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Intro to Fly Fishing Classes in Denver

Location(s): Evergreen, CO

Intro to Fly Fishing Classes

Curious about fly fishing? This basic introduction class may be the perfect way to begin your journey.
  • Orvis endorsed "Guide Service of the year" in 2000 and 2002. Chosen from over 150 guide operations
  • 20 years of experience and home of the 2001 Orvis "Guide of the Year"
  • Learn how to rig your rod, cast, tie knots, stream etiquette and more
  • 2 evening classes and 1 on river lesson
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Description:
The purpose of the class is to help you develop all the skills and understanding necessary to catch trout on a fly rod.

The first two evening sessions cover fly fishing theory, rigging your rod, casting, tying knots, entomology as it relates to fly selection, equipment, and stream etiquette.

The Saturday class, held on a local stream, covers wading safety, trout behavior, entomology, reading the water, and developing techniques to fish nymphs, dry flies, and streamers, and of course how to catch and release your fish!

Availability:
Mid-April through October on Wednesday and Thursday evenings 6:00 - 9:00pm and the following Saturday 7:00am - 5:00pm

Location(s):
Evergreen, CO

Essential Information:
Minimum age is 12 years old and those under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Students must posses a valid Colorado fishing license, flies, waders, and other terminal tackle. The instructor will go over the gear needed on Thursday night. After this discussion, students will have an opportunity to purchase needed gear from the shop.

There are rental waders available for $15 a day. If you decide you want to stick with this wonderful sport and need to purchase waders, the $15 rental charge will be deducted off of the purchase price.

Duration:
First two evenings are 3 hour classes followed by a full day on the water the next Saturday.

Maximum Participants:
Up to 6 people per class.

Spectators:
Not Allowed

Weather Dependent:
This experience is weather dependent. Always contact the Experience provider with any questions regarding weather conditions.

What to Wear:
Dress comfortably for the classroom sessions; It is recommended to bring a rain coat, hat and clothing for the outdoors.

Booking Information:
For this experience, it is recommended to request bookings 14 days in advance.

Cancellation Policy:
Once you have received a booking confirmation, cancellations and rebooking are allowed up to 14 days prior to the Experience. Failure to appear on your booked date or to cancel and rebook at least 14 days prior to your booked date will result in the loss of the value of your Experience.

Experience ID:
WAT-DEN-0003

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This is a wonderful chance for someone to learn about fly fishing. You will learn in a classroom setting and on the water. The instruction and hands on experience are great. Any individual thinking of starting fly fishing would benefit from this e ... Read More>>

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David Shaw

This is a wonderful chance for someone to learn about fly fishing. You will learn in a classroom setting and on the water. The instruction and hands on experience are great. Any individual thinking of starting fly fishing would benefit from this experience.

  1. What do I need to bring?
    We will provide everthing you need for the class, you just need to bring a favorite hat, jacket, any medications you may need and your willingness to learn this wonderful sport. If you have a fly rod you can bring it but we have a full array of Sage rods, reels and fly lines for you to use.
  2. What kind of clothing do I need?
    You will need to wear something comfortable for the classroom days as we will be inside and outside. You will need a hat, light jacket and anything else that will make you comfortable. For the river day, we will be in waders and we recommend a synthetic pant underneath you waders that will wick moisture keep you dry. Blue jeans are not recommended as they will retain moisture and are very bulky. You will want to layer on the top as it may be cool in the morning and warmer in the afternoon. This way you can shed a layer when you start to warm up.
  3. Do you stop the school because of weather?
    We will make that assessment the week of the class. If they are forcasting rain, then the school will proceed. If they are calling for 36" of snow,more that likely we will not have the class.