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Top Nymphing Tactics to Fly Fish for Trout.

Skill Level:

Advanced

Professor:

Steve

Class Code:

303

This course is a discussion of a presentation by the National Fly Fishing Champion George Dainel The course will explore the more advanced tactics of using nymphs with the "dropper" technique. In the "dropper" technique, the strike indicator is actually a dry fly. Approximately 25% of the strikes are on a dropper fly and would otherwise be missed without use of the dropper. The student will learn the importance of weight balance between the nymph and the dry fly.

Fly Fishing Types of Cast

Skill Level:

Intermediate

Professor:

Steve

Class Code:

205

This class is the foundation of fly casting where the student will learn how to perform the basic casts, and then will be able to move to the more advanced classes on fly fishing.

Fly Fishing Lines, Backing, Leaders & Tippets.

Skill Level:

Intermediate

Professor:

Steve

Class Code:

202

The student will learn about fly line weights, color, buoyancy and taper. After completing this course the student will be equiped to select and assemble the line, backing, leaders, and tippets to the fly fishing rod and reel.

Fly Fishing Rods & Reels

Skill Level:

Intermediate

Professor:

Steve

Class Code:

201

Learn about fly rod and reel material and construction and the important correlation between between fly rod weight, fly rod length and the type of reel. Upon completion of this course, the student will feel secure in his ability to determine the equipment necessary to accomplish his objectives.

Trout Fishing with Artificial Lures

Skill Level:

Beginner

Professor:

Jerry

Class Code:

123

This class is to build upon what the student has learned in Class 103 Baits & Lures. It is primarily for those using a spinning or spincast outfit, but can be beneficial to a fly fisherman as well. The student will learn the basic types of lures including the top artificial lures for trout, artificail flies. After completion of this class, the student will know how to select and use the various lures that are available.

Prospecting for Trout in Springs and Banks

Skill Level:

Advanced

Professor:

Tom Rosenbauer

Class Code:

367

In this class, the student will learn about the effects of springs that are submerged as well as those flowing into the stream. The student will learn how to take advantage of the changes in temperature brought about by the springs as well. The student will also learn how to fish the banks, with consideration given to the shrubs, and sunken logs. No study of banks is complete without understanding the important use of terrestrials.

Prospecting for Trout in Streams and Pools

Skill Level:

Advanced

Professor:

Tom Rosenbauer

Class Code:

357

In this class the student will build on his knowledge of streams by learning about the different aspects of pools, from the head of pools to the most complex areas of the pool. Upon completion the sthe student is expected to be able to read pools and know the best spot to launch the fly.

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.

Handling Rainbow Brook Brown Trout

Skill Level:

Beginner

Professor:

Jerry

Class Code:

106

In this class, the importance of, and the necessity for the catch and release efforts to preserve our trout resources will be discussed. The student will learn to handle trout to safely release them, saving our natural resources. Upon completion, the student should be able to complete his fishing trip and be confident that the trout will survive, better educated.