This is by far the best outdoor adventure I've ever experienced. To put that into perspective, over the last 20 years, I've been on many fly fishing trips throughout Montana, and several lake fishing trips throughout Montana and California. The highlight of the trip is the energy you feel as a result of the heart and soul that Ethan and Wendy put into the planning and the execution of all the details. Without being pretentious, Ethan and Wendy are fun, educational, righteous, borderline spiritual, and stewards of the wonders of nature. Their extensive preparation and good vibes allowed us to kick back and enjoy the fishing, the adventure, the wilderness, and the good times. Ethan is incredibly patient and a great teacher, helping me improve my technique and my chances for catching a fish. I caught 4 rainbow trout and 2 whitefish in the Deschutes River, and Ethan was always right there to take photos and GoPro video to capture the moment. The next day we fished a lake near Grass Valley while floating in a pontoon self-propelled by wearing fins. If you've never fished like this before, you really have to try it. It's the most amazing feeling to be 'floating in the water' while you have a 20" fish pulling your line; sometimes you let this pig run, and it'll swim clear across the other side of the lake. We were the only ones on this incredibly beautiful and pristine lake and our back drop was a clear view of Mount Hood. Ethan and Wendy have thought of every detail, and they listen to their customers tastes in order to personalize the experience. One example is that Ethan overheard I enjoy Yerba Mate, and the next day, Ethan played the role of the Cebador (a version of a Barista), and came equipped with a cured gourd, and bombilla, fresh Yerba Mate, and hot water in the thermos, just in time for a quick pick me up after a long morning of fishing. Talk about Feeling the Good Energy!!!! Another example is that on the way to the lakes near Grass Valley, we spotted a deer and her two baby fawns, and we stopped to watch this springtime rare sighting. I only met Ethan one other time, and this was in a Corporate setting. He and Wendy exceeded all my expectations. Ethan is extremely knowledgeable about fly fishing, the wilderness, Wendy makes tasty lunches and ensures you always have drinks and snacks to keep you satisfied. If you're lucky, she'll make her homemade banana chocolate chip muffins and chocolate chip cookies. read more

Ethan and Wendy are excellent hosts for your outdoor adventures! Both are very knowledgeable about the activities and the places they they are involved in guiding. They have taken the time to invest in their business and known/trusted partnerships to deliver a quality experience you can count on. I recently undertook a fly fishing trip on the Deschutes River near Maupin, OR combined with a second day at Justensen Lakes near Grass Valley, OR. The entire itinerary went exactly as planned. Expectations were set clearly and were not missed. Both Ethan and Wendy are wonderful people and are simply a joy to be around and travel with. I will qualify, (since Yelp suggests that you shouldn't review if you have a connection to the business owner) that I do know Ethan and Wendy and have had a professional relationship with Ethan in a different and unrelated line of business in the past. However, I must impart that I did truly have a wonderful trip, and if anything, my experience working with Ethan in the past should benefit others reading these reviews as I can vouch for both his integrity, work ethic and knowledge over a more substantial period of time. Reason for 4 stars instead of 5: The fishing waders I used the first day had a leak and I wound up sloshing around with a few extra pounds of water. This wasn't AAO's equipment, rather brokered rental equipment, but nevertheless, AAO will want to put that extra ounce of pressure on their partners to make certain that others don't encounter similar circumstances. For the record, of 6 on our trip, I was the only one who had leaky waders, and they were promptly replaced for the following day. I will be considering AAO again in the future and am already thinking about trying out the river SCUBA trips to swim with and watch the fish in their native element! read more

What an experience my fiancé and I just had with this company! We were wisked away in their AAO van which was comfortable, clean and full of snacks. Our trip was recommended to us by Ethan and Wendy based on their knowledge of what WE wanted to get out of the trip. It felt completely customized for us. Our adventure was to Elk horn mountain range to Anthony lake which we had never been to before and it was stunning! Once there, we were completely catered to in a way that we have never experienced before. They had all the equipment ready to go for us. In our particular trip we wanted to do some fly fishing and hiking. Ethan couldn't promise us we would catch any fish, but he did give us all the knowledge needed for what the fish would most likely be feeding on. To our surprise we ended up catching so many fish that we lost count. When we returned from fishing, we had a warm, delicious meal ready for us. Wendy and Ethan always seemed to know what we wanted before we did. One of the most memorable meals was eating some of the rainbow trout we had just caught that day and their incredible take on s'mores, the best ever! The next day we decided to go hiking up Gunsight mountain and saw tons of wild life. AAO were very accomidating to us along the way informing us about the area. After experiencing this place we have decided we will be returning to this area again. Their enthusiasm is contagious and their love for the outdoors and Oregon is undeniable. Our trip with AAO made us fall in love with our home state all over again. We highly recommend anyone looking for an incredible week in Oregon to book and adventure with AAO, it will be an experience you'll never forget! read more

First off, if you want to meet some down to Earth awesome people passionate about what they do, go visit Wendy and Ethan of Adventures Across Oregon out of H & H Outfitters Basecamp in Forest Grove, Oregon. Recently, Wendy and Ethan held a massive fly fishing 101 class for the Lakeridge High School Fishing Club members and family. Not a single kid, parent, or sibling left without a huge grin on their face and all were notably stoked about fly fishing. Ethan was quick to accommodate the kids short attention spans, teach them about river conservation, fly fishing tackle, and how to cast. Both Ethan and Wendy possess easy going demeanors that make them really enjoyable to be around. You can't go wrong booking an adventure with Adventures Across Oregon. And while visiting Base Camp of H & H, definitely chat it up with Alex and check out the ridiculously cool apparel they are creating at H & H. Alex even designed custom shirts for our high school fishing club and they are killer looking and of great quality! Bottom line is, every once in awhile we are lucky enough to meet people that do what they do for all the right reasons and Wendy, Ethan, and Alex are the real deal. Can't say enough awesome things about them! -High School teacher and High School FIshing Club Advisor read more

