Wilderness
Trekker
Orvis Endorsed
Fly Fishing Schools
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Taught in the Orvis tradition, our
qualified instructors will help you unravel the mysteries of fly fishing.
The Wilderness Trekker offers several
courses for your convenience. All include the use of Orvis equipment.
Full day classes run from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. They include lunch, a
box of flies, and discount coupons good toward any purchases in our
fly shop.
The fishing portions of our schools
will be spent exploring the scenic Little Schuylkill River while implementing
techniques that will help you understand where to find fish and how
to cast to them.
CASTING CLINIC
If you're looking to increase your
casting distance, improve your presentation, or learn advanced line
control, this three hour clinic can make you a better caster.
Cost per student............ $70
FLY FISHING BASICS
Our one day course is tailored for
the neophyte angler, taking you through the following fundamentals:
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How to assemble your gear
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The basic cast & the
roll cast
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Fly fishing knots made
easy
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Basic entomology study
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Fly selection and presentation
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Fishing techniques
Cost per student............ $200
Cost for two students... $275
Fly Fishing 101
This informative two day school will
take you through an in-depth study of fly fishing basics. This course
includes:
Day 1
- How to assemble your gear
- The basic cast & the
roll cast
- Fly fishing knots made easy
- Understanding lines &
leaders
- Gear analysis
- Longer Casts / Shooting line
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Day 2
- Illustrated entomology study
- Longer casts / Double haul
- Fly selection & presentation
- Stream anatomy
- Fishing techniques
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Cost per student............ $390
Cost for two students... $440
CLASS ON THE RIVER
Here's a great course
for the "Hands On" student. We'll teach you all the fundamentals
in a class room setting and then spend an entire day of continuing education
floating down a river.
Day 1
Fly Fishing Basics Course
Day 2
River Float Trip
The second day of
this school will be spend floating down either the Lehigh River for
trout or the Susquehanna River for smallmouth bass. Here your fly
fishing education will continue under the helpful directions of our
experienced guides.
Cost per student............ $490
Cost for two students... $540
WHAT TO BRING
We are happy to supply
you with all the necessary gear, although you are invited to bring your
own. You will need hip boots or waders for every class. If you do not
have these, please let us know. Be sure to bring sun glasses and a hat.
Sun and bug protection is also recommended.
Classes are held rain
or shine so prepare accordingly. Fishing licenses will be required &
can be purchased at our shop.
If your adventure
includes a overnight stay, click the button below for a listing of
our recommended accomodations.
If you require directions to the Wilderness Trekker, pleace
click below.
Directions to Wilderness
Trekker
SCHEDULING A SCHOOL
Our schools are offered
all year.
We recommend that
you register at least 30 days prior to your desired date to insure availability.
A 50% deposit is required to secure your school date. Balance is due
on arrival.
Cancellations or rescheduling
will be accepted no later than two weeks prior to your scheduled date.
Postponed schools due to conditions and all refunds are at the discretion
of The Wilderness Trekker. All deposits will be held & your school
will be rescheduled within one calendar year.
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