Medford, Oregon Project

I love the out-of-doors and I have been fishing since age 8. I also love backpacking!
I was a leader in the Boy Scouts of America and led raft trips during college. I was a day camp director during my Master’s Program and I hold a degree in Recreation Administration. I am currently a Master Gardener and teach gardening through Oregon State University Extension. I was a group leader in a children’s summer gardening program in Jackson County, Oregon.
I have been interested in learning to fly fish for a long time and now I am taking advantage (after retiring) of fly fishing opportunities. Looking forward to helping foster kids gain an appreciation for the out-of-doors, and gain self-confidence.

I am a Native of Oregon I was introduced to fly fishing and fish conservation at a very young age. I have had a fishing rod in my hand since I could walk.
Now days 99% of my time is spent doing various forms of fly fishing from dry flys to fishing with a spey rod!

I am a Medford, OR native. I have been fishing lakes and rivers for most of my life. I grew up with a passion for the outdoors. Camping, fishing and hiking, it’s part of who I am. When my husband and I met over 33 years ago, he introduced me to fly fishing and I fell in love with it! The art of it, the tranquility and the challenge bring me such joy and I am excited to share that experience with a new generation.

Born in California, moved to Southern Oregon in 1988
after serving 20 years in the United States Coast Guard. Took up Fly Fishing in 2013 after joining the Southern Oregon Fly Fishers. I also mentor with Project Healing Waters and Oregon States Anglers Education

I grew up on the North Umpqua River and always had an itch to catch fish and be at the river any chance I could. I love fly fishing because it makes me slow down and takes me to some really beautiful places. I also enjoy tying my own flies and seeing if they actually work, which is always the best part. Any chance I get, I’m fishing, camping, or out exploring with my family and our dogs.

Justin is a self-taught Southern Oregon fly fisherman of over 30 years. The evasive pursuit of mastery, lessons in humility and patience, and immersion into nature, drive his inexhaustible passion for the art. He and his partner Amanda have traveled across America, the Pacific, and the Atlantic in pursuit of as many species of fish as they can, both big and small. Growing up in an at home daycare and raised by two youth leaders, Justin is no stranger to large groups of fun-having kids. After decades of fly fishing, he finds joy and reward in sharing in other’s learning, growth, and first fishing experiences. The Mayfly Project offers the perfect opportunity to share that background and a positive experience with foster children.

Amanda has lived in the beautiful Rogue Valley since the early 90’s. She can recall her first fascination with fish while playing in creeks as a kid, collecting bugs and playing with frogs. Its no wonder she fell in love with fly fishing when her spouse introduced her to it. Together, they have traveled far in search of the next bucket list fishing adventure! During her time of volunteering with The Mayfly Project, Amanda desires to share her knowledge with the kids in hopes they will get to experience the outdoors in the same special way that only fly fishing can provide.