Event Details
- Event Status
- Events Results Pending
- Event ID
- 4331
- Event Name
- Fly Fishing 101
- Program
- Next Step Fishing Classes
Events Results Pending 4 of 12 seats remaining
Location
Location:
45 Fred Mason Rd, Cheshire , MA 01225
Schedule
- Date & Times:
- Aug 09, 2024 5:00PM - 8:00PM EDT
About this Event:
Join MassWildlife’s ‘Fly Fishing 101’ clinic to learn how to get started in this wonderful pastime! You'll learn about fly fishing gear, how to rig, and cast a fly rod, as well as tips on how to fly fish. After an introductory lesson, participants will be able to fly fish on Reynolds Pond with help from local fly anglers and MassWildlife staff. This class is designed for beginner fly anglers (age 15+). Bring your own fly-fishing gear or borrow ours. Space is limited, so sign up today.
Details
Organized by:
Jim Lagacy
Cancellation Policies:
Event Policies:
If you have a disability or medical condition and would like to request special accommodation or will require translation service, please contact Ian Sypek via email at your earliest convenience: ian.sypek@mass.gov
Minimum Age Policies:
There are no minimum age policies
Maximum Age Policies:
There are no maximum age policies
Map:
About the Program
Overview:
Do you already know how to fish but want to try other fishing methods. The MassWildlife Angler Education Program offers next step learn to fish programming such as fly fishing, fly tying, and ice fishing.
To learn more about each program component click "More Details"
Ice fishing clinics and classes
If you have ever been curious about this fun wintertime activity now is your chance to learn. MassWildlife’s Angler Education Program will be your host to give you the confidence to give hard water fishing a try. You will learn what safe ice is, and how to test for it, how to properly dress for the experience, as well as all the necessary gear and tips to get you started. Please join us so you can be confident “walking on water”.
Fly Fishing Clinics
Come learn the basics of fly fishing. We will take the romance and mystery out of this age-old technique and show you that fly fishing is just another tool in your fishing arsenal. From the necessary equipment needs, essential knots, how to rig up your fly rod and reel outfit, and how to cast, as well as some commonsense tips and techniques to get you started.
Fly Tying Classes
Have you ever wanted to learn how to tie flies but didn’t know where to start? Tying flies can be enjoyable, is an art form, and once mastered quite rewarding as nothing beats catching a fish on something you created yourself. Let the MassWildlife Angler Education Program be your guide. This is a two session (two hours per session) course for beginners, designed to give you a taste of the pastime. We’ll show you the basic equipment, how to use it, while tying some simple but effective patterns. Minimum age is 15, pre-registration is required. Please note: This program is intended for BEGINNERS.