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Rowan Confrey

About

One of Maine’s rising fly guides and a professional photographer of 14 years, Ro brings a fresh energy and insight to the sport, crafting trip experiences with expert local insights, and emphasizing a deep understanding of the ecosystems and natural contexts of each river. Perfect for newcomers and experienced sport-goers alike, he offers hands-on instruction in casting and water reading as well as map-based remote trip planning , trip and trophy photography. Whether you want to learn how to identify the honey holes on new waters, cast a new line, document a once in a lifetime trip, or just need a custom fly assortment for your next outing, Ro is your guide. 

Activities

Custom Trip Planning for Maine Wade Fishing
Portland, ME
Eager to find the honey holes only guides know about, but short on the cash to hire a full day guide?

Book a 1:1 planning session with Ro Confrey to:
  • discuss your target waters and species
  • ascertain your skill level and accessibility needs
  • map the best holes
  • identify the best fly patterns and sizes
  • understand the seasonal and site specific regulations

Meetings are scheduled via Instagram DM and are 1 hr in length.

Reach out now while the best fishing is upon us!
Seasonality
All Year
Trip & Trophy Photography
Windham, ME
There's little worse out on the river than fumbling with your phone to take a photo, only to have the catch of a lifetime slip away.

Live in the moment, secure your memories, and lock down your catch-of-a-lifetime bragging rights with Rowan Fly Guide's Trip & Trophy Photography. An up and coming fly guide in Maine, and lifelong professional photographer, Ro knows how to find the perfect intersections of light, angles, and memories to deliver images that will last.

Offering 1/2 day and full day packages, all of which include digital downloads, Ro will follow you to any river, lake or stream.
Seasonality
All Year

Recommended Gear

Fly Tying for Mainers

This kit covers all the materials needed for my top 6 Maine flies: disco midge, zebra midge, walt's worm, peacock lady, bunny leech, and smelt.

Materials include variant options, such as beaded or unbeaded, the default Walt's or a Sexy Walt's, etc. 

Peak
Rotary Vise w/ Pedestal
Dr. Slick
Dr. Slick Bodkin Brass w/ Half Hitch Tool
Dr. Slick
Dr. Slick 4" Whip Finisher
Rite Bobbin
Rite Standard Bobbin Ceramic Tube Fly Tying Thread Dispenser Tool
Dr. Slick
Dr. Slick ECO 4" Bobbin Dual Glass Inserts w/Brass Feet
Hareline Dubbin
Hareline Dubbin Bobbin Threader Black
Dr. Slick
Dr. Slick Non-Rotary Hackle Pliers Fly Tying Tool 1209708
Dr. Slick
Dr. Slick 4.5" Micro Tip Hair Scissors
Fulling Mill
FM5027 Grab Gape Heavy Barbless Black Nickel Hook
Fulling Mill
FM1135 Lightweight Grub Black Nickel
Fulling Mill
FM1715 Stealth Nymph Special Non-reflective Black Nickel Hook
Utc
UTC Ultra Thread 70 Denier | Fluorescent Fire Orange
Utc
UTC Ultra Thread 70 Denier | Dark Brown
Utc
UTC Ultra Thread 70 Denier | Olive
Utc
UTC Ultra Thread 70 Denier | Cream
Utc
UTC Ultra Thread 70 Denier | Black
Wapsi
Wapsi Ultra Wire Red Brassie
Utc
UTC Ultra Wire | Gold; Medium
Semperfli
SemperFli Micro Glint Nymph Tinsel | Rainbow
Semperfli
SemperFli Micro Glint Nymph Tinsel | Medium Olive
Semperfli
SemperFli Micro Glint Nymph Tinsel | Claret
Semperfli
SemperFli Micro Glint Nymph Tinsel | Brown
Utc
UTC Opal Mirage Tinsel | S
Utc
UTC Opal Mirage Tinsel | L
Wapsi
Wapsi All Purpose Rabbit Dubbing | Tan
Wapsi
Wapsi Natural Fur Dubbing | Light Hares Mask
Hareline Dubbin
Hareline Rabbit Hair Stonefly
Wapsi
Wapsi SLF Prism Dubbing | Hares Ear
Wapsi
Wapsi Flashabou | Rainbow
Utc
UTC Opal Mirage Tinsel | M
Wapsi
Wapsi Flashabou | Black
Hareline Dubbin
Hareline Strung Peacock Herl S
Wapsi
Wapsi Hungarian Partridge Whole Skin | Natural
Wapsi
Wapsi Soft Hackle Hen Saddle Patch | Ginger
Wapsi
Wapsi Soft Hackle Hen Saddle Patch | Black
Montana Fly Company
MFC Arizona Simi Seal Brown
Montana Fly Company
MFC Arizona Simi Seal Mega Dub Black Garnet
Wapsi
Wapsi Golden Pheasant Tippets | M
Hareline Dubbin Inc
Hareline Natural and Dyed Rabbit Strips Fluorescent Fuchsia

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