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Huge Rainbow Trout Caught at Wilder on the Taylor

July 29, 2014 By Chris Kopf

Most people only dream of catching a 32″ rainbow trout – Wilder on the Taylor homeowner Mike West has realized that dream!

Private Fly Fishing Crested Butte
Article in the Gunnison Times 7/24/2014

Mike was so excited – he texted me photos of the enormous fish that afternoon. When I spoke with him he recanted the fish story –  “you won’t believe it!” he said. What stuck in my mind was:  “…it took took 40 minutes and 400 yards of river to land that trout!”  Wow. I had the opportunity to represent Mike and Tiffiny West when they purchased their riverfront home site at Wilder on the Taylor a few years ago.  This Summer they completed their 2,000 sq. ft. guest home on Lot 9 at Wilder on the Taylor.

From I don’t want to See Wilder, to I have realized my dream  When I first met with Mike and Tiffiny to talk about their vision of their dream home – what Mike was describing to me was a beautiful spot on a river where he could see and hear the water – and see trout rising from his deck (they had not even settled on Crested Butte and had been looking in numerous areas in the Western US).  I suggested Wilder on the Taylor right here in the Crested Butte area and Mike immediately said” “no – I have seen it.”  I asked how since there was a gate with a code to get on the ranch?  He said: “well I saw it from Taylor Canyon Road and Jack’s Cabin cut-off.”  My reply: “well – you have not really seen the ranch and certainly have not experienced it.”  I brought Mike out to Wilder to tour the property and set-up a fly fishing guide – his response was overwhelming excitement.  He said: “Now we have to convince my wife Tiffiny that this is the right place for us.”  Well it did not take much convincing – once Tiffiny got out of the truck and walked toward the Taylor River she was hooked.  Their next task was to select the perfect home site to build their dream home.  Mike said: “I have waited 15 years to get to this point – I am ready, this is perfect.  We look forward to creating memories for years to come.”

They have enjoyed hosting family, friends and clients at Wilder on the Taylor.  They utilized the four guest cabins on the banks of the Taylor River while they completed the plans for their home and until construction was completed early this summer.

Crested Butte Private Fly Fishing IMG_0176Mike always knew he would create lots of great memories at Wilder on the Taylor – and now he has a real fish story to add to the list! The State of Colorado record for a Rainbow Trout is 40 1/4″ – caught on the Taylor River.

The Colorado Division of Wildlife posts all the fish state records on-line Read the tale from Wilder on the Taylor Master Fly Fishing Guide Lu Warner. Click the image of the Gunnison Times article or A REEL FISHING TALE to read the article.

Additional Videos available:

From Landowner to Homeowner
Overview of the Wilder on the Taylor
Winter Recreational Activities at Wilder on the Taylor
Homeowner Mike West Discusses Building Dream Home At Wilder on the Taylor
Homeowner Mike West – Wilder is a Special Place
Sunlit Architects Discuss Opportunity to Design Build a Riverfront Home
Master Fly Fishing Guide Lu Warner Talk about Trophy Trout at Wilder on the Taylor
Wilder Ranch Manager Don Sobrowski talks about Wildlife, Hunting, and Horse Back Riding;

For more information on Wilder on the Taylor or the Crested Butte Real Estate Market contact:
Chris Kopf
Previews® Property Specialist
Coldwell Banker Bighorn Realty
Phone: (970) 209-5405
email: chriskopf@bighornrealty.com

Click here to do an advanced search the Crested Butte MLS  for properties for sale in the Crested Butte area.

