Guides & Services

While exploring a new and unknown location on your own might right up your alley, there is also another way. Delaware County is proud to be home to a variety of incredible outdoor service guides that can not only set you up with equipment and licenses you may need but they can also introduce you to the hidden waterways and trails that you might not discover on your own.  If you’re not familiar with our waterways or fly fishing, or you just want the company of a seasoned expert for your Great Western Catskills excursion,  hiring an outdoor guide is a wonderful option.

Get expert recommendations, personal lessons and an entirely customized experience with one any of our fantastic guides.

Skyhold Ranch

7947 Elk Creek Rd, Delhi

Skyhold Ranch offers 1 hour guided trail rides, open or private parties on horseback, through the ...

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Hackett Fly Fishing

Hwy 17, East Branch

Enjoy a Catskill Mountain fly fishing adventures. Located just two hours north of New York City, ...

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Al’s Sport Store

6964 River Road, Downsville

A fishing store and a whole lot more, Al's Sport Store provides services from canoe, kayak and gear ...

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West Branch Angler Resort

150 Faulkener Road, Hancock

The West Branch Angler is fly fishing resort and shooting preserve, offering 26 luxury cabins on ...

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East Branch Outfitters

1471 Peas Eddy Road, Hancock

New York’s legendary fishing resort. Private access to the East Branch of the Delaware is just a ...

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Dream Catcher Lodge and Cabins

393 River Road, Deposit

Dream Catcher Lodge and Cabins is one of upstate NY’s best and most affordable resort ...

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Catskill Casts & Coverts

3663 County Road 35, Sidney Center

Join Catskill Casts & Coverts for custom Catskill experiences in fishing and hunting. Go fly ...

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Catskill Mountain Club

Margaretville, NY

The Catskill Mountain Club offers volunteer-led hikes and workshops throughout the Catskill Forest ...

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Fly Fishing in the Catskills

Fly fishing season in the Catskills opens on April 1 and continues until mid-October. Catskill Mountain waters have gained fame as the birthplace of American fly fishing, and to this day our ...

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Ask a Local-Ryan Fifield-Fifield Outfitters

Fifield Outfitters, LLC  is fully insured and a family owned and operated business. They provide year- round customized guide services for hunting and fishing trips. Nestled in the Catskill ...

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Bear Spring Mountain Park & Wildlife Management Area

Southern Delaware County is home to one of New York’s recreation jewels - Bear Spring Mountain Park and Wildlife Management Area. The 7,000-acre park that spans the towns of Hancock, Walton and ...

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Catskills Trout Tales 2019

Breathe in the Glorious Outdoors This Spring The Catskills are the birthplace of American fly-fishing, and the area is still considered one of the best fly-fishing spots in the Northeast. With an ...

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The 16th Annual Catskills Lark in the Park

  The 16th Annual Catskills Lark in the Park is on the way! The series of events kicks off Saturday, October 5th  and runs through Monday,  October 14th. The 2019 Lark offers over 50 ...

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