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Testimonials & Client Reviews

Hearing what our fishing clients have to say about us is important. There’s been a lot that has gone into creating our fishing brand and it has to start with client satisfaction. Simply said, we have to be better than our competition push the limits of perfection. Altogether, there’s a ton of responsibility that goes with being the leader. Further, as we continue to look for ways to better our service, it’s important that we ask for your feedback. Here are some of those stories and testimonials from Stott’s clients. Thanks for fishing with us, the Stott’s Fishing Team!

    
 
 
          David Gildersleeve  
 January 19, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A buddy and I enjoyed 3 days with Stotts fishing on the Clearwater river and the 30-30 lodge…it was epic and spectacular. In our world small town hospitality and professional fishing guides are always the best. And the Stotts fishing team delivered far beyond our expectations. Being a person who typically enjoys 15-20 guided steelhead trips in the Northwest a year I’ve gained expectations of hard working guides service, respect to the fishery for sustainability and was impressed with the 3 different guides who had varying experience of 3 years, 20+, and 30+years. All worked hard searching out the best hole to try our luck! And we found fish each and every time. And to top it off we throughly enjoyed the 3 nights southern hospitality with great food and comfortable lodging provided at the 30-30 lodge by Lisa, Blaze, Mel and another Lisa. The food was great, with different menus, and flexible in the way it was delivered for preference with personal choice of diet.
The best compliment is that we will come back with no hesitation.
Thank you Stotts fishing and the 30-30 lodge for a very memorable fishing extravaganza,
Thank you for the whole experience!
Dave Gildersleeve
  
 
         Michael Liebig  
 December 14, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My brother and I spent 3 nights with 2 days of fishing. The entire experience was great. Wonderful, accommodating, friendly, knowledgeable people.
  
 
         Brad Tiffany  
 November 26, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We fished with Jeremy on the Clearwater river for 2 days.  You couldn’t ask for a better guide.  This was my first time fishing for Steelhead.  Jeremy was so knowledgeable.  We stayed at the 3030 Lodge.  The accommodations were top notch.  Mel and family were so hospitable.  We are definitely returning again.  I highly recommend them to everyone.
  
 
         Clint olson  
 November 14, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had the opportunity to fish with captain Jeremy today. I was really pleased by his character and knowledge. He was easy to get along with and we had a great day. I'm looking forward to booking a trip for buoy 10 this August with him.
  
 
         Jason carter  
 August 31, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had an awesome day today with Jaden as our guide. Despite the 100 degree temp, still landed 4 sturgeon and one being 6 foot 7. What a professional, laid back guide that kept us up and goin all day. Highly recommend him and Stotts Fishing. See ya guys next spring!
  
 
         Gary Davidson  
 August 2, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fished with Tom two days in the Hell’s Canyon area in July. Although I understand that this is not a prime time for sturgeon, we had a great trip. Tom is very personable, knowledgeable and he clearly worked hard to put us on fish. We ended our trip with an 8 foot sturgeon. I’d highly recommend.
  
 
         Karen Lyons  
 May 31, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. On the water at 5 am, 4 salmon on board by 6:51 am. What a fun trip with Stormy & Greg!
  
 
         Jeff Tanksley  
 April 25, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My trip with Stotts was nothing short of incredible.  I started with a day on the Snake River fishing with Tom.  This was my first time sturgeon fishing and I could not have had a better guide than Tom.  We hit the water early and after a short time, we hooked a sturgeon.  I did some research on sturgeon fishing ahead of time and thought I had an idea of what to expect.  I was wrong!  You truly don't understand the power of these fish until you are trying to land one.  It was only because of Tom's guidance, advice, and help that I was able to land my first fish.  I was physically exhausted afterwards and we took a break to have a great lunch and share some laughs.  In my mind, I wanted to catch another one, but my body was having second thoughts.  I was able to get a second sturgeon, but only with Tom's help.  Tom, I can't thank you enough for helping me experience catching these incredible fish.
The following day, I met Stormy on the Clearwater River to fish for steelhead.  My goal was to catch a new personal best.  Literally the first fish of the morning was a personal best of 38in..  Goal achieved!  We caught more fish through the morning and then took a break for some great burgers and conversation.  In the afternoon, we continued to catch fish until it was time to wrap things up.  Stormy was another awesome Stotts guide and host and the steelhead fishing on the Clearwater did not disappoint.  Stormy, thanks for a great day.
Lastly, dealing with Lisa to get my trip booked was so easy.  She was super kind and helpful in getting everything arranged.  My trip with the Stotts fishing family was exactly what I would hope for from every guide service.  I can't wait to make the return for another trip.
  
 
         Vern L  
 November 7, 2023
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great fishing trip my wife and I went fishing on snake river with Stormy thru Stotts, caught a great Sturgeon, it was 118" long. The guide worked hard, great guy great boat handler. Thanks!
  
