Casting

Trout Fishing by Prospecting, the Basics

Skill Level:

Advanced

Professor:

Tom Rosenbauer

Class Code:

347

In this class, the student will learn from a master, why trout need special places, how to read surface currents, and the effects of rocks in a stream. After completion of this course, the student will be able to size up a stream and spot the more productive areas to cast. This class is an excerpt from Tom Rosenbauer's book "Orvis Guide to Prospecting for Trout "

Trout Fishing with the Double Team Approach

Skill Level:

Beginner

Professor:

Jerry

Class Code:

1052

This course is meant as addendum to the previous class. In this class, the student will learn a novel approach to fishing the stuborn streams that can be found in the mountains of the South. It combines both fly fishing and in-line spinner fishing. After the completion of this course, the student will have an approach that affords a good opportunity for a father and son team.

Learn The Mechanics of Casting

Skill Level:

Intermediate

Professor:

Brant Oswald

Class Code:

237

In Class 115, the student learned about different types of casting accuracy (distance accuracy vs. left and right accuracy), as well as some of the fishing situations that demand them. In this class, the student will learn some of the mechanical techniques that contribute to accuracy. Upon completion of this class, the student should be able to fine tune his casting, and with practice, expect to experience an improvement in the ratio of strikes per 100 casts.

Trout Fishing Casting Accuracy

Skill Level:

Intermediate

Professor:

Brant Oswald

Class Code:

227

The best fly pattern in the world will not catch fish, if the trout do not see it. This class will detail the methods and techniques required to target the trout; and deliver the fly into the target range. After completion of this class, the student can expect to understand the rudiments of accurate casting. Professor: Brant Oswald

Locating, Catching and Landing Trout

Skill Level:

Beginner

Professor:

Steve

Class Code:

105

This course will outline for the student how to approach the stream, the importance of stealth, and how to do the basic presentation of the lure, then set the hook.