Our Team
"Our guides have dedicated their lives to fly-fishing and have been immersed in the fishery since childhood. When it comes to guides in the Caribbean, their skill and friendliness can vary widely. However, the guides in Guanaja guide with the philosophy of having fun. That's why our guests return not just for the fish in the flats but also for the friendships they've developed with the guides. Over time, everyone has grown together.
Fly Fishing Guides
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Rankin Coleman
Fly Fishing Guide
Rankin’s love for fishing began at a young age when he would go fishing for grunts and snapper with his grandfather. After spending some time in the military and working as a rafting guide on the mainland, he returned to his roots. Rankin has a natural ability to double haul further than most clients and his exceptional vision of the fishery helps him stay in tune with his surroundings.
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Deron Jackson
Fly Fishing Guide
Deron is the backbone of Fly Fish Guanaja. His composed and stealthy approach towards bonefish and permit is lethal. Deron unfailingly delivers wonderful fly fishing experiences to our guests in Guanaja, even in the most challenging conditions. He is a true seafarer, our finest mechanic, and an excellent problem solver. He has never had a bad day on the water, and if you get him to joke around, be prepared for some hilarious moments.
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Edwin Medina
Fly Fishing Guide
Edwin is a skilled fishing guide who has built a successful career out of helping anglers catch trophy bonefish and permit. From North East Bight, a small village on the North side of Guanaja with a population of just 30 people, fishing with Edwin is a unique and enriching experience that combines fishing with local culture. Edwin is a warm and friendly person who is highly regarded by everyone, except for the fish of Guanaja, as he is their worst nightmare.
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Pablo Jackson
Fly Fishing Guide
Pablo is the original guide for Fly Fish Guanaja and has been with us since the beginning. He has achieved several grand slams and is extremely knowledgeable about flats fishing in Guanaja. In addition to being an expert in flats fishing, Pablo is also a dedicated deep sea fisherman and can help you catch wahoo, grouper, tuna and more. He has even landed sailfish and hooked marlin from our flats boats, located just minutes outside the reef.
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Patrick Ebanks
Fly Fishing Guide
Patrick Ebanks is a fly fishing guide with a story of humble beginnings. He started as a supply runner for Fly Fish Guanaja, but quickly became a lodge fly-tier. His exceptional ability to tie perfect custom patterns has been instrumental in catching most of the fish for Fly Fish Guanaja for several years now. He has several seasons of experience guiding in Guanaja and a few out at Faraway Cayes. Patrick's calm demeanor and endless positive attitude make him a huge pleasure to fish with. The only downside is that they don't have four of him.
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Archie
Fly Fishing Guide
Archie and his family developed Dayton Caye at the Faraway Cayes, long before we arrived. It was a lobster and outpost camp for the Guanaja marine culture. Even during his childhood, when he visited the little island, Archie would always protect the large schools of bonefish and permit from netting and overfishing. The difficulties he faced in his previous career made being a fly-fishing guide seem like a piece of cake. Archie's enthusiasm and dedication to landing permit with anglers is priceless, and his sense of humor will keep you on your toes and laughing most of the day.
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Kendall Powery
Fly Fishing Guide
Kendall, like all locals, grew up on the water. He learned the roads of the flats and is tuned into the elusive movements on the flats. It is evident that Kendall is passionate about taking guests out on the water as he guides almost every day during the operating season. His impressive fish numbers are a testament to his skill and dedication. Kendall is always smiling, positive and you are guaranteed to have an exceptional day on the water.
Lodge Team
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Kaila
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Daisy
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Amalia
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Shonna
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Kenya
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Johanna
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Lorena
Leadership Team
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Steven Brown
Owner
He earned a Masters in English and taught programs with the Colorado College. His programs included reading and writing the rivers and oceans through hands on experiences backpacking throughout Central America. Several journeys through Central America during off seasons led him to the Bay islands of Honduras, saltwater fly-fishing.
Steve has also been a fly fishing guiding in Southeastern Colorado for over 20 years. His dream of starting a small, sustainable fly-fishing lodge came to fruition in the Spring of 2008. With a deep rooted passion for fly fishing and conservation he founded the non profit organization Fish For Change.
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Rebecca Brown
Coming from a fly fishing family, Rebecca’s love for the outdoors has been part of her life since she was little. She spent her childhood exploring the backcountry of Colorado.
Her commitment to conservation is inspiring and she is the glue that holds many diverse teams together. She is the Reservations Manager, Logistical Coordinator and Bookkeeper for multiple fly fishing companies in multiple countries. Her customer service and attention to logistical detailing is rare.
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Kendall Witt
Kendall, the manager of Fly Fish Guanaja, is originally from Colorado and currently resides full-time in Guanaja. With a background in the tourism industry, Kendall worked as a long-time fly fishing guide on the rivers of Colorado before moving to Guanaja and starting a family. His passion for people and fly fishing make him the perfect fit for his role as the manager of Fly Fish Guanaja.
Kendall's background in custom home building also makes him an asset to running a lodge in the Caribbean. His ability to relate to guests, answer their many requests, set up successful fishing adventures, and develop the property is truly a gift to the operation.
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Beckie Clarke
Beckie is an adventurous person who is passionate about maintaining a healthy lifestyle and introducing others to the world of fly fishing. She is dedicated to conservation and education, and fly fishing is both her hobby and profession. Sharing her love of fly fishing with others is what motivates her. Previously, Beckie worked as a fly fishing guide in Elk Valley, British Columbia for over 17 years and owned her own Guide Outfitting operation.
She recently retired from her career in Canada and now resides in Colorado, where she works with Fish For Change and Fly Fish Guanaja.
