As fishing guides, we do everything in our power to put you on fish—reading the water, watching conditions, choosing the right flies, and working every angle we can. But out here, nature has the final say. Weather changes, water moves, and sometimes the fish just don’t play along.
We’re guides, not gods, and while we can’t control every variable, we promise skill, effort, honesty, and the best experience the water can offer on any given day.
Ian Silver - Founder
Before founding Dirty Verde Outfitters, Ian Silver cut his teeth in the muddy swamps and winding rivers of Louisiana — chasing Redfish, Gar, and Bass in some of the wildest waters the South has to offer. That grit and deep water sense stayed with him when he brought his passion west to Arizona, where he blended his bayou roots with desert waters to create something unique.
A versatile angler through and through, Ian brings decades of experience to every trip — whether it's stalking trout in mountain creeks, flipping jigs for bass, or crafting the perfect content piece for Dirty Verde Outfitters fast-growing online presence. As the visionary behind the brand, Ian’s as comfortable behind a camera as he is behind a rod and reel. turning big fish and wild places into unforgettable stories.
Cody Thompson
Fly fishing guide and gear specialist with a strong background in both trout and bass fishing. With years of experience on rivers, creeks, and warm-water fisheries across the Southwest, Cody is equally at home targeting trout in clear canyon streams or chasing bass with streamers and topwater flies. His versatility as an angler allows him to tailor trips and instruction to a wide range of fisheries and conditions.
Cody is known for his patient, approachable teaching style and his deep understanding of gear, fly selection, and presentation. Whether guiding walk-and-wade trout trips, helping anglers dial in bass tactics, or fine-tuning setups for different species, his focus is always on building confidence and creating memorable days on the water. Above all, Cody’s goal is to help people become better anglers while enjoying the experience and the places they fish.
Jack McCauley
Fly fishing guide who specializes exclusively in small creeks, rivers, and streams throughout Northern Arizona. With a keen sense of the water and an intimate understanding of how fish move through changing flows, seasons, and structure, Jack excels at finding fish in overlooked runs, pocket water, and tight canyon stretches.
His guiding style emphasizes stealth, precise presentation, and thoughtful fly selection—skills that are essential for success on smaller waters. Jack is especially adept at reading subtle currents, seams, and holding lies, helping anglers slow down and fish with intention. Whether introducing someone to small-stream fly fishing or refining advanced techniques, he focuses on building awareness, confidence, and a deeper connection to the water.
Jack’s goal is simple: to provide authentic, skill-driven fly fishing experiences that highlight the beauty and challenge of Northern Arizona’s small waters while helping anglers grow as thoughtful, capable fly fishers.
Jaime Pinto
Fly fishing guide with a sharp eye for water, rhythm, and opportunity across Northern Arizona’s rim country creeks, rivers, and streams.
Jaime’s deep passion for the sport goes beyond trout—he’s also a master of canal carp fishing, blending finesse, patience, and aggressive technique in equal measure.
In 2025, Jaime’s canal carp skills culminated in a standout victory at the Valley of the Sun Carp Rally, hosted by the AZ Fly Shop, where his team landed the largest carp of the event against stiff competition and challenging conditions. AZ Fly Shop His reputation for reading water, timing difficult shots, and thriving on technical rigs has made him a sought-after mentor for anglers wanting to push their limits.
Jaime’s guiding philosophy centers on understanding the story of the water—how currents shift, how fish behave in different seams, and how to make each cast count. He’s a double-haul enthusiast, blending aggressive mending and line control with subtle presentations that get results in both trout streams and tricky canal zones.
Whether you’re stepping into small mountain runs or stalking carp in urban waters, Jaime brings clarity, confidence, and excitement to every day on the water.
Collin Clendenin
Flagstaff-based fly fishing guide and gear specialist with a broad, well-rounded background fishing waters across the Southwest and beyond. His experience spans everything from crappie fisheries in Texas to trout streams in Colorado, as well as catfish and trout waters throughout Arizona—giving him a deep, practical understanding of multiple species, techniques, and environments.
As Northern Arizona’s fly fishing guide and gear resource, Colin brings a detail-oriented, solution-focused approach to both fishing and outfitting anglers correctly. His time working at Sportsman’s Warehouse in Flagstaff has given him extensive hands-on knowledge of rods, reels, lines, waders, and fly selection, allowing him to confidently dial in setups tailored to each angler and fishery.
Colin is known for his approachable teaching style, strong fundamentals, and ability to adapt to different skill levels and conditions. Whether guiding on local waters, helping anglers transition between species, or ensuring they’re equipped with the right gear for success, Colin’s focus is always on building confidence, competence, and a lasting appreciation for fly fishing in Northern Arizona.