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Jake Petrasch

Jake Petrasch, fully Jake John Garrit Petrasch Jr., heads Valley Anglers in Vermont's Mad River Valley, a distinguished fly fishing guide service offering both guided excursions and a full array of fishing gear. His venture reflects a lifelong passion for angling, backed by over two decades of diverse professional experience in education, property management, site coordination, and fly fishing. His interests extend to surfing, skateboarding, biking, hunting, and spending cherished moments with his family. He achieved his Bachelor's degree in fine arts from St. Lawrence University in 2001 and later completed his Master's in Education at Johnson State College in 2007. His educational path also included a semester at the National Outdoor Leadership School, earning him credits from the University of Utah. Jake's varied career has seen him excel as a teacher, site coordinator, and property manager. In 2005, he founded Valley Anglers LLC, marrying his enthusiasm for teaching with his love for fly fishing.

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