flies, nymphs and streamers. The Picabo Angler “Young-Gun” loves swinging flies for large ocean and lake-run species, along with technical dry fly fishing on Silver Creek and elsewhere. Good times, great conversation, and unforgettable moments are what Dalton Strives for and brings to your guide trip. 

Born and raised in the Wood River Valley, Jed has spent 25+ years exploring local rivers and sharing his love of fly fishing with friends and guests. Weekends in college were spent wading waters in Eastern Oregon and Central Idaho, and over the past decade his passion for fly fishing has taken him to beautiful fisheries in Belize, Mexico, Cuba, Honduras and beyond. Now based in Hailey with his wife, son, and two dogs, Jed is just as focused on making your day on the water memorable as he is putting you on fish. Whether you’re new to fly fishing or looking to sharpen your skills, he’ll tailor the day to your goals—row a scenic drift, perfect a new cast, or chase a trophy trout. In the off season you’ll likely find Jed rowing his drift boat, poling his Idaho skiff, or chasing Permit or Roosterfish somewhere in the tropics. 

With over eight years of experience guiding in some of the most iconic waters in the American West, Erik brings a deep passion for fly fishing and a commitment to creating unforgettable days on the river. Erik has had the privilege of guiding in Yellowstone National Park and throughout the Sun Valley region, helping anglers of all skill levels connect with these world-class fisheries.

In addition to his time in the Lower 48, Erik spent two seasons guiding in Alaska along the road system, targeting trout in some of the most remote and rewarding environments accessible by vehicle. These experiences have shaped his approach as a guide—focused on adaptability, local knowledge, and making every trip both productive and enjoyable.

Originally from Connecticut, Erik now shares his love for the outdoors with his wife and 7-year-old son, who’s already developing a passion for fishing and exploring wild places. When not on the water, you’ll usually find Erik out on the range looking for sheds or chasing birds with his German Shorthaired Pointer.