Meet the Team
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Maxwell Varela
FOUNDER & OWNER
Born in Vermont and raised between Holbox Island and Vermont. He has been fishing in Holbox his entire life and has an extreme passion for fly fishing.
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Angel "Grasshopper"
HEAD GUIDE
Eighteen years of guiding in Holbox and an absolute expert at this fishery. 2x Xcalak Silver Scales Fly Fishing Tournament winner with Super Grand Slams. He has a true passion for the sport.
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Oscar "Tiburon"
GUIDE
Oscar was born and raised in Isla Holbox and is passionate about fly fishing. He is one of our DIY style guides taking a different approach to guiding in Holbox.
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Eve Avila
GUIDE & OWNER OF RAICES RESTAURANT
Eve is a Holbox native and has been fishing in Holbox his entire life. He’s committed to providing the best experience for the anglers both on and off the water.
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DARWIN VEGA “DAWITO”
GUIDE
Darwin has been guiding in Holbox for over twenty years and has a passion for fly fishing that takes him around the world.
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Charlie Bidwell
TEAM ANGLER & MARKETING
Charlie was raised in Ohio. Before moving to South Florida he was an avid trout fisherman. Now he has a passion for Saltwater Fly Fishing and is a rising Angler in the industry.
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Rafael Pertierra
TEAM ANGLER & MARKETING
Our South Florida team member Rafael fishes Biscayne Bay and Flamingo on a weekly basis and is always pulling out some stellar fish! Soon he will be offering guided trips in these areas.
