Fly Fishing 101

In this 2.5 hour introductory course, we’ll walk you through the essentials of fly fishing in a relaxed, hands-on setting. This class is designed for complete beginners who want to understand the gear, learn basic skills, and gain the confidence to start fly fishing on their own. We’ll focus on simple, accessible techniques and practice casting in a park or target bluegill sunfish at a near-by lake. You’ll learn how to: Identify and understand basic fly fishing gear (rod, reel, line, leader, and flies) Set up a fly rod and reel correctly Tie essential beginner knots used in fly fishing Recognize common beginner flies and when to use them Practice basic fly casting techniques Present a fly and detect strikes Hook, land, and safely handle fish By the end of the class, you’ll have a solid foundation in fly fishing and the confidence to continue practicing on your own at local waters. This is a great first step for anyone curious about fly fishing or looking to expand their angling skills beyond traditional spin fishing. The first half of this class will be indoors at Moore Lake Park Community Building, following along with a PowerPoint, handling various pieces of fishing equipment, and practicing knots. Then we’ll head outside to cast some lines at the lake. All equipment and learning materials are provided. $50/person due at time of booking. Want to save 10% on all your bookings? Join the Frequent Fisher Club! After you complete this course, or if you already have some fly fishing experince, then check out our Fly Fishing 201 class! Tickets + More Info