Basalt's Local Fly Shop and Guide Service
Media
Flylords Podcast:
"This Week In Fly Fishing"
On this episode, we sit down with Taylor Thackston, owner of Frying Pan Anglers. Discussing how she ended up owning a fly shop at 23, the current state of Colorado Fishing, and a whole lot more. Plus, take a deeper look into the life of a shop owner, Taylor’s favorite trout species, new fly fishing show The Madison, and the daily life of fishing guides.
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The Aspen Times
"Frying Pan Anglers Celebrates 40th Season in Basalt"
May 21, 2025
Best of Aspen, Snowmass,
Basalt 2024
Jordan Duchein Voted "Best Fly-Fishing Guide"
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Best of Aspen, Snowmass,
Basalt 2024
Frying Pan Anglers Voted "Best Fly-Fishing Outfitter"
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Discover Basalt Magazine 2024
"Fly Girls" by Todd Hartley
2023 Aspen Film Camp Project: "Heart of Water"
Check out Frying Pan Angler's feature in this Aspen Film Camp student made documentary about Basalt, fly fishing and the rivers that surround and support this community.
The Aspen Times
On the Fly: "To Cast is to Hope"
October 6, 2023
"The Western Slope chapter of Casting for Recovery hosted its annual retreat this past Sunday at the Redstone Inn on the Crystal River, and this was one of the best retreats we’ve ever had...."