Stories From The Water

Colorado is a haven for anglers, boasting various rivers and lakes teeming with fish. Its diverse landscapes offer both serene and challenging fishing experiences, catering to the preferences of every angler. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran with many catches or a beginner eager to cast your first line, Colorado’s Trout waters provide an ideal backdrop…

By Bill Dvorak Dvorak Expeditions Est. 1969 I first ran the “Gunny Gorge” in June 1982.  A friend, Tom Beck, who was the chief Black Bear Biologist for the Colorado Department of Wildlife, convinced me, and my buddy Randy to have a look at this incredible gorge.  Tom thought I should start…

I had the pleasure of attending John Fielder’s Gunnison Gorge Photography workshop this past May. Although the Gunnison Gorge is famously known for its gold medal fishing, this trip was oriented around the beauty of the Gunnison and improving your photographic eye with help from the world renown nature photographer John Fielder. We started our…

We all have that one friend who is absolutely obsessed with fly fishing? If you have never spent a day out fly fishing on the river you might think it is odd to be so invested in an outdoor sport. But we got some news for you. You’re missing out! Young or old, fly fishing…

The holidays are here again! Between holiday parties and powder days, finding the best outdoor gifts for every adventurer on your list can be a tricky thing to find. But don’t worry, we’ve got your back this year. We’ve put together a list of our favorite gifts for everyone who loves exploring the great outdoors….

Are you already thinking about where you’re going to go fishing once the snow melts? We don’t blame you, we’re always thinking ahead to the next season, and our fingers are just dying to get back out on the river, spend a day fishing and enjoying the great Colorado outdoors. Don’t get us wrong, a…

Get 40 hours of International Technical Rope Rescue: Technician Level training in Colorado. Learn the latest technology and research on rope rescue from around the world. Technical Rope Rescue is designed to meet the competencies in NFPA 1670 Standard for Technical Rescue Operations & Training for Technical Rescue Incidents for rope rescue. This course also…

The world’s best trout fishing destinations are right here in Colorado! Dvorak has exclusive trout fishing trips available to anyone who wants to experience Gold Medal trout waters and spend a day in tranquil harmony with your surroundings as you wait for rainbows, browns and cutthroats to bite. The Arkansas River is the latest to…

The 2015 has kicked off and we’re paddling out every day with kids, friends, families and lovers for great outdoor adventures on the rivers of Colorado, Utah, Idaho, Wyoming, Texas and beyond. We’ve got a little bit of everything for every level of paddler and every type of outdoor enthusiast. If you haven’t already planned…

Tips to fly fishing in low waters Our founder Bill Dvorak is an avid fly fisherman and will know exactly where to take you depending on the time of year your cast off. It’s no secret that the rivers are flowing a bit lower than usual, but there’s still plenty of fly fishing to be…