Joined in 2023
At Covert Creek Outfitting, we do things a little differently... We create adventure. We are your premier Catskill Mountain Fly Fishing & Wingshooting Outfitter. We have fun and relax, but we guarantee that we fish and hunt harder than the rest! We're traditional, with a twist! Come and see what makes us different...you won't be disappointed.
We bring like-minded people together through our passion for the sporting lifestyle. Located in the birthplace of American fly fishing and in a home to golden era ruffed grouse hunting, our region is full of tradition, beautiful trout streams, and upland bird habitat. Joe Heusinger, owner and outfitter of Covert Creek Outfitting, LLC, has been fly fishing and upland bird hunting for over 20 years! Going into his 8th season of guiding, he still maintains the mindset that what we do is about the experience. Fly fishing and grouse hunting the Catskills is not always easy, and that's the very reason we do it! Joe and his team welcome you to a region they hold close to the heart and look forward to being your premier fly fishing and wingshooting outfitter in New York's Catskill Mountain region!
We are here to teach, guide, and share our experiences with friends, new and old. Whether you are just getting started in fly fishing or the uplands, or you have years of experience, we look forward to creating your Catskill Mountain experience!
Located in the Western Catskill Mountain region, we are within 2 hours of New York City and only 1 hour from many popular Hudson Valley towns! Most of our fishing trips are based out of Roscoe, New York – “Trout Town, USA” – providing fast access to many of the region’s famed blue-ribbon streams! We have something to offer anglers of all skill levels and create your trip of a lifetime!
Our wingshooting and ruffed grouse hunting trips are based out of upper Delaware County and Schoharie County, and range across the Mohawk Valley region. We offer hunters a day in some of New York’s prime timber cuts and old orchards lined with stone walls; a true day in the New England grouse woods!
Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions! We look forward to creating your Catskill Mountain Adventure!
5.0
Based on 21 reviews
Steve
September 2024
VerifiedOur guide Jeff, was great. Very knowledgeable, and super helpful getting two novices out for an excellent half day of fly fishing.
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August 2024
VerifiedWe had a great time. Are completely new to fly fishing and we had a wonderful experience
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August 2024
VerifiedFantastic experience all around, from booking to the actual outing. I booked a morning flyfishing session with Covert during a family vacation to the Catskills. Joe was flexible on the timing leading up to booking as we watched weather and currents. Joe came prepared and ready and arrived early at the agreed meeting location - we fished up and down the river nearby (the Esopus). Would 100% book with Covert again and I’m excited to bring a few friends out next time to fish and also arrange a bird hunt.
Read morePaul G.
July 2024
VerifiedCovert Creek Fly Fishing delivered an unforgettable experience! Joe, our guide, was knowledgeable, patient, and truly passionate about the sport. We had a blast, caught some amazing fish, and learned a ton. Highly recommend!
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June 2024
VerifiedWe had a great day on the river with Covert Creek! Joe is an absolute pro and great teacher. He was extremely thorough and supportive as we were all new to fly fishing. However, all in our party agreed that we walked away with a ton of knowledge about the sport. I highly recommend Covert Creek to fly fisherman of all skill levels.
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June 2024
I had a great day fishing with Joe on some amazing Catskill water. Joe knows where to go and how to get away from the crowds if you are looking for that. He was professional, knowledgeable, instructional and informative. I would definitely fish with Joe again.
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