Wild Trout Safaris Testimonials

"I took Mike's beginning class 10 years ago, it was great. After that I took the advance class, and my life has never been the same. I've fished with Mike from Montana to New Mexico, from the Florida Keys to Alaska, from Baja Mexico to Figi. Everywhere we go we catch lots of fish. It is awesome! Be warned, if you take Mike's class your new fly fishing hobby could change your life."

I heard of Mike's fishing classes from a friend, so my son and I signed up to bond and have fun together.
He teaches the "Whys" and the "What-for's" of fly fishing principles. I did everything he taught. I tied my own flies, made my leader and used a home made rod that my son made me for Christmas several years ago and caught the "Pig from Hell" (Quote from Mike) the biggest fish of my life, 24.5 inch Brown.
It was "Real Fun"!!!!!

Thanks Mike
Jim

I loved the class!! Learning to Fly Fish has been one of my lifetime goals. Besides gaining the knowledge, I also gained friends and had a tremendous amount of fun! Those helping on the river were so patient and did not give up until every member of the class had caught a fish.
I landed 5 fish for my first time fishing! And had 4 on that got away.
I could not believe that I would actually be so successful! It got me so excited, I went fishing on my own the following weekend. I hope to take the class again soon!

Thanks!
Alissa

Wendy took this hog on a Mighty Lemon Head fishing the Henry's Fork with the Fall Advanced class 2004. Her husband Skip took this picture and won a Volcano Cooker from Doug Miller for being picture of the week. Yes, she put it back. 26 inches long and a fat 8lbs. She is now in the Extreme Class and has caught many other monsters, including 2 large Steelhead in 2008.

"I've been an occasional fly fisherman for the past few years, and my limited skill and knowledge has relied on hearsay and what I've learned from books or magazines. I learned about Mike's class form the Davis Community Education brochure, and I am glad that I took the initiative to sign up for his beginning class. Mike provides a total package, and teaches it in a way that anyone can understand. I now approach the river with a greater appreciation and respect for the great sport of fly fishing. With a little practice and study, the results will speak for themselves. Thanks Mike!!!"

Mat Tsukamoto

This is my first attempt at any type of fishing. I have really enjoyed the learning experience at our class. My husband and I are in the class together which I love as we have fun together. Last Saturday, we were so involved in fishing that it was 4pm before we realized that we hadn't had our lunch yet. We love it, it's GREAT!!!

Lucy

That pig and the smile that goes with it is my kitchen pass to get out on the river a lot more often. Mike has really been great teaching my son Chris for the past 3 years and this last trip to Montana has sealed my fishing future well into my old age. Three days on the Madison, the Ruby and the Beaverhead, Chris kicked my butt. More fish in the net and more fish on than his Dad could dream of. Don't worry though, it's all part of the plan, soon he will be tying on my flies, helping me across the river, getting me untangled to keep me in the water so that I have a good time. So it is written and so it evolves into one of lifes great pleasures with a Dad and his son. Thanks Navi!

John D. Haning
Assistant Principal
Davis High School

Ever since I was a kid I had always wanted to learn to flyfish. When my friends and I decided to take up fly fishing, we thought that we could figure it out on our own. We went to the Provo and Weber river countless times, and never caught a fish. After taking Navi's Spring Beginner class, I finally caught fish. On our class's second day on the river, I caught nineteen, the first double figures day I had ever had fishing . Not only am I more successful, Mike has shown me some great places to fish, like the Hams Fork and the Madison where I also caught amazing fish. My friends and I have learned through Mike and his helpers so many valuable things about fly fishing, that it would have taken years to learn them on our own. I have taken up a sport that I enjoy very much and will enjoy for years to come.
Thanks, Mike. Zake Snounou (AKA: Mo)

As a kid I always watched my Grandpa fly fish and he began teaching me the art of casting. I have always had a great love for the outdoors and especially fishing. Before taking the class I thought I had a pretty good knowledge of fishing but I was so wrong. Taking mikes class has given me the skills to really enjoy the art of fly fishing and more importantly catch fish. I have enjoyed the many friends and good times on our trips with the Extreme Class.
Shane

The beginning fly fishing class was a blast!   Everybody caught fish!!
The class is for everyone - no experience necessary. But even experienced anglers in our class were humbled by Mike's angling secrets.
Mike's enthusiasm was totally contagious! See you in another class!

