Farmington, Pennsylvania Fly-Fishing School / 1-Day School

Our Pennsylvania fly fishing school will prepare you for any water, anywhere.

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Type: 1-Day School
$279
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Farmington, Pennsylvania Fly-fishing School


Phone icon866-531-6213 Email iconschools@orvis.com

You'll cover it all at the Farmington, Pennsylvania 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

Orvis is pleased to offer our travel customers access to two valuable services: Global Rescue travel membership and IMG Signature Travel Insurance℠.

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$489
Item #60TT Per Person
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Great Catch Guarantee insignia

100% Customer Satisfaction

has been our commitment since 1856. It’s who we are. If you aren’t happy with a product or service, we want to know about it. And we’ll make it right. That’s the Orvis Way.

Farmington, Pennsylvania Fly-fishing School


Phone icon866-531-6213 Email iconschools@orvis.com

You'll cover it all at the Farmington, Pennsylvania 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

Orvis is pleased to offer our travel customers access to two valuable services: Global Rescue travel membership and IMG Signature Travel Insurance℠.

Learn More

The Story

Situated in Pennsylvania's Laurel Highlands, Nemacolin Orvis Fly-Fishing School has everything the beginner and experienced angler desires. Part of Nemacolin's Field Club (which also features a 140-acre Shooting Academy, archery, and seasonal guided hunts, the Orvis Fly-Fishing School has easy access to the state's best fly fishing—the Youghiogheny River, Beaver Creek, and Meadow Run. The expert instructors at Nemacolin's fly-fishing school will help you master everything from setting up the rod to fly selection and knots to how to safely release your catch. Choose our one-day or two-day school.

Both 1 & 2 Day Schools offer small class sizes – a 4:1 student-to-instructor ratio.

1-Day Fly-Fishing School Overview

  • Introduction to gear: line, rod and reel
  • Presentation of the Orvis Progressive Method to Fly Casting
  • Demonstrations on shooting line, false casting, and roll casting
  • Practice time and hands-on casting instruction by some of the best instructors in the industry
  • Seminars on fly selection, handling fish and landing fish
  • Knot tying discussion and practice
  • Catered lunch and time to chat with classmates
  • Special offers on Orvis gear

2-Day Fly-Fishing School Overview

  • 2-Day programs include recording and video analysis of each student's cast
  • Introduction to gear: line, rod and reel, additional equipment and accessories
  • Demonstrations on shooting line, false casting, and roll casting
  • Study and practice the double haul
  • Practice time and hands-on casting instruction by some of the best instructors in the industry
  • Dive deeper into seminars on fly selection, how to fish different types of flies, handling fish, landing fish and additional discussion of entomology
  • Knot tying discussion and practice
  • Introduction to wading safety, planning trips with guides and Orvis-Endorsed network
  • Practice session on the water with instructors (offered at most locations)
  • Catered lunch and time to chat with classmates
  • Special offers on Orvis gear

If you want to learn more, please reach out to the Schools Team and request the specific itinerary for your chosen Orvis School location.

1-Day School
July 2023 14 Friday
August 2023 4 Friday
September 2023 22 Friday
May 2024 31 Friday
June 2024 28 Friday
July 2024 26 Friday
August 2024 9 Friday
September 2024 20 Friday
2-Day School
May 2023 8-9 Monday/Tuesday
  13-14 Saturday/Sunday
June 2023 5-6 Monday/Tuesday
  10-11 Saturday/Sunday
  17-18 Saturday/Sunday
July 2023 8-9 Saturday/Sunday
  17-18 Monday/Tuesday
  24-25 Monday/Tuesday
August 2023 7-8 Monday/Tuesday
September 2023 11-12 Monday/Tuesday
  25-26 Monday/Tuesday
April 2024 8-9 Monday/Tuesday
  15-16 Monday/Tuesday
  27-28 Saturday/Sunday
May 2024 6-7 Monday/Tuesday
  18-19 Saturday/Sunday
June 2024 3-4 Monday/Tuesday
  22-23 Saturday/Sunday
July 2024 8-9 Monday/Tuesday
  20-21 Saturday/Sunday
August 2024 3-4 Saturday/Sunday
September 2024 9-10 Monday/Tuesday
  28-29 Saturday/Sunday

Nemacolin Resort

1001 Lafayette Drive
Farmington, PA 15437
866-344-6957

Please mention you will be attending the Orvis Fly Fishing School.

Visit Nemacolin’s website to learn more

Do I have to stay at Nemacolin resort?

No. Students may stay at the lodging of their choice.

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

Please view the itinerary tab for details.

What is included in the price of the school?

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

Is lodging included?

No. Lodging arrangements are made separately by the students.

Are meals included?

Lunch is the only meal included in the school tuition price.

Where can I stay?

At the hosts’ lodging, or nearby lodging of your choice.

How many people will be in the class?

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

Do we stop the school because of weather?

No.

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

Please view the itinerary tab for details.

Can you bring your own equipment?

Yes.

Is this class for intermediate anglers?

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

What is the cancellation policy?

If the reservation is cancelled 60+ days from your school date, Orvis will offer a full refund back the original method of payment, or the reservation can be transferred to another available school. If the reservation is cancelled 30-60 days from the date of the school, the customer will have a choice between a refund of 50% or transferring the reservation to another available school. On cancellations 29 days or less there is no refund and no transfer. There will be no refund extended to students who do not attend their scheduled school and do not notify the school within the time frames listed in this policy. Any reservation that has been transferred to a different date cannot be later cancelled without 100% payment penalty.

What other recreation is available near the school?

Please view the activities tab for more details.

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?

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

Are there opportunities for guided fishing afterwards?

Yes. Please view the itinerary tab for details, or reach out directly to your school instructor.

Local Activities include:

  • Golf (two 18 hole courses including their renowned Mystic Rock course designed by Pete Dye)
  • Scenic trail rides and pony rides at the Equestrian Center
  • Off-Road Driving Academy featuring the Jeep Rubicons
  • Tennis and squash
  • Woodlands Spa
  • Wildlife Academy
  • Children's Programs
  • More than 15 dining options!
  • Adventure Center featuring a climbing wall, ropes course, zip lines, bike rentals, mini golf, paintball, and more!

Other Activities in the Area

  • Guided tours at Frank Lloyd Wright's Falling Water and/or Kentuck Knob
  • White-water rafting and kayaking on the Youghiogheny River
  • Guided tours of Fort Necessity National Battlefield
  • Guided tours of Laurel Caverns
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