Colin J Campbell
Halifax,NS
Summary
Colin J Campbell began a career in the fly fishing industry at the age of 16 when working as an outfitter at SAIL Outdoors in Ottawa, Ontario, and by the age of 19, had opened Blue Halo Fly Fishing, which is now proudly a partnered business with Simms Fishing Products, Fish Nova Scotia, Tourism Canada, and the Nova Scotia Guides Association. Colin is a professionally licensed freshwater fishing guide in both Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick. Specializing on the Northeast Margaree River, Colin serves clients from all over the world, working both alone, and through the tourism agency Baityourhook/bookyourhunt.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Guide and Business Owner
Blue Halo Fly Fishing
04.2022 - Current
- Maintained safety standards during excursions across Nova Scotia, resulting in zero accidents or incidents.
- Enhanced client experience by providing informative and engaging guided trips for anglers of all skill levels.
- Built personal relationships with each client to promote positive experiences, and growth within the fly fishing community.
- Created overall satisfaction by tailoring each trip to the hopes and expectations of all clientele.
Fishing Sales Associate
SAIL Outdoors
06.2020 - 08.2022
- Displayed masterful knowledge of the fishing industry, guiding each customer through the implementation of equipment.
- Stayed up-to-date with industry trends and innovative techniques through research and product seminars.
- Contributed specialty knowledge to an expert team and learned valuable tools from peers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Norman Johnston Alternate Program
Ottawa Ontario06.2022
Skills
- Atlantic Salmon, and Trophy Trout Specialist
- Expert Knowledge of Freshwater Fly Fishing Techniques
- Education and Instruction
- Safe Fish Handling and Tagging
- Backcountry Navigation
- Public Speaking
- Emergency, First Aid and CPR Certified
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Freshwater Fishing Guide License - Nova Scotia
- Class 1 (professional) Guide License - New Brunswick
- Freshwater Fishing Guide - Canadian Tourism Council
- Emergency First Aid - Canadian Red Cross
- Standard CPR - Canadian Red Cross
Timeline
Head Guide and Business Owner
Blue Halo Fly Fishing
04.2022 - Current
Fishing Sales Associate
SAIL Outdoors
06.2020 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Norman Johnston Alternate Program
- Freshwater Fishing Guide License - Nova Scotia
- Class 1 (professional) Guide License - New Brunswick
- Freshwater Fishing Guide - Canadian Tourism Council
- Emergency First Aid - Canadian Red Cross
- Standard CPR - Canadian Red Cross
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