This full-day Introduction to Fly Fishing class is a hands-on experience designed to take beginners from zero to confident on the water. Students learn essential gear knowledge, casting fundamentals, rigging, fly selection, and basic entomology through a mix of indoor instruction and outdoor practice. In the afternoon, everything comes together with guided, instructor-supervised fishing time where students set up their own gear and receive individual coaching. By the end of the day, participants leave knowing what to practice, how to troubleshoot common issues, and how to continue their fly fishing journey on their own.
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Agenda
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Introduction to Fly Fishing
– Fly fishing gear overview
– Casting Fundamentals Indoors
– Casting Fundamentals Outdoors
– Rigging Your Setup
– Fly Box Fundamentals
– Entomology & Fly Selection
– Essential Tools & Accessories
– On-Water Skills Outdoors
1:00 PM – 1:45 PM – LUNCH
– Bring your own or run into town (just 2 miles from class)
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM – Putting It All Together (Practical Time on the Water)
– Guided Practice
– Students set up their own gear
– Instructor-supervised casting practice
– Fishing Session
– Individual coaching
– Learning
Debrief & Next Steps
– What to practice on their own
– Diagnose common issues
– Conclusion
– Debrief and Q&A
What’s Provided
– Rod
– Reel
– Flies
– Leaders
– Tippets
What to Bring
– Waders
– Boots