Let's Get On the Water!
"Had an amazing day on the water with Winston. He was extremely knowledgeable when it comes to steelhead on the swing, and helped me dial in my cast quickly with clear diagnostics/communication. He is also just a down to earth, super relatable person and I cannot wait to go do another float with him soon!..."
- Mike. C, Spring 2025
"Winston is an outstanding guide and excellent chef. My partner and I did a float trip down the Credit, swinging flies for steelhead. We loved every minute of it, and learned a ton along the way."
- Chase Trottier, Fall 2025
"From the start of the booking process, Winston was very communicative and helpful. We picked a day and a spot to meet, and from there, Winston took care of every detail. We hooked into four fish in the first hour, landing two. These were our first fish ever hooked while swinging flies, and my partner's second time holding a fly rod... "
- Mr. Capicotto, Spring 2025
"I met Winston Riverside over a decade ago, we've floated the Maitland, and waded the Credit multiple times. He has been a real steward in my personal spey journey...exuding his passion for conservation and steelhead. From spey lines, fly patterns, line presentation etc., he's full of knowledge to be shared. Very Experienced Guide, Highly Recommended!
- Blair Wilson, Fall 2024
"In a word, exceptional! New river, new guide, new to Spey but Winston showed supreme patience and calm as he got me into my first steelie on this spectacular stretch of river. So thankful of his insistence that I fish the entire run and wait for my line to totally straighten out before the retrieve. Sure enough, that’s where this beauty hit!
The only thing better than that grab was his gourmet lunch of fried pork belly over ramen with a poached egg on top! "
- David Lenoard, Fall 2024
"I've taken countless fishing trips with Winston. He literally taught me how to Spey fish, his passion for steelhead really speaks in his style of guiding and teaching. Made learning a breeze not mention he is very informative and patient. Winston is an amazing teacher and awesome guy to be on the water with. He is happiest putting other people onto fish, and is very very good at it!"
- Ricardo Geminez , Fall 2024
"Winston took me on the water for my first experience with a Spey rod and get me casting and into my first fish! He’s a great instructor with a relaxed and comfortable casting style, who gently coached me along.
Also, thanks for letting me know that Skagit is pronounced “sk-a-git” and not “Sk-gag-it”, that really helps in the fly shop!"
- Justin Fung, Fall 2024
Guide services we provide
We cover more water and access remote steelhead runs by drift boat. Enjoy a relaxed day on the river guided by an experienced Ontario steelhead guide.
Guided Raft Floats
We explore productive stretches on foot, you'll learn how to read the river. Perfect for anglers who prefer the hike in approach to steelhead fishing.
Walk & Wade Trips
Every trip includes access to a full lineup of wading gear, rods, and equipment. Over the years, we’ve tested and chosen setups that perform best on our local waters.
Wading Gear, Rods
& Equipment
Yes, lunch is on! Enjoy a chef-prepared riverside meal. A highlight of every guided trip offered and a great way to recharge before the next run.
Chef Prepared Shore Lunch
Our Philosophy
At River Run Guiding, our mission is to provide an unmatched guided steelhead fly fishing experience for every angler, from beginner to expert. We are a fully insured, full-service steelhead fly fishing guide outfit specializing in Great Lakes steelhead on the swing.
We teach and educate through hands-on guiding, helping anglers connect with the river and refine their skills. As a swing-only operation, we fish with two-handed Spey rods or single-hand setups. Keeping true to traditional swinging for steelhead methods that deliver anglers the ultimate experience.
Every guided trip with River Run Guiding Company is about learning, conservation, and creating unforgettable memories while exploring Ontario’s best steelhead fishing rivers.
Meet Winston, Your Guide
River Run Guiding Company is led by Winston, an experienced Spey angler, instructor, and river steward who has spent years mastering Ontario’s steelhead waters. His approach blends technical instruction with an easygoing teaching style, creating an atmosphere where every cast feels like progress.
Winston’s deep connection to the rivers and his commitment to ethical guiding are at the core of the River Run Guide Company experience. He believes in sharing not only how to fish, but how to see the river differently and to understand its pace, its structure, and the where steelhead like to hide.
Winston, Tham
Owner & Head Guide
Rivers Guided for Steelhead in Ontario
The Credit River
A technical and rewarding river that challenges every Spey angler. The Credit holds runs of fresh Great Lakes steelhead each spring and fall, pushing through clear, fast water and complex structure that rewards precise swings. It’s where presentation, patience, and pure connection meet.
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Unforgettable Days on The Water
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