 
  
  
 
 
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Great Service

“I have been fishing with the Stott’s Crew for the last three years. And, I have brought groups from many different parts of the Northwest during that time. Undoubtedly, each and every time is a new adventure whether you have fished with the Stott’s crew many times like I have or its your first time. You will come away with memories and experiences that will last a lifetime. Being in sales and customer service it becomes easy to recognize good customer service or when someone goes above and beyond. What is truly aspiring to me is that each and every time regardless of how many times you have been with the Stott’s Crew it’s the same great service. Over the years it has evolved to where I once brought groups and introduced them to the Stott’s experience.

World Class Fun

Today, those groups are now bringing their own groups and are sharing in the same adventures as we once did our first time. With the hustle and bustle of today’s world, unquestionably it is nice to know there still is a place that you can go and experience picturesque scenery, receive unbelievable service, partake in great BBQ lunches on a sandy beach, and catch some of the most majestic fish in the United States. When describing what it is like to someone who has never had the opportunity to experience what the Stott’s team offers. I often say it’s like Disneyland for adults the adventures are for a lifetime and it truly is more than fishing. The greatest thing of all in my opinion is the business is family ran and they truly do treat their guests as family. It is without reservation I highly recommend the Stott’s Team to anyone regardless of their fishing experience.”

Jason Henderson
Washington

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Fishing with Family

“We come 4-5 Times A Winter! I have taken my crew fishing with Stotts Fishing Adventures 4-5 times a winter in chase of the elusive monster Clearwater Steelies. I have done this for 4 years now and to say that I am completely satisfied is an understatement! As a matter of fact, when we fish with the Stottlemyre’s we are greeted and treated as true friends and go home with a sense of sadness….the same as you would feel when you are leaving on a trip from a dear family member that you know you wont see for a while .

Testimonial – Work hard, Play hard

There have been several times in the past that I have brought “new recruits” to fish with us, they leave totally amazed in the way they were treated and how stellar the Stott’s crew was at putting us on the fish.

My guys and I work very hard in a very fast paced construction industry but when we play, we play hard and the Stotts are the only Team we want to do it with.

Thanks Mel Sr. and Jr. for always providing us a net full of memories of fish every time we come to play!!”

Terry Barnes
President
CORE DEVELOPMENT

“We fished two days in December and had a great time! First class all the way!”

Steve Lynch
Pro-Cure Bait and Scents

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“I had a fantastic day trip with Stott’s. Our guide was Shane Reynolds. He knew the river like no ones business. Also, very knowledgeable and friendly. Surprisingly, He also knew how to cook up some great hamburgers for lunch. That was a special treat, having a hot lunch and a cold rainy day. This was worth every minute of the 6 hour drive to get there. I can’t wait to do it again. Next time, it will be at least 2 days on the river!! Thank you again for a great time!”

Matthew O.
Orofino, Idaho

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“I have only great things to say about Stotts. I have altogether been an avid fisherman since 8 years old. Mel and his crews really know what they are doing and how to catch steelhead. Their gear is top notch, boats too. And, the onshore lunches make you salivate. Most of all, Mel will put you on fish. He really knows the Clearwater and puts you in the best possible position to land a big one. This will be my 3rd year and hopefully many thereafter.”

Robert Williams
Las Vegas, Nevada

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“Best time ever on a guided fishing trip. Stormy and Justin were great to work with, very knowledgeable and fun. This is a top notch guide service that I will continue to use. Good food, great boat and most importantly….. A GREAT TIME. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for the perfect fishing experience.”

Steve Sosnowski
Boise, Idaho

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Fishing with Stott’s Fishing Adventures is an absolute riot. Guides are great people and very knowledgeable, boats are clean and great to fish out of. I have never been with a group that works harder than the competitive guide at Stott’s. I bring customers, friends and family fishing with them and will be fishing with them for many years in the future. And…. We love Lisa’s brownies!”

Dan Condon
Service Manager
Liberty Lake, Wa

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“My wife’s cousins booked a trip with your guide Stormy out of Orofino on the 25th of January 2017. They asked me to go along. I have fished with several Guides in the area and they had asked if I had fished with your company, I told them that I hadn’t but everyone I asked about you had very good things to say about your service and your guides. We put in at Pinkhouse and consequently, that morning I talked to Jason Schultz and Toby Wyatt was there too. They both said Stormy was a good fisherman and they were right we had a great trip and caught more fish and larger fish than I have ever caught on any guided trip.

Proud Clients

Indeed, you can be proud of the way Stormy represents your company and the way his professional approach to taking care of his clients. thanks so much for such a fabulous fishing trip on the beautiful Clearwater River.”