Fishing For All
Fishing For All LLC is a full-service fishing education and guide service, operating all across Minnesota and Wisconsin. Our expert guide team fishes in all 4 seasons for all species using all techniques. Yes, you read that right.
We enjoy working with anglers of all ages, backgrounds, and experience levels. We also offer classes and hosted travel fishing trips to grow your angling skills and our angling community.
When you fish with Fishing For All, we want you to end the trip feeling like you’ve learned something new. Fishing- be it fly, spin, or ice- is something which can never be mastered, and that’s why we love it so much! And Minnesota has no shortage of places to fish or species to catch. We take pride in being able to teach people about so many different fishing techniques, guide on so many different waters, and target so many different species.
We aren’t the run of the mill “trophy chasers” Minnesota fishing guide service, we’re more like “fishing coaches.” Yes, we could catch big fish on our trips, but we don’t let our egos get in the way of having a fun time on the water. At the end of the day, we believe any fish is a good one when you have a deeper understanding of their ecosystem and how to catch them.
Our Minnesota fishing guides bring growth-mindsets, excitement, patience, and humor with them on the water. So, whether it’s your first time fishing, or you’ve been fishing for decades and want to try something new, we strive to make your time fishing with us an enriching experience.
We are fully insured and licensed to run guided fishing trips on the St. Croix & Mississippi Rivers, Driftless region trout streams in Minnesota and Wisconsin, the Bois Brule River in northern Wisconsin, and many waterbodies around downtown Minneapolis-St. Paul.
To show how much we appreciate all of our clients, we will always talk about your goals for the trip and set realistic expectations, take you to the best fishing spots based on the current conditions, teach you everything we can to attain your goal, and always serve you freshly cooked-delicious food (no cold/soggy sandwiches!)
Let’s get you on the water to create your new favorite fishing story!
Meet Our Team
Evan Griggs– Owner & Head Guide
I’m so excited to be going on my 14th year of guiding and 20+ years of fly fishing! Growing up, I started fishing in Minneapolis and the MN/WI Driftless Area. When I was ten years old, I remember watching my dad fly fish on local stream and suddenly realized, “I’ve been watching him do this for years, and he’s never caught a fish!” At that point I was determined to catch a trout on a fly. I taught myself how to cast in the front yard, cut my teeth catching sunfish on the city lakes, and practiced reading water on the neighborhood creek. It took three years, but I finally caught my first trout on a dry fly! From that moment on, fly fishing quickly became my passion. When I was 13, I made up my mind that my passion was someday going to be my profession. Right after my high school graduation, I became a trout bum and went to guide in Montana. I eventually completed my bachelor’s degree in Outdoor Education at Black Hills State University. Other places I’ve guided are western North Carolina and the Black Hills of South Dakota. Eventually the northern rivers, lakes and woods of Minnesota called my wife and I home. Over the years I’ve also been an outdoor educator and a special education teacher. My favorite species to target with a fly rod are smallmouth bass and carp. I believe fishing and guiding should be fun, educational, and inclusive. There’s plenty of guides and retail shops out there, as well as programs for people to first try-out fishing. But there wasn’t a great way for people to keep learning more about it after taking the intro course or buying their 1st fishing rod. I started Fishing for All to fill a gap in our fishing community- to TEACH fishing, GROW a community of anglers, and ADVOCATE for our home waters. We are so excited to fish with you!
Hiroto Hayashi – Web, Marketing, & Operations Specialist
I was born and raised in Colorado where I spent my time recreating in the Rocky Mountains. There, I learned to fish with my dad while our family camped and hiked among the pine woods. I hopped around pursuing college degrees in Colorado and South Dakota (photography, environmental studies, business) and experienced life while living out of a van. Eventually, I spent the time and graduated Fall 2021 from Black Hills State University in Spearfish, SD. There, I majored in English and minored in Outdoor Education and Professional Writing. I chose my mix of courses to help provide people an experience of the outdoors through in-person events or vicariously through writing and photography. My true love has always been fishing, and I want to help guide people to their “wow” moment that takes them from curious to full-on angler.
Bob Bickford- Fly Fishing Guide & Instructor
I’ve been guiding the popular rivers in Minnesota and Wisconsin for Trout, Bass, and Muskies for 24 years and was among the first to offer drift boat float trips on the St.Croix back in 2000 via my company St. Croix Valley Adventures. I’m really excited to be in the band with Evan and the rest of the gang at “ Fishing for All “ as they bring youth, enthusiasm, and fun while providing both an educational and quality experience for “All” anglers.
Ashley White – Fly Fishing Guide & Camp Host
Born and bred in the Midwest. I found a love for the outdoors early in my career while working as a guide and camp counselor for over night camps and city programs. Each year I select a new hobby to continue learning and growing in an experiential way. Seven years ago I decided to spice things up and take a fly-tying lesson and that was the night that set off a chain of events that would ruin my life. By ruin, I actually mean help me feel welcomed in my new home and find a passion to pursue for the rest of my life. I enjoy fishing all over the Midwest with dreams fishing international waters. I believe the river is one of the best places to build a relationship. I hope to inspire a new generation of diverse anglers to enter the sport and wish to remove barriers for anyone who has a desire to learn.
