Introduction to Fly Fishing Class

Posted By on February 5, 2009

I will be teaching an Introduction to Fly Fishing class through the City of Denton Parks and Recreation department in April. The course will meet two Wednesday evenings at South Lakes Park off Hobson Road in Denton.
The first evening will focus on different equipment, the basic fly cast, types of flies, and the roll cast. Folks will then have two weeks to purchase their own equipment (TFO rods and reels are provided for the class) and/or try their hand at fly fishing on their own. The second class will focus on knots, fine-tuning equipment/techniques and places to fly fish in the north Texas area.
The registration fee is $90 and class size is limited so sign-up early. Register at the above link or call (940)349-PARK. This is a great introduction to fly fishing for a friend, spouse, or other potential fishing partner!
(and remember – fly fishing is like skiing . . . it’s MUCH BETTER for your relationship if you pay someone else to teach your significant other how to do it!)

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