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Check below for information on Shenandoah River conditions, what the bass and musky have been up to, activities for your time in town (not on the river) and/or tips and tricks to help you be a more successful and well rounded angler.

I am by no means an author, but I think you will find I get my point(s) across just fine.

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Red Beard Outdoors Podcast

I sat down (virtually) with my buddy Johnathan and talked about how I got here. https://youtu.be/n1Ub9KjVj4M?si=xW8tNGpxmHCnmQjl

rivergoatoutfitter8

Jul 11 min read

Now Offering Scenic Float Trips on the Shenandoah River!

That's right! With the recent acquisition of Ashby Gap Adventures I have added offerings for half- and full-day scenic float trips on the Shenandoah River around Front Royal, VA for up to 6 people. Pricing starts at $425. Shenandoah River otter enjoying a sunfish on a rock You can expect a laid back float in a 15' whitewater raft with high backed swiveling chairs where you can take in the scenery, soak your feet, watch for wildlife or enjoy the colors in the fall as the leave

rivergoatoutfitter8

Apr 161 min read

Giving Back

Every once in a while you get the opportunity to give back. That can look like a number of things depending on your situation and skills/resources to offer. In this case, I was invited to New Mexico to help a buddy of mine out with a veteran's fly fishing trip he hosts annually on the San Juan River. The efforts/contributions made by the donors and volunteers was nothing short of amazing. The group of veterans came out from Arizona and included a wide range of ages and backgr

rivergoatoutfitter8

Mar 293 min read

New Beginnings, Same Foundation

I started 2026 with a bright outlook on guiding the Shenandoah River and another year of hard work and growth continuing to build Rivergoat Outfitters, LLC. SO, here I am wrapping up the first quarter of the year and that outlook has gotten brighter. The last 3 months have provided learning moments on and off the water and a couple huge opportunities for growth. Both opportunities are on or around the water, guiding and service. One opportunity is guiding part time for anoth

rivergoatoutfitter8

Mar 293 min read

Musky School 2026

Game changer fly with Chocklett Factory support discs and Ahrex Blane Chocklett game changer hooks Similar to the smallmouth masterclass I attended in March of 2025, Blane Chocklett co-hosted a musky school with Mad River Outfitters (Josh and Rob) that was supported by Virginia Trophy Guides. Over a 5 day period we sat down to learn about some of the most effective methods for targeting river musky on the fly, casting techniques (and practice), tying a hybrid changer with som

rivergoatoutfitter8

Feb 16 min read