   Thanks Mike!

   Katina

When the military brought us to Utah in 2002, my wife Heather and I decided to take up fly fishing. As avid backpackers, we thought it�d be �something to do� on our trips; now it�s become the reason for the trips. I was raised in Minnesota as a bait-caster; fly-fishing was intimidating. Mike�s beginner class taught us all the basics. By the end, we were tying our own flies and were both onto fish. After an Alaska trip and 6 combined Advanced & Extreme classes, Heather and I have learned it�s as much about the life-time friendships we developed in those classes as it was about the fishing. Although we�re always looking for new rivers to explore, we always fall back on Mike�s proven techniques.

David Sutter

One day my neighbor and I met with our snow blowers nose to nose on the front sidewalk and we said, "there ought to be more fun in life than this." So, a few days later when we saw the Davis Continuing Ed. Brochure. We decided that this Fly Fishing Course offered would be just the ticket for a couple of old widower guys in search of mild adventure. We enrolled and the next five Monday nights found us captive to Mike Navidomskis's demonstrative lectures and special techniques and strategies for catching trout. We practiced everything hands on casting, making knots, rigging gear, tying flys. Mike even had us thinking like trouts. At the end, we went two Saturdays in a row to put it all together on the River. We had a great time, made new friends, and CAUGHT FISH. We are continuing to learn and enjoy our new sport. We are even enjoying tying fly patterns, both known and of our own design.
RICHARD BURBIDGE

When my neighbor suggested we sigh up for A Fly Fishing Class, I thought why not. The classes taught me there was a lot more to learn about Fly Fishing than the worm fishing I was doing. The classes were great and informative. The best part of the class was getting out on the river. In the first five minutes I caught my first fish and later I caught my second fish. Pretty good for an old Geezer. I can't say enough about the hands on instruction from all of Mike's Helpers. They were great. I am looking forward to spending many hours on the rivers from now on.
DICK WHEELOCK

I've heard the guys at work talking about fly fishing. So I decided to take a class. My brother took the class at Davis High with Mike Navidomskis. I looked forward to class every Monday night. I couldn't wait for the 1st fishing trip. After fishing using the techniques I learned in class, I caught a 21" brown. I couldn't believe it. It was one of the funnest days of my life!!   Thanks Mike for the chance. Now when I retire, I won't always be hanging around the house with nothing to do. I'll be fishing.

               Barry Figgins
               Farmington, Utah

I enjoyed the class a lot more than I thought I would. I haven't really been interested in fishing at all and I got my first fishing license for this class. There is nothing like standing in the middle of a river. Thanks to you and your helpers. Max was so great and patient with me on the river. I look forward to catching a fish on a fly that I tied, and gaining more confidence in my fishing using the information you provided in the course.

Thanks Christi

I didn�t really know what to expect when my husband and I signed up for this class. We both wanted to learn more of the science behind fishing and deepen our love for the sport. Not only did these things happen, but my first fish on a fly pole was the biggest fish I�d ever caught. This class has been a lot of fun and has taught us how to go catching, not just �fishing.� Thanks mike for opening the door to a fun family hobby for years to come.

This class is awesome for anyone wanting to catch lots of fish. I joined the 2004 fall beginner class along with my Dad and Brother. It has really brought us closer together as a family and we have lots of fun. I can't remember my Dad laughing so much catching fish. It puts a huge smile on my face. The money spent was well worth it and I'll be back with my wife next time. I landed this monster Rainbow on my first trip with the intermediate 2004 winter class, with my flies and Mike's awesome ability to teach the art of fly fishing. A special thanks to Randy Palmer for referring the class to me.
Ralph D. Nelson

I just wanted to thank Mike, his helpers, and his Wildtrouts Fly Fishing School. I have been fly fishing a few times over the years with very little success. I caught more fish in one day with the school, than I have in the whole time I have been fly fishing.

Mike is patient and works with each student to make sure they really understand the basic Fly Fishing Techniques. I am looking forward to taking his advanced class.

JoAnn Brookins, Liberty, Utah.