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Bobby Nichols

"The first moment we met Chris, my wife and I knew he was all about what is happening in real estate sales in Crested Butte. He knows his job, the marketplace and the innovative ways to market your home in today's electronic internet space. A real professional that understood us and our needs in handling a very successful sales transaction. "

 
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2015-02-11T13:45:19-07:00
"The first moment we met Chris, my wife and I knew he was all about what is happening in real estate sales in Crested Butte. He knows his job, the marketplace and the innovative ways to market your home in today's electronic internet space. A real professional that understood us and our needs in handling a very successful sales transaction. "  
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Jeff Hollings

Chris is outstanding! We recently bought a second home in Crested Butte and Chris did a great job throughout the whole process. He has a thorough understanding of the market and the benefits and drawbacks of various locations. He was very patient with us as our preferences evolved throughout the search. He gave us valuable information on which to negotiate the purchase. He had great follow-up during the inspection/closing process (when we were not in town) and made sure all of the commitments made by the seller were properly completed.
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2015-02-11T13:46:48-07:00
Chris is outstanding! We recently bought a second home in Crested Butte and Chris did a great job throughout the whole process. He has a thorough understanding of the market and the benefits and drawbacks of various locations. He was very patient with us as our preferences evolved throughout the search. He gave us valuable information on which to negotiate the purchase. He had great follow-up during the inspection/closing process (when we were not in town) and made sure all of the commitments made by the seller were properly completed.
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James Brennan

This was our first experience trying to purchase additional land with hopes of building a home. Chris was tremendously helpful throughout the entire process and his professionalism showed.
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2014-10-14T17:59:24-06:00
This was our first experience trying to purchase additional land with hopes of building a home. Chris was tremendously helpful throughout the entire process and his professionalism showed.
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Jane Saltzman

Chris was terrific to work with. The house sold faster then I ever expected! He was particularly helpful for this second home owner that couldn't always get there to take care of house issues. Thank you Chris!!!
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2015-02-11T13:49:37-07:00
Chris was terrific to work with. The house sold faster then I ever expected! He was particularly helpful for this second home owner that couldn't always get there to take care of house issues. Thank you Chris!!!
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Georges Lussier

The thought of a short sale was intimidating, but Chris made the experience very easy with lots of guidance from start to finish. I would highly recommend Chris for any Real Estate need buying or selling.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2014-10-14T18:05:40-06:00
The thought of a short sale was intimidating, but Chris made the experience very easy with lots of guidance from start to finish. I would highly recommend Chris for any Real Estate need buying or selling.
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Frank Stringer

Chris Kopf is a wonderful person to work with on any real estate matter you may have in Crested Butte. He is extremely knowledgeable of all elements of the Crested Butte area. He helped us recently to buy a new second home in Skyland and the entire experience was first class under Chris's guidance. I would highly recommend him to anyone who has a real estate need in Crested Butte.
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2015-02-11T13:51:04-07:00
Chris Kopf is a wonderful person to work with on any real estate matter you may have in Crested Butte. He is extremely knowledgeable of all elements of the Crested Butte area. He helped us recently to buy a new second home in Skyland and the entire experience was first class under Chris's guidance. I would highly recommend him to anyone who has a real estate need in Crested Butte.
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Paul & Julie Keesee

Chris was quite helpful in showing us homes in the area we were interested in and contacted us when new listings were available. We not only consider him our realtor but also a friend.
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2014-10-14T18:05:59-06:00
Chris was quite helpful in showing us homes in the area we were interested in and contacted us when new listings were available. We not only consider him our realtor but also a friend.
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Jim & Sandra Wickham

Chris' patience and persistence paid off for us in finding the right house for the right price. We would highly recommend Chris to any potential buyer.
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2014-10-14T18:06:18-06:00
Chris' patience and persistence paid off for us in finding the right house for the right price. We would highly recommend Chris to any potential buyer.
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Tom & Mary Aton

It was a great experience working with Chris, after showing me what I thought I wanted, he advised me of the pros and cons on the different condos and found one that I am thrilled with.
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2014-10-14T18:06:31-06:00
It was a great experience working with Chris, after showing me what I thought I wanted, he advised me of the pros and cons on the different condos and found one that I am thrilled with.
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This agent has a very strong knowledge of the local area. He was very helpful in screening properties for potential purchase.
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2014-10-14T18:05:26-06:00
This agent has a very strong knowledge of the local area. He was very helpful in screening properties for potential purchase.
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