Born and raised on Bar Z Riverside Ranch, Dave Hanson has been fishing the streams and rivers around White Sulphur Springs and Bozeman since he was old enough to tie a fly. His father started guiding fishermen at Riverside Ranch over 20 years ago. Dave began assisting his father during the summers through high school and has been guiding ever since. His friendly and laid back personality has made him a favorite among many of our long-time customers. And his  patience and experience make him the perfect choice for both beginner and advanced anglers. During the off season Dave spends his time ranching and farming on the Cooper Hereford Ranch in Willow Creek, Montana. In the fall of 2008 he ventured to South America where he toured and fished the waters in Argentina and Chile.

Dave played baseball for a short time at the College of Southern Idaho before returning to Montana State University where he graduated.