Millbrook, New York 2-Day Fly Fishing School

Enjoy over 400 acres of lush landscape during this 2-day fly-fishing school in Millbrook, New York.

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Dan Gracia
Fly-Fishing Schools Specialist
Orvis Sporting Traditions
graciad@orvis.com
866-531-6213

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Millbrook, New York 2-Day Fly Fishing School

 
 
 
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Nestled in the heart of upstate New York, Sandanona's famed sporting grounds beckon anglers with more than 400 acres of lush landscape and placid casting ponds. Experience isn't required as our expert staff of fly fishing school instructors helps you master everything from setting up the rod, to fly selection and knots, to how to safely release your catch. Fly fishing classes are held in comfortable classrooms and on the sporting grounds.


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You'll experience it all at the Millbrook, New York Fly Fishing School:

  • Fly casting techniques
  • Essential knots
  • How to choose your gear and tackle
  • Stream entomolgy (the science of insects)
  • Proper fly selection
  • How to read water and currents
  • How to play, land, and safely release fish

For more information about Orvis Fly Fishing Schools, call 866-531-6213.

 
 
Itinerary
Fly Fishing School Class Program
Millbrook, NY
DAY ONE
Time Activity & Description
8:30 am Registration in Sandanona clubhouse. Students fill out license applications.
9:00 Instructor introductions and brief overview of school program.
9:15 Classroom presentation - lines, rod, and reel. Video presentation: The Orvis Progressive Fly-Casting Method Part One: Basic casting stroke.
10:00 Caravan to casting pond.
10:15 Students casting with instructors. Emphasis on basic cast, rod control.
12:00 pm Lunch.
1:00 Students report to the clubhouse. Video presentation: The Orvis Progressive Fly-Casting Method Part One: Shooting line, false casting, and the roll cast.
1:15 Caravan to casting pond.
1:30 Students casting with instructors - emphasis on shooting line, false casting, and roll casting. Videotape students casting.
3:00 Break and return to classroom.
3:15 Knot-tying seminar. Students will learn essential knots, hook sizes, and leaders.
4:30 End of first day.

DAY TWO
Time Activity & Description
8:30 am Entomology presentation. Students will learn basic fly selection and strategies for the river trip. Video presentation: The Orvis Progressive Fly-Casting Method Part Three: the double haul.
9:30 Caravan to casting pond.
9:45 Students practice casting with flies in still water, learn hood setting, and how to land and release fish.
11:30 Return to classroom for video analysis.
12:00 pm Lunch.
1:00 Students report to front deck with all gear for river trip. Students will learn to read a trout stream and fish different flies in moving water.
3:45 Classroom presentation - Orvis-endorsed fishing vacations and closing remarks.
4:00 Graduation, end of school.

 
 
Dates
Orvis Fly-Fishing School - Millbrook, NY
2013 School Dates

May 2013 2-3 Thursday-Friday
  4-5 Saturday-Sunday
  9-10 Thursday-Friday
  18-19 Saturday-Sunday
  23-24 Thursday-Friday
  25-26 Saturday-Sunday
     
June 2013 1-2 Saturday-Sunday
  6-7 Thursday-Friday
  8-9 Saturday-Sunday
  20-21 Thursday-Friday
  22-23 Saturday-Sunday
  29-30 Saturday-Sunday
     
July 2013 6-7 Saturday-Sunday
  13-14 Saturday-Sunday
  18-19 Thursday-Friday
  20-21 Saturday-Sunday
  22-23 Monday-Tuesday
  27-28 Saturday-Sunday
     
August 2013 3-4 Saturday-Sunday
  8-9 Thursday-Friday
  10-11 Saturday-Sunday
  17-18 Saturday-Sunday
  22-23 Thursday-Friday
  24-25 Saturday-Sunday
     
September 2013 7-8 Saturday-Sunday
  14-15 Saturday-Sunday
     
October 2013 5-6 Saturday-Sunday
     
 
 
Activities
Area Activities - Millbrook, NY
Orvis Sandanona

Sporting clays
Private wingshooting instruction

Other Activities in the Area

Antiquing
Golf
Horseback riding
Hiking
Hudson River kayaking
Rail Trail
Wineries
Spa
Tennis
Tour historic homes of Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Vanderbilts
Dine at and tour the Culinary Institute of America

 
 
FAQs
Orvis Fly Fishing Schools
Frequently Asked Questions


Question
: When does the fly fishing school start and end? What will we be doing during the day? How long will we be fishing?

Answer - Refer to the fly fishing school itinerary for the schedule.

Question: What is included in the price of the school?

Answer - Use of Orvis fly rods/reels, leaders, flies, and where necessary waders, vests and fishing licenses.

Question: Is lodging included?

Answer - No. Lodging arrangements are made separately by the students.

Question: Are meals included?

Answer - Lunch is the only meal included in the fishing school tuition price.

Question: Where can I stay?

Answer - At nearby lodging of your choice.

Question: How many people will be in the fly fishing class?

Answer - That depends on the school. The range is 12 to 36 students, always with a ratio of one instructor for every four students.

Question: Do we stop the school because of weather?

Answer - No.

Question: How much time is spent in the classroom vs. fly casting and fishing?

Answer - See school itinerary on specific school page.

Question: Can you bring your own fly fishing equipment?

Answer - Yes.

Question: Is this class for intermediate anglers?

Answer - Yes. In fly casting lessons, we adjust our instruction to the individual student’s level.

Question: How old do my children have to be to join me in this fishing school?

Answer - At the Santa Rosa Beach School, youngsters should be at least 14 years old (because of the heavier tackle used). All other schools we recommend 12 years of age.

Question: What is the cancellation policy?

Answer - Should you need to cancel the school within 30 days prior to the starting date, we will issue a gift certificate in the amount of the cancelled school. That gift certificate may be used toward another fly fishing school date of your choice.

Question: What other recreation is available near the school?

Answer - See information on specific school page.

Question: Will I be able to attend the same class as my son/wife/etc, even though I am an intermediate and they are a beginner?

Answer - Yes. In casting, we adjust our instruction to the individual student’s level.

Question: Are there opportunities for guided flyfishing afterwards?

Answer - Yes. See information on specific school page, school itinerary or inquire directly to your fly fishing school instructor.

 
 
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