ABOUT CAPTAIN ZAK
He first discovered fly fishing while pursuing wild brook trout in small streams, and quickly realized he could catch saltwater species on the long rod. With a thirst for more knowledge, he began working on for-hire boats and earned a Coast Guard Master license at age 20, with a 100 ton near-coastal endorsement. While attending college in Arizona he had the opportunity to study marine biology at a remote field station in Mexico. He graduated with a degree in Environmental Science and signed on as a research vessel captain and specimen collector for a collegiate marine lab on an island in Maine.
Captain Zak embodies the spirit of stewardship and respect for the water that has provided him a living. As a natural-born guide, he passionately shares his home water with anglers of all ages and skill levels. His reverence for the species is evident in the care he takes while handling and releasing fish. He holds wild fisheries in the highest regard and strives to effect positive change in the management of all species. He currently serves as the President of Coastal Conservation Association of New Hampshire and volunteers for conservation and restoration projects around the Seacoast.
Captain Zak strives to provide his guests with a safe environment to experience new things and find their own success throughout the course of the journey. The 2024 season marks Zak’s 22nd summer as a professional on the Piscataqua River.
