Tucson, Arizon

As a Tucson native I loved getting outside, experiencing nature, and especially fishing when I was younger. Fly fishing in the desert is not inaccessible, as it may seem, and I cannot wait to share my knowledge and passion with the local foster community!

Tucson, Arizona

A former Michigander, Jim did not really fish until an Air Force assignment placed in Hawthorne, Nevada. It was there the lure of fishing took place and has been there since. He had many fishing poles and several were fly rods. Jim took his interest in fishing to a new level and now builds custom fly rods for his international company. In addition, he continues to educate the next generation to enjoy the world of sport fishing that includes building spin cast fishing rods. Jim recently helped youth in the Boys & Girls Club in Tucson to build 21 rods. His “best buddy” is his son, Mark. He is looking forward as a mentor in the Tucson Mayfly Project.

Tucson, Arizona

A Connecticut native, Marcia has always enjoyed the outdoors. Athletic activities and enjoying working with others has led her into several different careers ( insurance sales, real estate appraisal, town assessor, special education) as well as different locations over the years winding up in Arizona in 2004. Marcia is a member of the Arizona Audubon and Trout Unlimited. Fly fishing is her most recent sport having taken it up at the age of 70. A guided trip in the San Juan River in New Mexico sealed her interest and she continues to improve her fishing proficiency. She looks forward to continue her work with children of all ages and working as a mentor in the Mayfly Project.

Tucson, Arizona

I am a senior in high school at Salpointe Catholic in Tucson Arizona. I run cross country and track and field. I love everything to do with the outdoors and fishing.

Tucson, Arizona

 Hi. I’m late to the fishing world, having started in my 60s. Every year there’s a month long trip to Colorado that I look forward to. Hiking and fishing some days; other days, fishing and hiking. Can’t say that I’ve reduced the fish population much (actually, always catch and release), but it is a heck of a lot of fun trying.

Tucson, Arizona

I love being outdoors! I did not grow up fishing. I began learning to fly fish in Colorado where we’ve spent time in the fall for the past 10 years. Standing knee deep in a river surrounded by aspens turning a deep gold gives me incredible joy! I think my fishing skills have slowly improved over the years and my appreciation and love of nature in all forms and environments has deepened. With my background in social work, I feel that being a mentor in the Mayfly Project is a perfect fit!

Tucson, Arizona

 Raised in Marana, Arizona I didn’t really grow up fishing. As a child, each summer I would go to the White Mountains or New Mexico with my neighbors. Those days were bait fishing for Trout, but I found it boring, so I would use a bobber with a fly attached. As I grew older, I fell in love with all aspects of flyfishing. One of the first people to be seen in the Pinetop area with a floattube. I believe the passion is not really knowing what is going on below the surface and being able to fool a fish into biting. My passion has led me to some amazing places. Whether that is Baja catching Roosters or Dorado on the fly or Bones in Hawaii, it is always so amazing. I am so excited to share my passion with the kids in the May Fly Project.