Aaron Grondin – Fly Fishing Guide & Chef Extraordinaire
Aaron Grondin has always been involved with fishing and customer service in one way or another. Prior to moving to the Minneapolis area, Aaron worked as the head guide at the Orvis-Endorsed Aniak River Lodge in Alaska, did a stint in Hawaii as a chef at a major hotel chain, and even worked on commercial fishing boats in high school. These days, Aaron is focused on making his customers’ on-the-water experience the best it can be. As he puts it, “I love to share my knowledge of fly fishing and time on the water with our customers, so their time on the water is the best possible.”
Nikki Fischer – Fly Fishing Guide & Camp Logistics Specialist
Just a regular explorer fueled by fresh air and new challenges. Based in Minneapolis and already chasing river currents, I’m hooked on building memorable outdoor experiences for anyone curious—friends, family, strangers (soon-to-be friends)—and learning along the way.
I may be new to fly fishing, but I’m all in: soaking up tips from fellow anglers, practicing casts in parks, and celebrating those early “first fish” moments (even if they’re small!). I believe in supporting others on their journey—whether it’s sharing what I’ve learned, joining a fly fishing meetup, or swapping stories under open skies.
If you’re looking for someone who’s enthusiastic, always ready to help, and eager to grow alongside this welcoming fly‑fishing family, I’m your person.
Ben Neitge – Fly Fishing Guide & Community Events Planner
Ben has been fishing on Minnesota lakes since he was four years old—if there was water nearby, he was out there with a rod in hand. Growing up, weekends at the cabin usually meant bass fishing from dawn to dusk. In college, he became the “fishing guy” at a summer camp in Wisconsin, leading day trips and a week-long fish camps each summer. That’s where he really sharpened his patience and teaching skills (and got very good at untangling Zebcos and tangled mono.)
After college, Ben split his time fishing between the BWCA and the Twin Cities lakes and rivers via canoe before finally giving fly fishing a try in 2016. A class at Bob Mitchell’s with Evan Griggs got him fully hooked, and he hasn’t looked back. These days, his favorite species to chase are native brook trout—whether in the Driftless or along the North Shore—but he’s also happy casting to bass, smallmouth, carp, pike, walleye, and panfish. (In his words: it’s hard to beat a bluegill on a 2-weight fly rod.)
At Fishing For All, Ben helps with classes, clinics, events, and guide trips—including ice fishing programs in the winter. His goal is simple: make sure people leave the day having learned something new and with a smile on their face. When not fishing, Ben works as the events coordinator at Forgotten Star Brewing Co. He is supported at home in St. Paul by his two cats Norman and Jax.
Adam Waldron – Fly Fishing Guide & Instructor
Adam Waldron is a Minneapolis-based fly fishing guide specializing in carp, smallmouth bass, and trout. A Marine Corps veteran, husband, and father, Adam brings patience, discipline, and a deep respect for the outdoors to every trip. He first picked up a fly rod in high school, but has spent the last seven years pursuing the sport with passion and precision.
Adam’s guiding philosophy centers on building a strong foundation in the basics while gradually introducing advanced techniques, making his trips both approachable for beginners and rewarding for seasoned anglers. While his favorite Minnesota targets are smallmouth bass and carp, his experience stretches far beyond local waters. He has chased trout through the Driftless, Rockies, and Appalachians, and pursued saltwater species like tarpon, snook, bonefish, striped bass, and corbina across the U.S. and abroad.
Whether you’re looking for your first carp on the fly or refining your skills for technical smallmouth fishing, Adam combines years of experience with a teacher’s mindset to help you connect with the fish—and the water—in a meaningful way.
Dan Belden – Fishing Instructor
Born and raised on the Fox River in Waterford, Wisconsin, I fell in love with fishing at an early age. My passion for nature is endless and I spent much of my childhood with a pair of binoculars around my neck and reading field guides cover to cover. Hunting and fishing all over Wisconsin with family and friends I became obsessed with exploring remote places and putting on miles by foot and by canoe. I moved to the Twin Cities in 2006 and grew to love bank fishing our big rivers for whatever’s biting and ice fishing lake trout in the Boundary Waters. I graduated from U of M with a bachelor’s in Fisheries & Wildlife, and have worked a wide variety of fun jobs including as a deckhand on a halibut charter boat in Homer, Alaska, kayak guide in Wabasha, MN, canoe builder, outdoor retailer, and archivist at the Bell Museum. I now do most of my fishing on White Bear Lake with my two young daughters, catching bluegills off the dock and through the ice. Working at Fishing 4 All has brought me incredible joy as an angling instructor with youth groups and those totally new to fishing and eager to learn more. I love the feeling that I may be introducing people to their own love of the outdoors!
