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OUTFITTERS
Plan your river adventure with these outfitters:
Maury River Smallmouth, LLC
24 Musket Loop, Natural Bridge, Va 24578
(540) 632-3990 | mauryriversmallmouth.com
Providing kayak rental and paddler shuttle services on the Upper James River, from Iron Gate to Snowden, as well as the Maury River. Also provides fully outfitted kayak fishing guides on the Maury River, along with kayak rental and paddler shuttles.
Twin River Outfitters
653 Lowe Street, Buchanan, VA 24066
(540) 254-8012 | canoevirginia.net
Twin River Outfitters is a paddle sports business that rents canoes, kayaks, rafts, and river tubes. They run trips on the Upper James, Cowpasture, Jackson, and the Maury Rivers. TRO has been safely running river trips since 1978, and offers its customers fun trips that range from lazy river to whitewater paddling experiences with true mountain views. They offer a variety of single day and multi-day river based camping trips.
Wilderness Canoe Company
631 James River Road, Natural Bridge Station, VA 24579
(540) 291-2295 | wildernesscanoecompany.com
Established in 1994 to provide a true wilderness experience for the adventure seeking visitors to the Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia. Located only 5 miles from the Natural Bridge and numerous hiking trails in the James River Face Wilderness Area. They provide canoe, kayak and tube trips on one of the most scenic and remote sections of the Upper James River. They also have primitive campsites right on the river. Each site is private and has its own river access.
FISHING GUIDES
Schedule your fishing adventure with these guides:
Appalachian Bronzeback Adventures
(704) 467-5993 | appbronzebackadv@gmail.com
appbronzebackadv.com
Guided fishing trips for trophy smallmouth bass on the Upper James River, Maury River and New River in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia.
Blane Chocklett Fishing
(540) 354-1774 | bchocklett@comcast.net
Blane Chocklett began fly fishing in 1985 on a small mountain stream not far from his home in Blue Ridge, Virginia. Eight years later, he started his own freelance guide service. In 1996, Blane opened Blue Ridge Fly Fishers, a full-service fly shop located in Roanoke, Virginia. Through the years, Blane has supported the sport of fly fishing by serving as a member of the American Fly Tackle Trade Association’s (AFTA) Dealer Advisory Board and by consulting with several fly fishing pro staffs. Blane has been featured in many outdoor books and magazine articles over the years.
About a decade ago, he returned to his river roots as owner/operator of the New Angle Fishing Company, specializing in float trips targeting the regions predatory fish from Musky to stripers and smallmouth bass. One the most enthusiastic and cutting-edge fly tiers in our sport, many of Blane’s inventive fly patterns are produced through UMPQUA Feather Merchants. He has served on the board of the American Fly Tackle Trade Association (AFFTA) and has worked as a consultant to several fly fishing companies.
Dead Drift Outfitters
(540) 521-9214 | deaddriftva.com
josh@deaddriftva.com
Not only is Dead Drift Outfitters a paradise for any fisherman/fisherwoman, but it’s also great for anyone wanting to explore the surrounding waterways. Dead Drift Outfitters offers guided trips to a variety of waters. Their guides will put you on fish, whether you desire to wade or float.
Dead Drift Outfitters offer wade trips to local stocked and wild trout waters, trophy trout waters (contact for special pricing and locations), as well as float trips on the good ol’ James and Maury Rivers. If you’re not sure where to start on the whole fly fishing thing, they offer basics lessons as well. Want to learn how to tie some tried and true Appalachian flies? They’ve got you covered.
Looking for a place to stay? Dead Drift Outfitters also has a beautiful cabin and river house availability on some of our trophy trout streams. Send them a note to schedule your next outing! And, check out their online store for sweet gear, materials, and apparel.
John Roberts Fly Fishing
(540) 463-3235 | (800) 882-1145 | guide@vatrout.com
vatrout.com
Offering outstanding fly fishing Half or All Day Trips for beginner to expert levels. Our Introduction to Fly Fishing trip Half Day Trips are at a mountain trout pond setting and are guaranteed stress free, fun and educational by your instructor John who has 60 years of fishing experience in the local Blue Ribbon trout waters. Equipment provided, lunch provided on our all day trips. Wader rental and lodging available. Group/corporate outings. Open all year by appointment. Gift certificates available! Please call 1-800-882-1145 for rates. Licensed & insured.
Maury River Smallmouth, LLC
24 Musket Loop, Natural Bridge, Va 24578
(540) 632-3990 | mauryriversmallmouth.com
Providing kayak rental and paddler shuttle services on the Upper James River, from Iron Gate to Snowden, as well as the Maury River. Also provides fully outfitted kayak fishing guides on the Maury River, along with kayak rental and paddler shuttles.
Rock-On Charters
Owner: Captain Ken Trail
(540) 588-6628 | rockonchartersllc@gmail.com
rockoncharters.net
Team Rock-On fishes the James River from the head waters in Iron Gate, to Lynchburg. We are full service fishing guide, offering smallmouth and musky float and jet boat trips. We are a dedicated team of outdoorsman who thrives on sharing our knowledge, our passion, and our commitment to conservation. Come experience the James River with the most knowledgeable guides in the region!
Virginia River Guides, LLC
(208) 399-1888 | trips@virginiariverguides.com
virginiariverguides.com
Derek and Margaret Hutton own and operate Virginia River Guides. They have nearly two decades of experience outfitting, organizing and leading fly fishing excursions both domestically and abroad. The have the knowledge and experience you are looking for.
Virginia River Guides offers professionally guided trips on the James, Maury and Jackson rivers. Lodging is also available at the historic Stonegate Guesthouse in Lexington, VA.
Virginia Trophy Guides
(540) 613-0850 | muskyguides@gmail.com
virginiatrophyguides.com
Virginia Trophy Guides offers unique, professional fly fishing experiences to anglers of all skill levels.
OUTDOOR GEAR RETAILERS
Find quality outdoor gear at these local retailers:
H&H Outdoors
17573 Main Street, Buchanan, VA 24066
(540) 254-2420 | handhoutdoors@gmail.com
handhoutdoors.com
H & H Outdoors provides shuttle service for the Upper James River Water Trail or for Appalachian Trail hikers. They sell camping, hunting, and fishing supplies including live bait, tackle, and fishing licenses and camping gear. Dog supplies, firearms & ammo, and small propane bottles for camping are also available.
Journey Outdoors
172 W. Midland Trail, Lexington, VA 24450
(540) 461-8816 | JourneyOutLex.com
Locally owned and family operated retail store, specializing in recreational and fishing style kayaks, accessories and fishing gear.
Outdoor Trails
Botetourt Commons, 28 Kingston Drive, Daleville, VA 24083
(540) 992-5850 | www.outdoortrails.com
Outdoor Trails is a locally owned and operated outdoor gear and clothing specialist. Outdoor Trails has the knowledge and the passion to help you with all of your outdoor equipment and clothing needs. Whether you are planning a six-month thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail, a day hike in the National Forest, or an overnight canoe trip on the James River, Outdoor Trails has everything you need.
Walkabout Outfitter
21 South Main Street, Lexington, VA 24450
(540) 464-4453 | Lexington@walkaboutoutfitter.com
walkaboutoutfitter.com
Encourage happiness with Walkabout Outfitter! Everything you need to enjoy a night out on the town, a day hike, a month-long backpacking trip or a family adventure! Top brands of women’s & men’s clothing, packs, tents, sleeping bags, and footwear.
