John is a 22-year resident of Westby, Wisconsin and is retired from the University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse Facilities Management Department. He has taught flyfishing at UW-L for 12 yrs and now wishes to share his knowledge and love of the sport with members of the local community. At 62 yrs of age, he has been flyfishing for over 50 yrs and has been involved in Trout Unlimited, the Wisconsin Conservation Congress, and local clubs. John grew up in New Glarus, WI, is a Vietnam veteran, and has 2 sons Matt and Jake who are also avid flyfishers. His wife Sue kindly tolerates his innocent obsession with fishing, fly tying, and bamboo rod building.

John Bethke teaches:

• Flyfishing