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Held at the historic Kent Island Resort, this advanced fly casting class is ideal for intermediate to advanced anglers.
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Orvis was founded 170 years ago in Manchester, Vermont, offering superior fly fishing equipment and renowned customer satisfaction and service. The fly fishing schools began in 1966 and have helped thousands of anglers fall in love with the ever-challenging sport of fly fishing.
Our Advanced Fly Casting school, held at Kent Island Resort in Stevensville, Maryland, is proud to be part of the Orvis family and all fly casters take their skills to the next level. Nestled in the rolling Maryland countryside, the resort is a short drive from Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, Maryland.
The Advanced Casting class is a fantastic course for intermediate to advanced fly casters. Our teaching methods allow us to accommodate all levels of experience and abilities. You’ll learn advanced fly casting techniques, explore fly fishing equipment, and focus on achieving the casting distance or specific casts you have been working toward. Indoor and outdoor sessions are focused on developing comprehensive advanced casting techniques and use of video analysis. Classes are kept small, so you’ll receive the attention needed to improve your skills. We also keep the afternoon flexible so our expert instructors can tailor instruction to individual needs. We encourage an appreciation for fine tackle and emphasize the importance of catch-and-release ethics, a clean and healthy outdoor environment, and continued pursuit of quality fly fishing experiences through the promotion of our Orvis-Endorsed Lodge, Outfitter, and Guide Services.
1-Day Advanced Fly Casting School
You will receive hands-on instruction in:
All techniques will be presented for both freshwater and saltwater fishing. Students should bring a hat, polarized sunglasses, sunscreen, and rain gear. Must be 12 years or older to attend. Does not include lodging, breakfast, or dinner.
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Times may vary due to weather conditions and student needs.
500 Kent Manor Drive Stevensville, MD 21666
The school is held at the historic Kent Island Resort in Stevensville, Maryland, a short drive from Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, Maryland. Guests enjoy rooms and suites that benefit from magnificent views of the shores of Chesapeake Bay and the 220-acre estate, nestled in the rolling Maryland countryside. These vistas are the source of inspiration for the manor’s historic interiors.
Yes, students must be 12 years of age or older to attend. For students 12 and younger, we recommend our 2-Day Parent-Child Fly Fishing School.
School cost is $489 per student.
There is no “best time” to learn fly casting.
No.
Most of the school is spent outside casting with instructors, with classroom time dedicated to video analysis. Please refer to the Itinerary tab for details.
School runs from 9 AM to 4 PM, with a lunch break.
Cost includes the use of all equipment, classroom instruction, recorded outdoor fly-casting session, and lunch.
No. Lodging arrangements are made separately by the students.
Lunch is included in the school tuition price.
School capacity will range between 8-12 students, never exceeding a 4:1 student to instructor ratio.
Not unless conditions are unsafe.
Yes, but not required. Orvis will have premium rods available, including 5wt, 8wt & 9wt rod outfits with WF floating lines.
Students should dress according to weather. We recommend wearing Quick-Dry and DriCast tops and bottoms. Please plan to layer during cooler months with long-sleeve shirts and a vest. The grounds around the casting areas can be damp in the morning; comfortable waterproof shoes or hiking boots are recommended.
The Advanced Casting School is designed for intermediate to advanced anglers. For beginners, we recommend our Blue Ridge Summit 1-Day Fly Fishing School.
Yes. Instruction is adjusted to each student’s level.
Yes. Students interested in a half- or a full-day guided fishing should contact an Orvis-Endorsed Guide. Guided trips are subject to availability; booking several months in advance is recommended.
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Orvis is pleased to offer our travel customers access to two valuable services: Global Rescue travel membership & IMG Signature Travel Insurance℠.
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
Washington D.C. – 1hr (44 miles) Baltimore, Maryland – 52 minutes (43 miles)
Kent Island Resort 500 Kent Manor Drive Stevensville, MD 21666 kentislandresort.com 410-643-5757
Please email us at schools@orvis.com or by phone at 866-531-6213 Monday - Friday from 9 AM-5 PM ET.
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 timeframes listed in this policy. Any reservation that has been transferred to a different date cannot be later cancelled without 100% payment penalty.
For questions, please contact Orvis Schools & Reservations (toll free) at 866-531-6213.