Matt Mendes has been making his living on the ancestral waters of the Deschutes since he was 12, he now has a 12-year-old son of his own who’s learning to fish on the same river. Mendes cherishes that role as educator, whether it’s with a client, his own son, or one of the tribal youth to which he provides free instruction and gear. “I’m aware that this river is a sanctuary, and I work to make it a better place for everyone, not just the anglers, but the fish.” Head over to Outside Online to watch @deschutesnative feature film and to read about his journey. (Link In Bio). 🎥: @topofilms @anadromous W/ @outsidemagazine @chevrolet #FishItWell #SimmsFishing #FlyFishing #HenrysFork #Idaho #Fishing #Industry #Film #Feature #BehindTheLens