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Although I have fished most of the waters in this guide, I recognize that there are people who are more familiar with their local waters than I. In fact they’re experts and great sources of fly fishing information. So, while this guide may have my name on the cover, other experts contributed and helped ensure its accuracy. These talented, information-packed locals really know their stuff and I suggest you look them up if you’re fly fishing in their area. On with the thanks.

Bud Collins, one of the top guides at Duranglers Fly Shop in Durango, and to John Flick and Tom Knopnick, owners of Duranglers. To Brad Beefus of Ross Reels, Pat Dorsey, guide for The Blue Quill Fly Shop in Evergreen. Jim Blackburn in Steamboat Springs, Bruce Keep of Vail, for his knowledge of the Eagle River. Pat Chant of Leadville, a guide for Mountain Angler, added great information on the Arkansas River. Bill Fitzsimmons contributed detailed information on the Fryingpan and Roaring Fork. Bill White from Telluride tossed in information on the San Miguel; thanks, Bill. David Padilla, former Mountain Angler manager, was also a great help. Jim Muth, photographer and expert guide, and Doug Hardwick, guide and expert bug man, both of Mountain Angler. And thanks to Kevin Macreery, for his editing and patience.

Also, thanks to my publisher David Banks, who thought me the man for the Colorado guidebook job, and Pete Chadwell, who created the maps and covers. Helen Condon, Rick Drennen and Bill Nelson, fly fishers all, provided proofreading and editing help. Thanks to all of you, and anyone I may have forgotten!

Jackson Streit