Due South Outfitters
The guides who know every bend, riffle, and run across Western North Carolina, East Tennessee & Southwest Virgina.
Our Story
Due South Outfitters is owned and operated by Max and Macy Beck. Max started his guiding career at the age of 19 and guided full time throughout his years at Appalachian State University, where he received a degree in Business Management. He is now the head guide and owner, averaging over 200 days on the water each year.
Macy has a degree in Business Marketing from Appalachian State University and is the owner and business & marketing manager of Due South Outfitters, ensuring that everything runs smoothly in the shop as well as behind the scenes.
Together they offer the only fly shop in the Boone area that is owned and operated by a full-time fly fishing guide. Whether you are an advanced angler or simply looking into entering the sport of fly fishing, Max and Macy will gladly share their experiences and expertise with you.
Get to know the team that'll put you on fish.
Owner & Head Guide
Max is our head guide at Due South, averaging over 200 days on the water each year. His favorite thing to do is chasing picky tailwater trout on flies he tied the night before.
Local & Float Guide
Karson is a native of Boone, NC. His local knowledge of everything involving fishing in the High Country is not something that could ever be taught — only learned through years of experience.
Local & Float Guide
Owen worked for Due South throughout his time at ASU. After giving his degree field the college try, the mountains called him back. His work ethic always ensures a great day on the water.
Float Guide & Euro Nymph Specialist
Drayton is from Morganton, NC and is the swiss army knife of Due South. Whether you want to explore local creeks, stalk elusive tailwater trout, or learn to euro nymph — he is your guy.
Local Guide
Paco is another native of Boone and a true expert on the area's local creeks. Joining Due South in 2020, Paco has become the person they rely on to take clients to the most secluded waters.
Local & Float Guide
Tyler grew up in Charlotte, NC and was introduced to fly fishing through his grandfather. He moved to Boone after high school and specializes in streamer fishing small creeks.
Local Guide
Originally from Charlotte, NC, Zach has spent time guiding in both Montana and the High Country. Zach loves exploring small creeks around the area in search of wild trout.
Owner & Head Guide
Max is our head guide at Due South, averaging over 200 days on the water each year. His favorite thing to do is chasing picky tailwater trout on flies he tied the night before. Max really values teaching beginners as well as seasoned anglers — whether it's your first cast or you're fine-tuning your drift, he'll meet you where you are and make the day count.
Favorite Fish to Chase
Redfish
Favorite Fishery
Watauga Tailwater
Go-To Trout Fly
Soft Hackle Pheasant Tail
Go-To Smallmouth Fly
Popper
Local & Float Guide
Karson is a native of Boone, NC. His local knowledge of everything involving fishing in the High Country is not something that could ever be taught. Rather, only learned through years of experience and countless hours of exploration in the Boone area. If there's a creek worth fishing within an hour of Boone, Karson has already been there.
Favorite Fish to Chase
Trout
Favorite Fishery
Watauga River Tailwater
Go-To Trout Fly
Zebra Midge
Go-To Smallmouth Fly
Wiggle Minnow
Local & Float Guide
Owen worked for Due South throughout his time at ASU until he graduated and decided to find work in his degree. After giving it the college try, the mountains called him back. When Owen expressed that he wanted to come back it was a no brainer. If you've ever fished with Owen you know his work ethic and mentality always ensures a great day on the water. Interested in smallmouth fishing? So is Owen! Give us a call to discuss guided float trips for smallmouth.
Favorite Fish to Chase
Smallmouth Bass
Favorite Fishery
New River
Go-To Trout Fly
Frenchie
Go-To Smallmouth Fly
Popper
Float Guide & Euro Nymph Specialist
Drayton is from Morganton, NC and is the swiss army knife of Due South. Whether you want to explore local creeks, stalk elusive tailwater trout, or learn to euro nymph, he is your guy. His work ethic will become evident when he gives everything he has to ensure that his guests have a great day. Ask about our Euro Nymph trips — Drayton is the one to call.
Favorite Fish to Chase
Musky
Favorite Fishery
North/Central Wisconsin
Go-To Trout Fly
Juju Baetis
Go-To Smallmouth Fly
Murdich Minnow
Local Guide
Paco is another native of Boone and a true expert on the area's local creeks. Joining Due South in 2020, Paco has quickly become the person they rely on to take clients to some of the most secluded and pristine waters. He is also an expert fly tyer, and can often be found tying his new creations in the shop.
Favorite Fish to Chase
Brown Trout
Favorite Fishery
New River Basin
Go-To Trout Fly
X-Caddis
Go-To Smallmouth Fly
Drunk and Disorderly
Local & Float Guide
Tyler grew up in Charlotte, NC and was introduced to fly fishing through his grandfather. He moved to Boone after high school and that was when the fly fishing bug really bit him. On a daily basis Tyler finds himself exploring the many creeks Boone and the surrounding area has to offer and specializes in streamer fishing these small creeks.
Favorite Fish to Chase
Trout
Favorite Fishery
Watauga River
Go-To Trout Fly
Frenchie
Go-To Smallmouth Fly
Popper
Local Guide
Originally from Charlotte, NC, Zach has spent time guiding in both Montana and the High Country. Zach loves exploring small creeks around the area in search of wild trout. His calm demeanor and fishing knowledge always leads to a great day on the water! Whether you’re an experienced angler or novice, you’ll be sure to learn something from Zach and enjoy your day.
Favorite Fish to Chase
Trout
Favorite Fishery
Boulder River, MT
Go-To Trout Fly
Rubber Leg Stimulator
Go-To Smallmouth Fly
Clouser Minnow
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