Liam Ireland – Guide & Fishing Instructor
Born and raised in Maine, I grew up hunting and fishing from a very young age. From fly fishing in northern waters for native trout and salmon to surf fishing the salt for striped bass, Ice fishing takes up my winter months as I love chasing anything from lake trout to panfish. I am super excited to be here in Minnesota. I love spending time on the water here and have learned new ways while applying techniques from back home. I just recently graduated from UMass Lowell, where I studied business and played soccer. I am finishing up graduate classes here at St Thomas in Saint Paul. I love sharing my passion for the outdoors with folks, whether it’s their first time on the water or they’re experienced fishermen. I will always do my best to share a great experience, get on some fish, laugh, and enjoy the great outdoors together!
Cody Kutil – Fly Fishing Guide & Instructor
Born in Wisconsin and now living in Minneapolis, Cody Kutil is a lifelong Midwesterner and lucky to call the Driftless his home water. He got his start in fly fishing five years ago at the Fishing For All Trout Camp, and has been hooked ever since.
He mainly chases trout, smallmouth, carp, and panfish but loves the challenge and variety all of midwestern fisheries have to offer. Cody is also a prolific fly tier who loves experimenting with new patterns, materials, and techniques.
When he’s not on the water or at the vise, you can usually find Cody working at Thorne Brothers Fly Fishing in Blaine, MN, or out flying drones for his day job.
Joe Christopher – Fly Fishing Guide & Instructor
Joe Christopher discovered fly fishing on a trout trip with friends, fishing conventional ultralight gear and rooster tails until a buddy handed him a fly rod and changed everything. Watching the mechanics, rhythm, and intention behind each cast flipped a switch. What started as curiosity quickly became part of his identity.
Mentored early by Scott Simons, Joe developed a patient, technical approach that blends preparation with instinct. Whether chasing smallmouth and musky or tying patterns for specific conditions, he brings focus and purpose to every day on the water. Joe is passionate about making fly fishing feel accessible and welcoming, inspiring others to step into the river and find their own connection to it.
Sarah Sanford – Fly Fishing Guide & Instructor
My heart has been in fishing since my big brother and I rode our first bikes to the great Missouri River in Iowa. Rivers and oxbows around those parts are like Forrest Gump’s box of chocolates. “You never know what you’re gonna get.”
I have spent more discerning decades seeking the sweet treats of trout, steelhead and smallmouth bass. I have indulged in fine fishing from NC to BC, and from NM to MN.
I want to share the sense of wonder these creatures inspire and show you the beautiful places these fish live right here in the midwest. We can slow down and savor a day on the water in search of trout or bass, on foot or in one of my boats.
Connecting with a fish can be as addictive as chocolate, but I feel that just spending some time outdoors is as essential as water. Treat yourself!
Ted Hansen – Fly Fishing Guide, Instructor, and Artist
Ted Hansen has been fly fishing for over 35 years but still approaches every outing with a beginner’s enthusiasm. He grew up in Dillon, MT and learned to fish on the Beaverhead river and countless backcountry streams and lakes. He’s been in Minnesota since 1997 and loves chasing the incredible variety of species our region has to offer, but has a soft spot for “rough” fish. Ted is also an artist specializing in fish art and brings an eye for the aesthetic to his time on the water.
As a public school Art teacher, Ted has the experience and skills to help others grow in their own learning. Fishing is supposed to be fun! That’s why he’s just as happy teaching an absolute beginner to catch bluegill on a metro lake as he is netting an avid angler’s steelhead on the north shore.
Alex Hover – Fly Fishing Guide & Instructor
Alex grew up in western Wisconsin and has had a fly rod in his hands since he was seven years old. While trout fishing and the Driftless area were his first love, he has really enjoyed learning new techniques and chasing all kinds of different fish.
Over the past 15 years, Alex has expanded his target species to include Great Lakes steelhead, smallmouth bass, carp, and saltwater species. From salmon fishing in Alaska to catching Roosterfish in Baja, Alex is always seeking out that next adventure.
Alex has come to view fishing as a way to explore new areas, quite often with his black labrador, Breck, tagging along. Teaching friends and sharing his passion with his daughters has grown his enjoyment for fly fishing even more. He loves any time that is spent outdoors with family and friends while creating lasting memories.
He currently lives in Stillwater with his wife and two young daughters.
Nate Lecy – Fly Fishing Guide & Instructor
I grew up in the MN Driftless. Luckily for me, the Root River ran right through town. If I wasn’t riding my bike to the river chasing a bite, I was with my godfather, headed to the Mississippi to catch some walleye. In 2016, I finally brushed off the fly rod that I got for a class in 6th grade, and haven’t set it back down since. Always chasing a new adventure, I’ve fished in the Arctic Circle in Alaska to the sand flats of Hawaii, trout streams throughout the continental divide to steelhead in the Great Lakes, and many places in between. As much as I love fishing, I am equally as passionate about introducing our youth and new people to the sport. I’ve got plenty of stories to tell, but could always use some new ones. Let’s go make some memories!