Meet Guide Joe House

Meet Your Saranac River Fly Fishing Guide

Joe House is the guide behind Battle Fish On The Fly, offering guided fly fishing trips on the Saranac River and Ausable River. His passion for fishing began at a young age, spending years exploring local waters, learning trout behavior, and developing a strong connection to New York’s river systems. Over time, that lifelong passion grew into a career built around sharing the water with others. Today, Joe is known as a patient, down-to-earth Saranac River fishing guide who enjoys helping anglers of all skill levels feel comfortable and confident on the river.

With over 36 years of experience fishing New York waters, Joe brings deep local knowledge of brook trout, brown trout, and rainbow trout habitats across both the Saranac and Ausable Rivers. His background as a retired New York State trooper and veteran reflects a strong commitment to safety, professionalism, and attention to detail on every trip. As a trusted fly fishing guide in the region, he understands seasonal patterns, water conditions, and the techniques that consistently produce results throughout the year.

Beyond guiding, Joe is passionate about using fly fishing as a way to help people disconnect from daily stress and reconnect with nature. He has a strong interest in working with veterans and first responders, offering time on the water as a place for calm, focus, and learning. His approach is more than instruction—it’s about creating meaningful experiences while promoting respect for the fishery and sustainable catch-and-release practices.

Trips take place on the Saranac River and Ausable River, where guests are guided through productive fly fishing waters using walk-and-wade access. All essential gear is provided, including rods, flies, and lines, making the experience simple and accessible for everyone. Each outing is built around learning, safety, and time on the water, giving guests a true taste of guided fly fishing in one of New York’s most respected trout regions.