Captain Kurt Bitikofer is the owner operator of Captain Kurt Charters and founded this business based on his passion for fishing in the Lake Erie region. He has fished this region for 20+ years and all over North America. He firmly believes Lake Erie and it’s tributaries to be one of the greatest all around fisheries in the world! Come enjoy it with him.
Morgan Bitikofer grew up flyfishing for steelhead in the streams of Ohio and Pennsylvania. She spent countless hours alongside her dad and is now using her experience and skills as a full time steelhead guide. Morgan loves the outdoors and her goal is to encourage other women and girls to be out on the water.
Josh Miller earned a spot on Fly Fishing Team USA after competing in regional and national competitions. His travels abroad, while coaching the US Youth Team in several world championships, has helped shape the angler he is today. Josh is eager to share his experiences and knowledge gained while fishing with some of the worlds best anglers.
Joe Clark has a infectious enthusiasm for being on the water and sharing that world with others. He has been an instructor on the US youth fly fishing team for 7 years now and is also a gold medalist in a Team USA regional. Competitive fly fishing has shaped his approach to guiding and fueled a passion for teaching and learning. He also loves to write music and play his guitar after a day on the water. Joe loves the dry dropper!
Jake Schneider grew up 5 minutes from steelhead alley and have lived here his entire life. “Steelhead fishing is my favorite way to teach new anglers how to fly fish!” Whether your a life long angler looking to catch your first steelhead, or never fished before. your going to learn a lot and have a blast exploring this world class fishery!
Dale Fogg is a lifelong outdoorsman and an enthusiastic fly fisherman. He loves learning and sharing his passion with others. Fly tying is one of his top skills and Dale takes pride in catching fish on his own flies. He has been blessed to have fished all over North America, but Steelhead are his favorite species of fish to chase on the fly.