So, why do I do this?

I’ve been fly fishing Utah waters since I was a teenager. When I was younger, it was a reason to ditch school, haul in some fish with friends, and relax. In my late 20s, I took a small break from it but recaptured my love and enthusiasm in my 30s. As I’ve grown older, my relationship with fly fishing has changed and deepened. It is now a religious experience to me that connects me to something larger than myself. It relinquishes me from day-to-day anxiety. It gives me purpose and meaning. And, I love teaching the art to others who might get the same things from it as I have.

So, I started Hatch Academy to teach the art of dry fly fishing and its therapeutic nature. I believe that when you are dry fly fishing, you connect to the environment around you unlike any other experience around, even if you aren’t catching fish. It is an immersive experience that will last you a lifetime, and if you are lucky, you’ll get to share that joy with others just like I do.

Hatch Academy will craft a unique experience for each angler that works with your individual skill level, moves at a comfortable pace, and achieves your individual fly fishing goals. So that when you’re ready, you can load up your rod, reel, and gear on a random Thursday and hit the water with confidence and self-sufficiency.

So let’s get outside together!

Meet the Rest of the Team


  • Mike learned to fly fish on the Brook Trout streams of northern Wisconsin with his father.  After a career of flying airplanes for the military and Delta Air Lines, Mike decided to share his passion for fly fishing.  Mike has fished Utah for 24 years and calls the Provo his home water.  He is well versed in fishing dry flies, wet flies and nymphs.  He enjoys time on the water with clients, but especially teaching clients how to fly fish, or become better fly fishers.  You can always recognize him on the river by his constant companion, Sammy, a Golden Retriever. 

  • "When friends talk about Josh most would say he can be a man of many words... Thankfully, most of them are about fishin'."

    Josh Broadhead brings a lifetime of passion and expertise to guiding, which he’s been doing in 2015. A Salt Lake City native with deep roots in the outdoors, Josh spent his formative years in Wyoming’s Bridger-Teton range, balancing summers helping on his grandfather’s ranch with early morning spring creek fishing. Winters were dedicated to skiing, and creating a well-rounded love for adventure.

    After trying the traditional career path post-college, Josh realized his true calling was on the water, guiding others to discover the beauty and complexity of fly fishing. Known for his thoughtful approach, he emphasizes education in his guiding style, blending fishing techniques with an appreciation for each angler and their abilities.

    Josh thrives on the simple joys of fishing—casting soft hackle flies, using glass rods, and chasing finicky fish—but his versatility ensures he can cater to any angler’s preferences and skill level. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-time caster, Josh’s enthusiasm, knowledge, and love for the sport make every outing a memorable one.