The Story and Mission

  Elk River Fishing and Outdoors was established in 2018 with the ambition to grow into an America first outdoor retailer that puts American craftsman and manufacturers before anyone else. For now, Elk River Fishing and Outdoors is establishing it's roots in handmade leather work that is focused on the outdoors. 

  The inspiration for Elk River Fishing and Outdoors started when I was serving in the Airforce as a Military Working Dog Handler. Although, I was stationed overseas for the majority of my service I developed a passion for leather craft when I decided to make myself a gun belt. Naturally, after spending some time as a K9 handler, I started making working dog collars and then eventually started making holsters. Inevitably, my time in the Airforce came to an end and so I decided to turn this hobby into a business and use it as a launching pad towards my larger goals. 

  Thank you for your support in this endeavor during a time when "America First" matters most. 

-Tyler