It was an epic day with Wendy and Ethan, from start to finish. They were both extremely well versed about both the area and our particular fly fishing adventure, which was suited perfectly for our girlie group. Our levels of experience varied but Ethan navigated perfectly between us all, making sure we were not only having fun, but were experiencing success as well (and boy, did we!). There is something so oustanding about being able to just show up and have all of the proper equipment ready and waiting. Talk about being catered to! Wendy whipped up an excellent lunch after keeping us armed with hot coffee and chai tea all morning. It was truly an idyllic setting and their cooperative energy combined with an infectious enthusiasm caused us to vow that this trip would be one we would make an annual event. I only wish we didn't have to wait a whole year to do it again. Best day on recent record and we have Adventures Across Oregon to thank! read more

I had an amazing time with Ethan and Wendy at Adventures Across Oregon on our trip to Cater Lake last month. Being an lifelong Oregonian but having never been to Crater Lake before I had heard stories about how spectacular the area is but this trip blew away any expectations I had. I strongly recommend going with AAO for your CL experience. From fly fishing Wizard Island, to hiking some of the most spectacular peaks, to an awesome campsite with beautiful views, AAO is the way to go! Not to mention their cooking is damn good too. Ethan and Wendy have clearly put in their time and done the research to make your Oregon outdoor experience the best. I highly recommend going with them. I know I will again soon. read more

This is the dream life! These two are so passionate about what they are doing, it shows!! Their enthusiasm shines through and really encourages the desire for adventure in others. I have upcoming trips planned with these two and I already know it will be incredible! The equipment they have is top of the line, plus they do all the work!! They really make the adventure experience real and authentic AND they make it easy for us who aren't sure what we're doing! They've got lots of knowledge and passion for the outdoors and it's impossible not to have a good time. If you're looking for something different, a way to explore all that the Pacific Northwest has to offer, this is THE way to go!!! read more

My trip with AAO was an experience unlike any that I have had before. First off, Ethan and Wendy are first class hosts and all around good people. Everything was planned for us, so we could just enjoy fishing. I was a BRAND new fly fishermen. We did a two day trip. The first was a fishing trip on the Deschutes River, which was beautiful. It was like rafting down a mini Grand Canyon. The 2nd we went still water trout fishing, and I pulled in 13 fish! I went from never having fished before the trip to catching 13 in one day. I had so much action that I was sore the next day! Me and my family will definitely look to travel with AAO again in the future! read more

A. M. A. Z. I. N. G. Ethan and Wendy are inspirational people. Not only will you learn about the land you're exploring - you will learn how to live life at the next level from this smart, kind, generous, committed couple! They are living there dream and can share it with you. Wendy's inventive approach to edible ingredients you'll devour on the trip will leave you BEGGING her for her cook book. And Ethan's obvious passion for exploration coupled with his own insatiable appetite for knowledge is infectious. You will be a better person for having met them - GO! read more

I just got back from Ethan and Wendy's "Single Day Private Vineyard Lake Fly Fishing Adventure" and had a great time. These people are friendly and so pleasant to be around. You can start with Ethan's shop-talk class (currently $35) then move comfortably into one of their adventure trips. The class was worth every penny. On the trip out, I learned several new ways to fly fish lakes, plus caught 3 nice size trout and a dozen or so bass. I am very glad I went, plan on taking my wife next time, and recommend AAO to others. read more

I've personally used AAO 3 times now and all I can say is FANTASTIC! The locations, expertise, gear, food, are all World Class - but what tops it all off is Wendy & Ethan. They are most gracious stewards of their environment and their clientele - which quickly become their closest friends. They truly make you feel like you are the only people that matter in the world! Thank you for a great time - glad we were able to pull off another successful trip together and I look forward to many more!! read more

To add on to my prior review my father and I recently took a 1 day guided fly fishing trip with Ethan and Wendy at a private lake in Dundee. It was an amazing experience (caught more fish than I can remember), both Wendy and Ethan were fantastic, and it left me wanting more. I cannot say enough good things about this company and I will be back for another trip with them before the end of 2015. If you are considering an adventure in Oregon do yourself a favor and call Ethan and Wendy. read more

I can't recommend Adventures Across Oregon enough! Ethan and Wendy do a fabulous job of catering to both experienced and new fly fishers, and also spend time informing you about the local ecology. I felt like I learned a lot and got to relax in a gorgeous setting. Ethan struck a perfect balance of knowing when I needed more instruction and when I needed to just practice - I felt supported but also had space. It was super fun!! read more

All I can say is Wow! AAO has it figured out. You get picked up from the airport, driven to the hotel, dinner is booked and you get a nice hotel room. Then you get two awesome days of fishing, one on the Deschutes and one on a lake near Grass Valley, Oregon. Despite the fact I only caught two fish, this is the best guided trip I have ever had. Great job Ethan and Wendy! read more

We took a customer of ours on a fly fishing trip with Ethan and were able to spend a whole day one-on-one with him. Great experience and Ethan's service was top-notch. Highly recommend Adventures Across Oregon for those in sales and business development who want some quality time with customers. Can't say enough good things about the service we received. read more