Aaron Grabiel
Meet the Owner/Operator
Aaron Grabiel was raised in Northern California in a small town just East of Redding; spending all his free time hunting and fishing the local “secret” spots. Learning the tactics of stealth and approach from his observations of game in the field and learning wildlife habits from the animals themselves has given him a unique perspective on the wilderness around him. He is a true woodsman, which is a disappearing skill in the modern day of technology.
As a guide and instructor, Aaron is extremely patient and knowledgeable. He takes the time needed to teach all that he can to people wanting to learn. Aaron has a true passion for HarvestWild - guiding, teaching and the outdoors. He has been guiding since 2004.
Aaron has fished all over Northern California, Western United States, Honduras, and Baja. He has guided in Alaska and has spent many months in Argentina. As an independent guide, Aaron has been featured on the Outdoor Channel on Familiar Waters hosted by Mike Pawlawski, Spiritual Outdoor Adventures with Jimmy Sites, the book Life Behind written By Regan Kline and an article featured on the website myoutdoorbuddy.com. Aaron is also an ambassador for California Trout. Come seek out your adventures with HarvestWild.
Michelle Grabiel
Co-Owner/Manager
For Michelle Grabiel, there is nothing that beats spending time with her family and friends in the outdoors. She has a passion for hunting, fishing, health and fitness, culture, travel, capturing moments and highly respects and enjoys the beauty of the wild and all that it has to offer.
She is an outdoors woman. She has an obsession to grab her fly rod and reel or bow and arrow and chase the wild things that lurk in the water and wilderness. She is the oldest of three sisters and a brother and they all share a passion for the outdoors. Being the oldest, helping her siblings grow as outdoors people was her greatest reward. Now, as they each find their own way, the outdoors is the pillar that binds them. Michelle’s path landed her at Humboldt State University for a Bachelor’s Degree in International Business. Her degree took her abroad to Switzerland and Italy where her passion for traveling grew. Working full time and carrying a full load at school made time on the water and in the wilderness precious; learning to be efficient at school, on the water and in the field, was the game. After finishing at Humboldt State, home base shifted back to Northern, CA. Michelle seasonally divides her time between trout, steelhead, turkey, deer and elk. As well as throwing into the mix, photography, videography, backpacking, gardening and managing their little farm. She is a Mama and she has never enjoyed anything more than having her kids by her side while showing them life’s gifts.
Michelle is so excited to bring to the table a woman’s perspective, and a mother’s perspective to HarvestWild and watch what it grows into. She will continue to make her mark in the hunting and fishing industry all while encouraging women to pursue a known or hidden passion for the world outside.
Manlio Melloni
Wild Foods Chef
Born and raised in sugar and coffee country, Costa Rica is where it all got started. From an Italian Bolognese Father, home cooked meals were a staple in Manlio’s household. From his Moms Costarican humble cooking to his Dads Bolognese sauces, pastas and wine pairings were taught at an early time in his life. Being around his Mom and Grandma in the kitchen made him more and more curious about the art of food. He decided to educate himself further, so Manlio went to the school, LeCordon Bleu and graduated with honors. He worked at hotels and fine dining restaurants. He later moved to Florida and worked in the Florida Keys at a small Spanish tapas restaurant. The food there linked him back to the food that he grew up with and that he knows and loves as ‘rustic, simple food’. With some of the best ocean fishing in the world all around him, the Florida Keys gave him a new-found love for ocean food that changed his life. Manlio then decided to move to Naples, Florida to work under a phenomenal Italian chef, whom made rustic Italian food that could easily beat a 5 Star Michelin Restaurant. Manlio has been cooking now for 10 years. Cooking has changed his life. His passion lies in cooking - learning, researching and developing the art of food.
Kyle Dall
Workshop Instructor
Kyle Dall is a long time forager and amateur herbalist. Born and raised in California, he has been able to get to know many of the plant relatives growing naturally in the woods around us and the gifts they provide for us. Since he was a young child he has been spending time in the woods: eating, building, crafting, learning, playing. He moved to Redding in 2019 and since then has been able to integrate our Northern California mushrooms into his foraging routine. His inquisitive spirit and intuitive understanding of nature has allowed him to develop his skills, his passion for teaching has allowed him to share them with others.
Miranda Dall
Wild Food Educator
California born with a passion for food and medicine grown right where we grow. Five years experience harvesting wild foods and medicines in Shasta and surrounding counties. Miranda absolutely loves turning wild food into delicious dishes! Certified in permaculture design. Come enjoy a nature walk with Miranda and learn about our wild edibles and medicine!
Brian William Kyncy III
Fly Fishing/Hunting Guide
Born and raised in North Eastern California, it would be an understatement to call our home waters Brian’s second home. Lucky enough to have been raised in the mountains in Eastern Shasta County he grew up exploring the rivers and learning to fish and hunt from his father, Brian Kyncy Sr. and other experienced guides, Ted Lidie. In High School, when asked if he wanted to play baseball during the summers by his father his answer was simple, “Dad I want to fish and hunt!”. Since then he hasn’t looked back, spending almost every minute of every summer fishing and guiding in Alaska and Northern California. Now you could say he is lucky enough to turn his favorite hobby into his favorite job. Brian is an accomplished fly fisherman, spey fisherman, and nymph fisherman. Brian is also an accomplished and excellent turkey, wild hogs and bear guide.
Andrew Rossow
Fly Fishing Guide
Andrew was born in Kalispell, Montana. He moved to Redding, Ca when he was 5 years old. He started fly fishing when he was in the 6th grade when he asked for his first fly fishing rod for Christmas. Andrews Dad and Uncle taught him the basics of fly fishing and spent most of his early years fishing Hat Creek. His favorite way to fish is Spey fishing for Steelhead. He finds all aspects of the outdoors incredible, including turkey hunting. He loves Northern California because of the amazing mountains, most of which has water flowing through them. He lives in Trinity County with the wilderness in his backyard. Guests like to fish with Andrew because of his positive attitude. His true passion for fly fishing combined with an in-depth knowledge of our local area results in a memorable day in the outdoors.
Maciel Wolff (Mossy)
Fly Fishing Guide
Maciel Wolff (Mossy) grew up in central California surrounded by abounding outdoor activities. At a very young age he picked up fly fishing, followed by archery hunting a few years later. Honing his skills in the rivers and mountains of Northern California gave him a deep knowledge base to draw from regardless of if the quarry has hooves or fins. Days spent with Mossy are always lighthearted and full of fun for all ages and skill levels!
Colton Schwenning
Fly Fishing Guide
Colton is a Northern California native, born and raised in the heart of trout mecca, Redding California. In the summer months you can find him taking guests to the many beautiful trout rivers that surround the area. In the winter he spends most of his days chasing steelhead in fern ridden canyons. If you happen to catch him off the water it’s very likely to see him either riding his mountain bike, rock climbing, or playing a show with his band. His outgoing and easy going personality makes him very easy to get along with.
