ALPINE ANGLER - a philosophy
25 years ALPINE ANGLER - we're are in our 26th season!
Hi or Servus, as we say here in Bavara. I'm Andy Pfirstinger, owner & head guide of ALPINE ANGLER.
At the turn of the millennium, I founded my company ALPINE ANGLER with the idea of inspiring even more people to embrace the finest form of fishing. But I also wanted to help those who are already fascinated by the best sport in the world to ensure that you are able to enjoy your passion best in these fast days where leisure time is a real value.
For one, the ALPINE ANGLER Fly Fishing School offers you the opportunity to perfect your skills and expand your knowledge. The more a fly fisherman understands the complex relationships in nature and the better he can respond to the situation, the more exciting becomes fly fishing. For the novice my class program opens up the fascinating world of fly fishing and fly casting. A guided day is also most effective, showing you a lot about tactics.
On the other, ALPINE ANGLER offers fully organized fly fishing trips - hosted by myself - to a selection of sophisticated destinations and world-class waters, not only giving you a special experience but also a lot fun and relaxation in a small group of like-minded individuals. In addition I also arrange individual fly fishing trips to tropical saltwater. I have personally visited all the destinations offered, guaranteeing both verified quality and perfect pre-trip service from me.
High-quality equipment from the most renowned manufacturers in the fly fishing market, available here in this online shop with state-of-the-art software, as well as in my shop – perhaps the most beautiful fly shop in Europe – and custom-tied flies from the AP Fly Collection complete my full-service offering.
Within the areas of shop, school, guiding, travel, I strive to offer you a professional and comprehensive range of services that meet your individual needs. It's no easy task, but I've been giving it my all for over 25 years! This includes expert advice and service – and my independence and ability to provide neutral guidance are a real advantage.
But ALPINE ANGLER is m u c h m o r e t h a n t h a t : Above all, my concept appeals to those who share a similar sense of purpose and the same goals in fly fishing as I do: Firstly, it's the challenge that demanding waters and wary, wild fish as well as casting and fly tying present for us. Secondly, it's the respect for nature and its creatures.
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For this reason, I support organizations like the WWF and the local association "Save the Isar now" e.V. here in Germany. I am also a strong advocate of catch & release, a philosophy that has long been established and proven effective in protecting wild fish stocks in many other countries around the world. At ALPINE ANGLER, the focus is on experiencing and preserving nature, not on catching and freezing as many fish as possible.
If you share a similar attitude, I would be delighted to welcome you as a customer or to greet you personally at one of my events. The ALPINE ANGLER fan community is constantly growing – when will you join?
I love sharing my passion and have already taught fly fishing to many, furthered fly fishing enthusiasts, advised them, and helped them achieve great catches.
"Tight lines," Andy Pfirstinger!