Meet Our Guides
Keith (Kip) Lowrie
Keith (Kip) Lowrie owner/operator of Woodland Rivers is the head guide for local fly-fishing opportunities.
Kip has been guiding for over 25 years and also owns a commercial fly-tying company and Film/Photography company called KMF Productions. Kip will make sure that the novice, intermediate or advanced fly angler will enjoy their day on the water. “I bring a very patient approach to the art and science of fly-fishing and will try my hardest to give you the proper instruction and coaching if needed.” Kip is also the head instructor for casting lessons and/or clinics. Kip received a BGS degree from Oakland University in 2007 as well as a Minor in Biology with special interest in Aquatic Biology and he also holds a concentration in Film Aesthetics and History. Kip’s extensive education in Fisheries and Wildlife from both LSSU and MSU has given him insight into fish behavior, stream ecology and aquatic entomology. Kip is also bug certified through the CRWC (Clinton River Watershed Council) and enjoys teaching and educating his clients about reading water, proper technique and local aquatic entomology or ‘bug life.’
Patrick Moore
Pat Moore is one of Woodland Rivers head guides for trout, salmon and steelhead destination fly-fishing trips.
Pat Moore started fly fishing at eight years old when his father bought him an Eagle Claw glass fly rod for Christmas. Spending years with his father and brothers fishing private ranch water on the South Platte River in Colorado on summer vacations, he developed a deep passion for the sport. After leaving high school, Pat attended Colorado State University and studied fisheries biology under renowned professors Dr. Robert Behnki and Dr. Kurt Fausch During his time at CSU and for some time after, Pat had hands on experience understanding and improving trout habitat with the Colorado Division of Wildlife and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife service. Working with Key Fish Biologist such as Jeff Thomas and Ken Bovie This education and experience has served Pat’s clients well as he is able to provide a deep understanding of the environment, trout behavior and habitat protection. Pat started his professional fly fishing career as a guide for Gore Creek Fly Fisherman in Vail, Colorado in 1989. After a few years of learning the ropes, he took the leap to fly shop ownership with an Orvis dealership in Avon, Colorado. After deciding that he preferred the water to running a shop, Pat went back to guiding for Roy Palm at the Fryingpan Anglers in Basalt, CO. While guiding in Colorado, Pat received a call from friend Kelly Galloup who wanted to have him come and apply his experience in Northern Michigan. Pat had always wanted to get back closer to home and the large trout and salmon that live in the surrounding Northern Michigan rivers. Pat served as the head guide for Kelly Galloup at the Troutsman in Traverse City, Michigan for six years. At present, Pat is conveniently located in Grayling, MI and guides on the Upper Manistee and Ausable Rivers for trout, the Betsie for salmon and steelhead and a few other Michigan River systems. If you are looking for a professional experience start to finish with a wealth of knowledge to share, then Pat Moore is the Guide for you!
Craig Watters
Craig “Muddy” Watters came into this world with a fishing rod in his hand, grin on his face and fish running through his veins.
He was taught by his father and grandfather about the ettiquette and techniques necessary to be a respected angler. Born in Saginaw and growing up in Northern Michigan, he discovered that his first love was Mother Nature along with her natural wonders and beauty. No wonder his passion for fishing would later become his chosen profession. Muddy knew that he graduated as a guide when he realized that he received more enjoyment from teaching others to catch fish rather than doing the catching himself. Whether you are a young kid or an 80 year old adult, building dreams through the experience is ‘Muddy’s’ specialty. The outfiitters that he has guided for had recognized early in his career his natural gift of patience and his ability to teach novice fly anglers as well as advanced anglers the art and science of fishing. With 17 years of experience as a professional guide under his wading belt, he will not only get you into fish but will hook you into what he believes you came for; to decompress, share some good times and laughter. Muddy has been fortunate enough to work for sought out lodges and outfitters from Alaska down through the Rockies, along with his home state of Michigan. In his home waters, he preys upon the line streachin’ King salmon, steelhead along with micro midge sippin’ trout and everyfin’ in between. You may want to do your self a favor and give Craig a shot and fish with him in his home office, the pristine Michigan rivers…If you wish to fish, let’s hook up and recharge your soul!