Lyle Burlingame was an awesome guide for our day of fishing on the Merced in the Yosemite valley. My wife and I have never fly fished so before we ever got near the river, Lyle gave us a detailed hands on lesson on the techniques needed to fish in the parking lot. His teaching method was simple to follow with key thoughts on the mechanics of how to use the rod. Lyle is very passionate about fly fishing and teaching his craft to others. This becomes very clear through his stories about his previous teachers and other clients that he has guided in the past. Lyle is incredibly patient and professional. Any time my wife or I would struggle with any element of the fishing he would be right there with an encouraging word or suggestion on how we could improve. He had all of the necessary gear and equipment, including boots and waders that fit perfectly.  We had an amazing time and cannot recommend Lyle enough.

Run, don’t walk toward a flyfishing adventure with Lyle, a standout guide who knows and loves his stuff. He got my group—mixed ages and abilities—into gorgeous water and, as importantly, foregrounded our time together in teaching technique and skills to both newbies and the advanced fisherman among us. In this way Lyle is a genuine pro: he is an excellent teacher AND guide. His knowledge and enthusiasm are infectious. Highly recommend. I learned a ton and caught fish and can’t wait to get back out there with a rod!

Lyle was a great guide with a wonderful personality.  we had a great time learning to fly fish.