Photographer Jeff Putnam, 2008
The Kasiks River, a major tributary of the lower Skeena River, Britsh Columbia.

Group Lessons

Group Lessons are prescheduled and are designed for students to learn in a small group setting.  These lessons are a great way to learn and experience specific topics with minimal effort in a relaxed setting.  Equipment can be provided upon request. Class size is limited.  

Beginning Fly Casting 

In this introduction to fly casting class attendees will learn the basics of over-head fly casting.  Covered in this lesson are the following topics: equipment, roll casting, pick up/lay down, the back-cast, false casting, timing, line speed, changing directions, increasing distance, forward stroke and presenting the fly.  After attending this class you’ll be able to cast 30 – 40 feet utilizing the most efficient method available. Class size is limited to 6 people.        

Dates: May 4th, June 8th, August 10th, September 7th (Saturdays)

Time: 9am to 11am

Location: TBD

Cost: $50 per person

Beginning Fly Fishing

Sign up for this class to learn everything you need to know for your first trip to the water with a fly rod.  We’ll cover many topics including equipment setup, knots, reading water, presentations, positioning, wading safety, hooking, landing and releasing fish. Class will be held on the Rogue River. Exact location to be determined. Attendees should have basic fly casting skills. A valid fishing OR license, waders and boots are required and are not provided. Class size is limited to 6 people.  

Dates: May 11th, June 15th, August 3rd, September 14th (Saturdays)    

Time: 9am to 1pm

Location: Rogue River, Exact Location TBD

Cost: $75 per person

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Local Lodging and Accommodations

Medford, OR has a variety of lodging options and is home of the Rogue Valley International-Medford Airport.  There are direct flights from many major cities including Los Angeles, Seattle, San Francisco and Salt Lake City.  
 
The city of Rogue River and Grants Pass also has lodging options. Rogue River is 12 miles from Grants Pass  and  20 miles from Medford. Ashland is approximately 35 miles away.