Fly Fishing 101

Step into your next obsession with our Fly Fishing 101 course—a focused, two-hour introduction designed to give you the skills, confidence, and clarity to begin your fly-fishing journey with purpose. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn the real fundamentals that seasoned anglers rely on: how to cast with efficiency, assemble your gear correctly, fight and land fish with control, and tie the essential knots that hold an entire rig together. You’ll walk away with a rock-solid foundation—and meet a few new fishing partners along the way.

Schedule:
Our classes run Saturdays from 8–10 AM at the shop, capped at just eight students to ensure a more personalized, high-quality learning experience. Smaller groups mean more customization, more flexibility, and far more one-on-one attention.

Arrival:
Show up about 10 minutes early, grab a cup of coffee, and get settled. We start right at 8 AM to make the most of every minute.

Class Structure:
We divide the course into two immersive sections:

(1) In-Shop Education

- Fly Rods

- Fly Reels

- Backing & Fly Line

- Leader & Tippet

- Flies

- Knots

- Tools & Accessories

- Local Fly-Fishing Opportunities

(2) Outdoor Casting

- Mechanics of the Cast

- Hooking & Fighting Fish

- Netting & Landing Fish

- Techniques for Freshwater & Saltwater

Wrap-Up:
The learning doesn’t end when class does. As part of the Feather Craft community, you’re invited to stick around, ask questions, and let us help you choose the right gear for the next steps in your progression.

Your instructor—and our Shop Manager—Jim Murphy brings decades of real-world experience to the table, teaching the exact techniques used by skilled anglers on rivers, streams, and stillwaters across the country. Whether you’re brand new or shifting from conventional tackle, Fly Fishing 101 gives you the core knowledge and confidence to begin your time on the water with excitement, clarity, and purpose. Let’s get you fishing.