Captain & NY State Guide ​Forrest Weyrauch

I am Captain and New York State guide, Forrest Weyrauch, a native of New York raised along ​the East Branch of the Delaware River. My upbringing was deeply rooted in the tranquil ​beauty of the Catskills Mountains, greatly influenced by my great grandfather, Buck, who ​was the very first individual to be granted a New York State guide license. It is a privilege to ​follow in his footsteps and honor his legacy. From a young age on, I immersed myself in ​fishing and hunting, developing a profound love for the sport that evolved into a true ​passion. Despite initially pursuing a career in construction that took me across fifteen ​states along the East Coast, contributing to a variety of projects ranging from bridges and ​highways to natural gas pipelines, my heart continued to yearn for the true thrill of the ​great outdoors. In 2015, at the age of 25, I made a pivotal decision to transition from ​construction to dedicate myself fully to my lifelong passions. By obtaining my New York ​State guide license, I then laid the groundwork for Rugged Pine Outfitters, an all-​encompassing outfitter situated along the Upper Delaware River system. Our focus lies in ​fly fishing for trout and smallmouth bass, spin fishing for walleye and striped bass, as ​well as waterfowl hunting, marking the completion of a life long dream . I am excited to ​share my enthusiasm for fishing ,hunting and nature with you. I extend a warm invitation to ​join me on an unforgettable adventure, where we can forge lasting memories while ​exploring the abundant waters and untamed wilderness of upstate New York together.

information on the services we offer.

Rugged Pine Outfitters provides a wide range of services, including but not limited to the following:

• Backwoods Creek and Mountain Stream Fishing: Experience fishing in the pristine, clear waters of ​the tributaries feeding into the upper Delaware system for wild brown, brook, and rainbow trout. ​Full-day trips are priced at $350 per person, while half-day trips are available for $225 per ​person.

• Drift Boat Trips: Drift along the upper Delaware River to seek out wild rainbow and brown trout, ​smallmouth and striped bass, walleye, musky, channel cats, and more. Full-day excursions for up ​to 2 people cost $450, with half-day options at $350.

• Pontoon Raft Trips: this trip offers a unique option to sneak through the shallow waters of ​smaller river areas like the Willowemoc, Beaver Kill, and Upper East Branch. This trip is limited to ​one angler, priced at $375 for a full day and $275 for a half day.

• River Wading Trips: Embark on an on foot adventure along the banks and gravel bars of the Upper ​Delaware River to fish for actively feeding trout and smallmouth bass. Full-day trips are $350 per ​person, while half-day trips are $250 per person.

• Early Season Goose Trips: Engage in goose hunting in fields, rivers, and marshes during the early ​fall season. This season offers higher than regular limits, and plug-less shotguns are permitted. ​Morning hunts lasting 4-5 hours are $250 per person, full-day hunts spanning 8-10 hours are $350 ​per person, and afternoon/evening hunts of 3-4 hours are $225 per person. these hunts ​accommodate a maximum of 6 people.

• Waterfowl Hunting Trips: Hunt for mallards, black and wood ducks, and more in the rivers, ​marshes, and cut corn fields. Morning hunts of 4 hours are $225 per person, full-day hunts of 8-10 ​hours are $375 per person, and afternoon/evening hunts of 3-4 hours are $225 per person.

What we provide

Rugged Pine prides itself on being an all-encompassing outfitter, offering ​all the essentials for your trip. This includes top-of-the-line fishing and ​hunting equipment, along with tackle and bait. Each excursion includes a ​cooler stocked with fresh ice for your convenience, as well as ​complimentary bottled water. For waterfowl hunts, shotgun rentals and ​ammunition are available for an additional fee.

What we ask you bring

On wading trips, we ask you to bring your own waders. For waterfowl ​hunts, we ask you to bring your own camo gear. For all trips, we also ​ask you to bring sunscreen and sunglasses, comfortable and ​appropriate footwear, sweatshirts, jackets, or raincoats as needed, ​your NY state fishing and/or hunting licenses, and any permits or ​stamps that are needed. Additionally, you are welcome to bring your ​own breakfast/lunch, snacks, and beverages, and most importantly, ​we ask you bring a fun and outgoing spirit for an amazing adventure.

CONTACT US :

Mobile: 570-229-2992

ruggedpineoutfitters607@gmail.com

Social media:

Rugged pine outfitters

Gallery